Michael O. Borthwick

Why God Just Makes Sense

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4.7 out of 5 on Amazon (65 ratings)

Following God’s Plan

The Mechanic Handbook to the God of the Bible is a great book for guidance. Reading the Bible will guide you through life’s journey. The author has outlined topics from life’s journey, such as salvation, letting go of the past, God’s promises, and many more topics you will enjoy reading about, and has provided Scriptures from the Bible as references. The author also explains their journey from a young age to the time they accepted Christ and how their life is now. Getting to know God will change our lives for the better. God has a plan for all of us. Give God a chance.

CascarMay 29, 2026

Very Meaningful Story

I loved the author's viewpoint on the Big Bang Theory. The dog story on restored relationships was very meaningful to me. I also loved when the author wrote that the offer of salvation has a shelf life. In fact, if you are a pastor or Bible teacher, you will find several sayings in this book that you may want to borrow.

Ruth ShirkMay 27, 2026

One Man's Journey In Discovering God.

This a very thoughtful and informative book in which the author, Michael Borthwick, writes about his discovery og the God of the Bible and how his life changed for the better. He lives his life with no real hope, thinking things just happen, until a near-death experience changes his outlook on life. I believe many people who question God in their lives will truly benefit from this book.

Jerry W. Bush JrMay 5, 2026

We Need God In Everything We Do

This is a book that will make you think about your relationship with Jesus. "A Mechanic's Handbook To The God Of The Bible: Why God Just Makes Sense" by Michael O. Borthwick is a must read. The author has a unique way of mixing scriptures with life experiences. Some experiences brought Michael closer to Jesus and others had a different ending. The most important point of this book is having a personal relationship with Jesus.

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I love how the author, who has been a mechanic, compares the Bible to a toolbox.

There was nothing about this book I did not like. I believe this book is a good read for anyone. Even if you are not a believer, give it a chance. The way I look at it is if we as Christians are wrong it will not matter. But if we are right there is beautiful eternity, in a beautiful place called Heaven. The book has a list of scriptures to refer to, which is really nice.

I am pleased to rate this book 5 out of 5 stars. I did not find any grammatical errors, so I believe this book has been professionally edited. I am so glad to have this book to refer back to from time to time. Grab this book today, you will not regret it.

TerrylMay 5, 2026

Insightful Read Affirming God’s Way

A Mechanic’s Handbook to the God of the Bible is a great book for anyone with questions about God, our purpose, and what it means to be in relationship with God. The author uses their own life experiences, so the book is non-fiction.

The author keeps the concepts, although deep, easy to understand. It is worth the read.

The book is free of rude language, inappropriate content, and grammatical errors.

Skyler CahillApril 19, 2026

I'll call it intriguing and quite comprehensive

That this book is written by a mechanic is very intriguing, so, I appreciate the author's inclusion of his life story and what inspired him to write the book. I liked how the book elaborated on key topics in Christianity like free will, the problem of sin, God's grace, Jesus Christ, and eternal judgement. I've read many books on those topics anyway. The loving and caring style of writing made it a quick read for me.

Goodness RichApril 4, 2026

A Practical and Thoughtful Look at Faith Through a Mechanic’s Lens

The Mechanic’s Handbook to the God of the Bible: Why God Just Makes Sense by Michael O. Borthwick presents a sincere and thoughtful perspective on faith using the lens of a mechanic’s mindset. The author compares the Bible to a manual and God to the designer, which makes the message accessible and easy to follow, especially for readers who appreciate practical, real-world analogies.

In my opinion, this book is both religious and philosophical.

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It is grounded in Christian belief, consistently referring to Scripture and core doctrines such as salvation, judgment, and God’s love. At the same time, it seeks to show that belief in God is logical and reasonable, lending it a philosophical tone without becoming overly complex or academic.

One positive aspect of the book is its clarity. The author explains spiritual concepts in a way that feels straightforward and sincere. His personal experiences add depth and make the message more relatable.

