| Trusting God: Even When Life Hurts |  | Author: Jerry Bridges
Publisher: NavPress Publishing Group
Category: eBooks
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Rating:  52 reviews
Sales Rank: 56,573
Format: Kindle Book
Media: Kindle Edition
Pages: 215
Number Of Items: 1
Dewey Decimal Number: 248
Publication Date: May 31, 1988
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WHY IS IT EASIER TO OBEY GOD THAN TO TRUST HIM? Because obeying God makes sense to us. In most cases, His laws appear reasonable and wise, and even when we don't want to obey them, we usually concede that they are good for us. But the circumstances we find ourselves in often defy explanation. When unexpected situations arise that appear unjust, irrational, or even dreadful, we feel confused and frustrated. And before long we begin to doubt God's concern for us or His control over our lives. Adversity is hard to endure, and can even be harder to understand. If God were really in control, why would He allow the tragic auto accident or crucial job loss? How could He permit cancer in a loved one or the death of a child? Grappling with His concern for us we ask, "Why is God allowing this?" or "What have I done wrong?" In an effort to strengthen his own trust in God during a time of adversity, Jerry Bridges began a lengthy Bible study on the topic of God's sovereignty. What he learned changed his life, and he now shares the fruit of that study with you in Trusting God. As you begin to explore the scope of God's power over nations, nature, and the detailed lives of individuals, you'll begin to acknowledge His loving control. And as you come to know Him better, you'll find yourself trusting Him more completely. Even when life hurts.
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Highly Recommended!! August 17, 2010
standing for the truth (ohio)
I just finished reading Jerry Bridges book titled "Trusting God" and it occurred to me that we are lacking literature that deals with this most important subject matter. With tens of thousands of books published every year, why are there not more on trusting God? After all, isn't that what the Christian life is all about? Instead, Christian publishers give us book after book dealing with "self-help" matters which only serve to keep our focus on the "self" and away from God. I guess you might call this a self-help book, but not of the same variety we have come to expect and that fill our bookstores. Bridges gives us self-help by way of self-surrender to God.
For those of you who have read any of Jerry Bridges work in the past, you will not find many surprises. "Trusting God" is easy to read, loaded with scripture, and it will make you think. A huge theme in this book is the sovereignty of God. Bridges reminds us that every Christian must have a robust understanding of the sovereignty of God. He cites numerous Scriptures to show us the sovereignty of God in literally everything. This is helpful because when we finally come to the point where we see that God is in control and that He can manage the affairs of our lives much better than we can, we are on the right path to trusting God. Along with that, Bridges affirms that we must understand that God is good, and is always working for our good and to glorify His name. If only more Christians truly understood this, it would help them through the ups and downs of life that everyone faces.
I would highly recommend this book to you, especially if you struggle to believe in the sovereignty of God.
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from NavPress Publishers as part of their Blogger Review Program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commision's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.
I really loved this book! August 10, 2010
valerie
Have you ever noticed that it is easier to obey God than it is to trust him? When bad things happen in our lives, it is sometimes hard to understand where God is. I really enjoyed reading Trusting God Even When Life Hurts. It explained how God is in control, even when our lives seem out of control. It also makes very logical points that are very easy to understand. Some times during adversity it is hard to believe that God is in control. It is easy for us to say that we trust God when things are going well, but when things start to go bad we tend to stop trusting him. Why is that? Well when things are going well, we assume that God knows what he is doing and will take care of us. When things start to get bad, we start to questions God and wonder if he is really allowing this bad stuff to happen to us.
Trusting God Even When Life Hurts is a well written book that cover a lot of areas that have to do with trusting God. I am really glad I read this book. I would definitely recommend it. I have really learned a lot from it. This is a great book for anyone to read, especially if you are going through a tough time.
Trusting God, by Jerry Bridges August 9, 2010
E. Bailey
Trusting God, by Jerry Bridges is one of the best books written on viewing our circumstances from a biblical perspective that I have yet read. Full of Scripture and of theologically sound truths, Mr. Bridges fleshes out his theme of trusting in our sovereign, wise, and loving God and applies it to all aspects of our life, although his directive is primarily that of adversity.
