Inside Afghanistan: The American Who Stayed Behind After 9/11 and His Mission of Mercy to a War-Torn People

by John Weaver

He is living what many would call a nightmare. John Weaver is serving God in a war-torn country that is being blamed for the terrorist acts on American soil. Despite the fact that every day is dangerous and possibly life-threatening, John Weaver believes he sees God at work in Afghanistan and he is optimistic about its spiritual future. Inside Afghanistan is the story of the Taliban and September 11, as only this servant of God can tell it. John Weaver was there as the last American aid worker in the hostile country he now calls home. He is witness to God's ability to use ordinary Christians in the U.S. to "spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ to a country that otherwise wouldn't have had the opportunity." This is John Weaver's riveting account of why he went and why he wouldn't leave.

Genres: Nonfiction, Christian

216 pages, Paperback

First published September 7, 2002

Reviews

[Ashley]

too bad he is married!!!

[Nicole]

Wonderful missionary biography. John Weaver understands that there is a difference between being a christian and being a follower of Jesus Christ.

[Anna Kabatova]

Мене не вистачало, щоб закінчити цю книжку. Там, де за словами анотації мала бути історія про Афганістан після 9/11, натомість бачимо здебільшого історію "як я працював волонтером для ВПО та роздавав їжу".
І в мене немає з цим проблем, окей, просто зі 120 сторінок (близько 200 загальний об'єм) на які мене вистачило, ми ще не дійшли до 9/11. Здебільшого це просто історія про "як я хотів потрапити в Афганістан", релігію, Бога та чим автор там займався. Себто, книжка мені не зайшла, ще й опис ввів в оману.

[Sara]

I found the book repetitive in its writing style and rather self-congratulatory (the author somehow managed to appear in every photo for example). Subtitled as “the American who stayed behind after 9/11” but as the book was published in 2002, there is not a lot of time for “staying behind”. Two thirds of the book are about the one year he spends in the country up to September 2001. It is impressive that this short time can be spun out into the number of pages that Weaver fills.

[Shirley]

You will fall in love with this humble man who was working inside Afghanistan when the twin towers fell. You will understand the people in Afghanistan in a better way and love them more too.

[Cathy]

Written by a friend of my cousin - first hand account of 9/11 from someone inside Afghanistan.

[Robyn]

Enjoyed this and then became all the more real as the troops left and the Taliban have taken back Afghanistan 2021. Felt more knowledgeable but so sad after all the work done. And where is John now?

[Lisa Horne]

Good read especially to know the people of Afghanistan.

[Pam]

Meh.

[Sharon Burkholder]

One aid worker chose to stay in a warn torn country and continue to reach out. He also offers interesting insights as he was in Afghanistan before and after 9/11.

[Nancy]

I wasn't sure I would like this book. In fact, I did enjoy most of it ( the honest parts telling of the people of Afghanistan).

[Rachel]

John Weaver has an amazing story, and a truly unique perspective. As a humanitarian worker in Afghanistan during Taliban rule, he saw first hand the impact of their rule on the land. And he really truly loves the Afghan people.
What struck me even more is his perspective on how God works things out, and his desire to maintain strong ties and relationships to the U.S. He grieved over September 11, 2001 as well, but knew his role was to remain in Afghanistan. Powerful story.

[Patrick]

A beautiful book of a man giving his life to make a difference. We need more like John. This book also gives good insight into why sometimes it is necessary to fight for those who cannot fight for themselves. Elie Weisel wondered when the world would do something about what was happening in Germany. Read about the Afghan people from a man lives among them.

[Erin]

I loved this book so much more than Three Cups of Tea simply because this man was a believer. John's work in Afghanistan and the cooperation he received from all different kinds of non-profit org. happened because the Lord orchestrated it. I look forward to learning more about Shelter for Life and John Weaver's work in Afghanistan since the book was published in 2002.

[Dk]

I deeply appreciated sharing this journey into the lives and hearts of the Afghan people. We have much to learn through developing these relationships in our generation, and John's story inspires and challenges each of us to reach into the world around us and serve with whatever we have in our hands.

[Crystal Keilers]

I have a deep respect for John Weaver. When all Americans were kicked out of Afghansitan, because fighting was at an all time high, John stayed and insisted on helping the Afghan refugees. Amazing story. Easy read.

[Judy]

A committed Christian called to serve the poor in northern Afghanistan, he was one of few who stayed after 9/11. I was struck by his determination and courage as well as his ability to work and serve with Afghan people.

[Heidi]

I enjoyed learning about much of Afghanistan's history pre 9/11

[Josua]

I'm pretty sure the book is good in the end, but the way it is written is not very applying. no real tension... But I would love to hear his story if he personally told it to me. :D