My next book, Somethingism, is coming out in April 2025. Here's the publisher summary:
'Most of us have a sense that there may be more out there than only what we can see or touch—not necessarily a God but something. You could call this intuition "somethingism".
This book offers you the opportunity to begin to explore your own sense of more. Imaginative and thoughtful chapters reflect on our experiences, considering the possibility that our sense of something out there correlates to a someone who not only exists but can be encountered and known in the person of Jesus.
You can read this book by yourself, with a friend or over four sessions in a group. There are questions to fuel reflection and discussion.'
What readers are saying:
'No doubt all of us at times have an inkling that beyond the material and mundane features of life, perhaps even infused within them, lies something else. For those who are pilgrims on the search for meaning, or who are stumbling after God, Somethingism offers an earthy apologetic for taking a second look at the Christian story. Creatively written, and insightfully journeying through the realms of reason, intuition, and desire, Somethingism is a must read for those trying to make sense of life’s deepest questions.'
Dan Paterson, founder and speaker, Questioning Christianity.
'Luke Cawley's book—one that needed to be written—points to the reality of a metaphysically-haunted universe, and he invites us to explore what that is all about. Human beings commonly report about signs and indicators and their intuitions of an inescapable Something that is "out there," and Cawley reminds us that this Something... is not far from each one of us.'
Paul Copan, Pledger Family Chair of Philosophy and Ethics, Palm Beach Atlantic University (Florida), and author of 'Loving Wisdom: A Guide to Philosophy and Christian Faith'.
'Have you ever shared a journey with someone and found the conversation unexpectedly ‘clicks’ leading you into a deep and satisfying discussion about life, the universe, and everything? If you'd like to experience that again, step into this gentle and beautifully crafted book. Enjoy the stories, dwell on the quotes, reflect on the questions, and see where they take you. You won’t be disappointed.'
Tim Adams, General Secretary, International Fellowship of Evangelical Students (IFES).
'Curious and refreshingly personal, in this book Luke takes us on a journey from our rumbling sense that there might be something more, towards the captivating possibility of a 'Someone' interested in knowing us.'
Becca Nunes, Arts Network coordinator, UCCF: The Christian Unions.
'Raw. Honest. Real. With unflinching authenticity, Luke Cawley guides readers through his own journey from 'something' to 'some One,' simultaneously inviting [them to their own] exploration of God.'
Jeff Hoffmeyer, Fuller Theological Seminary.
'It’s so refreshing to read something by someone who obviously enjoys reading. This is clear throughout Luke’s book - because in order to write well you need to read well, and he certainly writes well. The case being made is solid and clever, non-threatening and intriguing, but I particularly enjoyed rolling and ticking along on the back of the linguistic dexterity. This is a writer who knows his reader, knows himself, and knows his metier. Lovely stuff, I’d say.'
Andy Kind, comedian, and author of 'Hidden in Plain Sight'.i