Initially, I found it interesting that he chose to include self-acceptance as a key part of seeing God's sovereignty amidst trials, but he is absolutely correct! Indeed, that is one particularity about Trusting God that stood out to me: this book is so much more than simply a thesis on basic (or even lofty) Christian beliefs, it is a handbook guiding you towards practical Christian thought and worldview.
The subtitle, Even When Life Hurts, is a reminder to us that Christians ought to expect hardships in life just as a nonbeliever. The difference being that we have the grace of our Lord to gain strength and hope from during those times. This book will strengthen your trust in the Lord as you learn in a deeper way that He is fully in control over every aspect of our lives and is truly worthy of our praise. Excellent!
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from NavPress Publishers as part of their Blogger Review Program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commision's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."
Lie shattering, awesome book! August 7, 2010
Buck
It would seem odd that a book called "Trusting God: Even when Life Hurts" would fall into my lap. The funny thing is I actually own this book. When I first got married, a family friend gave it to me and over the years I have tried to read it all the way through and never did. I would read the first chapter and have to stop and think about the truths. They weren't "God loves you" kind of truths. They were "God is holding up the chair you are sitting in and if it breaks, God ordained that." kind of truths. And to be honest, I could not swallow what I read.
I got this book through NavPress unknowingly that it was the same book. The cover has changed and there have been a few minor additions, but overall the book is still heavy reading for someone who has never thought about every detail being ordained by God. Even though this book is not light reading, its so good. It is hands down, my favorite book. Why? Because it gets to the point of what all of this is for. It shows me-- taking scripture references and walking me through each aspect of how God is and who He is and what that means for me--life changing concepts that I had to actually think through and be aware or realize if I was thinking wrong thoughts or right ones. This book talks about natural disasters, acts of God, and events that shake our world. But the thing I loved about this book is it talks about God in relation to my life. No aspect of my life is overlooked. God uses it all. And it isn't just some theological position. All of what Bridges says is backed up by biblical truths. He doesn't minimize the pain of life, but he doesn't sugar coat it either. He uses God's word to show the reader exactly what God says about experiences and shows us that despite our emotional state, what the truth is.
Bridges doesn't stop there though. He tells us what our response should be to such a wonderful, amazing, detail oriented, goal oriented God. Thankfulness, praise, repentance, and submission. There was a reason I didn't read this book until now. God even ordained that. It was because I needed it right now in my life at this very moment to see God's goodness and faithfulness in my life and to realize His overflowing love and compassion for me. I highly recommend this book to anyone -- those who are just growing in their faith as well as those who think they have it all together. It's a great book to those who have never heard these truths before, but also a great reminder to us who have that God reigns on His throne and you can trust Him--even when life hurts.
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from NavPress Publishers as part of their Blogger Review Program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commision's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."
 Theologically dangerous and more troubling than comforting August 4, 2010
Melissa A. Cooper (North Carolina)
I didn't anticipate finding this book, Trusting God: Even When Life Hurts by Jerry Bridges to be my favorite, but I am even more concerned with its message than I thought I would be.
This book was not intended for me to be the audience. I understand that. So my review may be a little unfair and a lot biased.
The theology in this book is almost diametrically opposed to my own. The basic premise here is that God is always in control, even when bad things happen.
That much I can agree with. God wants the best possible life for people, and when bad things happen, God can bring amazing things into someone's life as a result.
However, this author wants to emphasize not that God will bring good out of tough times -- God causes tough times.
God caused that kid to say mean things to you when you were 8.
God caused your car to break down in the middle of nowhere on an abandoned road.
God caused that drunk driver to kill your son.
Why can God still be good? Because we don't have to understand everything God is doing. God is bringing God's self glory through all things, even if we can't see it.
I can't handle that idea. I can't handle a God that would plan and execute the Holocaust. I can't believe in that God, and I don't believe the Bible shows us that kind of God. Jesus certainly doesn't.
Some would say a God that allows bad things to happen is just as problematic. Well, I'll take that problem over the idea that God would cause pain for his people.
This book might bring some people solace in times of trouble, but I find it troubling and theologically dangerous.
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from NavPress Publishers as part of their Blogger Review Program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commision's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.
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