When I Lay My Isaac Down: Unshakable Faith in Unthinkable Circumstances

You?re never ready for calamity to strike. Carol Kent and her husband Gene were devastated by the news that their son killed his wife?s ex-husband. Gene and Carol were buoyed in their faith by eight principles, gleaned from the story of Abraham and Isaac: Over the course of eight chapters Carol explores the power of unthinkable circumstances, relinquishment, heartache, community, hope, faith, joy, and speaking up. Review ?If I were to read only one book this year, it would beWhen I Lay My Isaac Down. This honest, heart-wrenching story caused me to look deep within and say to God, ?Yes, I am willing to give up what I love to You who loves me more.??Linda Dillow, author of Calm My Anxious Heart and Intimacy Ignited?Carol Kent has poured her heart onto these pages, sharing her tragic and ­triumphant journey with breathtaking honesty. Her compassion for others lifts this story far above a simple testimony to God?s faithfulness.When I Lay My Isaac Down is about a believer?s faith put to the ultimate test.?Liz Curtis Higgs, bestselling author of Bad Girls of the Bible?What a rare treasure it is to weep, mourn, and rejoice with Carol, finding in her words the strength in Christ to let go of my ?Isaacs.? Please receive Carol?s invitation to take up our crosses together, knowing that with God, the story isn?t over.?Bonnie Keen, writer/recording artist of the song Isaac?Carol consoles others with the very same comfort she has received through God?s ever-present mercy. For anyone facing the unique heartbreak of having to surrender what feels like a part of yourself, this book is a must-read.?Michelle McKinney Hammond, author of The Diva Principle?Carol has faithfully laid down her life for the gospel. And now, God has asked her to lay down her most precious treasure?her only son. Today, Carol has come away from the altar gloriously transformed . . . so will you.?Kathy Troccoli, author, speaker, recording artist?For all those experiencing Job?s dark day in the present, and for all whose day is yet to come, this book points the way to the dawn of a new day.?Jill Briscoe, speaker, author of A Little Pot of Oil