Tue. Nov 5th, 2024
Empower-HeroesMonsters

Empower-HeroesMonsters
Josh James Riebock

A compelling look at a Gen-Y author’s journey toward understanding himself and his faith, Heroes and Monsters: An Honest Look At The Struggle Within All of Us engages the reader with vivid stories of childhood hero worship—and anguish at his father-hero’s failures.

When Riebock’s father’s drunken driving left the two of them stranded in a cornfield and his father unconscious, a young, frightened Riebock focused on a scarecrow whom he imagined to be named Jack. Riebock’s relationship with his father was shattered, but throughout his young years, he maintained a relationship with “Jack.”

Riebock relives his youth and early adulthood as he struggles with his failures and downplays his successes. Later in life, his wife and friends assist him in exploring his inner “monsters,” while his growing intimacy with Jack leads him to self-revelation and maturity. Jack’s desire to be a part of every area of Riebock’s life illuminates God’s desire to be known personally.

Riebock’s struggles are familiar but unique, and the help he receives from Jack is reminiscent of William P. Young’s portrayal of God in The Shack. Readers may also appreciate the pencil drawings throughout the book. —Eilene Ishler

Related Post

Leave a Reply

Related Podcasts

More News
Spiritual Crisis Deepens as ‘Demon Pronouns’ Trend Spreads
Spiritual Crisis Deepens as ‘Demon Pronouns’ Trend Spreads
Have You Lost Sight of Your God-Given Destiny?
Have You Lost Sight of Your God-Given Destiny?
Jonathan Cahn: What Does God Say About Your Vote?
Jonathan Cahn: What Does God Say About Your Vote?
How False Hope Has Paved the Way for the Antichrist
How False Hope Has Paved the Way for the Antichrist
When Was Hell Prepared?
When Was Hell Prepared?
What Is Spiritual Warfare?
What Is Spiritual Warfare?
Katie Souza Warning: Serpents, Werewolves and the Occult
Katie Souza Warning: Serpents, Werewolves and the Occult
Is the Modern Church’s Condition an Indicator of Jesus’ Return?
Is the Modern Church’s Condition an Indicator of Jesus’ Return?
7 Startling Ways Biden and Harris Are Misleading the Public
7 Startling Ways Biden and Harris Are Misleading the Public
The Greatest Spiritual War for the Future Is the Past, Present and Future
The Greatest Spiritual War for the Future Is the Past, Present and Future
previous arrow
next arrow
Shadow

Latest Videos
73.3K Subscribers
967 Videos
7.1M Views

Copy link