![]() And Chandler speaks from experience when it comes to struggle. This book reminded me that no obstacle or sin is too great for God to redeem and make something good of it. At the recommendation of a good friend from my gym, I listed to Matt (Pastor of The Village Church in Texas), and was immediately drawn in by his knowledge and witt. Matt Chandler has become one of my favorite pastors in America, and this book was where it all started for me. ![]() Recovering Redemption by Matt Chandler (and Michael Snetzer) Joseph’s story provided a lot of comfort for me after my Dad’s death, because if God can redeem a tragedy as severe as the one that was Joseph’s life, how much more could he do with my struggles! Also, there is a great 6-week bible study that goes along with this text if you’re interesting in hearing Max teach extensively on the subject. This book helped remind me that even in the midst of troubled times, God can take the mess and turn it into something great. In a way only Lucado can, he recounts the story of Joseph in Genesis and applies this to the struggles we all face. Max Lucado has always been one of my all-time favorite authors, but of all the books he’s written (and he’s written a lot!), this one gave me the most perspective on life and God’s ability to redeem horrible situations and turn them into something great. Each resource, in its own way, helped me in just the right moment, and if you find yourself in a similar situation as me, or just hope to learn more, I hope they will be just as helpful to you. ![]() Others would make me laugh remembering the good times I had with Dad, and others would make me cry because I missed him. In the aftermath of my Dad’s death, there were a number of books, articles, lectures, and sermons that helped me navigate the roller coaster of emotions I experienced.
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