Surprised by Suffering (Walker Large Print Books) - Softcover

Sproul, R. C.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0802726534 ISBN 13: 9780802726537

Publisher: Christian Large Print, 1991

Synopsis

Suffering often seems to catch us by surprise. One day we are healthy, comfortable, and happy. The next we find ourselves ill or injured, struggling, and distraught. The pain that invades our lives may come from our own suffering or that of a loved one. But no matter the source, we didn't see it coming. All too often, our perplexity prompts us to suspect God of wrongdoing.

In this classic book, republished in a revised and expanded edition, Dr. R. C. Sproul argues that we should not be surprised by suffering; instead, we should expect pain and sorrow in this life. Some are actually called to a "vocation" of suffering, and all of us are called to undergo the ultimate suffering of death. God promises in His Word that difficult times will come upon us, but He also promises that He allows suffering for our good and His glory, and He will never give us more than we can bear with His help.

Dr. Sproul offers solid biblical counsel and comfort for those undergoing suffering and for tho

Edition details

• Publisher: Christian Large Print
• Publication date: 1991
• ISBN 10: 0802726534
• ISBN 13: 9780802726537
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English