Chapter IX: Why do our “trough periods” make us so vulnerable (Lewis, 43)? Is this applicable to you?
It makes us vulnerable because when we go through low phases in life it becomes much easier to give in to the temptations of the world. This is applicable to me especially when I am upset or annoyed. Chapter IX: What does beautiful truth about pleasure does Screwtape share? Make a list of pleasures.
He shared that God created pleasure, and He is the only one who can. Some pleasures are having fun with friends, good food, reading an interesting book, and watching movies.
Chapter X: What are your thoughts regarding “parallel lives” (Lewis, 51)? What does this mean to you?
I think “parallel lives” is like hypocrisy. To me, when someone lives “parallel lives” they act completely different when in the company of various people. They could accept one thing with one group of people but completely reject it when with another.
Chapter XII: What is the “safest road to Hell” (Lewis, 61)? Do you agree or disagree?
According to Lewis, the “safest road to Hell” is the gradual one, without any sudden turns or warnings. I would disagree with this because if one were on the road to Hell, the easiest and safest way would be obvious and expected.
Chapter XII: What is the role of “nothing” (Lewis, 60) and “small sins” (Lewis, 60)? What does that mean for you?
“Nothing” and “small sins” can lead someone further away from God. To me, this means that even the smallest sins are capable of getting in the way of my relationship with God.
Lewis, Clive S. The Screwtape Letters. New York: HarperCollins, 1996. Print.
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