When God Doesnt Fix It, Laura Story
When God Doesnt Fix It, Laura Story
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When God Doesn't Fix It
Lessons You Never Wanted to Learn, Truths You Can't Live Without

Author: Laura Story, Jennifer Schuchmann

Narrator: Jill Blackwood

Unabridged: 9 hr 47 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Thomas Nelson

Published: 02/21/2023


Synopsis

Is it possible that good things can come out of our broken dreams?Worship leader and recording artist Laura Story’s life took an unexpected turn when her husband, Martin, was diagnosed with a brain tumor. Their lives would never be the same.Yes, with God all things are possible. But the devastating news was that no cure existed to restore Martin’s short-term memory, eyesight, and other complications. The fairy-tale life Laura had dreamed of was no longer possible. And yet in struggling with God about how to live with broken dreams, Laura has found joy and a deeper intimacy with Jesus.In When God Doesn’t Fix It, Laura helps you understand that:We aren’t the only ones whose lives have taken unexpected turnsEven heroes of our faith experienced brokennessDespite our flaws and stories, God can use us in extraordinary waysGod may not fix everything. In fact, although your situation might not ever change or get better, with Jesus you can. Not because of your faith, but because of the faithfulness of God. 

About Laura Story

Laura Story is a wife, mother, songwriter, worship leader, author, artist, and Bible teacher. Her songs—which have won Grammys, Billboard Music Awards, and Dove Awards—include “Blessings” and Chris Tomlin’s “Indescribable.” She is the bestselling author of two books and Bible studies, When God Doesn’t Fix It and I Give Up. Laura has a master of theological studies and a doctorate in worship studies, and has served as a worship leader at Perimeter Church in Atlanta since 2005. Her greatest joy is being a wife to Martin and mother to Josie, Ben, Griffin, and Timothy.

About Jennifer Schuchmann

Jennifer Schuchmann is a News York Times bestselling author of numerous books and he host of the television program Right Now with Jennifer Schuchmann.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Dale on March 03, 2020

After my last read, I needed something that showed a different view of society. I found it here, along with a book that raises issues about our view of God. Laura and Martin have not been married long when he is diagnosed with a brain tumour. They do what most believing Christians would do in that s......more

Goodreads review by Shannon on March 09, 2016

This book is a must-read! I rarely give 5 stars to a book, but this one deserves 6 or 7! It contains a little bit of everything: humor, marriage counseling, stories that made me cry, and always, from every page- words which point us in the direction of a loving Father who rarely fixes things the way......more

Goodreads review by Yibbie on January 12, 2021

I had never heard of Laura Story before I picked up this book. I have never heard her songs. (Yes, in some ways I live under a rock.) So perhaps I’m reviewing this book from a slightly unique perspective. I didn’t know she had gone on to bless thousands or that she was a Bible teacher. I didn’t kno......more

Goodreads review by Katelyn on July 12, 2016

Laura Story has done a wonderful job reminding us that God's truth vastly outweighs the myths of the world. She's honest with her story, from the struggles she faced with her husband's brain tumor and surgery, to accepting that they might never be able to have children (which they were). Truly a won......more

Goodreads review by Jennifer on April 28, 2023

"The answer to why doesn’t help us heal. But knowing that God’s glory can be displayed, even in the brokenness of our lives, gives us hope despite our circumstances. I promise you will find more purpose and joy in your life if you set aside the why and begin to ask how. How does my story fit into Go......more