Donkeys Are Not the Problem

by Kemas Lift

From the time of creation, donkeys have been close to man serving him in various ways such as in plowing, beast of burden, travel, etc. It’s an animal with several admirable characteristics like calmness, friendliness, royalty, as well, it interacts freely and protects other animals. But overtime, our choices and actions as humans have caused a displacement to the point that other animals that were far behind like the cats and dogs and even the serpent which forced its way through, now occupy a center stage in our lives. No wonder things have turned upside down and troubles raining cats and dogs in almost every facet of our lives. In this book, you will be learning the allegory of the donkey revealing 1. Every of our God-given assignment has a donkey attached to it to enable its fulfillment. 2.) Donkeys are ready to help, but man is not always ready – when this happens, misuse and abuse are inevitable. 3.) Sometimes, we end up chasing after donkeys abandoning the assignment – you’ll learn from Justice Jair. 4.) You will find in this book the ideal donkey rider

107 pages, Hardcover

Published September 27, 2024

Reviews

[Sarah Hassler · Rating 3 out of 5]

Dr. Kemas Lift’s “Donkeys Are Not the Problem—Who Are the Riders?” is a fascinating deep dive into the symbolic role of donkeys in biblical narratives, but it’s really about something much bigger—how we recognize and use the opportunities and resources that God provides. It’s a relatively short read, but very dense, packed with scripture references and theological analysis.

The book’s central idea is that God assigns each person a “donkey”—a vehicle to help fulfill their purpose—but too often, people either ignore it, misuse it, or don’t recognize its value. Lift explores this theme through biblical figures like Balaam, whose donkey saw an angel before he did, and Justice Jair, who got sidetracked from his true calling. These stories are more than just retellings; they’re used to illustrate deeper spiritual lessons about obedience, perception, and destiny.

Lift’s writing is engaging, though at times it can be a bit heavy on theological terminology and scripture citations. If you’re well-versed in the Bible, you’ll appreciate the depth, but casual readers may find some sections require extra focus and background knowledge. That said, the book’s core message is both insightful and practical: the problem isn’t the resources we’ve been given—it’s whether we’re willing to use them as intended.

Overall, this is a thought-provoking read for anyone interested in biblical allegory, personal growth, or faith-based purpose. I rate it a 3 out of 5 because although it is very educational, it can be difficult to process at times, and it will not be for everyone, especially if you have no prior knowledge of scripture and Biblical teachings. It is meticulously edited, and I found no grammatical errors in the book. While it’s not light reading, if you’re up for some deep Biblical reflection, “Donkeys Are Not the Problem—Who Are the Riders?” has plenty to offer.

I was gifted a free copy of this book in exchange for my review.