__Look deep into the questions of your life and deep into the heart of God: there is no need to be afraid.__   
"Sam Wells has given us good medicine in this book that both diagnoses the fears of our times and offers the remedy of the gospel. In these engaging and wise essays, Wells addresses not only our fear of death but also our fear of life in all its messy complexity. With a deft mix of storytelling, biblical interpretation, and theological reflection, Wells assiduously tells us the truth about the world--a truth we can face because the way beyond fear is not through denial but through patience, hope, and courage. This is a timely and much-needed book for a church tempted to make self-protection more important than discipleship."  
--__Scott Bader-Saye__, Seminary of the Southwest  
  
"A modern-day C. S. Lewis, Sam Wells draws us closer to God's story of eternal love in Be Not Afraid. At times bracing, at other times funny, his words plumb the dark depths of despair and offer hope without triviality, correction without cruelty. This book is a witty, vulnerable, challenging delight, a perfect bedtime companion in dark nights of the soul and a worthy friend when the lights come back on."  
--__Lillian Daniel__, coauthor of This Odd and Wondrous Calling: The Public and Private Lives of Two Ministers; contributing editor at Leadership   
"In this book of reflections, Samuel Wells makes profound theological insight and artful language seem effortless. Each essay is a gem, the product of deep thought and the wordsmith's craft. This book is so directly addressed to the reader's heart and mind, so precisely on target about the fears that ensnare us, that Wells comes across not as a distant thinker but as a wise, understanding, and compassionate friend."  
--__Thomas G. Long__, Candler School of Theology, Emory University  
  
"Be Not Afraid is a word for our time, delivered with the thoughtfulness of C. S. Lewis and the authenticity of Billy Graham. Sam Wells is a great gift to the church today. Listen to him."  
--__Jonathan Wilson-Hartgrove__, author of New Monasticism

__Samuel Wells__ (PhD, University of Durham) is vicar of St. Martin-in-the-Fields Anglican Church at Trafalgar Square in London. He previously served as dean of the chapel and research professor of Christian ethics at Duke University. He is the author of several books, including Power and Passion and Improvisation: The Drama of Christian Ethics.

Does God heal? Where do I turn when my faith is fragile? How can I face my own death? Is there a gospel for the rich? In brief, to-the-point chapters, respected preacher and ethicist Samuel Wells lucidly and compassionately explores topics Christians are often reluctant to face--death, weakness, power, difference, faith, and living life to the full--and offers down-to-earth help in overcoming common fears in the life of faith. "The heart of the gospel speaks into the most numbing and terrifying moments of our lives with words of hope and joy amid fear and bewilderment," writes Wells. This book provides an intellectually rigorous but scripturally rooted and theologically accessible engagement with questions of faith.

A popular preacher and ethicist offers down-to-earth help on facing and overcoming common fears in the life of faith.

Introduction  
__Part 1: Be Not Afraid of Death__ 1. How to Die  
2\. Does God Heal?  
3\. May They Find in You a Blessing  
4\. So Much for Servant Ministry  
5\. The Five Ws  
__Part 2: Be Not Afraid of Weakness__ 6. Is There a Balm in Gilead?  
7\. The Hound of Heaven  
8\. Speak Tenderly to Jerusalem  
9\. Many a True Word  
10\. I Have No Need of You  
__Part 3: Be Not Afraid of Power__ 11. By What Authority?  
12\. But It Shall Not Be So with You  
13\. Giving with Your Head, Your Hand, and Your Heart  
14\. Is There a Gospel for the Rich?  
15\. The Education of Desire  
__Part 4: Be Not Afraid of Difference__ 16. You Are Not Your Own  
17\. Can We Talk?  
18\. Can We Still Call God "Father"?  
19\. Casualties of Destiny  
20\. The Three Realities of AIDS  
21\. He Is Our Peace  
__Part 5: Be Not Afraid of Faith__ 22. Time to Shed the Cloak  
23\. Born Again  
24\. What's Wrong with God  
25\. I Want to Know Christ  
26\. The Discipline of Joy  
__Part 6: Be Not Afraid of Life__ 27. One Day You Will Laugh  
28\. What Am I Going to Do with My Life?  
29\. Loving Yourself  
30\. A Criminal Waste  
31\. With Both Hands

\["For Christians facing fear and uncertainty in life", "Helps you confront difficult questions about faith", "You will find hope and strength in challenging times"\]

Be Not Afraid is an insightful eBook addressing faith and fear in life's toughest moments.

Wells, Samuel

Cover

Title Page

Copyright Page

Dedication

Preface

Acknowledgments

Introduction

Part 1: Be Not Afraid of Death

1 How to Die

2 Does God Heal?

3 May They Find in You a Blessing

4 So Much for Servant Ministry

5 The Five Ws

Part 2: Be Not Afraid of Weakness

6 Is There a Balm in Gilead?

7 The Hound of Heaven

8 Speak Tenderly to Jerusalem

9 Many a True Word

10 I Have No Need of You

Part 3: Be Not Afraid of Power

11 By What Authority?

12 But It Shall Not Be So with You

13 Giving with Your Head, Your Hand, and Your Heart

14 Is There a Gospel for the Rich?

15 The Education of Desire

Part 4: Be Not Afraid of Difference

16 You Are Not Your Own

17 Can We Talk?

18 Can We Still Call God "Father"?

19 Casualties of Destiny

20 The Three Realities of AIDS

21 He Is Our Peace

Part 5: Be Not Afraid of Faith

22 Time to Shed the Cloak

23 Born Again

24 What's Wrong with God

25 I Want to Know Christ

26 The Discipline of Joy

Part 6: Be Not Afraid of Life

27 One Day You Will Laugh

28 What Am I Going to Do with My Life?

29 Loving Yourself

30 A Criminal Waste

31 With Both Hands

Notes

Does God heal? Where do I turn when my faith is fragile? How can I face my own death? Is there a gospel for the rich? In brief, to-the-point chapters, respected preacher and ethicist Samuel Wells lucidly and compassionately explores topics Christians are often reluctant to face--death, weakness, power, difference, faith, and living life to the full--and offers down-to-earth help in overcoming common fears in the life of faith."The heart of the gospel speaks into the most numbing and terrifying moments of our lives with words of hope and joy amid fear and bewilderment," writes Wells. This book provides an intellectually rigorous but scripturally rooted and theologically accessible engagement with questions of faith.

"Be Not Afraid" by Samuel Wells addresses fears in faith, exploring topics like death and weakness. It offers scripturally grounded insights for Christians seeking hope and understanding.

\["For Christians seeking courage in challenging times", "Addresses fears about faith, death, and weakness", "You will find hope and strength to face life's trials"\]

This book helps you confront fears with faith in God.

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