I will read this book especially certain sections again, and I'd recommend it to anyone. Mar 06, Ashley rated it really liked it. Just what I needed these past few weeks. Wilcox, not to be confused with Brad Wilcox, who is also excellent compiles some of his gospel talks and essays. He's good at getting to the heart of the gospel without oversimplifying.
It's clear he's studied the scriptures extensively and loves them. I'm sure I'll be recommending it to friends and family.
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Feb 10, Chris rated it it was amazing Shelves: This book is a collections of transcriptions of some of Michael Wilcox's more profound and inspiring talks. I loved the book, especially when Wilcox gives insights into the infinite love of our Savior Jesus Christ for each of his children. A brilliant scholar and religious theologian, Wilcox weaves his personal experiences and insights from Scripture and great literature into a masterpiece.
I look forward to listening to the cd of these book. Jul 11, Kathy rated it it was amazing. Michael Wilcox is so insightful and has such a gift for helping me liken the scriptures to myself. A friend lent me this book and I may need to buy it so I can re-read it again and again! Just re-read this book. I wish I could note that here on GoodReads. Still as amazing and uplifting as it was the first time I read it.
Jun 15, Sherrill rated it really liked it. Wilcox always has something interesting to say and a fresh viewpoint. He does some heavy leaning on the philosophy of C S Lewis and it is great food for thought. He is probably a better speaker than a writer but still produces credible stuff. Sometimes I get jaded on simple novels and need a little something that is not so easily read to get my thinking on track.
Feb 14, Jordan rated it it was amazing Shelves: Michael Wilcox has the amazing ability to make basically any story some sort of allegory about the gospel. This book is a collection of 9 separate talks on a variety of subjects. I think that everyone should read "The Fourth Watch God" which gives scriptural insight into the Lord's timing. Definitely a book I will reread in the future. Nov 09, ShaLisa rated it it was amazing. Michael Wilcox has become a favorite author beginning with Fire in the Bones.
His teachings are real and practical to me. I remember them and apply them and am better because of them. His examples are straight forward and enlightening as well as both scriptoral and personal. I have gained much insight because of this learned man.
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Nov 20, Robin rated it it was amazing Shelves: One of my favorite Eduction Week speakers. Michael Wilcox has the gift of insight. His well thought out explanations and vivid descriptions of scenes from scripture passages that often get overlooked have a way of clarifying what may have seemed muddled or obscure. May 23, Leslie rated it it was amazing.
The author of this book covers so well the different topics that Christ taught. He brings it down to today and how we can apply the teachings to our lives each day. It was really uplifting and I learned a lot. Feb 20, Linda rated it it was amazing. Another great book by S.
His "fourth watch" is probably my favorite and has helped me understand why some of my prayers haven't been answered just yet. Dec 24, Mary rated it really liked it. I adore Michael Wilcox's teaching and writing style, so I loved this book. I gave it four stars instead of five because he uses the same stories in several of his books, so not everything was new. Excellent shot in the arm when you need some encouragement and renewed hope.
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Nov 13, Marilyn rated it it was amazing Shelves: I have ilistened to these talks more than once, but in reading them my understanding has increased. Michael Wilcox achieves a perfect blend of scripture with experience with wisdom of the ages--the best thinking of the mortals. Feb 10, Robert rated it really liked it Shelves: A great, uplifting book. I especially liked the parts about C.
Lewis, of whom I am a big fan, and the temple. Wilcox shares some great stories and has some very helpful interpretations of the scriptures. Apr 27, Alysen rated it it was amazing. Loved this book and love the author! A lot of things I needed to hear at that moment are in this book. His stories he used in his talks are here and I love his view of the Savior.
It's how I view him. Nov 17, Katie Bullock rated it liked it. The first half was the classic style of the man I adore: Then his style turned less all-encompassing and focused on parts of Mormonism that often irk me. But he's still a beautiful thinker and writer. I miss him in my life. Apr 09, Natalie rated it liked it Shelves: Good read and there was some interesting things I learned about CS Lewis and his road to Christianity.
Jun 05, Cheri rated it it was amazing. Michael Wilcox, is one of my favorite speakers. I love being able to read the transcripts from his talks!!! Jan 14, Stacey rated it it was amazing. This book was filled with beautiful, inspiring messages. A book to buy and read when you need some extra reassurance.
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Oct 15, Alice rated it it was amazing Shelves: I definitely will be reading this again and anything else by Bro. I have most of Brother Wilcox's talks on CD's and love them all!
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He is such a gifted teacher and truly makes the scriptures come alive. There have been many times when I have started and stopped a CD repeatedly so I could write down the scriptures and concepts that he was sharing. I was thrilled to see that they put them all in book form. I can now mark this book up and take the time to read and reread and ponder the things that touched my heart. We all have trails some harder than others. A good book to help ponder ideas of where I am headed and where I need to be going not to give up and to find joy in the journey.
Alot of good parables of Narnia and I would like to thank brother Wilcox for his book! The book contains several topics. May we know that if he does it — no matter how difficult, no matter how impossible — if he does it, and he asks us to do it, even to the extent of being perfect, even to becoming a God, we can do it. An example of this clarity is when he presents the doctrine of performing the impossible things that God commands us to do.
He gives the example of how Nephi was commanded to build a boat and his brothers thought that he was foolish for even trying. The author then goes on to say that this applies in any situation whether it is accepting a calling or forgiving others. His explanation was clear to me and has helped me understand this doctrine.
This was the case for many of the other doctrines found in the book. Despite its strengths, this book does have a weakness. One thing I found to be a weakness was the wording that caused some confusion. One such part was in the chapter about making your faith unshaken.
Wilcox talks about faith and how we need a solid foundation in case we encounter faith shaking experiences. He then goes on about talking how to build a solid foundation. Here the wording gets a little confusing because he uses abstract words and ideas that take more time to fully comprehend than normal.
I would recommend this book to anyone looking to strengthen their faith and learn more about Christ. I enjoyed this book every time I picked it up. It will bring enjoyment to you as it has brought enjoyment to me. Don't Leap with the Sheep: