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Damaged But Not Broken; A Personal Testimony of How to Deal with the Impact of Cancer
Damaged But Not Broken A Personal Testimony of How to Deal with the Impact of Cancer Author:Larry Burkett, Michael E. Taylor It began as a nagging golf injury. Then, doctors discovered two malignant tumors. Within two weeks, he underwent surgeries to remove his right kidney and his left shoulder blade. — Cancer. The word strikes fear in the bravest of hearts. The diagnosis is dreaded, the prognosis often bleak, the treatments painful and debilitating. Only a few haven'... more »t been affected by the ravages of cancer, be it their own, a relative's, or a close friend's. The diagnosis is followed by shock, fear, sometimes denial, and always questions: Why me? Is my faith too small? Am I not right with God? Is He listening to my pleas?
Renowned financial advisor Larry Burkett sets aside his usual field of expertise to share his fearful cancer experience. Often people give advice that harms instead of heals. This book, written by someone you already trust and respect, answers questions and provides practical advice for patients and family members in search of comfort.
Larry talks candidly about how his faith in Christ prepared him to face the prospect of death; how to cushion the shock of difficult medical news; how to help others diagnosed with cancer; how serious illnesses affect friends and families; how you can find peace in the midst of suffering; why he chose alternative cancer therapy treatment; and how the prayers of God's people strengthened him.
Larry's testimony is clear: God is sovereign, God is righteous in all His ways; and God is faithful.« less
How faith in Christ prepares us for the news of illness and how to help others with the diagnosis of Cancer. How serious illness affects family and friends.