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Jack Bauer's Having a Bad Day: An Unauthorized Investigation of Faith in 24: Season 1

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As a fan of the show and a person raised without religion, I was interested in what kind of points and parallels the author would try to make. The author's tone was amusing and informal. Unfortunately, I found the format to be confusing and the logic hard to follow. Perhaps that's because I'm not that familiar with the religion, but it did seem to be more of a Christian faith book with a few lines from the show rather than a true investigation of the show with regard to faith.

I love the book! It's a great outreach tool for friends and family who don't know the Lord, but watch the show "24". The author always bring everything back to what the Bible has to say. It's full of great real life stories that people can relate to.

This book is amazing. The author does a fabulous job of tying in Jack's adventures and troubles to our daily lives and how we can cope with the issues we face. If you are a "24" fan, you will love reliving Jack's first bad day!

At first glance, you might not see how '24' relates to faith and to your relationship with God. However, the author succinctly makes the connection and gives you valuable pearls of wisdom to take with you in your daily life. With all that's going on in the world today, we can all use more faith, and someone like Jack Bauer, on our side!

When I first saw this book I thought the premise was a bit silly, but as a Christian and a 24 fan, I wanted to give it a try. I'm glad I did because it is one of the best Christian books I have ever read. This is a book to return to in all stages of your Christian walk.

I don't know about you,but I've had my share of bad days. As Christians we don't always "play our part" in life with the strongest of Faith that we could. Tim uses the script of 24, God's script "The Bible", and shares " personal performances" to inspire and encourage us to pursue a better "method od acting". You'll find God really is the "ultimate director" and to put your trust and hope in Him when you face those difficult "scenes" in life. Yes folks, "the clock is ticking"...... I don't know what's going to happen to Jack,but I'm looking for my own happy ending. Tim reassures that there is promise for our "performance". Just put more "action" in your Faith and let God "run the show". See you at the awards someday !

The struggles of every day life, like what to believe, who to trust, and how to make a difference; are explored with a new twist... what if your life and the life of others depended upon your response. This book takes you under the surface of 24 and into the life changing events of every day faith.

The chapters correspond with an 'hour' so I've been reading a chapter each night. Don't miss it -- for in reality, your life really does depend upon how you respond!

Like the action in 24, the hit TV show, the recounting of it by Tim Wesemann, masterful storyteller, gets my adrenaline pumping! From the action of those vignettes about a virtual savior, Tim then shifts his focus to the cross and the REAL Savior--who acts in our "real" time and gives us adrenaline-pumping hope and confidence for all our "bad days." That focus is biblical, heartfelt, revealing, and inspiring. That focus is on the real action...Christ's...that affects our "real" time far beyond a single day. In fact, it impacts our eternity!

I am one of those 24 adrenaline junkies! What an intense life Jack lives! Always on the edge and planning for somebody to be rescued or escaping from his own peril! I am so glad that I am not living like Jack, but Tim Wesemann reminds me that Jesus lives an even more exciting life than Jack. This book reminds me that hope and help are present even on my bleakest of days. Tim Wesemann encourages me, through Jack's behind-the-scenes planning and dangerous encounters, to forget about my circumstances, keeping my eyes open for how Jesus puts himself on the line for me.

One might say that in season one of the television series 24, Jack Bauer was having a bad day. His wife and daughter were kidnapped by terrorists who wished to manipulate Jack into assassinating Senator David Palmer. His ex-girlfriend and trusted co-worker turned out to be a mole and killed his pregnant wife. In the midst of the story line revolving around Jack Bauer, author Tim Wesemann believes there are spiritual truths waiting to be explored.

Jack Bauer's Having a Bad Day is an "investigation" into those spiritual truths to be found in season one. The chapters are divided into 24 "faith truths" ranging from issues of trust, dependence, and integrity. Most chapters begin with a snippet from the 24 plot line before exploring the spiritual implications. At the back of the book is a reader's guide with 5 study questions per chapter for personal or group use.

While not every "faith truth" discussed in the book is obviously present in the plot line, each one bears important insight for Christian living. Tim Wesemann mixes personal stories and skillful writing with a keen perception for spiritual wisdom. Jack Bauer's Having a Bad Day is a witty, fun, and meaningful book that helps to make one of America's favorite shows more edifying.