A Steadfast Heart: Experiencing God's Comfort in Life's Storms

by Elyse M. Fitzpatrick

Although never our personal choice, it is frequently God's plan that his children walk through storms and difficulties. Using the picture presented in Psalm 57, readers will discover the secret of experiencing God's presence and comfort in trials and will grow in their appreciation of his purposes in their lives.

Genres: Christian Living, Nonfiction, Christian, Christianity, Theology

Paperback

First published September 1, 2006

About the author

Author of 20+ books on the Christian life and the gospel's impact on everyday living, Elyse is a frequent speaker at women's conferences nationally and internationally.

Elyse's ministry is summed up in these simple words: No fluff, No bricks, just the good news of a crucified and risen Christ.

In 1971 she married her sweetheart Phil and together they raised three children and are enjoying six really adorable grandchildren.

Together they attend Valley Center Community Church in the hills of the North County of San Diego where Phil is an elder.

Reviews

[Stephanie · Rating 5 out of 5]

A wonderful treatment of Psalm 57.

[Morgan Giesbrecht · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was my fourth Elyse Fitzpatrick book, and it doesn’t disappoint! A raw, honest look at suffering and keeping a steadfast heart against the backdrop of Psalm 57. Several sections were hard to read as they were very poignant and relevant to things in my own life, but Elyse does a wonderful job balancing personal experience and God’s Truth. Such an encouraging read!

[Jude · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book. It took me almost two years to work through it. TWO years. I would read it, run through every emotion I had... Anger, fear, hope, disappointment, conviction, etc. I would put the book away for months and then take it back out, and gently tip toe through a chapter, almost afraid of the truths I knew it would contain. Tonight, in His perfect timing, I finished it, at just the moment my heart was ready for what I read.

[Jeni Enjaian · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed reading this book much more than the others I've been reading lately. The author penned a solid, meaty narrative that at the same time was relatable to the average woman. While, for once, I believe I am part of the target audience, I think this book is meant for a more in depth read than I gave it (or most books for that matter). I gleaned a lot from it but know that more could be gleaned from closer study.
I definitely recommend this book.

[Donna Broadbooks · Rating 5 out of 5]

How to look for and see God at work in our lives. Trusting Him and loving Him, finding our peace, comfort and answers in Him, during our most difficult challenges/circumstances. This author shares herself as well as her knowledge. I would highly recommend this book.

[Lynn · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very encouraging and CD is wonderful

[Peggy Johnson · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed meditating on the beauty of God's hesed love for us in this book. This book speaks to delighting in your identity! That daily delight is definitely needed in the storms of life!

[Liese · Rating 2 out of 5]

I wanted to like this book, but it just didn’t do it for me. I was disappointed. The beginning was written a little sloppy and was hard to follow, there were some concepts that seemed contradictory to me, and felt like there was a lot of *fluff* and not as much depth as expected. I don’t think this book taught me more than a what a few Pinterest quotes would have. So many others appear to have enjoyed it though, and I think that’s great if this worked for them! Sadly, it just wasn’t for me.

[Lygia Cristhina · Rating 5 out of 5]

A autora usa de diversos episódios bíblicos para nos incentivar a nos mantermos firmes na fé em Cristo Jesus.

[Venus Thomas · Rating 5 out of 5]

Biblically comforting and encouraging, especially while walking through dark seasons. Good preparation for those times to come if you haven't walked through them yet.

[Joy Harris]

This was actually helpful, with a couple new points I hadn't thought of or read before.

[Lissiane Martins · Rating 5 out of 5]

Um livro perfeito.