A Great Insightful Read

by Doug Weaver

February 22, 2012

I really didn't know what to expect when I received this book in the mail. I heard Shaun Alexander speak at a local church recently, so I knew a little bit about the book, and his views of religion, but I still wasn't sure what to make of the book. I must say that I was very impressed with this book. It is a very easy read that gives some very good direction for personal, spiritual growth. Shaun walks the readers through five levels of growth (Unbeliever, Believe, Example, Teacher, and Imparter. He utilizes personal experiences, as well as the biblical account of the life of Peter, to explain these levels and helps the reader to determine where he is on his own walk. The highlight of the book for me was the explanation of how the levels best interact with one another, as well as the dangers of skipping (or attempting to skip) levels of growth. This was especially pertinent to me as I realized through reading this book that in some areas of my life I have attempted to skip the Example level and go straight to Teacher, and this has caused setbacks for me time and time again. I would highly recommend this book. It is a great tool to use to monitor your own spiritual progress, as well as a great encouragement to continue pressing forward for greater relationship with God.