"In Cross-Sections, Matt Schur takes us with him on a journey into his soul. He keeps his eyes fully open to the pressing issues of both his personal past and this troubled world, while remaining equally fully grounded in his faith. Juxtaposing beautiful love from God with the pain of daily life (childhood loss, grief, depression, adult trauma, racism, sexism, idolatry), he offers us a raw, candid, totally authentic look into what it means to walk with God. If you are looking for a book of simple Christian platitudes, this is not it. But if you want a companion on your spiritual journey, who knows that real anger, doubt, and sadness can coexist with celebration, joy, and deep communion with God and others, you will want to read every word this book offers -- slowly, reverently, questioningly, bringing your real self to the Presence of the Holy, just as Cross-Sections does. You will be challenged here, and you will be richly rewarded."
-- Rev. Stephanie Lape, pastor of Cross and Crown Lutheran Church, Rancho Cucamonga, California, and author of Beckoned: Hearing God's Call to Deeper Faith
