I Sold My Soul on eBay: Viewing Faith through an Atheist's Eyes

Great book, especially for those involved in ministry. I have always been open minded but Mehta reminded me through his stories that being open minded simply is not enough. There is so much good information in this book. It is a must read for all Christians.

Mehta has some interesting insights into the churches he visited. The problem is he does not accept the basic premise of Christianity that we are all sinners in need of a savior. Churches should be sensitive to visitors, sermons should be engaging, but the role of the church is to announce the kingdom of god and call all people to repentance.

I was on www.friendlyatheist.com when I heard about this book. The concept sounded really interesting to me and I read the book right away. I actually enjoy learning about other religions than my own... I feel that too often we can by ignorant of others which just causes hate and animosity. Hemant Mehta is certainly helping to break this ignorance down and is showing that there's more to...more

I was on www.friendlyatheist.com when I heard about this book. The concept sounded really interesting to me and I read the book right away. I actually enjoy learning about other religions than my own... I feel that too often we can by ignorant of others which just causes hate and animosity. Hemant Mehta is certainly helping to break this ignorance down and is showing that there's more to atheists than misguided stereotypes. This is not a book filled with confusing religious philosophy, and so it's a good read even if you are religious or not. Most importantly this is a book that says we are all people, despite different beliefs we should be treated with respect. My only problem with the book was I though it was too short, and I wish the reiviews of the churches he went to were a bit longer.   hide

This was an excellent way to see how others may view our church(es). He visited 10 churches, trying to hit the megachurch down to the community church. I thought he did a great job of staying objective, and showing the flaws and strengths of each. It is a good reminder that there are people in MY church at any given time that may be watching...waiting...looking for a reason to return, or...more

This was an excellent way to see how others may view our church(es). He visited 10 churches, trying to hit the megachurch down to the community church. I thought he did a great job of staying objective, and showing the flaws and strengths of each. It is a good reminder that there are people in MY church at any given time that may be watching...waiting...looking for a reason to return, or not. Good info.   hide