Wow! If you are looking for a book on purpose in life, this is it. “The Journey has been prepared for two kinds of people. One, those who do not view themselves as committed believers, but are serious about the big questions on the journey of life and are open to the possibility of those questions being answered. Two, those who are already followers of Christ at some stage on the journey of faith who wish to reflect seriously on why they believe what they believe.” Guinness does an outstanding job, both in his writing and research. There are gems of knowledge, wisdom, and information on practically every page.

This book and others in the Trinity Forum Study Series differ from many other books on Christian themes because not all of the readings reflect a Christian worldview. Each reading reflects the viewpoint of the author concerning questions, answers, and commitments to that writer’s purpose in life. Some are distinctly non-Christian and cause readers to think through an issue presented from another angle or to glean truth from the “common grace” given to the author. Others represent the best Christian thinkers, and some are straight from Holy Scripture.

The book is organized in four parts:  a time for questions, a time for answers, a time for evidences, and a time for commitment. Each section is helpful in it’s own way. Guinness has included thought provoking quotes in the sidebars throughout the book.

The Journey will encourage Christians in their walk with Christ as it challenges them to think through why they believe what they believe. It is also a great book for non-Christians who are willing to consider their ultimate purpose and meaning.

Dean Conkel, Youth Ministries