Chapters Comments

The author's journey resonates with my own path, with its twists and revelations. I feel deeply moved by struggles overcome and lessons learned. His willingness to share so openly touches my heart. Through his story, I connect with life's profound yet simple truths - we are all works in progress, learning as we go with compassion for ourselves and others. This book leaves me feeling inspired and comforted in life's unfolding.

Very thought provoking and reflective. Familiar with this author's work and he never ceases to lead me to concepts to consider.

As a seeker of truth from various traditions, I appreciate how this work brings Eastern and Western thought into harmony. The author skillfully translates ancient Taoist concepts into familiar Christian language. Universal themes of love, compassion, and presence shine through. I find myself thinking in new ways and feeling closer to all wisdom traditions. This bridge between cultures enriches my understanding and spiritual practice.

I embark on a journey of discovery as I read "I Am The Way." The author's personal story resonates with my own spiritual seeking. Through fresh interpretations of the Tao Te Ching and biblical passages, new insights emerge. Each chapter invites reflection on my relationship with the divine and cultivation of wisdom in daily life. The book nourishes my soul and moves me to live more consciously. I feel grateful for this companion on my path.

In full disclosure, I am the author's wife. Bob started writing this book as a way for us to talk about our beliefs. I grew up as a Southern Baptist Bible literalist, and Bob's spiritual path was very different. He studied under a Taoist Master from the Shaolin temple in China. Bob is a very spiritual person; he wanted me to understand how he thought, and I, of course, wanted him to be saved. So he started taking the text from his sacred writings and putting it into terms from the Bible, which I could understand. Eventually, he reimagined all 81 chapters of the Tao Te Ching. Through the process, he gained much understanding of my belief system and I, of his. Through the process, we grew more closely together. and now share our spiritual lives as well. As I mentioned, I am a dyed-in-the-wool Bible-loving Christian and I love this book.

For those of us who have evolved from a very conservative evangelical background to recognizing that other world religions, primarily those of the Eastern tradition have amazingly more similarities to our Western Christianity that we ever thought possible, this book is a gift. Bob Martin has done a masterful job of putting Eastern Wisdom literature beside our Western tradition in a way that laypeople can easily understand to the point of being not only inspirational but transformative.

If you’re looking for a thoughtful journey into a biblical understanding, then this is the book for you. The Tao is used to parallel the comforting words of the Bible along with quotes and comments from various sources. An eye opening experience that any serious student of religion will want in their toolbox.

An inspiring read for anyone who wants to deepen their faith, or those still searching. The author does a remarkable job in making connections between the Tao Te Ching and historical and modern biblical interpretations in the Christian faith. The shared messages between different faith provides a more profound posture in which to connect with the teachings. For those who may be struggling with their own Christian faith and have found that a religious life that falls short of expectation, this book may provide a new path. In each chapter, the writer provided next steps on how to take the teaching and practically apply them, putting faith into action. I found this both inspiring and comforting.