Linda Swift-Author
Fiction & Poetry
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HUMANLY SPEAKING
Conversations With God
A Poetry Volume
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The Holy Scriptures are filled with beautiful stories of strong characters who are role models for all of us. But what about the weaker characters in these ancient books? Those who were least favored, those with obvious flaws. Let's take a closer look at some of them--Esau, Tamar,Jonah, Rahab--and try to understand their actions. Perhaps there are lessons to be learned from their mistakes. You may see some of the Bible's imperfect people from a different point of view.
Have you ever wondered why Cain's offering was rejected? Or if Jezebel was as wicked as she first appeared? How do you feel about Job's suffering? Do you agree that Martha's role was less important than Mary's? Join the author in these conversations with God if humanly speaking, you have a need to know.
Reviews:
In Linda Swift's poetry volume Humanly Speaking, she dares to say what many think but fear to voice out loud. She describes her thoughts about some of the Bible's main characters, those the Lord God Almighty favored or disfavored. She questions Him about some of the troubling aspects of their behavior, as well as His bewildering decisions concerning them. At times, Ms. Swift humanely defends some of the Bible's worst and most defiled players--Esau, Hagar, Eve, Bathsheba, Cain--and gives the reader a different view of their weaknesses.
This 84-page volume is fascinating, provocative, and touching. I am not only impressed with Ms. Swift's knowledge of the Bible, but also the creative manner in which she approaches each Biblical story with a hint of humor. She does not attempt to philosophize but deals with only the simple things that trouble her. Humanly Speaking is a keeper, a collection to read more than once, with beautiful illustrations and appropriate Bible verses. I highly recommend it.
Congratulations, Linda Swift!
5 Stars Celia Yeary-Author, Reviewer
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HUMANLY SPEAKING stands alone as one of the most unique conversations with God I have ever read. A book of poetry, or thought, laid down in skillful poetic measure, it goes where most of us are afraid to—voicing concerns for the brothers and sisters in the scriptures and the painful and sometimes unfair consequences and events in their lives.
I was especially touched by the passages contending the misfortunes of Jacob and Esau, and of course Job and that murky character, Judas.
Linda Swift has penned a though-provoking collection of scriptural accounts and questions that made me stop and ponder. I learned a little, laughed a little (Oh, Ruth, weren't you clever?) and even ached with sympathy. HUMANLY SPEAKING is a great addition to any supplemental reading or study that focuses on our religious and spiritual past.
Danielle Thorne-Author/Reviewer
