Spiritual Pain

In this eloquent account of her current struggle with physical pain, Joni Eareckson Tada offers her perspective on divine healing, God’s purposes, and what it means to live with joy. Over four decades ago, a diving accident left Joni a quadriplegic. Today, she faces a new battle: unrelenting pain. The ongoing urgency of this season in her life has caused Joni to return to foundational questions about suffering and God’s will.

Everyone experiences pain at times. It can manifest physically, emotionally, relationally, or spiritually. It can follow tragic accidents, great loss, sudden betrayal, or unexpected and unwanted change. Often it is temporary. But what do you do when it isn't? When the pain just won't go away, when healing does not come, when the grief and hurt settle in? Drawing on her own experience of chronic pain and her years as a board-certified clinical neuropsychologist, Dr. Michelle Bengtson provides a countercultural perspective on pain.

Frederick Buechner has grappled with the nature of pain, grief, and grace ever since his father committed suicide when Buechner was a young boy. He continued that search as a father when his daughter struggled with anorexia. In this essential collection of essays, including one never before published, Frederick Buechner finds that the God who might seem so silent is ever near. He writes about what it means to be a steward of our pain, and about this grace from God that seems arbitrary and yet draws us to his holiness and care.

When your child has reached (or long since passed) the point of independence, it's difficult to know what your "help" as a parent should look like. Following her best-selling book Setting Boundaries®with Your Adult Children, Allison Bottke offers an in-depth guide to help you connect with your adult child and to build your confidence, knowledge, and hope, as your child walks through challenging situations. Learn how to develop effective strategies to truly help your adult child - without sacrificing your sanity.

Unveil the secret wisdom of Yoruba practices – transform chronic pain into a journey of spiritual renewal and physical comfort Imagine a life where pain doesn't rule you, but becomes a path to something profound and enlightening. Enter the world of Yoruba practices, where chronic pain is not just a physical ailment but a spiritual challenge waiting to be conquered. Your pain has a purpose, and Yoruba practices are the key to unlocking it. Join this unique adventure that connects you with a culture rich in wisdom, where chronic pain becomes an opportunity rather than a burden.

Ed and Lisa Young, pastors of Fellowship Church, know the kind of grief that no one should have to suffer—the death of a child. With deep vulnerability, they tell the story of their family's journey through sorrow and anger to hope and healing after the tragic and sudden loss of their daughter. In A Path Through Pain, the Youngs will offer you a language and a voice to speak about your pain and a way to see that you don't walk this path alone. They'll walk you through concrete ways that daily acts of faith can restore your hope in the faithfulness and power of Jesus Christ.

This is not your ordinary pain management book. It's a voyage into the depths of your soul's history, uncovering the spiritual roots of physical discomfort that traditional medicine often overlooks.

Breathe is for anyone experiencing any level of grief, anxiety, bereavement, regret, sorrow, disappointment, and depression. Through true stories and biblical principles, and clinical pastoral techniques, the listener will identify with the normalcy of spiritual pain - mental, emotional, and psychological pain such as regret, guilt, and heartache. As the steps in this volume are practiced repeatedly, and as needed, the listener will learn to demonstrate self-care and how to manage spiritual pain, developing safe grieving practices.

We live in a world of voices: disparaging ones, encouraging ones, skeptical ones, and meaningful ones. As leaders are being pulled in every imaginable direction, learning to filter out the destructive voices, harness the constructive ones, and use the painful ones for purpose has never been more critical than it is right now. Leadership architect and consultant Sam Chand offers a path forward in Voices—a timely guide for leaders whose hearing has been dulled from the deafening noise of conflicting voices.

Buddhism goes beyond a philosophical framework; it's a way of life that has brought peace to millions over centuries. By meticulously applying these principles, many have transformed their lives and successfully turned pain into a source of growth and understanding. Now, join the exploration of how these practices can be a beacon in your life, bridging the gap between ancient wisdom and modern needs.

Where is Jesus when we need him most? An influential pastor shares how despair can lead us to discover true hope and a deeper relationship with God, helping us emerge stronger and more joyful from times of crisis. None of us live free of difficulties or hardships. But how can we learn to live richly in the midst of them? And even grow spiritually because of them? The answer is found in the hopeful humanity of Jesus.

Put an end to fighting with chronic pain and uncover a natural road to well-being through QiGong–it's your moment to take back control of your life! QiGong isn't a passing fad; it's a comprehensive method that has offered solace for generations. By syncing your body's energy, QiGong offers a natural way to not only control pain, but genuinely find comfort.

“Why me?” is the cry I hear most often in my work as a hospice chaplain. I’m not a theologian, but through my encounters with people who are elderly, disabled, dying, and bereaved - and through my own quest for peace - Jesus’ teachings known as the Beatitudes have become essential. They describe the attributes of God’s people: God is with those who suffer, those beaten down by life and rejected by the world.

Pain is inevitable, but how we relate to discomfort shapes our lives profoundly. This insightful audiobook examines the role of suffering on the spiritual path to wholeness and transformation. Through relatable stories and actionable advice, this audiobook illustrates how properly embracing pain unlocks hidden gifts that lead to growth. Learn to excavate profound lessons from adversity and lean into emotional wounds with radical compassion.

Standing at a departure gate in Dallas' Love Field, Dave Roever held his recent bride Brenda in his arms and kissed her goodbye. He knew fully the dangers awaiting him in the raging battles in Vietnam, yet he promised the love of his life that he would return to her "without a scar".

Have you ever felt the sting of rejection, leaving you questioning your worth and purpose? You're not alone. In a world that often seems cold and unforgiving, rejection can be a crushing blow to our spirit. But what if rejection could be transformed into your greatest ally on the path to personal and spiritual growth? Discover the power to turn pain into purpose with "Embracing Rejection: A Journey to Spiritual Resilience." This groundbreaking book offers 12 biblical concepts that will revolutionize your perspective on rejection and empower you to triumph over life's setbacks.

Betrayal is searing, but God hasn't left you without balm for the pain. Betrayal is an invitation to intimacy with Jesus. When Christians Hurt You will equip you to move forward in love and experience hope and joy in your faith again.

"Pain to Praise" is not a traditional guide or textbook but a personal invitation to walk with me as I navigate my turbulent journey of pain and forgiveness. After experiencing deep hurt, I became consumed by my suffering—it shaped my identity and controlled my life. This book focuses on recovery and renewal, guided by the Holy Spirit. Through heartfelt storytelling, I offer this book as a companion for anyone confronting pain. It explores how forgiveness can transform bitterness into understanding and strengthen our connections with others.

For 10 percent of women worldwide, the road to motherhood is bumpy, painful, and heartbreaking. For some, it can cause a complete collapse of emotions. This is the reality for those plagued by infertility. In this book, Christina Oberon will help you discover that infertility does not define you! She helps guide you through the rollercoaster of emotions that infertility brings, so you can find inner joy, which rests on hope.

The essential theme of the book of Job is to reveal how God takes a man who is blameless and upright, with a passion for God and a willing spirit, and promotes him to a higher spiritual plane than he could have ever imagined. Those who persevere in the pain and perplexity of the Job crucible are being prepared for renewed intimacy with God, and will be raised up to equip the endtime bride of Christ. Let Job’s example compel you toward God’s highest and best.