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Frederick Buechner has long been a kindred spirit to those who find elements of doubt as constant companions on their journey of faith. He is a passionate writer and preacher who can alter lives with a simple phrase.
Buechner's words, both written and spoken, have the power to revolutionize and revitalize belief and faith. He reveals the presence of God in the midst of daily life. He faces and embraces difficult questions and doubt as essential components of our lives, rather than as enemies that destroy us. "Listen to your life!" is his clarion call. This theme pervades this definitive collection of sermons, delivered throughout Buechner's lifetime. Presented chronologically, they provide a clear picture of the development of his theology and thinking. Reflecting Buechner's exquisite gift for storytelling and his compassionate pastor's heart, Secrets in the Dark will inspire laughter, hope, and bring great solace. Turn the pages and rediscover what it means to be thoughtful about faith. See why this renowned writer has been quoted in countless pulpits and beloved by Americans for generations.
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“This collection of sermons will refresh your soul. I highly recommend this book for your enjoyment and inspiration.” Canadian Mennonite
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“...his work is a revelation...Here Buechners storytelling abilities and eye for detail are at their best.” The Lutheran
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“One of the most insightful spiritual writers of our age... - a must for Buechners many fans.” Kansas City Star
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“A poignant, practical, deeply philosophical, and powerful work. Highly recommended.” Library Journal
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“An elegant and life-giving memoir.” Publishers Weekly (starred review)
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“Buechner eloquently explores the beauty of language, the joy and pain of being human, and the hope of the Gospel.” Houston Chronicle
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“[A book] that will inspire or challenge you.” Chicago Sun Times
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“He has the rare gift of taking biblical text and helping us to see it [...] in a completely new way.” Lexington Herald Leader
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“Brilliant…overflowing with images and questions and honesty and insights that will haunt you for days.” Rob Bell, pastor of Mars Hill, author of Velvet Elvis
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“Buechner is one of our best worker of words. Now, in this fine collection, weve got the best of Buechner.” William H. Willimon, Bishop, North Alabama Conference, The United Methodist Church, author of Sinning Like a Christian
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“The topography of Buechners world is beautifully mapped by this set of self-revealing sermons and essays.” J. I. Packer, author of Knowing God
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“Buechner uses words with such transformative power that any comment on them is like the moon palely reflecting the sun.” Walter Brueggemann, author of The Prophetic Imagination
Synopsis
Frederick Buechner has long been a kindred spirit to those for whom doubt is a constant companion on the journey of faith. A passionate writer and preacher, Buechner can alter lives with a simple phrase. Secrets in the Dark is the definitive collection of his sermons, and reveals his gift for storytelling and his compassionate heart.
This anthology has been organized in chronological order to better chronicle the development of Buechner's ideology throughout his lifetime. Drawn from such great works as The Magnificent Defeat, A Room Called Remember, and The Longing for Home, this collection also includes a new introduction and several new, previously unpublished sermons. Secrets in the Dark will inspire laughter and bring great solace; turn the pages and rediscover what it means to be thoughtful about faith.
Frederick Buechner, author of more than thirty works of fiction and non-fiction, is an ordained Presbyterian minister. He has been a finalist for both the Pulitzer Prize and the National Book Award, and was honored by the American Academy of Arts and Letters. His most recent work is Beyond Words: Daily Readings in the ABC's of Faith.
"For the uninitiated, this volume is the perfect entree to Buechner's writing. He eloquently explores the beauty of language, the joy and pain of being human, the darkness found in human experience and the Bible, and the hope of the Gospel ... Buechner helps us open our eyes, ears and hearts to see the world and God in it. He teaches us to delight in the mysteriousness of truth."
- Dallas Morning News
--Lexington Herald Leader
Synopsis
"Listen to your life!" This theme pervades this definitive collection of Buechner's sermons. Presented chronologically, they provide a clear picture of the develop-ment of his theology and thinking.
About the Author
Frederick Buechner, author of more than thirty works of fiction and nonfiction, is an ordained Presbyterian minister. He has been a finalist for both the Pulitzer Prize and the National Book Award and was honored by the American Academy of Arts and Letters. His most recent work is Beyond Words: Daily Readings in the ABCs of Faith.