There are a list of reasons Brian Welch's memoir would have never made it across my nightstand. The fact that I am not a fan of hard music, so his former carreer in Korn, was not in the least impressive to me and that I am not a memoir guy anyway are two of the most obvious. I had seen the book, but had no interest in it. However, I was asked by a friend to read it because he wanted to discuss it with me, and so I ran over the Borders and picked up my copy.
The book which is divided into two sections was an amazingly easy read from one perspective. Welch has a informal tone that seems conversational most of the time. I read all of the first section in a single setting last night, and then read the second section this afternoon. Though simple in form, it was an emotionally burdensome read. On multiple occasions in the first section I found myself so invested in his situation and addictions I would have to stop reading for a few minutes, just to feel sane. The second section was equally an emotional roller coaster as he shared in the joys and pain of God's sanctifying grace. Though wonderfully amazing throughout most the book, it was emotionally very taxing.
I can not believe how blessed I was to have been given the opportunity to share in this personal account, in all it's genuine vulnerability, of the means God will goto to redeem his prodigals.
Even if your nature would be to write this book off like I did, I sincerely implore you to reconsider, you will be blessed to share this journey.
2 comments:
I'm half way through the book, funny that I bought the book because I was in our local Christian book store the other day! Buying books off course, well when I started reading the book, I was astonished by the similarities in my own life! I also did drugs was drinking hard! Played in a metal band called "Anargie" (translated: anarchy), I played bass! Well the name says it all! It was hectic times for me I felt like an outcast! I never discovered Christ in my life! I've always knew him! After my mom died and my two best friends who is basically my brothers, (they were the ones still keeping me on track), I got very destructive with myself and those around me, And I was always in conflict with God challenging Him and arguing against Him! But then after a couple of months I decided it was time to straighten up! So I did! But still felt alone, I moved in on my own got a very good job and a house and cool stuff, but nothing made me happy! I started writing, and sketching again, and playing guitar! But thought I was the only one going through such devastated times. That’s when I started learning the Bible and the history of it! To be able to stand my ground with facts whenever I debated against people verbal abusing my Saviour, that’s why I went to the book stores allot, after I saw the book in stores and heard for the first time that Brian kicked drugs and the band! Since I was a devoted Korn fan myself, (I have all their albums by the way!) I didn't felt so alone anymore! And that there is people out there everyday struggling with their inner demons, even ones cashing in on millions and living the "good life"! Brian is a real inspiration! Coming from the same background and pursuing the same dreams! And realise it’s not worth all if you do not have true love and happiness!
I still reading the book but will post as soon as I'm finished, I would love to share my thoughts of transformation with Brian! And I hope he reads this, I was trying to get an email address so I could contact him, I tried MySpace but I don't he is on there anymore, his last login was last year!
So Brian if you do read this, and you would like to contact me, my email address is quinton.deklerk@murrob.com or quintondeklerk@hotmail.com
Thanks and keep the Faith
Quinton.
I'm half way through the book, funny that I bought the book because I was in our local Christian book store the other day! Buying books off course, well when I started reading the book, I was astonished by the similarities in my own life! I also did drugs was drinking hard! Played in a metal band called "Anargie" (translated: anarchy), I played bass! Well the name says it all! It was hectic times for me I felt like an outcast! I never discovered Christ in my life! I've always knew him! After my mom died and my two best friends who is basically my brothers, (they were the ones still keeping me on track), I got very destructive with myself and those around me, And I was always in conflict with God challenging Him and arguing against Him! But then after a couple of months I decided it was time to straighten up! So I did! But still felt alone, I moved in on my own got a very good job and a house and cool stuff, but nothing made me happy! I started writing, and sketching again, and playing guitar! But thought I was the only one going through such devastated times. That’s when I started learning the Bible and the history of it! To be able to stand my ground with facts whenever I debated against people verbal abusing my Saviour, that’s why I went to the book stores allot, after I saw the book in stores and heard for the first time that Brian kicked drugs and the band! Since I was a devoted Korn fan myself, (I have all their albums by the way!) I didn't felt so alone anymore! And that there is people out there everyday struggling with their inner demons, even ones cashing in on millions and living the "good life"! Brian is a real inspiration! Coming from the same background and pursuing the same dreams! And realise it’s not worth all if you do not have true love and happiness!
I still reading the book but will post as soon as I'm finished, I would love to share my thoughts of transformation with Brian! And I hope he reads this, I was trying to get an email address so I could contact him, I tried MySpace but I don't he is on there anymore, his last login was last year!
So Brian if you do read this, and you would like to contact me, my email address is quinton.deklerk@murrob.com or quintondeklerk@hotmail.com
Thanks and keep the Faith
Quinton.
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