PERSONAL DEEPER THOUGHT!

Dak reflects on Christianity and modern society in this nonfiction work.

“You know in this world some people have visions about their lives and destinies,” the author writes in the book’s introduction, before asserting, “I am one of those individuals.” This statement, with its emphasis on foreknowledge of the future, is reflective of the entire work, which is centered on the author’s commentary on religion and contemporary society. Now an undergraduate student at Saint Mary’s University in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Dak has shared his musings on social media for almost a decade, compiled here into a narrative format. A driving theme in the book is the Christian author’s emphasis on fostering a relationship with God; he asserts that too many people only turn to God for help when in a personal crisis. True faith, he says, is shown when one prays, meditates, and worships in both good and bad times. With a particular emphasis on biblical prophecy (and extra-biblical prophecy, such as the predictions of Nostradamus), Dak makes comments frequently on modern geopolitical events. On the current conflict in Gaza, for example, the author suggests that biblical prophecy foretells that “the remnant of Judah will dwell in Gaza after they have uprooted it.” The book’s commentary, in which the author purports to have a direct line to God’s message for humanity, is unlikely to appeal to readers who don’t already share the same opinions. For example, the author also criticizes the views of prominent Christians, such as Pope Francis for his willingness to bless same-sex marriages. The author also takes demonstrative stances against anyone who may disagree with him, asserting that “God has revealed me what other people are thinking.” In addition, the book’s origins in social media posts result in moments with oddly personal undertones, including vague rebukes of anonymous friends and family who were “offended by what [he] said.”

An enthusiastic but uncompelling commentary on religion, prophecy, and modern life.