I have just finished the book "Search Committee" by Tim Owens. A ragtag group is gathered to go out and search for a new pastor. The group is undercover, trying not to attract attention, in an effort to snag the right "man" but not let others know they stole him! Put together 7 people of mixed age and background and you've got the recipe for the perfect storm. Each one is dealing with their own insecurities, baggage and motives. Yet each one wants to do the right thing by their church. Can they ever reach an agreement? Can they ever do what is right, for the right reasons?
Travis can't keep focused on the sermons most of the time as he's secretly lusting after Susie. He has guilt from his childhood that prevents him from moving forward with his wife Jenny. If one is honest his internal speeches are probably similiar to our own. The sin may not be the same, but the guilt, the justification and the question of God's grace eat at all of us from time to time.
Dot's busybody nature stives to cover her lack of self worth. Bill's great attitude is a facade for lack of motivation. Matt's hanging in limbo; not living, but not knowing how. Frankie's out to keep everyone at peace. Joyce is on the outside looking in. Susie's trying to cope one day at a time. Put them all together and someone's got to speak to you.
An all too common mix of people and problems that all comes down to everyone needing healing and grace. A good read. Humorous, poignant and honest.
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