“Where is God?” is noted psychologist and best-selling author Dr. John Townsend’s most recent book.
“Where is God?” was published in 2009 by Thomas Nelson, Inc. In “Where is God?” Dr. Townsend details the myriad hardships that we face in life, such as financial, health, and emotional problems. With clarity and compassion, Dr. Townsend shows that God is with us and is on our side, no matter what.
Of “Where is God?”, Publishers Weekly said: “Theodicy – why God allows suffering and evil – is one of the thorniest problems Christians and other theists face. Psychologist Townsend, co-author of the bestselling book “Boundaries,” has eschewed an academic perspective and written a commonsense volume, specifically for those suffering hard times and asking about God’s purposes, sovereignty and even goodness. Supporting his ideas with personal anecdotes and multiple biblical citations, the author argues that suffering and destruction are a result of our freedom to choose God’s ways or our own ways. God’s intentions for humankind are good; God is present in all circumstances; God is compassionate; and God wants us to seek help from each other, asserts the author. Most of all, God (and the author) offer the suffering hope, founded in God’s promises for this life, Christian community and the life to come. While there is little that isn’t out of the evangelical playbook, Townsend brings refreshing honesty and distaste for conventional pabulum to the subject.”
Amazon.com said, “Hard times make us look for God. Everyone has problems. But if we could solve all our difficulties ourselves, would we ever search for God? Psychologist John Townsend says “It is actually the very unfixability of our problems and our powerlessness to bring right results that keep us asking, ‘Where is God?'” With a compelling narrative, Townsend offers new insights into the pursuit for God’s help and presence. Designed to give readers hope and meaning, he divides the discussion into three parts:
1. Why does a loving God allow us to experience difficulties?
2. How is God active in the middle of our hard times?
3. How can I find God?
With powerful stories and practical applications, “Where Is God?” assures readers that even when it feels as though God is absent it is his nature to be in relationship, to connect with, love, and guide us. And when we seek him with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength, he shows up in ways that transform us forever.”
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