Away from Eden - by J Garrett Kell (Paperback)

About the Book

Reflecting on his daughter's life-threatening illness, pastor Garrett Kell shares 31 heartfelt meditations and prayers, written to help weary readers draw near to God in times of suffering.

Book Synopsis

A Father's Meditations on Suffering Guide Weary Hearts to God's Sustaining Love

While painful moments test our strength, ongoing suffering tries our faith. Over time, our prayers give way to doubt. We focus on our grief instead of God's faithfulness. Eventually, we may wonder if he sees us at all. In seasons of unrelenting affliction, we need daily guidance to renew our trust in the Savior's sovereignty.

When pastor Garrett Kell's daughter Eden was hospitalized with life-threatening seizures, he endured months of uncertainty. In the midst of his deepest despair, he wrote these honest meditations on grief, faith, and surrender. The Scripture-centered reflections strengthen you through any trial, and daily prayers help you bring your anxieties to God, even when you can't find the words to say. Each chapter also ends with a memorable message of hope and Bible verses for ongoing encouragement. Personal and practical, Kell's insights offer biblical wisdom that will draw you closer to God as you await redemption.

• 31-Day Devotional on Suffering: Addresses spiritual themes including surrender, providence, waiting on God, loss of faith, and the importance of fellowship
• Personal and Heartfelt: Pastor Garrett Kell shares his family's story of suffering and the biblical insights he learned
• Practical Application: Includes prayers of lament to help readers express their grief in a healthy, biblical way
• Makes a Thoughtful Gift: Offers encouragement to those dealing with illness, loss, family crises, or other adversities

About the Author

J. Garrett Kell (ThM, Dallas Theological Seminary) is the lead pastor at Del Ray Baptist Church in Alexandria, Virginia. He is the author of numerous books, including Pure in Heart: Sexual Sin and the Promises of God. He also cohosts Counseling Talk, a podcast dedicated to biblical counseling and pastoral care. He and his wife, Carrie, have seven children.