Physical sickness affects more than just our bodies; it takes a toll on our emotional and spiritual health as well. In this honest book, best-selling author John Piper shares ten lessons he learned while in hospital. Written to help those in the hospital focus their attention on God, his grace, and his plan—when such focus can be especially hard—this volume blends together personal narrative with biblical reflections to help readers rely on the God who stands ready to comfort and support his people. Whether it’s cultivating a sense of gratitude, resisting the temptation to watch television 24/7, or looking for ways to serve those around them, this book encourages those who are sick to fight for faith in the midst of their illness.
| Author | John Piper |
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| ISBN | 9781433550430 |
| Format | Paperback |
| First published | February 2016 |
| Dimensions | 102mm x 154mm x 4mm |
| Language | English |
| Pages | 80 |
| Publisher | Crossway |
John Piper’s Lessons from a Hospital Bed makes a powerful point for hospital patients, pastors, and family members of the hospitalized alike: expect God to be at work and internalize God’s promises in Scripture so that in the midst of the pain and distraction, God’s Word bears fruit. Piper rightly encourages hospital patients to ask their loved ones and community of faith for help, and to pray for healing in a faithful, yet patient, way. In all of these ways, God is active in the midst of the strange yet wondrous place we call the hospital.... continue reading
