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When You Need Healing
Your hurting matters to God. He cares about everything you go through and wants to hold you through it all. He sees your heart aches and cherishes every prayer. And God will answer your prayers. He has a plan in your suffering, and will use this season to strengthen you, and your relationship with Him. While there may be nothing good about the pain you may be in, He has the power to make your life good again. His love for you will compel Him to bless you and heal you. In these pages you’ll find the comfort you need. You’ll learn why God allows bad things to happen and how he intends them for good. You will understand His plan so that you can find peace again.
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39 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 30, 2014
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Adam Houge
146 books102 followersAdam is a preacher, teacher and Christian author. He is a devoted husband and father of 3 boys. Through His travels he’s seen the need for a new awakening and a new revival: A revival of the heart. Come join Adam on this journey of redemption and experience God like never before!
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July 1, 2015
This is a great quick read! I was able to finish this book from start to finish in about a half hour, while waiting for my church service to start. I appreciate quick books that still keep me interested.
The author gives great tips on direct verses to read as well as things to try if a person is feeling hurt or lost. Because it's such a short read, this book would be easy to read in its entirety each time the reader needs healing in some way. Very well done!
The author gives great tips on direct verses to read as well as things to try if a person is feeling hurt or lost. Because it's such a short read, this book would be easy to read in its entirety each time the reader needs healing in some way. Very well done!
February 7, 2018
According to the back of the book, Adam Houge is the “#1 Internationally Bestselling Author of over 100 books on the Christian faith.” I respect a man of faith and don’t mean to flame but this book could really use a good editor. It’s very repetitive and just does not flow well for someone with that kind of writing resume.
The message presented here is not wrong. God does love us and is for us in good times and bad. However, I am perplexed to understand how in the re-telling of mismatched stories one is to figure out the “When YOU Need Healing Part.” In the book, one guy loses his daughter, while another loses his arm and both come to accept their circumstances to go on to serve God. That’s great but it is almost as if the author is saying that because they were able to overcome such tragedy then you should get over yours too. Again, what he is suggesting is not wrong, but seems vastly insensitive to those who may be in the thick of their suffering and picked up this book as a guide to help them in their situation.
I get that the author is pointing people toward a relationship with God, especially when we are broken. God is the Master Healer and can help us make some sense of why things happen. Unfortunately, Houge gives no background understanding for the Biblical scriptures he uses nor does he provide a practical way forward for those who might be new to the faith. To me, people seeking healing are wanting a relatable connection not just a bunch of “this is what you should be doing” words. The references to Job are appropriate for those who know the story but again, would be lost on those who have no context in which to base a foundation. This leaves me to conclude that the book was written for a specific audience rather than to the masses.
Overall, I feel this could have been so much better and expected more of an inclusionary message based on the author’s credentials.
The message presented here is not wrong. God does love us and is for us in good times and bad. However, I am perplexed to understand how in the re-telling of mismatched stories one is to figure out the “When YOU Need Healing Part.” In the book, one guy loses his daughter, while another loses his arm and both come to accept their circumstances to go on to serve God. That’s great but it is almost as if the author is saying that because they were able to overcome such tragedy then you should get over yours too. Again, what he is suggesting is not wrong, but seems vastly insensitive to those who may be in the thick of their suffering and picked up this book as a guide to help them in their situation.
I get that the author is pointing people toward a relationship with God, especially when we are broken. God is the Master Healer and can help us make some sense of why things happen. Unfortunately, Houge gives no background understanding for the Biblical scriptures he uses nor does he provide a practical way forward for those who might be new to the faith. To me, people seeking healing are wanting a relatable connection not just a bunch of “this is what you should be doing” words. The references to Job are appropriate for those who know the story but again, would be lost on those who have no context in which to base a foundation. This leaves me to conclude that the book was written for a specific audience rather than to the masses.
Overall, I feel this could have been so much better and expected more of an inclusionary message based on the author’s credentials.
March 14, 2018
Great book
This book open my eyes once again. Helped me realize that in life especially as a born again Christian, God has everything under control.
This book open my eyes once again. Helped me realize that in life especially as a born again Christian, God has everything under control.
February 15, 2020
Easy to follow
It helped me through a rough patch when I experienced a loss and needed to be reminded of the gift of Gods love.
It helped me through a rough patch when I experienced a loss and needed to be reminded of the gift of Gods love.
April 12, 2020
I always love this author's work. He writes in an extremely easy to follow format. He uses many references.
June 13, 2020
Very encouraging
But a bit redundant. I guess that helps to drive the message home. A nice read and actually a fast read.
But a bit redundant. I guess that helps to drive the message home. A nice read and actually a fast read.
May 13, 2021
Easy read
Very encouraging with reminders to Praise God in every situation, and the importance of spending time in the secret place.
