When God Weeps : Why Our Sufferings Matter to the Almighty

by Joni Eareckson Tada and Steven Estes, with Stephen and Amanda Sorenson

• ISBN13: 9780310241935
• ISBN10: 0310241936
• Edition: Teacher
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2002-08-01
• Publisher: Harpercollins Christian Pub

Summary

This moving Groupware product examines human suffering through the eyes and experiences of Joni Eareckson Tada, a remarkable Christian woman who's turned her own life experience into a powerful testimony to God's sovereignty and plan for all of us. In six moving sessions, Joni explains her own outlook and experiences, from the tragic accident that left her paralyzed over thirty years ago to her brilliant ministry that touches people worldwide. The production follows Joni through her own everyday interactions with others, including her extraordinary "Family Retreats" that minister both to other disabled people and to anyone suffering and asking what God means by allowing it. The life and everyday actions of Joni Eareckson Tada are inspirational in their own right. The combination of documentary-style video, individual stories of suffering and grace, and stimulating Leader's and Participants Guides make this a powerful stimulus for group discussion and individual reflection.

Author Biography

Joni Eareckson Tada is the founder and president of Joni and Friends Steven Estes holds Masters of Divinity and Masters of Theology degrees from Westminster Theological Seminary and Columbia Bible College. He is the senior pastor of Community Evangelical Church in Elverson, Pennsylvania

Table of Contents

Preface	7	(1)
How to Use This Guide	8	(5)
A Good God in a Suffering World	13	(30)
What Can Suffering Accomplish in Our Lives?	43	(32)
How We Respond to Suffering Matters	75	(26)
Jesus Gives Us Hope	101	(26)
Finding Contentment	127	(32)
A Look toward Heaven	159