No voice in the Western world is clearer and wiser than that of John Lennox. For all who want to pause to think, this is the book to read. -- Os Guinness (Author, Fool's Talk and Unspeakable)
In the last few months the world has changed. John has written a number of books but none before in the space of a week, as he has this one. Yet despite its brief gestation, this book puts the coronavirus pandemic into a historical, scientific, theological and personal perspective that will help all of us who are in the midst of this crisis to view the situation though a wider-angled lens. -- Dr David Cranston (Associate Professor of Surgery, University of Oxford; Governing Body Fellow of Green Templeton College)
This is a timely, well written piece that helps us maintain perspective on eternity during these difficult times. John does a phenomenal job tackling some very important questions that many of us and those around us are facing as COVID-19 continues to sweep across the globe. This is a biblical, gospel-centered reminder that God is still on his throne, and he is leading us into a world where all sad things will come untrue -- J.D. Greear (President, the Southern Baptist Convention; Lead Pastor, Summit Church, Durham, NC)
The question, 'Where is God in a coronavirus world?' is one many are asking in the midst of a world that seemingly changed overnight. Thankfully, John Lennox compassionately engages the problem of suffering with insight and understanding. His thoughtful analysis is a needed and welcome perspective in these difficult days. -- Melissa Kruger (Director of The Gospel Coalition’s Women’s Initiatives)
A clear, compassionate and critical read for these times. This book will give those who believe renewed confidence in why they believe; and it will help those yet to believe to find the key answers they seek. -- Keith and Kristyn Getty (Songwriters)
A timely reminder of eternal truths. Writing with warmth, care and insight, John Lennox addresses some of the questions and fears many of us are wrestling with right now. -- Michael Ramsden (President, Ravi Zacharias International Ministries (RZIM))
Which of us hasn’t been confronted with urgent and deep questions as we have faced the threat of the coronavirus? John Lennox’s engaging and profound book will help both committed Christians and the open-minded of any faith or none find answers from the Christian faith that provide both perspective and hope. -- Vaughan Roberts (Rector of St Ebbe's Oxford, UK; Director of the Proclamation Trust)
How are we to make sense of a threatening global pandemic that has brought life to a standstill? Where is God? How could he have allowed this? Professor Lennox brings his deep grasp of science and his passionate Christian faith together to reflect on our frightening predicament. This profound but easily accessible book does not claim to have all the answers but certainly addresses the big questions and will help you make sense of the challenges we all face together. -- Dr Peter Saunders (CEO, International Christian Medical and Dental Association (ICMDA))
Warm, thoughtful, and engaging without ducking the issues, John Lennox puts in far better words what so many of us would want to say. -- Hugh Palmer (Rector, All Souls Langham Place, London)
If you need true comfort, support, and hope for life in these strange times, this timely book is the shot in the arm you’re looking for. John Lennox helps us intellectually, emotionally, and spiritually in the perplexing world of Covid-19, not with the trite positivity of social media memes, but with clear thinking and solid foundations. To cope right now — to banish fear and feel connected — turn off Netflix, YouTube, and Disney, and read this instead. -- Dr Lee Gatiss (Director of Church Society and author of The Forgotten Cross.)
