Nothing to Fear: Principles and Prayers to Help You Thrive in a Threatening World - Hardcover

Black, Barry C.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1496421086 ISBN 13: 9781496421081

Publisher: Tyndale Momentum, 2017

Synopsis

“I’m really concerned about the state of the world. It feels like things are falling apart.”
“I’m worried about my family’s future.”
“How can I stand firm in my faith in today’s culture?”

Our times are turbulent ones, and questions and worries like these can haunt us and keep us awake at night. Yet is it possible that, ultimately, there is actually nothing to fear? Barry C. Black is the spiritual “leader of leaders” for the US Senate―shepherding those on the front lines of the decisions that shape our culture. Now, Chaplain Black shows all of us how to thrive in the midst of today’s turbulence and confusion by following eight principles that Jesus gave his disciples prior to sending them into a dangerous world. These teachings are as relevant today as when Jesus first spoke them two thousand years ago.

Containing Scriptural insights and powerful prayers to help you seek God’s guidance and blessing, Nothing to Fear will illuminate the way to live boldly, bravely, and faithfully in the face of today’s perils.

About this title

About the Author

Barry C. Black has served as chaplain of the United States Senate since 2003. He retired from the US Navy after twenty-seven years in the military, ending his service as a two-star admiral and chief of Navy chaplains. While in the Navy, he ministered to members of the military and their families throughout the United States, Europe, and Asia. His military decorations include the Navy Distinguished Service Medal, the Legion of Merit Medal, and two Defense Meritorious Service Medals.

Review

Black (The Blessing of Adversity), a retired U.S. Navy admiral and current chaplain to the United States Senate, aims this straightforward and intelligent motivational handbook at helping readers strengthen their spiritual practices in order to navigate life’s turbulent times. Seven overarching sections with such titles as “Prepare to Be Sent,” “Thrive in a Predatory World,” and “Persevere through Rejection” each include several chapters composed of “Fearless Principles” and a closing “Purposeful Prayer.” Drawing illustrations from the scriptures, contemporary culture, his own impoverished childhood, his Navy career, and his current work, Black conveys his message in an accessible and often thought-provoking manner: “Real love celebrates diversity. In fact, if we don’t like diversity, we probably won’t like heaven.” Expounding on the “Fearless Principle: Pray with adoration,” he writes: “How would you feel if you were a parent whose child only spoke to you when he or she wanted something?” Black’s theologically sound guidance and simple yet meaningful prayers allow this fine book to serve as a resource for study and contemplation as well as a devotional guide. (Publishers Weekly)

Edition details

• Publisher: Tyndale Momentum
• Publication date: 2017
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1496421086
• ISBN 13: 9781496421081
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 256