cover image Max on Life: Answers and Inspiration for Today's Questions

Max on Life: Answers and Inspiration for Today's Questions

Max Lucado. Thomas Nelson, $24.99 (272p) ISBN 978-0-8499-4812-1

Lucado%E2%80%94with more than 100 million books and other products available %E2%80%94gathers nearly 180 questions he's fielded over the years as both author and pastor to create a compendium of sound, biblical advice sure to resonate with readers. The San Antonio, Tex., pastor's down-to-earth style is much in evidence, as is his acute understanding of Scripture and how to apply it. He answers such tough questions as, "Does God lead us through feelings?"; "How can I increase my faith that my prayers will be answered?"; and "What does God think of the suicide victim?" Readers will find questions about sex, working overtime, purgatory, and worry; just about everything a Christian might ask, Lucado answers with logic, spiritual insight, and wisdom. Sections include Hope, Hurt, Help, Him/Her, Home, Haves/Have-Nots, and Hereafter. Lucado also offers an addendum of his best advice for writers, as well as Scripture and topical indexes. Max's many fans will snap up this book; those looking for answers will search its pages as well. (Apr.)