Of Joy and Sorrow

In her first book, Beth Wisner Jahnsen has brought together essays that not only lift the spirit, but give hope to those suffering through trials and losses.

REVIEWS

"So eloquent and deep. Her pain and vulnerability jump off the page. She is a warrior." Mark Newman

"Beth has a way of using words to hit the very depths of your heart - with a perfect balance of humor and truth. Her vulnerability and willingness to share her pain allows others to do the same and explore what joy God might be hiding in this crazy thing called life." Sierra Leeper

"With candor minus rancor, Beth's life vignettes speak to everyone who's known faith and doubt, magic and loss." Jerry Wilson

"Writing that share complex truths in a down to earth, understandable way. A lifetime of experiences that keep you turning pages." Steve Devries

FORWARD EXCERPT

"It is through honest and open accounts of heartbreak and defeat that we can find the most comfort. To know and understand that we are not the first to brave these waters of healing and becoming whole.

This collection of essays and short stories paint a beautiful picture of a woman torn apart by the hell that is life on earth only to stand up and say, 'We must keep going.' A completely broken woman who has been dragged thru the dirt and somehow gets up every single time to brush herself off.

Her writing is encouraging and open. I continue to stand in awe of her courageous spirit."Janae Lee Ann Tullo

EXCERPT FROM OF JOY AND SORROW

Why pain? Why heartbreak? Why is there so much suffering in the world? For healing, for victory, for the opportunity to love. God will use every loss, every hurt, all of our suffering to expose our purpose here. To rip away the veil of fear and the insecurities we cling to. God our Father does for us what may seem to be cruel at times, He allows us to experience the painful repercussions of a life lived by self-determination. He will draw us out, forcing us to use the gifts He's given us for eternal glory. To see ourselves, as He does - worthy.