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One of the most beloved Christian autobiographies of modern times, Joni highlights the unforgettable story of a young woman's courageous struggle to find hope after a broken neck left her completely paralyzed.
On a hot July afternoon, Joni Eareckson Tada's life was dramatically altered in a split second. A reckless dive into shallow water took an athletic young woman from health and success to life as a quadriplegic in a wheelchair. In the forty-five years since the release of this book--which has more than five million copies in print in over forty languages--Joni's earnest struggle to find hope has resonated with millions of readers around the world. The hard-earned truths she shares in this special edition reveal the power of God's love to transform, as well as the triumph of faith over pain and suffering.
Joni's message has inspired people facing all types of challenges, helping them overcome their own limitations with a determined smile. In this updated edition, you will discover how to stay satisfied in God through disappointment and affliction. Filled with practical insights, Joni will help you find hope in every hardship.
This commemorative 45th anniversary edition features an all-new afterword in which Joni describes her current battle against two different cancers, her daily struggle with chronic pain, and the joys of leading a global outreach to people living with disability.
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"I did love it, and I read it quickly, but there was so much they didn't share. I would have loved to read more about their daily lives and some of the things, beside cancer, that they struggled with."
— Angela (4 out of 5 stars)
" Excellent book. Ken and Joni's lives illustrate that it is truly possible to live out the Scripture verse: "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." Philippians 4:13 "
— Alice, 1/17/2013" Awesome book for anyone, not just for married couples. Joni and ken tell their story of their faith in Christ and how that faith can lead you through even the most difficult times. "
— Lisa, 11/20/2011" beautiful book. I'm reading it currently "
— Becky, 4/16/2011Joni Eareckson Tada is founder and CEO of Joni and Friends, an organization that accelerates Christian outreach in the disability community. Joni and Friends provides practical support and spiritual help to special needs families worldwide, and equips thousands of churches in developing disability ministry. Tada is the author of numerous bestselling books, including When God Weeps, Diamonds in the Dust, A Lifetime of Wisdom, and A Step Further, winner of the Gold Medallion Award.