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God's Book: An Honest Look at the Bible's 7 Toughest Topics

By: Andrew Ollerton
Narrated by: Andrew Ollerton
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Summary

 Does the Bible condone warfare and slavery?
Isn't the New Testament's teaching on sex outdated?
Surely there's not a literal heaven and hell?

These are just some of the questions that popular Bible teacher Andrew Ollerton asks as he helps us navigate the most challenging topics in the Bible.

God's Book follows the biblical plotline from Genesis to Revelation and reveals how to make sense of difficult passages by considering them in their original setting. When we understand the creation story in its ancient context, we won't need to choose between science or the Bible. When we appreciate that the conquest of Canaan was a unique moment in history, these passages won't justify violence today.

The Bible's 7 toughest topics
Science versus Creation
Slavery and Old Testament laws
Warfare and violence
Suffering
Miracles and exorcisms
Sex
Heaven, hell and judgement

Andrew concludes each chapter with a letter to a young adult, giving practical advice on each topic. God's Book is for anyone who is spiritually curious and wants to make sense of the Bible, and for Christians who want to share their faith more confidently in today's culture.©2025 Andrew Ollerton Bible Study Bibles & Bible Study Christian Living Christianity
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Critic reviews

'Andrew's intellect, research and level of insight and understanding is inspiring to see in full force here! Personally I find it hugely helpful when a person so clever, gently walks a dullard like me through some of the most challenging questions and somehow leads me to such wise answers.'
'In God's Book Andrew Ollerton examines some of the toughest questions that arise when we read the Bible, encouraging us to think them though rather than avoid or ignore them. In my life and work I have found that time and time again the Bible stands up to the scrutiny thrown at it. In reading this book you will be encouraged to discover good reasons for trusting the Bible for yourself. You may not agree with everything you read but I recommend engaging with God's Book and considering the Bible afresh.'
'A surprising number of 21st Century people are rediscovering the value of the Bible and the scriptural story that shaped our world. But that means a lot of modern people are also bumping into ancient texts about creation, warfare, suffering and sexuality. Andrew Ollerton has provided an essential and highly accessible guide to the key concerns and objections many modern readers may have when reading the Bible from Genesis to Revelation. Not only does Andrew provide context for confusing scriptures and help to make sense of difficult passages, he also shows how the entire story of scripture can speak to every generation anew, including our own. It is an excellent read - a book I would recommend to anyone wanting to make sense of scripture.'
'The Bible is so immense and so influential it has shaped even our critiques of the Bible. Andrew Ollerton does an excellent job of exploring the immensity as well as facing the critiques head on. This is a wonderful introduction (or re-introduction) to the modern world's founding document.'
If you're looking for an accessible, wise, and readable book that tackles the Bible's toughest questions, you won't go wrong with Andrew Ollerton's God's Book. Rather than dodging the difficult issues, Andrew welcomes them-and then helps the reader work them through. With wisdom, clarity, and pastoral sensitivity, God's Book invites us to engage the Bible on its own terms, not ours. Simple without being simplistic, intelligent without being intellectual, and wise without being wearisome, Andrew models the kind of thoughtful wrestling with scripture that deepens both faith and understanding.'
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Broke down the Old Testament, good book, makes sense,would recommend the author also. Thanks

Well structured

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Written and delivered well. Full of questions, answers and advice. Definitely an audiobook that I will be listening to again.

Great Advice

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Nothing really to dislike. I liked to way he delt with tough topics. Very good to be studied deeply. I is our sermon topics.

The honèsty of Andrew Ollerton especialy in the topic of Hell.

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I downloaded this audiobook, intrigued about its contents not knowing exactly what route I was going to be led through within each topic. What I discovered surprised me in a great way.

I really appreciate it that Andrew explores each topic sharing the relevant passages, but instead of just giving his own understanding and opinions on the matter, Andrew shares about differing opinions and thoughts from a variety of people and then explains how the context within God's Word and Jesus' example leads him to his conclusions on each matter. After this, Andrew doesn't leave you there, but encourages you to do some digging yourself to reflect on God's word and come to your own conclusions on each topic.

To top this off Andrew leaves a personal letter to one of his children after each topic. although it's aimed to one of his children, I really like the relational way Andrew writes these letters.

A must read that you won't regret. It challenged and encouraged me to do more exploring for myself, and helped me to tackle some issues that can arise when reading the Bible.

Diolch Dr. Ollerton.

A great book to help process your thoughts on tough and relevant topics

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I loved this book - full of wisdom about God and his book. The only, admittedly tiny, complaint was AO slightly skated over complementarianism and egalitarianism but that’s it. Worth every penny at twice the price!

A fantastic read, well read

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