Book Review: “The Lost Art of Scripture” by Karen Armstrong

“The Lost Art of Scripture” by Karen Armstrong is one of the most important books I’ve read in a long time. I don’t say that lightly. It’s not an easy read. But it is well worth reading, contemplating, and digesting what the author is saying. Karen Armstrong is a prolific author who has written numerous books on a variety of theological and religious topics. Published in 2019, “The Lost Art of Scripture” does something that I’ve haven’t seen done in other books that I have read — taking the reader on a journey through history across cultures and…

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My name is Matthew Best. I’m an ELCA (Lutheran) pastor who attempts to translate church and churchy stuff into everyday language.

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Pastor Matthew Best

My name is Matthew Best. I’m an ELCA (Lutheran) pastor who attempts to translate church and churchy stuff into everyday language.