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What the
Bible Says About
Suffering
By J. Richard Fugate
ISBN
1-889700-35-5
Retail $12
What the Bible Says About Suffering was written to
prepare its readers to understand and conquer suffering
personally; and to learn how to counsel others who are not
prepared. It is a logical presentation of the subject that allows an individual to understand why, how,
and even the benefits of suffering. It serves as a
systematic theology that can be utilized in place of
psychological programs currently being used for
counseling.
What the Bible Says About Suffering will
also, prayerfully, bring suffering unbelievers to the Great
Physician. This book is also important in revealing the
various false doctrines about suffering that enslave thousands of believers today.
Beyond the issues of salvation and the truth that sets us
free, this book shows the part suffering plays in a
believer’s becoming spiritually mature and in his
Christian walk. This is a Bible study for pastors,
counselors, teachers, and serious students of God’s Word.
Excerpts
From a Book Review:
By Dr. John C. Beck, Jr.
Professor of Theology at Chafer Theological Seminary
“One of the common experiences of humanity
is suffering. This leads to a basic question: “Why suffering?”
J. Richard Fugate bases his discussion upon what the Bible
says. He proffers a systematic theology on suffering to
replace psychological programs found in modern counseling. His
focus is upon biblical concepts, as the title indicates,
What the Bible Says About....
... Following the plan to
present a systematic theology of suffering Fugate divides the
subject into three parts: (1) “Suffering is Common to
Man”; (2) “Are Christians Different?”; and (3) “Suffering the
Christian’s Badge”. The first section addresses both the
Christian and non-Christian. It includes a well thought out
explanation to the question: Why does mankind suffer? His
analysis is biblical, theologically sound, and logical. ...I
highly recommend this book to begin a study of suffering from
God’s point of view.”
Testimonials/Endorsements:
This book gives no wiggle room, After a
five year battle with cancer, and all the other trials of
life, this book boils it down. God is Sovereign and He does
not have to tell us why. It strips us of our arrogance, and
makes us face REAL FAITH, God is good, because He SAYS He is,
that is enough!
Mona
Tuma, author and seminar speaker.
What the Bible Says About Suffering reveals
God's grace in the face of human suffering and testing. The
author demonstrates that knowing what the Bible teaches
specifically about suffering, combined with an understanding
of God's character will benefit believers in every area of
their Christian walk. But it goes far beyond that, by
involving the reader in personal Bible study. The result is
spiritual growth, not only for readers who may be suffering,
but for those experiencing prosperity and blessing, as well.
As in his classic book, What the Bible Says About Child
Training, the author's thorough exegesis of the scriptures has
produced a work that is not what one would typically expect in
a book on the subject of suffering. All believers will
appreciate the logical development and clear teaching
presented in this newest addition to Mr. Fugate's What the
Bible Says About... series.
P. Marcum
How are we to respond to
life’s suffering when it comes? Should we pray it away? Should
we simply put up with it, or does the Bible prescribe for us
better responses? Rick Fugate is a relentless pursuer of
biblical Truth, and in this book he has done a masterful job
of culling from the Scriptures what God has to say about
suffering. Whether you are going through intense pain or
heartache in your life, or you know someone facing trauma,
this book will equip and inspire you with Truth straight from
the heart of God. It’s message is deep. Its presentation is
simple. Since it is from the Word of God, it is profound.
Pastors and biblical counselors will particularly find here a
mine rich with spiritual Truth and practical help.
Reb Bradley
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