One negative aspect is that some ideas may feel repetitive, and readers looking for a deeper theological or scholarly discussion may find it somewhat limited.

Overall, this is a meaningful and encouraging read for those seeking a practical understanding of faith.

F. GarciaApril 3, 2026

Great Book, great author!

Great book, full of scriptures and life examples from Mike, all directing us to the Lord. This book will encourage & bring many to the Savior.

kelly johnsonSeptember 24, 2025

Book is informative

GREAT BOOK

Cindy AndersonSeptember 15, 2025

God makes sense

It is a special blessing when a lay person can articulate God’s presence in their life. Michael Borthwick, with God’s guidance has done just that. I thank Michael for being obedient to God’s direction in writing this book. Any believer can see God’s inspiration through Michael.

Thank you Michael for your devotion and witness.

J. BeanSeptember 4, 2025

OnLine Book Club Professional Review

A Mechanic's Handbook to the God of the Bible by Michael O. Borthwick is a captivating spiritual journey that intertwines personal experiences with biblical scriptures. Through relatable anecdotes and well-supported teachings, Borthwick delves into essential Christian concepts, emphasizing the importance of eternal security and nurturing one's relationship with God.

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The book encourages self-reflection and spiritual growth, making it an excellent resource for individuals seeking to deepen their faith. With its accessible language and compelling narrative, this book earns a 5/5 rating and is highly recommended for Christians and those interested in exploring Christian theology.

Zenith OluwadareMarch 10, 2025

Clear outline of what the Bible says

Mike has done a good job of explaining the gospel in a way that is clear and easy to understand. If you are searching for what the Bible is about, Mike has layed it out very clearly in this book. Please give it a read with an open mind to what's being said.

JulieJanuary 23, 2025

A Must Read

I really enjoyed the book. The part that touches me the most is where the author analyzed the song, "Just As I am". The song doesn't not say we have to get our lives together before coming to Christ. It says we should just come as we are. So, we should not let pride of self-pity to stand on our way. The book is really a must read for individuals who wants to know more about God.

AnthonyDecember 16, 2024

What a perfect study guide for understanding the scriptures

I enjoyed reading this sincere and inspirational book. The author was very patient in explaining Bible passages, and I really appreciated the study aids at the end of the book. Most of all, it felt like I was sitting in a friend’s house, having a discussion. His book is so warm and straightforward, it’s really easy to read. It’s a great book for anyone who is beginning to read the Bible or who wants to learn.

J.CarmcMay 29, 2024

Finding the reasons why believing is God is so important

I loved this book because for a Believer or a "Don't think I'm a Believer, but I will give it a Read type-of- person, it really does the job well outlining what Believing means.

This is a clearly set out book encompassing the reasons why believing in God is so important. It really clarifies so many angles that should be looked at when trying to make a decision about what to believe.

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Author Michael Borthwick, a mechanic-type of person, the kind of guy who like the rest of us might not even consider something so supposedly unreal as whether there is a God, really does a great job telling his life story, making it very real how he came to decide about God and how it brings him to support his subtitle: “Why God just makes sense.”

He tells the story of many of his doubts he faced regarding God’s existence and even the thoughts of not thinking about God enough to have doubts in the first place. He takes the reader along his journey as he faces life as a young person going through his own life issues with dangerous behavior included. It just all feels so genuine with such a real-life approach of using biblical answers to clarify a lot of questions a person might have who is new to the possibility of their being a God of the universe.

His being mechanical-minded is a great background for this book because his approach is very thorough and from all angles as if he were working on fixing a car – analyzing what could be going on from many different angles, testing out his theories about what could possibly fix the car he is repairing and finally after test driving the car several times, he finishes with a sound reason for his theory of how to fix the car. It really is a nice approach to fix a car as well as how to approach believing in God and His Son, Jesus.

