I came across Ben Witherington’s excellent review of Sex God while doing some research. It is such a comprehensive review that I actually would not recommend reading it if you haven’t read the book. I hate spoiled surprises! That being said, I thought there were a few thoughts that were worth sharing.
On chapter five Ben says,
And it is not an accident that the NT never says God is power (the noun) though it does say God is almighty (the adjective). On the other hand it absolutely does say that God is love.
Ben also pulls the essence of chapter six out with this simple quote:
Rob says on p. 117 “The husband’s waiting for his wife to submit is actually a failure to lead….If he really thinks he is the head, then he would surrender his desires and wants and plans. He would die to his need to be in control and do whatever it takes to serve her….He would die to himself so that she could live.”
From Ben Witherington, Rob Bells’ ‘Sex.God’ Book– a First Rate Read
Also see my humble review for a basic overview of the book.
