They just kind of dismissed it. Mr. Philip, I think you spoke at a conference one week but I was unable to attend. My baby son died in my hands years ago. As I mentioned before, I have read most all of your books but have also enjoyed reading Bishop Jack Spong, Marcus Borg and Brian McLaren and would probably categorize myself as a member of the church alumni association. Im curious to know if you have ever read some of these authors, and, if so, what your thoughts are. I cant unsee a call to justice in the scriptures that I was blind to once. Saying his goal is to remain grateful, Yancey acknowledges he's "had a rich, full, and wonderful life with more pleasure and fulfillment than I ever dreamed or deserved.". You see even though I knew the physical work we were doing would not last, I was very happy doing it. Senior staff in Threshold Ministries warned me to watch my back, saying that the director was out to get me. My prayer is that the Lord fashion a way for us to meet during our ministry tour. Moreover, the team reported that the prisoners valued me very much, saying that I was always present and available to them on the ranges. Some examples. It is a powerful book with a needed message, as are your other books. Theyve been turned off by something in the church. God can and will transform our suffering. I went to a priest I knew In PEI , it was there I met some american christians who came up to me in a coffee shop where I was using the free internet. What are your thoughts on living in a way that honors the fruits of the spirit? This logic is infuriating. Thank you for visiting Korea and giving a precious message. Several different years. The Hiding Place ~ Corrie Ten Boom Religion blends easily with the Truth and Christ is eclipsed, Youve been prophetic on this issue for years, Frank. The fact that I was sexually abused as a teenager and still struggle with same-sex attraction was used as a weapon against me, even though I have honored my vows to God and the church by being celibate for 42 years. em situaes extremas, quando estamos a ponto de sair do eixo, que mais necessitamos ler e ouvir o que pessoas como Philip Yancey tm a dizer. It is a good read to see the tremendous good that was generated during that time. You'll see a clear display of his two life themessuffering and gracewhich characterize all his books. Philip. Brad agreed that Pauls belief and behavior regarding flies was very strange. Then late last year, I randomly picked up a copy of The Jesus I Never Knew since I knew the author! We live on an invaded planet, and trust that God plans restoration someday. And it is made more egregious by the staff having political connections. However the last few months have been some of my most desperate. How brave you are to seek help. At age 83, you can understand the length of my stubborn quest. May you know the God of all comfort, worthy of trust even in those things we cannot comprehend. Several years ago, I read In the Likeness of God with my dear friend, Bob Snyder M.D. To his surprise, he found his faith affirmed rather than shattered. The first author who came to my mind is you. To be honest (or TBH, Dad as my girls now say to me). And what if He doesnt judge us until we stand before him, and he asks us, Who do you say I am? Perhaps from the day we are born, He lovingly and patiently waits for us to see the light (or answer the phone). There was a time when a 76 year old man told me the doctors told him he had a 25% chance of living. C. S. Lewis would be another example. And thats ok. Next up, The Jesus I Never Knew. Thats where Im from and we moved back here. On page 119 the words discussion of parenthood helped to define my purpose more clearly and keep me focused. Rather than simply shrug my shoulders, however, I decided to study the topic in depth and that is when I came across your experiences and writings. God does not give up on you, people say. Im honored to be a fellow pilgrim with you. I insisted and started a generic treatment that I would not have to pay, but I was disappointed as the doctor himself had already alerted me. Jesus never left my side and you helped me see and understand that. I packed up my things and was excited about the years of study ahead ,as I stood on the Train platform in Saint John waiting for the train to take me to Toronto and the Church Army,./now called Threshold Ministries. Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features. Thank you. Its a sad state that the church is in today. You referred to how you have repeatedly had to field questions revolving around pain, suffering, and doubt. How to get the integrated and tempered balance once again seems to be the question of the hour, and your book again has been most helpful for us in nutting this out. I grew up in an ultra-conservative (cult) christian church. It challenged me to get better acquainted with the OT and encouraged me by showing how deeply profound the OT really is. You inspire me to keep reaching, keep searching, and keep writing. You have read my mind, answered questions, said things many Christians I know wouldnt have the courage to say, ministered to me, soothed me, moved my soul and in doing so have changed my life and enriched my walk in faith. I am in my 60s and will probably die an atheist unless someone can change my cold heart, even if it is an attempt to maneuver me to their self serving purpose. I am now trying to read Reaching for the Invisible God. Since coming to Alberta as a chaplain 29 years ago, I have on many occasions reported the verbal, sexual and physical abuse of such people around me and under my care. This is just to thank you for your conscientious and deep-seated effort to share the faith and love that will not let us go. God keep you publishing and writing and safe in the palm of His hands. what the contract says. Thank-you very much. The NIV Student Bible is specifically designed to help students understand and navigate the Bible text with tools like a . We only have 2 choices. I love reading your observations of how God is working in different