This is not a high and lofty book, but it covers so many reasons one might try to not believe in God and Jesus in such a clearly laid out fashion. In my opinion, I give this book a high rating meaning a 5 out of 5 because it is so thorough and 5 out of 5 because it is so well written and edited along with the parts about his life giving it even more strength: His interpretations concerning how he came to his beliefs taking the book out of the clouds and making it real.

It is a book to buy that one can refer back to it; maybe like a mechanical guide to fixing a car only in this book, it is a guide to focusing on your beliefs and why one should connect with God. He has all of his ideas and thoughts backed up by references to the Bible, right there for the reader to consider. Definitely, a valuable book.

LeAnn MartinApril 21, 2024

Great Book

Lives up to expectations and well priced and great to be passed on to others.

Gary FournieJanuary 29, 2024

Awesome Book

This book describes how the author relates his experience with God as it pertains to mechanics. The author tells how he came to know God thru the death of his brother. This is not preachy but does explain in easy to understand terms, how we can relate to God.

Lisa ThomasonJanuary 24, 2024

Why you need God

Book was amazing. This book is what has been missing to explain in common reason, the importance and reasons why you need Jesus in your life and take him in your heart. You make it so people can now understand the Bible and its importance. It gives the reader the reasons why they need to come to the Lord.

I got 3 copies of your book and took them to the County Jail and gave them to the Warden, and asked him to place the 3 books in the Library for the inmates.

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My hope is an inmate will read your book and find his way to the Lord. He will get a better understanding of the Bible and not be discourage trying to navigate the Bible. I have talked about your book at my church to everyone. My hope is the member's might get a copy for family or friends. I am going to try to keep a copy in my vehicle to have ready to give to people I meet who I believe need your book to come to the Lord.

Mark BowersoxDecember 9, 2023

Beautifully written story about life and finding Christ

This is an amazing book which tells the story of one man’s life and relationship with Jesus. I love that it is filled with Scripture! It is also written in such a way that believers and unbelievers can greatly benefit from it

Lisa R.September 27, 2023

Very good book

This is definitely a great read! I 100% recommend it.

K CollinsMarch 29, 2023

Beautiful story about author's personal journey to Christ

Author did an excellent job telling his personal story and testimony about his journey to Christ. Heartwarming book that brought up important questions about Jesus.

Ashley R.February 5, 2023

He explains so beautifully the Scripture verses with his own personal life experiences

It's obvious the author has a very deep and personal relationship with Jesus. He uses all the very personal peaks and valleys of his life to explain the Scripture verses so clearly that anyone can understand that the God of the Bible loves and will endure with very flawed and sinful people. This gave me great hope and knowledge that the God of the universe knows me and will forgive my sins and allow me to enter the gates of Heaven one day. I definitely recommend this book to anyone seeking the truth about God and the Bible.

John DitzelDecember 7, 2022

Secure Your Eternity

“A Mechanic’s Handbook to the God of the Bible: Why God Just Makes Sense” is Michael O. Borthwick’s account of circumstances in his life that led him to search for answers to questions that he had been asking himself for years. Even though the author believed there was a God, he came to the conclusion that he had been using the wrong route to secure his eternity. It was then that the author discovered that the only way to Heaven is through Jesus, and he became a Christian.

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I appreciate the author sharing his thoughts with the public. In my opinion, the book is best suited for new Christians or people who are on the fence about Christianity. For new Christians, it would help build and strengthen their faith and foundation. For borderline Christians, it offers much advice on how to accept Jesus into your heart.

The book appeared to be professionally edited. There seemed to be quite a bit of repetition; therefore, I rate it a 4 out of 5.

Julie Smith 24May 22, 2026

Commendable Transparency

We don't often see authors being transparent to the core. This one was transparent with the narration of his unpleasant experience in the past.

