The session in literature on Monday in the café was very encouraging. We all seem to bring something new the table. Andrew was somewhat leading the discussion with his questions. Although we all brought something other than fiction to class it seemed to work well for discussion purposes. The book I brought was called The Irresistible Revolution by Shane Claiborne. I brought this book because it changed my view on faith. He is a very radical Christian with a heart for the lost. My soul was rocked by the passionate faith he had. The other books brought to the table were The Road, Intercessory Prayer, and From Good to Great. The Road was the only fiction book based on the post Armageddon. It was very interesting, yet it wasn’t very realistic.
I really began to understand the importance of fiction literature. Fiction literature allows the author to speak their mind through other characters. The last fiction book I read was Lord of the Flies. That book I realized the motifs and symbols of the author intends. Furthermore, there are multiple meanings to a symbol like the conch as a symbol of power.
What did I get out of this meeting? I liked the setting outside the classroom. It gave me an opportunity to express myself without feeling obligated. I think my thoughts flow much easier outside of the classroom. I found out that I need to expand my literature outlook. I would only read Christian Inspirational books, however I believe it’s important to read secular books to see another point of view. When sharing the gospel if you relate to someone they are much more receptive to what you are willing to say.
The book that you brought seems very interesting, I would like to read it someday! Also Lord of the Flies was a great book, I read it in high school, isn't it crazy for how the book is so symbolic to life.
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