parts of the world. There is so much available to describe the dysfunctional but very little aimed at how to do it right. Fifteen years after an accident almost claimed his life, the Christian author reflects on grace, forgiveness, and faith. in 1998. Hi, Im Ana Paula, Im 32 years old, Im from the Methodist Church, Im a journalist and Im currently studying Letras (Portuguese) (I do not know how to say). I will keep you in prayer Ken, but please do not give up on our Heavenly Father nor his word! Rev. My, Im putting you on a pedestal, arent I? Youre right: this world is broken, badly. I walked into a public library about 15 years ago, with about 45 minutes to burn until it was time to pick my daughter up from school. Unlike me, Paul was under contract to CSC. Before I learned about you, I sometimes wondered if there was anyone that asked the questions I asked, or saw the issues that I saw. Let me tell you, I was nine years old but I weighed less than 30 pounds. Back in 2007, I decided to put myself out there and finally answer what I believed to be Gods call on my life to be a worship pastor. I can live with that because I trust in the One who understands and knows all things. I happened to have a padded envelope that would be much be more suitable and sturdy, so I put the items into it and took it to V and C. I asked the guard in charge about how the item could be mailed out, as I did not know how. Philip Yancey Family. And, since it was a prayer, might we know if and when this prayer was answered? I came from a Jewish family and although began following the Holy Spirit then I was un-churched for my first five years. what Jesus meant when He said, I am the truth. I come from an insurance and banking backround. P.S. For whatever it is worth, I have passed this perspective on and tell you quite honestly that I have and do pray for you. God was at the side of the 343 firefighters climbing the towers on September 11, 2001? See the dismantling of Americas leadership!) the Christian in me must pray for the welfare of the city, our country and the world. I believe the assault was targeted at me because it was widely known at the time that I was one of the staff that had been interviewed by the federal correctional investigator, Ivan Zinger. Can you recommend an amplified that youd feel comfortable reading/trusting? just imagine! Wonderful story, Christina. and hope for the best? Im sure youve come up against this objection before and Id love to know your thoughts or book recommendations. When you quote Schaeffer as saying that few here questioned the assumption that persons are created in the image of God.. it is difficult to get others to see that people like Schaeffer really mean white people are created in the image of God. I found it thrilling to write about my heroes. I have to say that they have all been helpful. The priest said I was harsh and unforgiving, and lacked compassion for Christopher. I ended up covering this program for him for eight months. You and I enjoy similar authors. How fortunate we are to be able to grow through fellow pilgrims across the globe and the centuries, so like and unlike us. Elton Hewitt, I have said that quote, or something very close to it, at public speaking venues. Prisoners also confided in me that Spilsby set up fights between them on the ranges, that he was a cruel man. Barry Rose struggle with Paul before me. I have just started reading Prayer and confess to a kind of disappointment, for two reasons. Philip. Not a d**n thing. Your father left you a legacy, and you are embracing it. Whew, great question and well-expressed. I feel called to speak to those living in the borderlands of faith., To contact Philip, Nevertheless, I always had just enough and with Gods help I moved on from my depression and started volunteering at a long-term care facility, taking services and doing visits. Mark Dickson not Capt. Thank you for all youve done for the kingdom. In particular if you feel the holy spirits leading I would like to see you write about the phenomenon of Marriage and the functional Christien home. In the past three yrs Ive lost my older brother, my sister, my brother-in-law, my dog.I lost my fiancee, my kids and I have had to move three times.I was in two car accidents, the second one crushed my car and no one could believe I wasnt seriously injured or even killed.Ive gone thru devastating legal storms that have left me penniless and seemingly without a future of any kind.I lost my job and have not been able to find another, I lost my unemployment in December of 2013 and in February of 2014 I lost our home, which meant I lost my kids too because I had to move in with my mother and theres no room for my kids so they had to move in with their dad.I lost two best friends because they just turned their backs on me as I was going thru all of my legal trouble.I used to be a single mom with a good job, a college degree, a car, my bills were paid, and I had someone I thought loved me in my life. For two years she lived on the streets until finally she made her way to an orphanage. Whats so Amazing About Grace is a book that has changed my life, so thank you for writing it. My credit record is horrendous. Theodicy, argument from design, violence, suffering of the innocent, oddities of creationtheyre all set out in vivid detail. I think the reason why is that you both are unafraid to ask questions you dont have answers to. 2008, When Life Hurts: Understanding Gods Place in Your Pain 1999, When We Hurt: Prayer, Preparation, & Hope for Lifes Pain 2006, Whats So Amazing about Grace Participants Guide with DVD: A Ten Session Investigation of Grace 2012, Discovering God: A Devotional Journey Through the Bible 1993, After the Wedding: Nine Couples Tell How They Survived the Most Dangerous Years of Marriage 1976, Prayer Participants Guide, Session 2: Why Pray? It appears to me that nothing, from Elizabeth Fritzl to Stalin to the 2004 Tsunami, will force a real discussion. I didnt know their stories. Enjoyed your Grace book. 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