Lonely House: Strength for Times of Loss [Paperback]

Lowell O. Erdahl (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 1, 1989

The Lonely House by Lowell O. Erdahl is a devotional reading book that has daily devotional and bible readings. Some of the  topics covered in this devotional reading
- Daily devotional reading
- Daily devotions
- Bible reading
- Devotional reading

When someone whom we cared about is suddenly gone from our lives, it can be devastating. The grieving process can stretch over several months. Here is a tested and proven resource for those who need a daily companion during such a time of loss. The author provides daily readings for sixteen weeks following the loss of a significant other. The promises of God in Jesus Christ are central in each message.

My wife and I found this book most helpful when we were struggling with our grief following the lightning bolt death of our 25-year-old son. We found The Lonely House to be a source of real comfort.
Merton Strommen
Founder, Search Institute and
Augsburg Youth and Family Institute
Minneapolis, Minnesota

Lowell O. Erdahl is Bishop Emeritus of the Saint Paul Area Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. He has served as a parish pastor and seminary professor. He is the author of Ten For Our Time, Pro-Life/Pro-Peace, Be Good To Each Other (co-authored with Carol Erdahl), and Ten Habits For Effective Ministry.

The Lonely Houseis a devotional reading book that has daily devotional and bible readings.

Product Details

• Paperback: 121 pages
• Publisher: CSS Publishing Company; Revised edition (February 1, 1989)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1556731175
• ISBN-13: 978-1556731174
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.4 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,398,410 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars THE LONELY HOUSE, STRENGTH FOR TIMES OF LOSS, June 10, 2001

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rose crochunis (minersville, pa United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Lonely House: Strength for Times of Loss (Paperback)

This is a must have book in the time of Grieving. A freind gave this book to me because of the tough time of loosing my spouse. Without this book I would be so LOST! I am able to read it over and over again. Evey time it helps. This is a very special book that you need to read due to a Loss in your Life. There is something very special in this to help every one. This is a tested and proven resource book that is just so great. It supplies you with 16 weeks of daily readings with prayer and a wonderful thought for the day. With the loss of someone very special to you, I guarantee this will be a Significant Help to you or a great gift for that special friend who needs comforting!!

5.0 out of 5 stars A book on dealing with loss: Lonely House, July 14, 2011

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Marilynn J. Sumner "book lover" (Hartford, KY USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Lonely House: Strength for Times of Loss (Paperback)

I first thought this book was a novel, until I recieved it. I have dealt with many losses, so can relate with this book. I look forward to reading it.