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10 Bible Stories of Faith and Doubt to Encourage Believers through Uncertainty
Will God do what he says he promises? Can we trust these intentions? Is he even good? Without guidance, these doubt-filled questions can hinder spiritual progress and lead to discouragement. Thankfully, the Bible offers encouraging examples of men and women who remained faithful to God even through seasons of uncertainty.
Based on a series of Wheaton College chapel messages, this encouraging guide explores 10 Bible stories on the topic of faith and doubt to reassure readers that doubt is normal for Christians. These stories cover a wide range of questions and doubts that most Christians experience at some point in their faith journey—doubts about God's power, protection, justice, healing, and more. Ultimately, readers will better understand the dynamic of faith and doubt, helping them renew their faith in God even through times of uncertainty.
Encouraging: This book bolsters faith in God and his word amid inevitable times of doubt
Scriptural Study: Explores 10 stories of biblical believers who experienced doubt yet remained faithful to God
Written by Philip Ryken: President of Wheaton College and author of Beauty Is Your Destiny; Is Jesus the Only Way?; and Loving the Way Jesus Loves
Endorsements
"As Christians, we talk a lot about faith but perhaps too little about doubt. This book reminds us that the Bible talks about both. With the warmth and honesty of a pastor and the wisdom and depth of a theologian, Ryken leads the reader to a renewed and refreshed hope in the truths of God without minimizing the dark challenges of our world. Read it and be encouraged. And then give it to a friend."
Michael J. Kruger, Samuel C. Patterson Chancellor's Professor of New Testament and Early Christianity, Reformed Theological Seminary
"Doubt, a common Christian experience, is sometimes stigmatized in the church. As a result, many believers feel ashamed of their doubts and struggle with them in secret. In this wise and pastoral book, Philip Ryken reminds us how many biblical heroes struggled with doubts. He gives helpful counsel for how we can work through our doubts to arrive at a more rugged and enduring faith. For anyone who struggles with doubt, this book will serve as not only a light to their path but a comfort and balm to their soul."
Gavin Ortlund, President, Truth Unites; author, Why God Makes Sense in a World That Doesn't
Table of Contents
Preface
Chapter 1: Doubting God's Word—Eve in the Garden of Eden
Chapter 2: Doubting God's Promise—Sarah under the Oak Trees
Chapter 3: Doubting God's Missional Call—Moses at the Burning Bush
Chapter 4: Doubting God's Supernatural Protection—Elisha's Servant at Dothan
Chapter 5: Doubting God's Abundant Generosity—Naomi on the Road to Bethlehem
Chapter 6: Doubting God's Basic Fairness—Asaph outside God's Temple
Chapter 7: Doubting God's Loving Care—Jeremiah in Prison
Chapter 8: Doubting God's Miraculous Healing—The Father in the Crowd
Chapter 9: Doubting God's Resurrection Power—Thomas in the Upper Room
Chapter 10: Doubting Your Doubts—Peter on the Sea of Galilee
General Index
Scripture Index
Product Details
Title: I Have My Doubts: How God Can Use Your Uncertainty to Reawaken Your Faith
Author: Philip Graham Ryken
Publisher: Crossway Publishing
Pages: 192
Binding: Paperback
Size: 20.3 x 13.3 x 1.4 cm
ISBN: 9781433593390