GETTING TO KNOW JESUS

Scottish author George MacDonald’s fantasies influenced both J. R. R. Tolkien and C. S. Lewis, but before he wrote fiction, he was a Congregationalist minister. These 12 sermons, which focus on the nature of Christ, are as intelligent as his fiction. However, they seem fierce, combative, and dated in ways that his fiction does not. Lloyd James does what he can with the sermons. His delivery is impassioned, and listeners can readily imagine the minister's body writhing with passion. While the sermons are intended to give guidance and inspiration, listeners can also hear the genesis of MacDonald's fictional talents in his imaginings about the mind and intent of God. G.T.B. © AudioFile 2006, Portland, Maine [Published: APR/ MAY 06]