We had a nice chat about our January book pick, The Spirit of the Old Testament. Sue Ann looks like she was falling asleep, but actually the book wasn't that dry. Notice the smile on her face. It's always a good time at our meetings.
The book by Sidney B. Sperry is in the LDS Classic Paperback Library. Most of us read 2-5 chapters as an introduction, but plan on reading sections throughout the year, as it correlates to the Sunday School lessons. It's a scholarly work, but easy to read. There is something in every chapter that helps you connect and get more out of the Old Testament. I'll just share one quote. There is a chapter on LDS views concerning the Bible where the eighth Article of Faith, about believing the Bible is the word of God, as far as it is translated correctly is being discussed. Brigham Young said, "But it is no matter about that. Read it and observe it and it will not hurt any person in the world."
It was Tara's first book club meeting with us. I think she'll come back again. Let me just say that our group doesn't require you to read the book--or read at all. It helps sometimes, but I've often thought that I didn't want to read a selection, and after everyone has discussed it, I decide I do. I've read some books that I didn't even like, until everyone discussed them, and then I realized that I just didn't get it--they were good books. Everyone discussing together gives you insights into the books, life in general, and we get to know about each other.
Next month we will be at Mary Jo's house discussing The Watsons Go To Birmingham-1963. Get reading...or not, you don't have to read....just come and join us.
Thanks, Judy, for NOT posting any photos of me!
ReplyDeleteYou're welcome, Ann. Most of us have been 8 months pregnant, and it doesn't always look like Demi Moore's Vanity Fair cover.
ReplyDeleteOn another note, I think Mary Jo should get busy and post her recipe.