Dale Alter's extraordinary journey with Jesus—marked by faith, redemption, and divine love—leads him from a pivotal encounter with Christ (while on an acid trip) to leadership in the Jesus Movement, a fulfilling career in emergency medicine, missionary work in East Africa, and an unwavering pursuit of God's kingdom on earth, despite personal hardships.
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Plot/Idea: Tripping Into Love recounts Alter’s life, with a heavy focus on his past drug use and how it reshaped his spirituality. His intriguing perspective recounts discovering Jesus through his addiction, and Alter shares eye-opening miracles he witnessed alongside his candid and enlightening trials of faith.
Prose: Tripping Into Love reveals Alter's history chronologically, as readers learn the roots to his spiritual epiphany and how he grew into sharing his faith with others. The writing, though sidetracked at times, moves at a snappy pace, and Alter recounts moments rich with both gentle beauty and suspense.
Originality: Alter's story of redemption is inspirational, and Christian readers will glean deep, thought-provoking insight through his experiences.
Character/Execution: Alter passionately shares his abiding Christian faith, sharing an uplifting testimony for readers that will affirm them while giving them hope.
Date Submitted: October 02, 2024
TRIPPING INTO LOVE by Dale N. Alter and Sally Hanan is an inspiring memoir that chronicles Dale’s remarkable journey of faith, miracles, and personal growth. The unwavering belief in God’s love and power shines through, making this book an uplifting read for those seeking encouragement in their own spiritual journey.
