Disillusioned, disenfranchised, and disinterested in anything churchy, Susan Isaacs knew of only one thing to do when she hit spiritual rock bottom at age 40. . . . She took God to couples counseling. In this cuttingly poignant memoir, Susan Isaacs chronicles her rocky relationship with the Almighty--from early childhood to midlife crisis--and all the churches where she and God tried to make a home: Pentecostals, Slackers for Jesus, and the über-intellectuals who turned everything, including the weekly church announcements, into a three-point sermon. Casting herself as the neglected spouse, Susan faces her inner nag and the ridiculous expectations she put on God--some her own, and some from her "crazy in-laws" at church. Originally staged as a solo show in New York and Los Angeles, ANGRY CONVERSATIONS WITH GODis a cheeky, heartfelt memoir that, even at its most scandalous, is still an affirmation of faith.
for those who are searching for answers to questions about relationships with God, this is a good read. i identified with most of the questions she raised. the author's sense of humor makes a good bridge between big life questions and the people who wrestle with them.
By mistake, I ordered two of these. As it turns out, I'm glad I did. They are both making the rounds of friends and family because I really liked this book. Genuine, funny and squarely facing a lot of thorny issues about guidance from God, purpose in life and finding God's will. Thanks for writing this, Susan!
