When God Makes Lemonade
True Stories That Amaze and Encourage
- Christian Living
- Publisher: W Publishing Group (Thomas Nelson)
- Published: 2013
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Publisher's Description
Do you know someone who needs some encouragement? Perhaps that someone is you. In When God Makes Lemonade, author Don Jacobson has collected real-life stories from around the world that show everyday folks discovering unexpected sweetness in the midst of sour circumstances. Some are funny, others are sobering, and more than a few will bring tears of amazement. But these true stories all have one thing in common: hope. There's no question that life gives us "lemons," like issues with health, employment, and relationships. But when those lemons become lemonade, it's as refreshing as a cold drink on a hot summer day. It's true that in life "stuff" happens, but as you'll see in these stories, Lemonade Happens too!
Endorsements (11)
“My friend Don Jacobson has always been an amazing storyteller, with the ability to see and capture powerful truths in the events of our lives. And now in this book you can experience this gift for yourself. The heart-touching stories he shares are wonderful reminders that God is fully with us at all times, including when we have the hardest time seeing it. The encouragement Don shares reminds us that we can see beyond the hardships of this life and be showered with the hope and grace that ultimately come only from a heavenly Father who adores us always.”
“We all need hope, and this book offers just that— a tall glass of refreshing hope. Whether you take in these stories sip by sip or in one big gulp, you’ll be sweetly encouraged, and your faith in God’s sovereign goodness will be renewed.”
“Don Jacobson weaves together dramatic stories from the lives of everyday Christians to remind the rest of us to look for His touch on our lives. This book will encourage you and give you hope when you’re wondering why He doesn’t show up in the way you want Him to.”
“When God Makes Lemonade is an uplifting journey for anyone who’s been through something tough. Having recently lost both of my parents, I found that these stories brought me hope and encouragement.”
“I have been blessed with the pleasure of knowing Don through his personal journey of developing and refining what he calls a theology of hope. This isn’t just an inspirational ‘gift book,’ but Don’s heartbeat and belief that although bad things can happen to good people, God still makes lemonade and never wastes a hurt. Whether for a friend, relative, or yourself, When God Makes Lemonade could be the most life-changing and encouraging book you buy this year.”
“I love these lemonade stories! It’s where life is lived out authentically in the midst of the miraculous. Truly amazing! Truly divine!”
“From the moment I opened When God Makes Lemonade, I was captivated. What great stories! Weaving throughout each true story, the reader will discover a personalized gift just for them, the gift of hope and assurance that God is with you, always!”
“Don Jacobson has spent most of his life pushing others into the spotlight. In this book he uses his incredible gift of storytelling to remind us that God consistently uses the things that go wrong as a platform to demonstrate his goodness. When God Makes Lemonade is a great gift to a hurting culture that needs a fresh drink of hope.”
“When God Makes Lemonade is not a book about how all our pain gets neatly transformed into a package with an oversized bow; rather, it is a collection of glimpses into God’s goodness and surprising blessings in the midst of our suffering and often wayward choices. For those needing some lemon drop-sized encouragements, these stories will prove sweet.”
“Our world is fraught with darkness and brokenness. These stories remind us that the light has not been overcome, and that there is, in fact, hope. And hope, I believe, is something we all need.”
“This collection of stories is all about the amazing redemptive love of our God. Joshua received this command from the Lord: ‘Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go’ (Josh. 1:9 ESV). Reading these compelling stories of how God works even in the darkest moments is an inspiring reminder that God is, in fact, with us, and He will always make a way.”
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