This is a testimony book. As the subtitle "Real Stories Changing Lives" indicates, I am Second, contains 20 testimonies from individuals from various aspects of life, most of them common everyday citizens like us, though a few of them are recognizable names in their field (eg. Josh Hamilton, baseball; Brian "Head" Welch, music). The authors tell the story of how each individual seemingly had everything but realized that until they put Jesus Christ first in their life and their personal agenda second, they were going to be empty.
Each story was interesting enough on its own and most were enjoyable to read. Because the testimonies covered a variety of personal backgrounds and experiences, readers would connect with some stories more than others.
Perhaps the most interesting feature of the book was the "Watch the Film" section at the end of each chapter, identifying an online "film" version of the testimony along with 2-3 other testimonies of individuals in similar walks of life. The print version was not a text version of the "film" though there was significant overlap in the couple of samples I viewed. The www.iamsecond.com website would be a useful companion for those wanting to see more or refer a friend, though it could also cause the book to be redundant. Most of the under 40 age group (at least) would probably prefer to simply watch the online testimonies.
The above discussion is one reason I find it hard to recommend the book, when one can access the "films" for free. The writing is acceptable but certainly not compelling or extra informative. I am Second is a good book, yet nothing is especially exemplary.
Book has been provided courtesy of Thomas Nelson and Graf-Martin Communications, Inc. Available at your favourite bookseller from Thomas Nelson.
Each story was interesting enough on its own and most were enjoyable to read. Because the testimonies covered a variety of personal backgrounds and experiences, readers would connect with some stories more than others.
Perhaps the most interesting feature of the book was the "Watch the Film" section at the end of each chapter, identifying an online "film" version of the testimony along with 2-3 other testimonies of individuals in similar walks of life. The print version was not a text version of the "film" though there was significant overlap in the couple of samples I viewed. The www.iamsecond.com website would be a useful companion for those wanting to see more or refer a friend, though it could also cause the book to be redundant. Most of the under 40 age group (at least) would probably prefer to simply watch the online testimonies.
The above discussion is one reason I find it hard to recommend the book, when one can access the "films" for free. The writing is acceptable but certainly not compelling or extra informative. I am Second is a good book, yet nothing is especially exemplary.
Book has been provided courtesy of Thomas Nelson and Graf-Martin Communications, Inc. Available at your favourite bookseller from Thomas Nelson.
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