Bad Guys Of The Book Of Mormon (2011) - Plot & Excerpts
In "Bad Guys of the Book of Mormon," Gaunt makes an excellent case for learning the enemies’ strategy in the ever-escalating spiritual war—a war in which two sides are battling for our souls. If we want to win, we must think like a military leader. A successful military leader studies every move his enemy is making. Gaunt suggests that we plan our own counter-attack by educating ourselves on the “bad guys in the Book of Mormon. Let’s learn to be smarter than they are. Let’s learn their tactics. See what tricks they used. Peek at their maps and plans. Pinpoint their lies. Point out the holes in their arguments. Let’s see how faithful people just like you and me resisted and defeated them in the past. Let’s be ready to face the bad guys of today” (8).I highly recommend this book to adults and youth alike. Gaunt is witty, humorous and insightful, sharing personal experiences in a highly readable and entertaining way. This is a book for young adults, but it appeals to all ages really. The insights were great. My favorite chapter was "From Bad to Good" where he talks about the people who changed. "His [Christ's] view of us is as one looking at something with limitless potential for greatness. There is no end to the beauty and perfection that He can make us into. And yet, the greatest of all artists, the Master Artist, begins His work on us by signing His name first, before He ever lays a single drop of paint on our canvas, before he ever picks up a tool. When we are baptized, He signs His name on us and claims us as His own, saying, 'This is my work and my glory'."
What do You think about Bad Guys Of The Book Of Mormon (2011)?
Absolutely amazing. Can't wait for my family to read it. Stunning. One of my favorite of the year.
—faez
Very thought provoking, faith building, entertaining book.
—katiebug797
