Chronic pain interferes with hopes, dreams, plans and goals - and is often frustrating in the life of the sufferer. The title of this book is based on the scripture,
"Beloved, do not think it strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened to you; but rejoice to the extent that you partake of Christ's sufferings, that when His glory is revealed, you may also be glad with exceeding joy." 1 Peter 4:12 - 13 Physical infirmity is only one type of pain. Long time struggles with depression and anxiety issues also overwhelm, and seek to ravage one's Christian life. Let's learn how to transform the cycles of conflict that wear on our witness for Christ. Claudette knows this all too well.
She's had eleven spinal operations and still deals with pain day in and day out. Read about her testimony in Think It Not Strange, and find inspiration and comfort - as well as being challenged towards making peace with the pain you or your loved ones suffer with.
Reviews
"Finally, the answer to 'Why me God?' After suffering with degenerative bone disease for over 15 years, wondering why God has taken so long to heal me, asking the eternal questions, 'If He really loves me... I pray, read my Bible, try to keep my faith..WHY does God let me suffeer so?' This book took me through the Bible and answered the questions with true compassion and understanding that can only come from having 'been there' This Book reminds the reader that a God of love allows us to be tested, but not beyond what we are able to endure, to accomplish a greater good in our lives. I highly recommend this book to anyone who is either enduring suffering themselves or know someone who is. I came away with a richer understanding of my faith and the God who loves me." -Duke Gallardo
"I was not disappointed! The book delivered what I would have hoped it would -- the lessons learned in the midst of the Refiner's fire that can offer hope to anyone in any kind of trouble. Sound Scripture application throughout, delivered with compassion, yet conviction that God's truth is more true than anything we 'experience.' In Biblical counseling I like to have resources I can recommend to others to study, meditate upon, and apply on their own in the midst of their suffering -- this book is high on my list." -Jeanie Matranga, Pastor's wife; Biblical counselor
Claudette Palatsky
Paperback, Xulon Press, 116 pages
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