A little girl on a big horse, cantering across a spring-green pasture . . . wide-eyed children gathered 'round a beach fire, listening to a father's stories of the high seas . . . an expansive, you-can-see-forever view from the top of Pike's Peak . . . another view from a Stryker frame, where an active young woman learns she will never walk again . . . heading down a church aisle to marry the man she loves . . . looking into the eyes of a child in a wheelchair, and seeing the family God has prepared for a loving heart . . . sitting by the pool of Bethesda, reflecting on the miracle of healing God has performed in her heart . . .
The God I Love brings to life these and many other moments. It offers an eternal perspective from a woman in a wheelchair who affirms that the God she knows and loves is the center, the peacemaker, the passport to adventure, the joy ride, and the answer to her deepest longings. Raised in an active, adventurous family, Joni Eareckson Tada worked hard and played hard to keep up with her older sisters and athletic father--until one day a diving accident left her a quadriplegic. But the tragedy that could have ended her life was in reality the beginning of an amazing, constantly unfolding story of grace that has touched the lives of millions worldwide and brought Joni unexpected joy and fulfillment.
In this book, Joni unveils the God whom she has found to be faithful through over thirty years as a paralytic. This is not the story of a woman who has all the answers or who is very different from you. Joni struggles with the same fears, questions, and heartaches we all have in common. But as the weeks and months turn into years, and the years into decades, she meets her Savior at every turn.
In this book, you'll discover that he is there for you as well, no matter what your circumstance or situation may be. Written with beauty, feeling, and amazing honesty, The God I Love captures the heart and soul of one woman's powerful, deeply personal journey of hope. It is a sojourn from a naïve child's belief to a tempered faith that transforms and transcends personal tragedy, bringing light to the darkest places and good out of the most difficult situations, and offering glimpses of the glory that awaits God's children.
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"For years I enjoyed listening to Joni's inspiring radio show. I've always been curious how she became the inspiring, dedicated disciple that she is, so it was fun and inspiration to read the story of her life, narrated by herself."
— Gerald (5 out of 5 stars)
" A definite must read, I cried so many times :( "
— Cbass, 11/11/2013" Wow this book was so powerful. It came at just the right time and was able to help me thru so many struggles. I loved the way she wrote. She was so descriptive you could almost picture yourself in the scenes with her "
— Keri, 11/4/2013" Listened to this book on CD. Not my favorite style but I can say that I have a better sense of suffering and God's sovereignty. I appreciate her transparency. This is a must read/listen for any Christian. "
— Chad, 12/31/2011" I love Joni Erickson Tada; So I loved reading more about her life. She is truly an inspritation and loves the Lord and lives serving others! Wow! "
— Yoli, 5/14/2011" A friend gave me this and it was a nice Sunday afternoon read. I read the book, Joni, years ago and have been a constant admirer of her faith since. This newer book tells a couple episodes from Joni's childhood before her accident and also some from her recent years and ministry. "
— Bev, 12/21/2010" Inspiring to say the least! "
— Bethany, 10/18/2010" A good account of the evangelist's life, a victim of quadriplegia. "
— Herb, 12/26/2008" I love these kind of books. So positive. It shows no matter what happens to you in life, God is still there walking with you. "
— Dats, 2/7/2008" I was very familiar with Joni's story before this book, but this provided even more depth and inspiration, including the frank struggles she's had and overcome by the grace and power of God. A bold and moving testimony for Christ. "
— Johnvano, 6/10/2007" Excellent! Transparent! Inspiring! "
— Catherine, 5/17/2006" journey with an amazing woman as she deals with the realities of being disabled and seeking God in the midst of suffering "
— Carrie, 12/16/2004Joni 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.
Ken Tada is the husband of bestselling author Joni Eareckson Tada. He and his wife co-wrote Joni and Ken: An Untold Love Story. Ken currently serves on the board of directors for Joni and Friends International Disability Center.