If God Is in Control, Why Is My Life Such a Mess?

by Michael Youssef

An encouraging look at why bad things happen to good people and God's compassion for the spiritually exhausted.

Genres: Christian

Paperback

First published October 11, 1998

About the author

Michael Youssef is the founder and president of Leading The Way with Dr. Michael Youssef, a worldwide ministry that leads the way for people living in spiritual darkness to discover the light of Christ through the creative use of media and on-the-ground ministry teams (www.LTW.org). His weekly television programs and daily radio programs are broadcast in 25 languages and seen worldwide, airing more than 13,000 times per week. He is also the founding pastor of The Church of The Apostles in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. Youssef was born in Egypt, but in 1984, he fulfilled a childhood dream of becoming an American citizen. He holds numerous degrees, including a PhD in social anthropology from Emory University. He has authored more than 35 books, including recent popular titles The Barbarians Are Here and Jesus, Jihad and Peace. He and his wife have four grown children and eight grandchildren.

Reviews

[Darleen Cole warren · Rating 5 out of 5]

loved this book, it explained a lot about the bible in layman's terms. i understand more now. seeing the bible in a different way. learned to trust in God. pray.....

[Ruth · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely love this book, it is full of wisdom and encouragement. I will definitely be reading it again sometime.

[Dr. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book on why life can seem so messed up. Written in plain understandable words, one gets encouraged about where they are and what they feel. A real must read.

[Sue Grise · Rating 1 out of 5]

Excruciatingly negative and self-righteous throughout