JESUS LOVES YOU . . . THIS I KNOW

Lloyd James’s effortless-sounding narrative and seamless personal anecdotes work together to demonstrate that Craig Gross and Jason Harper are not typical pastors. With a versatile vocal range, James recounts the story of the ministries that earned the men the name "porn pastors" as they work to spiritually help society's unwanted and unloved: panhandlers; shut-ins; porn stars; sex, drug, and alcohol addicts; and others. James delivers captivating real-life stories and interviews with clarity and warmth. His textured characterizations reveal troubled people very like those whom Jesus was criticized for spending time with. James’s depiction of Jesus's love for the unloved—the book’s overall message—is warm and genuine. But some will find the book light on a call to repentance. G.D.W. © AudioFile 2010, Portland, Maine [Published: APRIL 2010]