The Story of Everything

Over the last couple of years, Jared C. Wilson has become a favorite author of mine. He writes books, maintains a helpful blog, and has one of the funniest/insightful/interesting twitter feeds in the twitterverse.He was a pastor in New England who recently accepted a job at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He loves the church. He loves Christ. He loves life. That is evident in his writing. I picked up his newest book because I knew it would enjoyable and insightful (and I knew it would make me laugh). Wilson didn’t disappoint.Sometimes it seems like things in life are minor – like they don’t mean a whole lot when it comes down to it. We tend to look past those things to the really big things in this life. We want to live in the big moments or the big decisions. But, how would your life be different if everything in it has real purpose? Everything in your life fits into God’s plan for the world. Where you work, how you work, where you live, how you play, or what kind of relationships you have, they all have meaning. They all fit into God’s plan.God’s ultimate plan is to make all things new, to redeem all things. God has made us to enjoy him, enjoy life, and look forward to the time when he will make all things new. He has a plan for everything.Do you find yourself wandering aimlessly through this life with no sense of purpose or with no cohesive plot line? Pick up this book and take a fresh look at (as the subtitle says) how you, your pets, and the Swiss Alps fit into God’s plan for the world.

Wilson does what he promises in the book title and relates how creation, animals, politics and even the institution of marriage are all created and designed with the glory of God in mind. He backs up his in-sights with solid Biblical understanding and references.I read this book in two days and have to say it made me look at much of creation and everyday life in new light. Wilson does a great job (with humor and conviction) of explaining the story of everything with a Biblical world view.Whether or not you agree with all of his assertions, the book will make you appreciate how creation and institutions can be explained through Scripture and shows that God is actively involved and not nearly finished with His creation.

This is a great book, that is both fun and theologically engaging. Wilson writes about a different aspect of life in each chapter, and ties it all to God's purpose for everything. I really enjoyed how he discusses the impact that the Creation story in Genesis has on everything, even some things that we take for granted. Reading this book has definitely made me think of this sinful, fallen world in a new light. I highly recommend this book.

I love his writing style and stories in this gospel saturated book. A recommended read for all people, believers and those interested in Christianity.

Highly recommend. I think I have found a new favorite author. This is my second or third book I've read of his.

interesting so far.

Sweet book.

This was a really meaningful read.Brought a great perspective on how every aspect of our lives on earth can bring glory to God.