I just finished this fascinating memoir of a childhood spent on the road with a revival ministry.  I appreciate the non-judgmental tone of the author. The detailed descriptions of the services that she sat through night after night provided a glimpse of this slice of American history.

I was reminded that things are seldom black and white.  On one hand Johnson witnesses miracles and exorcisms.  On the other hand bigotry and adultery by the evangelist.

I would have been tempted to comment on this inconsistency.  And I will!  I was reminded that appearances are deceiving.  There is a lot in this book that reminds me of Charismatics I have encountered.  The difference for me has been that as an adult I can walk away.  The author of this book didn’t have that option.

I would recommend this book for book clubs. I would have enjoyed discussing some of the themes in it with a group.  I would love to hear from anyone who has read it.  We can discuss it here.