Nice to hear from you. This Fall when I was speaking at Camp Forest Springs, I met a former student from Northwestern who also shared some of his concerns. I am sorry to hear that you are going through such a tough time. But, I am thankful to hear that Unpacking was an encouragement to you.

Chris.

I first would like to say that I thank God for your book and wish to congratulate you in its anniversary. The real reason I am writing however is that I am a student of Northwestern College in St. Paul MN. If you have not heard our school has been going through a terrible ordeal in regards to our school’s leadership, particularly from the President and the Head of the Board. The reason this is of any interest to you is that at the heart of all of this fiasco is a faulty understanding of forgiveness and now more so, repentance and what it requires. I am a biblical studies major and have published an article in the school paper and am quite vocal on this being a crucial issue. Our President as well as others in leadership have openly preached unconditional forgiveness. I know this issue to be Gospel central and I am quite frankly fearful for my school as well as the leadership.

I wanted to let you know as I have enjoyed your book as it was recommended to me last year by one of my professors whom I TA for. Maybe at the least our story can be one for future bodies, particularly Christian Colleges to learn from and stray away from.

-Ryan Bell