Don't Doubt the Dark: 50 Ways to Overcome Doubt with Faith and Hope

I was seeking an answer in overcoming my constant doubt. I was on a visit to New York City when I walked into an East Side Christian bookstore. I asked for the best source on how to deal with doubt and fear. I was given this one of two books. I must say I wasn't disappointed. 'Don't Doubt in the Dark' is a great book for anyone who is suffering from doubting, loss, loneliness, sickness or pain. There is a collection of stories with hope and faith about people like you and me. Those who have suffered the most painful and dark times in their lives. C. S. Lewis once said, "God whispers to us in our pleasure, speaks to us in our conscience, but shouts to us in our pain" (The Problem of Pain).The greatest people who ever lived, doubted. The stories of each one gives us the courage to share that feeling of doubt. They teach us to cope with the pains of life. With some hope glimmering in the light God reveals to each one of us. Each story illustrates circumstances and painful situations that many have faced. In that that time of desperation, a question arises to the point. . . Does God care? [1 Peter 5:7, Matthew 6:25-26]. It may answer a few questions, "Why do bad things happen to good people?" Life is a like a tapestry. The top side there is a beautiful picture and the message clear. But, the bottom side all tangled and confusing threads. In this life 'we see through a glass, darkly' [1 Corinthians 13:12]. Life is full of mystery.Believing is tough when dreams fall apart. Jesus faced it. He warned, "You will have tribulation, but be of good cheer, I have overcome the world" [John 16:33]. In the Garden of Gethsemane, He suffered the worst anguish any of us would ever experience [Matthew 26:39]. Jesus questioned, "Is there any other way than this?" And yet He suffered. Even while dying on the cross He called out, "Why have You forsaken me?" [Matthew 27:46]. Jesus' suffering tells us that God feels about pain. God does care about human suffering.Sweeting tells us that God wants us to enjoy life. When the time is the darkest it won't stay that way. God is working in you. God still has good plans for you. Just trust Him. Laughter is the best medicine even in the bad times. That's why comedians live so long. "A merry heart does good, like medicine, but a broken spirit dries the bones" [Proverbs 17:22]. Sweeting offers this poem:God holds the key to all the unknown,And I am glad.If other hands should hold the key,I might be sad. For further reading, I suggest 'Too Soon To Quit' by George Sweeting. He tells you no matter the circumstances of your life, you can prosper and grow in the power and strength of Jesus. The ultimate answer to Don't Quit! Most of his books are guaranteed to light your path and renew your faith. So, don't give up and look up! This little book of wisdom will show you how.