King Solomon

King Solomon: The Temptations of Money, Sex, and Power
by Philip Graham Ryken
Crossway, 2011

Non-fiction: Adult, Philosophy, Religion & Spirituality

Crossway consistently produces thoughtful and relevant reading. This was another success for the publishing house.

For many of us the Biblical story of Solomon is not new. In fact, that familiarity may be the single greatest obstacle the book faces: what more can we learn?

And this is where Ryken and Crossway prove to be a successful combination: Ryken's spiritual insight and mastery of writing, with Crossway's support, offer us a thoughtful read.

This is not just for Christians but for most of us who recognize personal struggles with any form of money, or sex, or power. And as Ryken describes and illustrates these areas, these Big Three really encompass most of the challenges for a contemporary self-aware life.

What's different about this book:
The stories and illustrations are ENGAGING and relevant. I did not expect that with the book's focus. Solid, yes, and Biblical, sure: I expected those. But to find the writing both encouraging and convicting and engaging, that I didn't expect.

Evaluation, or what I'll do now:
This is a great resource for my church library work. I'll be eager to see folks pulling this book off the shelf and finding, as I did, that it is an experience well worth the time.

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