Anchors for the Soul: How to Trust God in the Storms of Life

by John Mark Hicks Narrated by John Mark Hicks

Overview

Anchor Your Faith in the Story of God Before-and During-the Storms.

Drawing on his own experience with losses and tragedies through the death of his young wife and, more recently, the death of his sixteen-year-old son, John Mark Hicks tells the story of God through his own experiences of suffering.

He does not explain suffering because, as he describes, that cannot be done; rather, he walks with sufferers through the valley of loss. He grounds them deeply in the story of God's love, listening, empathy, sovereignty, and victory. This path is not only for those who seek to persevere in the midst of their suffering but also for those who want to prepare for the suffering that comes to all.

In addition to helping sufferers, John Mark provides guidance for those who want to sit with people who are suffering. He offers advice to help comforters provide comfort. There are no easy answers. Our questions, in fact, are never fully answered. Despite this, however, there is a path of assurance, comfort, and trust that yields perseverance, peace, and hope.

The “anchors” are found in God, who

• loves us
• listens to us
• empathizes with us
• gives meaning to our suffering
• ultimately triumphs over all suffering

These anchors ground us in God's redemptive story.

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

"This book is the perfect resource for a reading group or church class. It combines rich Bible study with a personal narrative of living through devastating storms. John Mark Hicks is a trustworthy guide for the storms that lie ahead."

-LEONARD ALLEN, Dean of the College of Bible and Ministry, Lipscomb University

"I highly recommend Anchors for the Soul to individuals and groups who want to explore what it means to trust God despite this life's suffering and pain. John Mark's vulnerable testimony resonates and gives hope for the storms of life."

-DR. SARA BARTON, Pepperdine University Chaplain, Malibu, California

"God has used John Mark's story and the theological truths in this book to provide anchors for my soul and those leaders for whom I have had the privilege of caring. Anchors offers theology and spiritual guidance we all need."

-KRIS MILLER, Director, Institute for Christian Spirituality

"John Mark Hicks is uniquely qualified to help Christians with suffering. In this book he blesses us out of both his extensive theological expertise and his own experiences of suffering. I have been personally blessed by his writings on this subject and welcome this updated and enriched edition."

-DR. ALLEN BLACK, Dean of Harding School of Theology

"John Mark beautifully and heartbreakingly weaves personal experience with the truths of Scripture to help us wrestle with suffering, doubt, and faith. For anyone wondering how to best love and support a friend in the midst of suffering or loss, this is a must-read."

-CHRIS HALL, Lead Pastor, Reunion Christian Church

Product Details

BN ID:	2940174963450
Publisher:	HIM Publications
Publication date:	07/18/2022
Edition description:	Unabridged

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