Book Review: The Pleasure of His Company by Dutch Sheets
Book Review: The Pleasure of His Company by Dutch Sheets
A Journey to Intimate Friendship with God. That’s the subtitle to this book. A journey it is. This book is not a step-by-step list of things to do nor is this book a deep theological work, but a journey of sorts. Not traveling from one place to another, but more about who you are traveling with, in this case, God.
I found this book to be a very enjoyable read. I especially enjoyed the author’s genuineness and authenticity. Glimpses of his real humanity shone through. I appreciate his honesty. This much authenticity is rare to find and this case, funny, too.
The author’s conversational writing style was also enjoyable. Given the importance and gravity of the topic he balanced it well with stories and more than a dollop of pleasant humor.
While reading, at some points, worship songs came to my mind. I think he must have been truly drawing me into His company.
Overall I found this book to be extremely encouraging and not the least bit condemning nor judgmental. Most of all each chapter felt like an invitation—an invitation to know God more intimately and the invitation felt just like the way I’ve felt the Holy Spirit do it—with gentle loving nudges. So each chapter felt like a gentle loving nudge from the Holy Spirit towards the Father.
If you would like to experience these invitations for yourself purchase your own copy of this book now. Use the link below. If you don’t enjoy stories and humor and prefer scholarly works, this book probably isn’t for you.
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from Bethany House Publishers as part of their blogging for books program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commision’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”
To purchase your own copy of this book go here:Pleasure of His Company, The: A Journey to Intimate Friendship With God
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Thanks for your review Cheryl. While I totally agree that we can have a “relationship” or friendship with God and be more intimate with Him, I sometimes observe a lack of “balance” – or that this aspect can be over-emphasized. There seems a “tension” in the Scriptures that God is both immanent and transcendent. God is both near to us and far above us. Etc. And over-emphasizing either can lead to various problems. I know you said the book is not theological, but I just wondered if this is addressed in any away in the book? Also, could you share what some chapters are about? Thanks!
I know what you mean but I usually see the intimate aspect ignore in favor of the transcendent aspect. I don’t recall him mentioning the transcendent part but I could have missed it. It wasn’t theological but there were PLENTY of scriptures mentioned along the way…One of my favorite chapters was called, The Face, and it was about how we are to seek His face. The Hebrew word for face is paneh which is also the word for presence which is how it became that seeking His face is the same as seeking His presence. Another really good chapter was all about when the ark was Obed-edom’s house in the old Testament, the chapter called The Spoiler. The story was not new to me but it was a good reminder and I thoroughly enjoy this author’s writing style and added little nuggets.
Thanks Cheryl. Your chapter examples give me a better idea!