Heaven is for Real: A Little Boy's Astounding Story of His Trip to Heaven and Back by Todd Burpo
My rating: 1 of 5 stars

I wanted to like this book. I wanted to find a book that was easily readable and something the youth I work with could enjoy. Sadly, I did not find it in this book. What I did find was theology I did not agree with in a very poorly written book. I do not doubt the sincerity of the young boy's experience. You will quickly find that his experience works well within his family's theology. I know that a child often believes what his/her parents believe. This book is a great example of this.
I know some people found this book inspirational and helpful. I'm glad it was helpful to you. I would love a well-written book that tells us that our hope does not need to be in afterlife. We can have hope in this current life. Oh wait, that books exists, it is called the Bible!

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