The Evangelist William R King Analysis

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The Evangelist, by William R. King, is about faith, self-discovery, and spiritual awakening. Philip Ashby, a Pastor, is married with two children. During a preaching rally, he is attacked by Tracy, a brainwashed woman whom he has no memory of. Miraculously, he survived the assault, and as soon as he is well enough to leave the hospital for his home, news got out that he had a secret love affair with Tracy. Immediately his wife, Jessica, heard the accusation, she flared up and confronted him.

Being falsely accused, Ashby is dejected, and instead of going home, his daughter, Claire, arranges for him to be transferred to the psych ward so that Dr. Ethan Pitney, a psychiatrist, can help him deal with the stressful events in his life. Dr. Ethan doesn't believe in God and blames God and every Christian for the loss of his wife. Having his own demons, can Ethan help Philip through this difficult time? Is Pastor Philip a godsend for Ethan and other patients in the ward? In a fascinating manner, this story comprises a debate about Christianity. It shows how some of its characters are quick to blame God for allowing unpleasant things happen to Christians.
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Featuring crime, characters with personal struggles, exorcism, epiphanies, and prayers, this life-changing novel is engaging, inspiring, and occasionally, hilarious. It encourages forgiveness and discourages selfishness. Again, it shows that everyone has a right to form their own opinions, but they should be convinced and strong enough to welcome criticism. It's character-driven, thought-provoking, and interesting. It has a solid, suspenseful, and fast-paced plot. Since this book defends Christianity, some atheists may not want to read

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