A Sacred Sorrow - by Michael Card (Paperback)

About the Book

On your own or with a group, study the lost language of lament as explored in A Sacred Sorrow; learn why it is a vital part of worship.

Book Synopsis

With this Bible study, a companion book to A Sacred Sorrow (9781576836675, sold separately), you and your small group can fully grasp the importance of voicing your heart's joys and pains to the Father. Job, David, Jeremiah, and Jesus Himself understood the necessity of lament.

From the Back Cover

Expand your definition of worship. Have you ever thought God didn't want to hear your prayers of complaint? Did you know it is okay to voice your concerns, your heartache-even your disappointment? The Bible gives hundreds of examples of godly men and women who cried out to Him. And God was moved by their tears. On your own or with a group, study the lost language of lament. Go even deeper into the eye-opening message of A Sacred Sorrow and discover what's been missing in your prayers and worship. With this Bible study, you and your small group can fully grasp the importance of voicing your heart's joys and pains to the Father. Job, David, Jeremiah, and Jesus Himself understood the necessity of lament. Learn why it's still a vital part of the worship experience.

About the Author

MICHAEL CARD is an award-winning musician, performing artist, and songwriter. His many songs include "El Shaddai" and "Immanuel." He has also written numerous books, including A Violent Grace, The Parable of Joy, and A Fragile Stone. A graduate of Western Kentucky University with a bachelor's and master's degree in biblical studies, Card is currently at work on a Ph.D. in classical literature. Michael lives in Tennessee with his wife and four children.