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Manufacturer: Zondervan
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Binding: Paperback
Dewey Decimal Number: 230
EAN: 9780310238355
ISBN: 0310238358
Label: Zondervan
Manufacturer: Zondervan
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 256
Publication Date: 2000-10-01
Publisher: Zondervan
Studio: Zondervan
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A practical and deeply biblical investigation of the problem of pain and a hopeful portrait of a God who weeps with us.
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Summary: Very Thought-provoking
Comment: This book answers the difficult questions that many ask, but not many can answer. Joni is uniquely qualified to explain why there is suffering in the world. I've read it through twice, and have purchased it for others who have also benefitted greatly from her insight. I recommend this book to others often as it has been so helpful to me personally.
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Summary: humbling, encouraging, and thought provoking
Comment: Everyday life sometimes tarnishes our faith in ourselves and others as well as our joy in simple things and the whole idea of "life" in general. But then every once in a while something, somebody, or some situation comes along that jolts us out of our stupor enough so that we see clearly the beauty in our lives and give us perspective as to what REALLY matters (as opposed to all the other relatively trivial nonsense we allow to consume our everyday lives). For me, WGW provided one of these jolts. I don't see how a person could NOT be moved by Joni's story, regardless of your spiritual views. Can you imagine being paralyzed by an accident in the prime of youth? Think about it. No, THINK about it. Her story absolutely breaks your heart. And yet, it instills such hope and humility and reenergizes your faith in other people and the potential in yourself. This book precipitated a defining point in my life by playing a prominant role in causing a true spiritual awakening.
The book addresses not only Joni's personal story but also deals with one of the most difficult and hindersome questions about our existence, namely, "If an all-powerful God exists and He is so good and gracious, why does such suffering and pain exist?" Ever wonder, "Why do bad things happen to good people?" Joni helps provide some answers. Joni explores God's role in and relationship and attitude toward the tremendous suffereing humanity endures; and she does so with poise, intelligence, and compassion. She has sort of earned the "right" to speak. I don't mean to diminsh others' input at all, but when a person who can't even move (i.e. seemingly has every reason to scoff at any notion of God or His compassion or caring) tells you about all the beauty and joy in life, it has a way of putting your own "problems" into perspective. The issues raised by WGW will prompt some very uncomfortable but invaluable and necessary soul-searching.
As you can tell, I have a particular affinity for this book - and with good reason: It's a wonderful story/discussion written by a wonderful person that effectively addresses extremely difficult philosophical questions in an well-reasoned and compassionate way.
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Summary: This book saved my life.
Comment: Less than a month ago, I had a miscarriage. After the Dr's appointment when we found out the baby had died, The father drove me home, kissed me goodbye and told me he would be back after work to be with me. It is the last time I ever saw or heard from him. Within a week of that horrible day, my very best friend in the world abandoned me without explanation, ignoring my calls and emails to this day. At my very lowest, contemplating suicide, I went home to visit my parents, and picked up this book next to my mother's chair. I hate to read, but God had other plans for me that day. I could not put this book down, and thank goodness I couldn't. This book made evrything so clear to me. My whole sky opened back up. Life seemed worth living again, so that I could serve God. This book truly saved my life, and I would recommend, no, insist that anyone struggling through a hopeless situation read this. Joni is a true messenger of God and His word.
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Summary: Excellent resource
Comment: When God Weeps is one of the best books I have read that addresses the meaning of suffering. Along the way, you are challenged to consider the biggest issues in life -- the sovereignty of God, God's goodness and character, why is there suffering? I have given or referred this book to several people -- those who have lost loved ones or have a terminal illness... Written by one who has truly grappled with these issues and heard God's answer, it's not pie-in-the sky theology, but truth that has been sought out and found like a precious treasure.
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Summary: True Comfort for the Afflicted...
Comment: 'When God Weeps' mines scripture for explanations for the problem of suffering, and finds God's sovereignty (overruling control) to be the promise and the answer that makes sense of it all and provides true and lasting comfort, not wishful, pop psychology whose temporary help fades. Co-author Joni Eareckson Tada, a quadriplegic after an accident has "been there" when it comes to the seeking of healing and understanding, and writes in an empathetic, anecdotal style interspersed with scripture in a way that's natural, not pedantic. The appendices list verses that proclaim God's sovereign control over trials, and helpfully categorizes them by type of suffering. The scriptural case presented in this book is so solid, that one is left firmly convinced that there is meaning to be found in the hard times, that God is present, that good will prevail.
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