This book discusses the unpredictable nature of life, emphasizing the importance of finding hope and courage in God's unchanging love and mercy. If you’re going through a tough time dealing with grief, pain, heartache, or broken relationships, this book is like having a heartfelt conversation with a close friend who gets what you’re going through. You’ll find comfort in knowing that you’re not alone in your struggles. This book offers practical insights and real-life stories that can help you navigate through the toughest of times. It’s like having a roadmap to guide you through the stormy seas of life.
There are many books on theodicy, or the question: if God is good, why does He allow evil. This book seeks to answer that question but also why devastating things happen in our life when we are faithfully trying to follow Christ. The writing is conversational and is filled with stories that drive the points home.
There are a few chapters in the book that focus on the sometimes overlooked book of Habakkuk. While Job is used many times to answer why God allows good people to suffer, this book instead focuses on the prophet Habakkuk and how he questioned God in the midst of being asked to minister to the children of Israel through trying times.
“What if everything I’ve always believed isn’t true? What if God doesn’t exist? If He exists, does He play a role in our lives—in mine? Is He genuinely concerned?”
“I called myself a Christian, yet nothing in my life resembled Christ. Additionally, I was unsure about my true beliefs regarding God in private.”
“Are you prepared to wrestle with God with your many fears and doubts? And perhaps more importantly, are you open to hearing God’s response?”
“Habakkuk reminds us that even powerful prophets who hear directly from God struggle with the questions of life.”