Disappointment with God

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Summary: Great for dealing with those hard questions we all have.
Review: This book goes step by step into the doubt that we all feel at one time or another with our faith. Philip Yancey explains from a personal point of veiw, as he too has experienced what too many people go through. But unlike other sourses which skim over these questions, he argues the points himself and in doing so logically finds explanations. This book ties in with the book of Job, so if you ever need to understand that book, read this. I recommend it to believers and non-Christians.

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Summary: Must read when trying to understand the WHY's of suffering.
Review: This book put a new light on the questions of why Christian suffer, and especially when they are diligently seeking God. It can be humbling, it focuses on the big picture of man's relationship with his creator. It also opens the door to a closer relationship to God because you better understand What God wants from us.

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Summary: Not much comfort when you consider the big picture
Review: I am sure this book have given comfort to a lot of Christians. That being said, I am beginning to think that Christians live in a world that exists outside of reality. It is offensive to me to read accounts of believers who shake their fist at their God and shout, "Why me!". As if the suffering of others is of lesser importance. It seems to me that it is a much more humble perspective for us to conclude that we do not have the answers to the ultimate questions of life- including the problem of evil; pain and suffering. If we spent less time arguing about whose religion has the "only" answers to these questions we would probably have more time to help those who are suffering. This book was recommended to me a year ago during a time of intense suffering. I found it to be a sincere effort by the author to bring comfort to a broken humanity. However, I believe his conclusions are based entirely on speculation. Finally, the doctrine of eternal suffering for all non-Christians, if true, is the greatest disappointment of all.

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Summary: This book is exquisite.
Review: This book touches the heart and looks at questions often asked but rarely voiced. Mr. Yancey is an aritsan, a thoughtful Christian, and a man who knows God's Word. I highly recommend this book.

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Summary: Great Place To Start!
Review: This book is not just for those who have been disappointed with God, it is also for those who have been taught the discipline of God and not the love of God. Yancey gives a terrific summary of the Bible for the novice or for those who were only taught rigid theological concepts and not practical application of faith. If you have been disappointed with the way Christianity has been presented to you or if you are disillusioned with your present relationship with God and feel that there is something more, this book is a great place to start. The author speaks to you from experience as he himself has endured a struggle with his spirituality. Thanks for tackling some of our tough questions Philip!

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Summary: Easy, informative for the average reader.
Review: Fits better with the traditional christian view of God as all powerful creator. Brings together thoughts from diverse sources in a storytelling and dialogue style. Contains insights. Early chapters too elementary and folksy for my preferences. Gets better and digs deeper in later chapters. Would like to know more about the bare bones structure of his premise in the early parts and then see the flesh, shape and form added as the chapters progress.

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Summary: Yancy hits the nail on the head!
Review: Philip Yancy gives hope to faithful Christians that sometimes wonder "Is God Fair?" "Is He Hidden?" "Is He Silent?" With remarkable clarity, he brings light to the "tough" questions that people usually avoid. In my opinion, this is a must read for every Christian.

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Summary: Wonderful reading.
Review: This book is very enlighting for the new Christian and well as the studied Christian. It gave an old story a new light. It put the book of Job in perspective with the trials of this day. I recommend this book to Pastors and laymen of all churches.

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Summary: Is it ok to be "Disappointed with God?"
Review: Very rarely does a book come along that addresses such controversial and important questions as: Is God Fair? Is God Hidden? Is God Silent? Christians today often view such topics as blasphemous and inappropriate; as a sign of weak faith. Yet Phillip Yancey boldly asks and answers these in his book Disappointment with God, and does so with a reverence, respect, and love for God that rings true throughout. Step by step Yancey illustrates where disappointment comes from and more importantly how to address it. Written in clear, direct language Disappointment with God is a "must-read" for any believer who finds themselves questioning the "goodness" and "fairness" of God. While other books have inspiried my faith to new levels, this book may have just saved it.

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Summary: Honest and insightful
Review: No book is going to deal with the problem of pain more eloquently than the book of Job. Yancey's book, however, complements Job nicely. People find Yancey's writings helpful because he is candid, articulate, well read, and as much as anything, practical, preferring to tackle our real disappointments and doubts rather than glossing them over with a coat of theological chutzpah. Like many titles, this book grew out of Yancey's real life encounters, in this case a graduate student who showed up in his Chicago apartment one day in a simmering rage against God. Yancey's book explores and suggests explanations to help us find our way in life, even when we don't understand. Strongly recommended.