NETOMay 4, 2026

Includes personal testimony

The author shares stories from his own life to reinforce his messages

Nikki CollinsApril 7, 2026

A Must Read

A Mechanic’s Handbook To The God of the Bible: Why God Just Makes Sense is a telling of one man’s journey to understand God. Michael O. Borthwick uses scripture throughout to give his experiences a foundation. In this book he tries to convince non-believers why they should follow Jesus. For believers, he provides clarity to what they signed up for.

Some people question why God would allow bad things to happen. The author convincedly explains that God gives us free will.

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Because of this free will humans will have trials and tribulations. The author goes on to say we have to have free will because we have to choose to love God. This is the difference between believers and non-believers. Following Jesus is a choice.

The author spends quite a bit of time on sin and Hell. What it is and the consequences. The only criticism of the book is that he spends a lot of time on Hell and the scary consequences of sin. It is important to see the sin within ourselves because as he deftly explains that when we don’t see our sinfulness we might think we don’t need a Savior..

The author is an engine mechanic. He uses the analogy of the Bible to a manual for an engine. Like an engine manual the Bible explains what should be done to get maximum benefit out of life. Also, mechanics figure out how something works by its design. The author challenges the reader to ask themselves if they think this world was purposely designed? If so then there had to be a designer.

That last statement was powerful enough to pull the reader into the book. A believer will be able to follow the well written and illustrated conclusions. They will enjoy the book. As intriguing as this book is, a non-believer would have to be on a quest to get through. It is not an easy, one sitting read. The book was flawlessly edited. This is a four star out of five-stars book.

Lauren BrantonMarch 30, 2026

Simple but effective testimony

A Mechanic's Handbook To The God Of The Bible: Why God Just Makes Sense,” by Michael O. Borthwick, is a layman’s guide to finding Jesus and being saved. A simple mechanic by nature who found Jesus and found peace in salvation, Michael wrote this book to tell his story and to bring others to Christ.

In this book, we learn of many of the author’s doubts he faced regarding God’s existence and the dangerous risks he took, which led to him rethinking his life and finding Jesus.

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His mechanical background becomes the basis of this book because his approach is very thorough and from all aspects, as if he were working on fixing a car, analyzing God and Jesus from different angles, testing out his theories about religion, and ending with a sound reason for believing in God and His Son, Jesus. I truly appreciated the fresh and honest testimony and all of the biblical references and explanations.

This is a very real and genuine story, one that the author felt compelled to share. I would recommend this book for Christians looking to strengthen their resolve and learn about God from different perspectives.

MStaff25March 9, 2026

How A mechanic found Christ, a good honest story

This is the story of one man's journey of how he came to believe in our Lord Jesus. Its honest and sincere and I love that. I also like the fact that the author didn't down-play his mistakes in life as we sometimes try to do. I'm glad he found the Lord and his story is worth checking out.

marandell kingJuly 22, 2025

Good read backed up by scripture

I am a born again christian of 60 years but still found the basics of the christian faith refreshing.

This is a great book to help you understand the challenges from the non christians about our faith and provides the biblical responses to leave the challenger thinking seriously about their own need for God. It is well written and as an engineer myself I was comfortable with the logical way the book is presented.

A. J. WaltersAugust 25, 2024

Recommend

I really enjoyed this book!

I could relate to the struggles he spoke of, as he struggled with his relationship with God. He takes you through his journey and how he overcame his own personal issues, which include his struggle with sin and a motorcycle accident he had that he believed only the grace of God had saved him. He highlights God's word with actual scripture references and how each is related to growing spiritually. If your struggling with a relationship with God, I recommend this book.

MellskiOctober 20, 2023

Written with love

This book is very well edited and organized. Although I have a much different understanding of the concepts described in the book, I was able to find many positive points to appreciate.

AnntionetJanuary 24, 2023

Good Book

This book was a good read I really liked how is was more of a self disclosing. It was more a story of how he went from a non believer, to a believer that is not afraid to share his life experiences.

DeeDecember 23, 2022

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