If you're looking for a relaxing pastime to stir your heart and mind toward spiritual things, nothing can do this more effectively than a good Christian novel. Christian novels have come a long way in the last decade, and you'll find that many are just as intriguing as any other type of novel.

Many Christian novelists today bring spiritual or moral issues to life using what are typically considered to be secular themes... blending suspense, humor and even romance with the spiritual aspects of life. Thought-provoking stories captivate the minds of readers as they indulge in page after page of entertaining novels.

One Christian novel that has intrigued Christian and non-Christian readers alike is "How I Got Lucky and Bumped into God: A Novel of Meeting the Divine." This novel reveals the unusual spiritual journey of its main character, Tony, who seeks out a lonely old man who believes himself to be God. Tony's goal is to try to cure the old man of his delusion, but he doesn't realize what timeless mysteries are about to unravel during this "good will" endeavor. This book, written by author Christopher Regan and inspired by actual events, provides a glimpse into the spiritual realm while offering all the ingredients of a great novel.

And just like this novel, there are hundreds of other great Christian books just waiting for readers to delve into their imaginative pages. Some of the benefits of reading Christian novels is you can rest assured most of the books will treat all themes - even sexual themes - with thoughtfulness that infuses meaning into the plot. Although some Christian novels are for mature audiences only, Christian authors seem to have a talent for describing these moments tastefully without offending the reader. Relationships are often depicted from a Christian point of view so the reader can relate to real life situations and themes that are biblically-based.

Romance, adventure and even mystery can all be wrapped nicely in a Christian novel, and you'll come away feeling revived in your soul. Spiritually-themed novels can help you escape from the cares of the day while strengthening your mind and spirit for the tasks ahead. You can sit back and relax while simultaneously experiencing a spiritual uplifting for the day! What more can you ask?

If you have children, encourage them to read age-appropriate Christian novels at a young age. Let them know that these books can be just as exciting and interesting as a secular book, without all the bad stuff that might warp their minds. You can trust many Christian books to entertain your children. This is one feature many Christian and non-Christian parents love about Christian novels.

The next time you feel bored or lonely, pick up a good Christian novel online or at your local bookstore. Before long, you'll be swept away with adventure and spiritual enjoyment!