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Book SynopsisA beautiful Christian book on lament ideal for anyone looking to better understand how the tradition of lament and joy work together, and how they can make them a part of their everyday spiritual formation.
Trade Review‘If anyone is qualified to teach on joy, it is someone who has struggled to find it. Rachael Newham beautifully navigates the apparent paradox that deep joy can only flow out of honest lament. Rachael makes joy accessible to people who believe it is beyond their reach.’ * The Revd Will van der Hart, founder, Mind and Soul Foundation *
‘Lament can often be an uncomfortable topic, yet Rachael bravely and sensitively tackles it head on, showing us the importance of addressing our pain and wrestling with God. This honest account will inspire you towards hope, helping you to find joy in the most unexpected places. I highly recommend this book to anyone who needs to know that there is a "yet" in the midst of their suffering.’ * Ruth Jackson, presenter and producer at Premier’s Unbelievable *
'"And yet" – two little words that bind together the twin realities of grief, depression, sickness and poverty and God’s loving, eternal, comforting presence. Rachael has done fierce battle with her mental health and chosen to remain engaged with God, discovering along the way the gift of lament and the joy to which it gives birth. Make this book your friend – live with it, pray with it, write notes in the margins and let it lead you into the deep heart-knowledge that you are not alone.’ * Jo Swinney, Director of Communications, A Rocha International, and author of Home: The quest to belong *
