Philip Yancey is known for his profound exploration of faith and the human experience, often delving into the complex questions others might avoid. His writing is characterized by its unflinching honesty and willingness to confront doubt and disappointment, offering a path toward hope and deeper understanding. Yancey's essays immerse readers in the core of spiritual life, examining how faith endures amidst life's challenges. His style is both accessible and thought-provoking, inviting readers to reflect on their own faith journeys.
An internationally renowned surgeon and an award-winning writer of faith take readers on a tour of wonder through the human body - from the micro-view of cells to the macro-view of our connectedness as people made in God's image.
Exploring the complex dynamics of family and the seductive nature of extremist beliefs, this memoir chronicles the author's transformative journey from a rigid fundamentalist background to a life defined by compassion and grace. Through personal reflections, it offers a poignant narrative that resonates with themes of identity and redemption, drawing parallels to notable works like Hillbilly Elegy.
A WORLD WITHOUT PAIN? Can such a place exist? It not only can---it does. But it's no utopia. It's a colony for leprosy patients: a world where people literally feel no pain, and reap horrifying consequences. His work with leprosy patients in India and the United States convinced Dr. Paul Brand that pain truly is one of God's great gifts to us. In this inspiring story of his fifty-year career as a healer, Dr. Brand probes the mystery of pain and reveals its importance. As an indicator that lets us know something is wrong, pain has a value that becomes clearest in its absence. The Gift of Pain looks at what pain is and why we need it. Together, the renowned surgeon and award-winning writer Philip Yancey shed fresh light on a gift that none of us want and none of us can do without.
In this special collection of original essays, Wangerin's fellow writers in the Chrysostom Society turn their gifts upon his lifetime of work to draw out that which has drawn so many in. Featuring essays from Eugene Peterson, Luci Shaw, Philip Yancey, and others, these essays explore the breadth and depth of a writer who has wandered through a passage and has returned with news of a far country.
An exploration of the human body - a remarkable world of cells, systems, and chemistry that bears the impress of a still deeper, unseen reality.
Exploring the multifaceted nature of Jesus Christ, this study guide invites readers to delve deeper into his teachings, miracles, and significance. Philip Yancey encourages a fresh perspective, challenging traditional views to reveal a Jesus who is dynamic and relatable. Each chapter features Yancey's insights, reflective questions for journaling, and sections designed for personal contemplation. Additional resources include suggestions for engaging with films about Jesus, enhancing the study experience and fostering a richer understanding of his life and message.
Exploring the presence of God in unexpected locations, the book highlights how divine traces can be found in diverse settings, from urban slums to natural wonders and cultural works. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing these signs and seizing opportunities to share hope with those who need it most. By uncovering these connections, the narrative encourages Christians to become more aware of their surroundings and to actively make God's presence known in the world.
Intended for those who want to understand Bible and how to apply its message to their own lives.
The book explores the pivotal role of religion in shaping the post-Soviet landscape of Russia and Ukraine following the fall of the Berlin Wall. It examines the initial movement towards democracy and religious freedom, influenced by American evangelicals, and contrasts it with Vladimir Putin's later authoritarian shift, marked by hostility towards religious organizations and the invasion of Ukraine. By highlighting the divergent paths of these two nations, the narrative reveals the complex interplay between faith, politics, and national identity in their histories.
