Do Not Lose Heart: Meditations of Encouragement and Comfort [Hardcover]

Dave Dravecky (Author), Jan Dravecky (Author), Steve Halliday (Author), Thomas Kinkade (Illustrator)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1, 1998

This devotional by Dave and Jan Dravecky will encourage and comfort those who suffer, grieve, and in other ways find themselves in need of hope in life's marathon race for God.

Editorial Reviews

Review

'When suffering has you groping through a dense cloud of despair, you need someone who can cut through the fog and lead the way. Dave and Jan light the path with this book that reads easy and runs deep.' -- Joni Eareckson Tada, Author, Author

--This text refers to the Paperback edition.

From the Publisher

Sooner or later, suffering touches us all. It may be personal pain--the loss of a mate, a debilitating illness, a financial disaster. It may be the pain of someone we're close to--a friend or loved one whose grief leaves us groping for words of comfort. Dave and Jan Dravecky understand suffering. Dave's bout with cancer resulted in the removal of his left arm and the end of his career as a stand-out pitcher for the San Francisco Giants. The shattering losses in Jan's life, including her husband's amputation, led her into a dark valley of depression that only God's grace could bring her out of. The Draveckys' experiences give them credence when they tell hurting people, Do Not Lose Heart. Based on the Scripture passage that has become the Draveckys' motto, 2 Corinthians 4:16-18, this devotional is for people who are struggling. People who don't need abstract theology and, quite frankly, can't concentrate enough for lengthy reading, but who long for a few wise, uplifting words from fellow Christians who know what it's like.Featuring the luminous artwork of internationally renowned painter Thomas Kinkade, Do Not Lose Heart is a comforting and uplifting union of word and image. Dave, Jan, and well-known Christian writers such as Joni, C. H. Spurgeon, D. L. Moody, C. S. Lewis, and Oswald Chambers share the encouragement of Scripture and the peace that comes from knowing and walking with God. Their messages of hope, consolation, insight, and joy are reflected in the warm glow of Thomas Kinkade's art, which speaks to the spirit in its own inspiring language of color and light. A feast for the eye as well as the heart, Do Not Lose Heart is the perfect introduction to Zondervan's new category of encouragement books. This beautifully written, attractively designed devotional will be a daily source of joy, reassurance, and comfort for anyone who suffers or grieves.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 176 pages
• Publisher: Zondervan (April 1, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0310217067
• ISBN-13: 978-0310217060
• Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.6 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,625,517 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Dave Dravecky is the best-selling author of eight inspirational books, including his gripping story, Comeback. He and his wife, Jan, live in Denver, Colorado, where Endurance, his ministry to encourage those who are facing serious illness, loss or depression, is located.

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7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars "True" to it's name: Encouragement and Comfort, February 12, 2000

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Roberta C Bolus (Tennessee) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Do Not Lose Heart: Meditations of Encouragement and Comfort (Hardcover)

My husband was diagnosed with cancer a year ago. A special friend passed this book along to us, as we face this battle. It is truly a book of encouragement, comfort and insight. Co-written with his wife, Dan Dravecky utilizes scripture to give new insight to life and expound on the promises of Christ. A book you will turn back to over and over again. A special gift for someone you know is facing a difficult time in their life related to illness. A gift.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Relax, read and be revived!!, February 26, 2004

By A Customer

This review is from: Do Not Lose Heart: Meditations of Encouragement and Comfort (Hardcover)

The title of this book is exactly what is inside the cover.." Meditations of Comfort and Encouragement" It is written by a man who knows first hand what it is like to struggle and to be discouraged. We all face obstacles in our lives and sometimes do not know how to rise above them. The author gently gives encouragement, and comfort to those who are needing help in this area. There are several pages with art work of Thomas Kinkade(the Painter of light). You will be blessed ...

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing! What a blessing!, February 27, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Do Not Lose Heart: Meditations of Encouragement and Comfort (Hardcover)

This book will be one of your best friends while going through cancer or any other terrible illness. What incredible insight and encouragement this book has brought to me as I face my husbands terminal illness. A most appropriate gift for anyone facing like trials.