The overall purpose of the book Average Joe is to ensure men that being average, ordinary or normal should not make us feel our lives have no purpose or that God has missed us in his grand plan. In God's eyes we are not failures by living a steady faithful life.
Meeder's overall theme is interesting but the point is lost and at time missed. Several of his stories may hit home for some but many will not be able to relate. If you are a church going guy this book will make sense but if you are looking to better understand your undefined relationship with God and/or Jesus, you may struggle with this book. The stories are intended for men who already have a basic religious background.
Yes, most of us will agree being the Average Joe is ok but the what Meeder’s is trying to teach is altruism, giving of ourselves for the good of others, is the true teaching of Jesus and all men should strive to do their best in giving of themselves to other. The book’s message about altruism is there but you may have to look close to understand how it may relate to your own life.
I received a free copy of this book from Multnomah in exchange for my honest review of the book.
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