A Distant Grief

This is an utterly tremendous book. I read it first in 1982 and have re-read it several times since. I have also purchased multiple copies and have sent them to friends to read and pass on to others. In vivid detail, this book presents the reality of the spiritual battle Christians are in. Though Satan works in more visible ways in certain cultures, like he did in the book, I have come to realize he works just as effectively in the U.S. through a more subtle strategy of comfort, complacency, and denial of Hell and the existence of the Evil One. This book will awaken sleepy American Christians to the spiritual battle, the price of following Christ and motivate believers to nothing less than total commitment to following Christ.

"A Distant Grief" is the poignant account of a nation destroyed by a godless murderer (Idi Amin) and his false religion. It is a remarkable story of a pastor's heart for his people and their amazing journey through the most difficult times imaginable. Their faith in Jesus Christ is tested and found to be true and sufficient in His power. This book will challenge your faith. It is a must read for all those who claim to know God in Jesus Christ. It is also a must read for those seeking to be freed from the past.

Mr. Sempangi tells a compelling story of Christians persevering under intense persecution. His first hand account allows you to relive a horifying experience, but his unshakeable confidence in God make it not only bearable, but inspirational. Not for the faint hearted, but good for anyone contemplating what it would be like to be persecuted, and wondering if they could pass such a test of faith, this is a must read. This book is so precious to me, that I will not loan it out. If my mother wants to read it, she'll read it here!

A Distant Grief tells an amazing story of God's provisions in a time of need. Kefa's story is moving as he details his childhood and his life under one of the cruelest governments of history. His testimony of God's protection through adversity would touch even the hardest heart.