New ebook : Cries from the Heart (.pdf, .epub, .prc)

EditorPlough · 09-20-2010, 02:29 PM

http://www.plough.com/ebooks/Criesfromtheheart.html
In times of crisis, all of us reach for someone,or something, greater than ourselves. Some call it prayer. Others just do it. For many, it's often like talking to a wall. People are looking for assurance that someone hears them when they cry out in their despair, loneliness, or frustration. The last thing they need is another book telling them how to pray or what to say, holding out religion like a good-luck charm. So instead of theorizing or preaching, the author tells stories about real men and real women dealing with adversity. Their difficulties - which range from extreme to quite ordinary and universal - resonate with readers, offering a challenge, but also comfort and encouragement. People will see themselves in these glimpses of anguish, triumph, and peace.

indie · 09-21-2010, 02:03 AM

That sounds good actually. Might just be the thing for right now. I think the description fits this moment just perfectly.

astra · 09-21-2010, 05:33 AM

Sounds interesting. Might be a good read for a certain mood.
Thanks.

astra · 09-21-2010, 05:45 AM

Omg. I have had a quick look. Too many instances of the word G-d. I thought it would be about something else. Sorry. Not my type.

EditorPlough · 09-21-2010, 10:07 AM

Yup, not for everyone, but for a lot of people this book has been encouraging. Some reviews:
The Houston Chronicle
Arnold is thought-provoking and soul-challenging…
He writes with an eye-opening simplicity that zings the heart.

Eugene Peterson, author
With so much junk spirituality on the market today, it is positively refreshing to come upon Arnold’s books… They are solid and mature, devoid of ego, embracing of community and ambiguity and integrity.

Madeleine L’Engle, author
We recognize ourselves in Arnold’s poignant stories, and our recognition helps us toward deeper understanding.

Peter Kreeft, author
Arnold is clear, compassionate, uncompromising…
he writes straight from (and to) the heart.

Publishers Weekly
Johann Christoph Arnold writes in a prayerful and simple way.

Lewis Smedes, author
Arnold’s writing is simple, transparent, and caring.

Benedict Groeschel, CFR, Archdiocese of New York
With their customary blend of Gospel faith and personal sharing, Arnold’s books offer spiritual reading at its best.

Donna Schaper, author
Arnold’s writing embraces despair, but it also restores confidence.

Dick Staub, Host, The Dick Staub Show
Arnold’s stories are touching and honest…and model vital themes in a profound way.

Jonathan Kozol, author
Arnold’s writing is unpretentious and transcendent.

09-20-2010, 02:29 PM	#1
EditorPlough Excelsior! Posts: 14 Karma: 20000 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Rifton NY Device: Kindle	New ebook : Cries from the Heart (.pdf, .epub, .prc) http://www.plough.com/ebooks/Criesfromtheheart.html In times of crisis, all of us reach for someone,or something, greater than ourselves. Some call it prayer. Others just do it. For many, it's often like talking to a wall. People are looking for assurance that someone hears them when they cry out in their despair, loneliness, or frustration. The last thing they need is another book telling them how to pray or what to say, holding out religion like a good-luck charm. So instead of theorizing or preaching, the author tells stories about real men and real women dealing with adversity. Their difficulties - which range from extreme to quite ordinary and universal - resonate with readers, offering a challenge, but also comfort and encouragement. People will see themselves in these glimpses of anguish, triumph, and peace.

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09-21-2010, 02:03 AM	#2
indie Enthusiast Posts: 45 Karma: 30 Join Date: Sep 2010 Device: none	That sounds good actually. Might just be the thing for right now. I think the description fits this moment just perfectly.

09-21-2010, 05:33 AM	#3
astra The Introvert Posts: 8,307 Karma: 1000077497 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: United Kingdom Device: Sony Reader PRS-650 & 505 & 500	Sounds interesting. Might be a good read for a certain mood. Thanks.

09-21-2010, 05:45 AM	#4
astra The Introvert Posts: 8,307 Karma: 1000077497 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: United Kingdom Device: Sony Reader PRS-650 & 505 & 500	Omg. I have had a quick look. Too many instances of the word G-d. I thought it would be about something else. Sorry. Not my type.

09-21-2010, 10:07 AM	#5
EditorPlough Excelsior! Posts: 14 Karma: 20000 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Rifton NY Device: Kindle	Yup, not for everyone, but for a lot of people this book has been encouraging. Some reviews: The Houston Chronicle Arnold is thought-provoking and soul-challenging… He writes with an eye-opening simplicity that zings the heart. Eugene Peterson, author With so much junk spirituality on the market today, it is positively refreshing to come upon Arnold’s books… They are solid and mature, devoid of ego, embracing of community and ambiguity and integrity. Madeleine L’Engle, author We recognize ourselves in Arnold’s poignant stories, and our recognition helps us toward deeper understanding. Peter Kreeft, author Arnold is clear, compassionate, uncompromising… he writes straight from (and to) the heart. Publishers Weekly Johann Christoph Arnold writes in a prayerful and simple way. Lewis Smedes, author Arnold’s writing is simple, transparent, and caring. Benedict Groeschel, CFR, Archdiocese of New York With their customary blend of Gospel faith and personal sharing, Arnold’s books offer spiritual reading at its best. Donna Schaper, author Arnold’s writing embraces despair, but it also restores confidence. Dick Staub, Host, The Dick Staub Show Arnold’s stories are touching and honest…and model vital themes in a profound way. Jonathan Kozol, author Arnold’s writing is unpretentious and transcendent.