How Long, O Lord?

I would like to introduce you with a number of entries to D.A Carson.

I first became familar with Carson during a Desiring God National Conference in Minneapolis. In June for Father's Day my daughter gave me a book that I wanted by Carson titled: How Long, O Lord? Reflections on Suffering and Evil and thought that it provided great insight into Suffering and Evil. Chapter 10 - The Mystery of Providence in my mind is worth the price of the book.

The book is a study to help Christians understand suffering, answering the tough questions about how to respond to the problem of evil. Bible teachings are pastorally applied to life's pain and the doubt it brings. At the end of each chapter are questions that help one to reflect on the subject and could be used in a small group setting.

What others are saying about "How Long, O Lord:

"[A] sober, encouraging book. . . . The two sides of the author, the biblical scholar who reads, thinks, and misses no detail and the pastoral teacher who understands people, feels with them, and cares for them, combine here to give us a treatment of suffering under God's sovereignty which is outstandingly accurate, wise, and helpful. All who follow the author's fast-flowing argument will find their heads cleared and their hearts strengthened."--J. I. Packer, Regent College


"Covers a wealth of biblical material with carefully reasoned clarity and umbrella-like relevance to help us prepare for whatever difficulties life may bring. This volume represents important and profoundly useful reading for pastors and counselors and for every Christian willing to think about life as it really happens."--Larry J. Crabb, New Way Ministries


"The author writes, with Bible in hand, less as philosopher than as a devout and battered pilgrim. His meditations on suffering and evil and the questions they raise and address are solid study-group materials conducive to faith, joy, and hope."--Carl F. H. Henry, founding editor of Christianity Today