Misery Of Job And The Mercy Of God: Amazon.ca: Crossway Books: Books

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We have heard the story of Job. His riches destroyed, his family taken, and his own body afflicted. We can only imagine the depth of his loss and pain. Yet as we ponder Jobs misery, do we see the threads of Gods mercy in it? We will all face suffering at some point in our lives; it is inescapable. But what makes calamity endurable is not that God shares our shock, but that through every flame of pain and flood of fear, His sovereign goodness sustains us. --This text refers to an alternate Hardcover edition.

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1.0 out of 5 stars NO CD, Feb 29 2012

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This review is from: The Misery of Job and the Mercy of God (Hardcover)

The book is small, so the beauty of the pictures aren't as stunning as they could be. NO CD. This is for the book only.

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5.0 out of 5 stars "Poor Job has been given a bum rap!", Mar 2 2004

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Kikilee (Kentwood, MI United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Misery Of Job And The Mercy Of God (Hardcover)

I was introduced to this book by a friend who is losing sight due to diabetes and a botched retina surgery. Questioning God, this dear person found a book about the life and times of Job. A literature major, she could hardly wait to share it with someone. This book and accompanying CD is read by the author. What a unique and inspiring treat was in store for me!

I was impressed with the fresh and original way Piper presented this book. The poetry was magical! His award winning photographer, Ric Ergenbright, offered exquisite visuals that were perfectly suited to the poetry.

I never would have believed that I could ENJOY reading about the life of Job until I read (and heard) Piper's rendition.
Of course, he has taken poetic license with the text.
However, it absolutely is one one of the best, most thought provoking texts I have come across in a while. I have even persuaded my small discussion group to go through it with me and they are loving it too!

It takes little imagination to consider that Piper may have had some "unusual" insights into the life and meaning of the man Job.

My comment after first hearing and reading it was, "Job has been given a bum rap!"

May I suggest that you read and discuss it with someone else. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful book, Feb 17 2003

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GT (Glenpool, OK) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Misery Of Job And The Mercy Of God (Hardcover)

This book is a wonderful account of the Job story that puts it the storty in great poetic narrative. A very beautiful book with artwork and text that will leave you captured and emotionally filled. The very meaning of the story of Job of faith in God in the midst of storm and suffering is captured and passed on through this touching book. I would recommend it for anyone who loves art and wants to experince the beauty of God even in the midst of pain and suffering. Wonderful material!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Profound poetry, picturesque photography, and a CD as well!
After reading the review of this book, I was at first disappointed that this was a poem, not a discussion on Job. Read more

Published on Oct 14 2002 by Robert D Hulson

5.0 out of 5 stars Even Better Than Expected
Job is a hard biblical book to get a handle on. About the time you "get it" another layer of mystery and majesty comes to light. Read more

Published on Sep 3 2002 by Charles Walton