Very encouraging with reminders to Praise God in every situation, and the importance of spending time in the secret place.
February 17, 2017
Loved it!
I really enjoyed reading this book. Well written, easy to comprehend and easy to follow. Loved it, I'd recommend this book to anyone who loves Jesus and needs an their spirit to be uplifted.
I really enjoyed reading this book. Well written, easy to comprehend and easy to follow. Loved it, I'd recommend this book to anyone who loves Jesus and needs an their spirit to be uplifted.
February 10, 2015
Lord I Thank You for this book
I just lost a cousin to violence and I haven't been close to this side of the family. I've really been going through and as a Christian band a true believer of God I know that I needed to seek him more in this trying time but I just was so emotional when I came across this book My God it blessed my mind body and spirit. I praise the Lord right where Ivan I shall not fear. Thank you Adam Houghe may the Lord continue to bless you with wisdom, knowledge, and understanding...
I just lost a cousin to violence and I haven't been close to this side of the family. I've really been going through and as a Christian band a true believer of God I know that I needed to seek him more in this trying time but I just was so emotional when I came across this book My God it blessed my mind body and spirit. I praise the Lord right where Ivan I shall not fear. Thank you Adam Houghe may the Lord continue to bless you with wisdom, knowledge, and understanding...
January 27, 2015
Easy read!
Very insightful and spot on with the situation we are currently experiencing with our friends who lost their house in a natural disaster, and a neighbor who lost their house to a fire. It calls us to be Christians through our own trials and have faith that He is there with us. It makes me look back on the suffering i have seen and the suffering have been through with a whole new perspective.
Very insightful and spot on with the situation we are currently experiencing with our friends who lost their house in a natural disaster, and a neighbor who lost their house to a fire. It calls us to be Christians through our own trials and have faith that He is there with us. It makes me look back on the suffering i have seen and the suffering have been through with a whole new perspective.
February 7, 2017
Very enjoyable!
Lately God has been leading me down a path of letting go and abiding completely in him. This book was short yet powerful. It had great connecting scriptures and excellent advice. I enjoyed it, and it fit into my recent bible study. I'm hoping to read some more from this author. I like his no nonsense approach.
Lately God has been leading me down a path of letting go and abiding completely in him. This book was short yet powerful. It had great connecting scriptures and excellent advice. I enjoyed it, and it fit into my recent bible study. I'm hoping to read some more from this author. I like his no nonsense approach.
July 24, 2015
Wonderful
If you are going through a trial or a difficult time in your life this book will help. Great scriptures and insight. Also a reminder of what GOD can do during these times.
If you are going through a trial or a difficult time in your life this book will help. Great scriptures and insight. Also a reminder of what GOD can do during these times.
July 15, 2016
Need to read
This is a wonderful book that I would recommend to those who are hurting, need an increase in their faith, and points to show God is always present to help us get through all our hurts and struggles in life.
This is a wonderful book that I would recommend to those who are hurting, need an increase in their faith, and points to show God is always present to help us get through all our hurts and struggles in life.
January 10, 2015
Just a book reader goodread
Found the book helpful dealing with grief and loss. I would recommend to some one that has lost a love one. Lost of good advice in the book
Found the book helpful dealing with grief and loss. I would recommend to some one that has lost a love one. Lost of good advice in the book
January 11, 2015
Good message, not so good writing.
April 2, 2015
Encouraging
I read this book, while going through, sometimes the hurt is so much, we want to understand, well I do, and this is a good read. I highlighted to go make and make notes.
I read this book, while going through, sometimes the hurt is so much, we want to understand, well I do, and this is a good read. I highlighted to go make and make notes.
May 17, 2015
Very Inspirational
It helps put your heart at ease and peace. It opens a whole new level of inner healing needed when you lose a loved one.
It helps put your heart at ease and peace. It opens a whole new level of inner healing needed when you lose a loved one.
May 28, 2015
Insightful
A down to earth reminder of his love and how trials and sadness are not to punish but to strengthen faith and love
A down to earth reminder of his love and how trials and sadness are not to punish but to strengthen faith and love
January 11, 2016
When you need healing
I enjoyed this book. It hit home on a lot of thoughts I have going and understand the why and how to think about it.
I enjoyed this book. It hit home on a lot of thoughts I have going and understand the why and how to think about it.
February 9, 2015
read as part of my daily devotions
May 28, 2019
Spiritual Healing
An encouraging and affirming read! Very well supported by referenced scriptures. Easy to read and understand, although I found myself reading some sections more than once. Also appreciated the clarity of discussions.
An encouraging and affirming read! Very well supported by referenced scriptures. Easy to read and understand, although I found myself reading some sections more than once. Also appreciated the clarity of discussions.
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