Description:
An engaging exposition on evil and Christian purpose as God's image bearers.
Brief description: Captain Jeffrey "Golden" Sauers, Jr. was born in 1993 in Baltimore, Maryland. He is a graduate of the United States Naval Academy with a B.S. in Oceanography. Meeting the Lord at the age of twenty-two, his faith grew quickly and permeated every aspect of his life, including his profession as a United States Marine Corps attack helicopter pilot. As part of his radical transformation from sinner to saint, Jeff spends much of his free time in careful study of biblical doctrine. Image of Love, Jeff's first book, expounds his understanding of his faith through the lens of his intense personal experiences. As a member of the warrior class who was formerly lost to the world, Captain Sauers' incredible testimony and hunger for Christ has given him understanding on what it means to be a spiritual warrior of the faith and to live out God's purpose in this life.
Review Quotes:
1 Chronicles 12:32 identifies the Tribe of Issachar within King David's army as "men who understood the times and knew what Israel ought to do." Image of Love was written by a man and warrior who understands our times and knows what Christians ought to do. Jeff's insights into the Word of God and his clear and concise presentation are like reading the Bible and having the author of it (the Holy Spirit) on speed-dial. Jeff's treatise, as presented in Image of Love, brings a fresh spring breeze of clarity to the reality of God's intent behind Genesis 1:26 when man was created in God's image.
-John E. Voss, Navigators Staff TAC Representative of 32 years
"Image of Love was one of those-right book and the right time-situations. Written and published in a year that was, for many, filled with tumult and uncertainty, I found Image of Love especially relevant and timely. I count it as a gift from our Father in heaven from whom all blessings flow. You will realize quickly that Jeff is the living example of a man walking in the fullness of his first love. Image of Love is rich in Scripture and a worthy endeavor for individual and group studies or retreats. As a former enlisted man, my initial thought was that Captain Sauers, an active duty commissioned officer, might remain behind the polish, shine, and mystique of the United States Marine Corps. Instead, Jeff became real and vulnerable. He challenged some of my long-held beliefs, with new perspectives and vivid illustrations. If you're like me, you will especially enjoy Jeff's experiences from the United States Naval Academy, flight school, and his increasing responsibilities as an attack helicopter pilot. I plan to keep one book for myself and a few copies to share. In a world polarized by ethnocentrism, it is humbling and reassuring to know that the God of the universe has imprinted on every human-the Image of Love."
-John A. Romero, LAPD Captain (Ret.) and Elder, Centerpoint Church Simi Valley, Ca.
In a world where foggy, subjective thinking has become the norm, Jeff Sauers' book is a clear and bold clarion of truth. Even the most well-versed theologian will find that Jeff's writing provides thought-provoking insights. While entirely biblical, his fresh look at classical theology is intellectually stimulating and personally challenging. As a theologian, he has balanced well the issues of heart and mind and of application and scholarship. The text begins by establishing the sure foundation of Scripture, and grows in interest and application with each subsequent chapter. I can't wait for the second volume of what will surely be a series on theology, dedicated to the glory of the only One worthy of worship. I highly endorse this book for personal and group study.
-Dr. Steven Pope, Pastor, Centerpoint Church Simi Valley, Ca.