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Celebrating the Wrath of God: Reflections on the Agony and the Ecstasy of His Relentless Love Kindle Edition

by Jim McGuiggan (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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Is There a Purpose to Suffering And Loss? We only have to live to see or experience how agonizing life can be. We are surrounded by child abuse and neglect, starving families, premature deaths of those we love, natural disasters and global disease. How could a God worthy of respect and worship allow such a world to exist?

There are no simple answers. But there is hope. For, claims author Jim McGuiggan, suffering may in fact be the last thing we expect–an expression of God’s wrath, which in turn is nothing other than his relentless, loving pursuit of us. If this is true, then suffering is a vital part of God’s work to redeem his creation. Give this claim a hearing, and you just might see the suffering world in a new way–a world shot through with glory and hope and assurance.
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“The only answer to the question of suffering is God.”
–from Celebrating the Wrath of God



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re a Purpose to Suffering And Loss? We only have to live to see or experience how agonizing life can be. We are surrounded by child abuse and neglect, starving families, premature deaths of those we love, natural disasters and global disease. How could a God worthy of respect and worship allow such a world to exist?

There are no simple answers. But there is hope. For, claims author Jim McGuiggan, suffering may in fact be the last thing we expect an expression of God s wrath, which in turn is nothing other than his relentless, loving pursuit of us. If this is true, then suffering is a vital part of God s work to redeem his creation. Give this claim a hearing, and you just might see the suffering world in a new way a world shot through with glory and hope and assurance.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B003FCTZDS
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ WaterBrook; 1st edition (June 18, 2010)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 18, 2010
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1020 KB
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4.8 out of 5 stars
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R. McClendon
5.0 out of 5 stars A Truly Profound Education Awaits Seeker & Struggler Alike
Reviewed in the United States on September 3, 2011
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Dr. Vernon and others, in their horrible critique of this truly profound book, show that they do not understand God's call to think theologically about everything in life!

Jesus couldn't observe a sparrow feeding without saying his Father was taking care of them. He couldn't watch so much as a sparrow die without noting that his Father took notice of that and attended their funeral. He couldn't ponder the flowers and grass of the field without bringing providence into it.

Sure we know what makes a rainbow (well, we do now, the ancients didn't). But even though we explain it scientifically about how light is refracted into it's component colors God would have us look at the thing and be reminded of God's faithfulness to his promises. We know what causes great pain in childbirth from the biological end of things but God would have it serve as a reminder of redemptive suffering as well as the punitive aspects of rebellion because he said that's why "pain was increased" in child bearing! We ignore such plain teachings/statements of scripture at our own peril and loss.

Jim McGuiggan seeks to "think theologically" on the rugged realities of our existence, but rather rely upon his own opinions, he faith-fully reflects upon all of the plain statements and reasonable implications of all the scriptures he references. They everywhere apparent as you make your way through this incredible book.

Do yourself a favor and spend some time with Jim McGuiggan as you give this book a fair hearing. I also recommend you google his name and spend some time at his rich and informative website.

You will learn more than you know.
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David Fournier
5.0 out of 5 stars God's severe mercy
Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2018
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One of the finest books on the problems of suffering and sin in the world. Jim ties the various aspects that are involved together very well and understandable. How our sin brings about suffering not just for ourselves but for others as well and to what great lengths God goes to bring us back to Himself. God is willing to show us wrath to save our souls. Jim does not do your thinking for you, he presents things in such a way that asks you to think it through for yourself. A great read and some good things to think about.
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Paul Null
5.0 out of 5 stars Held my interest throughout
Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2021
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The inspiring message of this book is enhanced by the writing skill of the author. It’s shorter chapters encourage more attentive reading.
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David McAnulty
5.0 out of 5 stars A timely, compelling book about suffering
Reviewed in the United States on November 11, 2001
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While CS Lewis challenges our thinking in his treatise on the Problem of Pain, author Jim McGuiggan moves our hearts in this book filled with insight and real life stories. Keeping the humble position that we cannot truly understand suffering, the author compellingly makes the case that God is present in the wilderness, and that unique facets of his love for humanity are found there. Jim's writing shows scholarship and deep insight, while at the same time exuding deep compassion and a child-like wonder for God and his design. He relies on personal experience, the Bible and an extensive and varied number of other sources. As a christian psychologist, I find it a "must-read" for anyone who's felt the sting of life or counsels those who face insurmountable challenges.
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Farris James
5.0 out of 5 stars This book gives us a look at the deep love of God.
Reviewed in the United States on June 12, 2014
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Much of the heart and love of the author comes through in this deeply moving book. You get the idea that he has lived through personal tragedy and pain with an integrity that has developed a trust in a God, a God who loves every man, woman and child as a father loves his children. His wrath is never expressed outside his love.
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5.0 out of 5 stars I expected Jim to be honest and challenging and he ...
Reviewed in the United States on July 26, 2016
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I expected Jim to be honest and challenging and he was just that and more.
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gl tivis
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United States on December 14, 2015
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Read this book if you want a closer, honest look at our God.
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B. Gayer
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in the United States on October 5, 2014
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I enjoy everything McGuiggan writes! You can depend on his honesty and integrity!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Good basic stuff
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 18, 2017
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Good basic stuff, well written and obviously well thought out. Why do bad things happen to good people?
Why not? There has to be a trust in God first and foremost and then the pieces start to fit. Great stories in this book.
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