How do you explain the great popularity of this book? Why are people drawn to books about those who experience heaven? Why is the attraction so powerful? What are people seeking? (from LitLovers) In what way would you say that Colton’s young age (he was four) influences his vision of heaven? Would it have been different had he been, say 34… or 64? (from LitLovers) What do you think about the fact that Colton was never medically deceased? Is that relevant? Why or why not?ĭoes Heaven is for Real basically preach to the choir? Do you think non-believers would be swayed by this story?ĭoes the way in which Colton reveals his journey- little by little, piece at a time, rather than all at once- make his story more, or less, credible for you? (from LitLovers) Do you think that has any effect on believability? It took seven years for Burpo to write this story down.
Did you know anything about this book before you read it? Do you think that affected what you thought about it?ĭid you know that the co-author, Lynn Vincent, was also the co-author of Sarah Palin’s Going Rogue? Does that affect your impression of the book?ĭo you think it was important for the father to detail his own medical issues? Why or why not? Do you think his previous hardships made him more likely to believe his son?Įven though the father doesn’t believe his son was influenced by any teachings or overheard conversations, do you think it was a possibility? Does the fact that this happened to a pastor’s son make you skeptical?īurpo inserts a lot of bible quotes and stories.
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