I wanted to annouce the publication of my book about how to deal with disappointments.
How Will My Wagon Get Fixed?: How to deal with disappointment Kindle Edition
The text opens with the author recounting their journey of raising support for a teaching assignment in Southeast Asia. Despite initial success, they hit a roadblock at 35 percent and struggled to reach the required 50 percent mark. The author reflects on their past aspirations of becoming a doctor and serving overseas, facing rejection from medical school, and experiencing disappointment in various career pursuits. They delve into themes of faith crisis, disillusionment, and grappling with God's plan amidst setbacks.
Throughout the narrative, the author explores biblical perspectives on disappointment through examples like King David's struggles and Cain's bitterness leading to murder. They emphasize the destructive nature of bitterness towards oneself, others, and God while advocating for a deeper love for God as a transformative response to disappointments. The text poses introspective study questions prompting readers to reflect on personal experiences of disappointment with God, responses during challenging times, doubts about His goodness, and maintaining joy in their spiritual journey.
As the text closes, the author expresses hope that their words will bring encouragement to those feeling hopeless or discouraged. They aim to offer solace through reflections on finding satisfaction in Jesus amid life's disappointments rooted in faith and love for God.
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