Dawn reviewed Where is God?: Finding His Presence, Purpose, and Power in Difficult Times on + 7 more book reviews
Everyone has pain or difficulty at some point in his or her life, and many ask the question, âWhere is God?â during those times of trial. Dr. John Townsend, a Christian and clinical psychologist, attempts to answer that question by showing us why God allows difficulty, how God is active in our lives, and where those who seek God can find him.
Dr. Townsend came across in a very gentle way to those seeking the answers to those questions by offering stories of comfort and encouragement, and letting readers know they were not alone in their feelings. After reading this book, I only found myself disappointed in one critical aspect. While there are many scriptures referenced, they are included in the text in a conversational way. Due to the subject matter of the book, I expected the text to expound more on the scriptures themselves. Overall, I feel this book would make a great starting point to those who have lost their way during difficulty and need direction to get back on the right track to having a closer relationship with God. As I was reading, I felt it gave the same direction I would hope to receive from a trusted Christian friend, and for that I would recommend this book to others.
Dr. Townsend came across in a very gentle way to those seeking the answers to those questions by offering stories of comfort and encouragement, and letting readers know they were not alone in their feelings. After reading this book, I only found myself disappointed in one critical aspect. While there are many scriptures referenced, they are included in the text in a conversational way. Due to the subject matter of the book, I expected the text to expound more on the scriptures themselves. Overall, I feel this book would make a great starting point to those who have lost their way during difficulty and need direction to get back on the right track to having a closer relationship with God. As I was reading, I felt it gave the same direction I would hope to receive from a trusted Christian friend, and for that I would recommend this book to others.
Lori C. (dollycas) reviewed Where is God?: Finding His Presence, Purpose, and Power in Difficult Times on + 769 more book reviews
I received this book in the mail the day after the earthquake hit Haiti. Watching the destruction, the desperation, the injured, the dead, and the hopelessness, I'm sure I was only one of millions asking âWhere is God?â
In 2001 I was severely injured in an automobile accident and I found myself and my family asking âWhere is God?â I survived but remain partially paralyzed and while I was not happy, after many days I came to know that God saved me for a reason, I renewed my faith and knew that âGod is Goodâ and He has control of my path. The members of my church called me their âmiracle.â I could feel the strength I received from all their prayers. It was a miracle, I should have died, I wasn't wearing a seat belt, and when others thought I couldn't hear, I heard doctors and nurses discussing my care and estimating my slim chance of survival, let alone walking again. Today my faith is strong, my brain intact, and my body doing the best it can under the circumstances.
This book was the perfect book for me because it validated a lot of my thoughts. It is a very timely book because it deals with all the things everyone is being touched by in their own lives or by someone close to them. Financial struggles, medical tragedies, personal turmoil, all things brought on by the world today around us.
Dr. John Townsend uses personal anecdotes, real life stories, and scripture to assure us that God is right beside us as long as we are open to Him. His unique insight gives us hope and truth that we can build our lives upon. I was pleased to read the chapters were he acknowledges that there will be âHard Timesâ and âdoubtâ and that âGod suffers with us.â If you are struggling with any challenge and think God has forgotten or forsaken you, this book is a must read. It is also a great read to reaffirm your faith.
As I finished this book I was again watching scenes from Haiti and could actually see God working, in the hands of the hundreds of volunteers there helping the injured and desperate, in the eyes of the Haitian people as they felt hope seeing all the people and supplies that are arriving to help them, and also in their tears and they mourned the loss of loved ones. Where is God? Inside every one of us. Thank you Dr. John Townsend. Your book is a wonderful gift.
This book was provided to me free of charge by Thomas Nelson Publishers for my honest review. Opinions are mine and mine alone. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255 http://www.access.gpo.gov/nara/cfr/waisidx_03/16cfr255_03.html âGuides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.â
In 2001 I was severely injured in an automobile accident and I found myself and my family asking âWhere is God?â I survived but remain partially paralyzed and while I was not happy, after many days I came to know that God saved me for a reason, I renewed my faith and knew that âGod is Goodâ and He has control of my path. The members of my church called me their âmiracle.â I could feel the strength I received from all their prayers. It was a miracle, I should have died, I wasn't wearing a seat belt, and when others thought I couldn't hear, I heard doctors and nurses discussing my care and estimating my slim chance of survival, let alone walking again. Today my faith is strong, my brain intact, and my body doing the best it can under the circumstances.
This book was the perfect book for me because it validated a lot of my thoughts. It is a very timely book because it deals with all the things everyone is being touched by in their own lives or by someone close to them. Financial struggles, medical tragedies, personal turmoil, all things brought on by the world today around us.
Dr. John Townsend uses personal anecdotes, real life stories, and scripture to assure us that God is right beside us as long as we are open to Him. His unique insight gives us hope and truth that we can build our lives upon. I was pleased to read the chapters were he acknowledges that there will be âHard Timesâ and âdoubtâ and that âGod suffers with us.â If you are struggling with any challenge and think God has forgotten or forsaken you, this book is a must read. It is also a great read to reaffirm your faith.
As I finished this book I was again watching scenes from Haiti and could actually see God working, in the hands of the hundreds of volunteers there helping the injured and desperate, in the eyes of the Haitian people as they felt hope seeing all the people and supplies that are arriving to help them, and also in their tears and they mourned the loss of loved ones. Where is God? Inside every one of us. Thank you Dr. John Townsend. Your book is a wonderful gift.
This book was provided to me free of charge by Thomas Nelson Publishers for my honest review. Opinions are mine and mine alone. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255 http://www.access.gpo.gov/nara/cfr/waisidx_03/16cfr255_03.html âGuides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.â
