Half Truths

God Helps Those Who Help Themselves and Other Things the Bible Doesn't Say

By: Adam Hamilton

Narrated by: Ben Holland

They are simple phrases. They sound Christian - like something you might find in the Bible. We've all heard these words. Maybe we've said them. They capture some element of truth, yet they miss the point in important ways.

Join Adam Hamilton in searching for the whole truth by comparing common Christian clichés to the message and ministry of Jesus. The clichés include:

• Everything happens for a reason.
• God helps those who help themselves.
• God won't give you more than you can handle.
• God said it, I believe it, that settles it.
• Love the sinner, hate the sin.

©2016 Abingdon Press (P)2016 Abingdon Press

Fantastic little book

This book felt honest, authentic, and was very excessively written so as not to come off as a textbook or dense volume. So much of the material was very relatable and I think many people will be encouraged in their faith through reading it.

Enlightening and informative

There are so many half truths we've taken as gospel; yet, Adam Hamilton does a great job of putting this half truths into appropriate biblical, scholarly perspective. Highly recommend this book.

Thought provoking

This made me rethink what I have heard my whole life and have even said myself. It was a difficult lesson, but I thank the author for making me think through the fallacy of these statements that run counter to the very foundation of my faith. Excellent! Now I need to listen to this again with a more open mind.

Great book

Adam Hamilton is a great communicator. He is a kind, gentle soul. I would highly recommend this book.

Not deep, but solid needed message.

Author thoughtfully explains why certain sayings have negatively influenced Christian thought and honestly explains why some of these sayings can be personally hurtful to others and to oneself. Found some application in my work when I deal with those who lost a loved one.