Walking Through Fire: A Memoir of Loss and Redemption

Vaneetha Risner's life was filled with loss, suffering, questioning, and anger, but she found peace and joy through her faith in Christ. Despite experiencing four miscarriages, the death of her son, and a diagnosis of post-polio syndrome, she found intimacy with God in her suffering and learned that it can be beautiful.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 19 January 2021
Publisher: Thomas Nelson Publishers

The remarkable,Job-like journey of how a life characterized by loss, suffering, questioning, and anger transformed into a life filled with unexpected and incomprehensible peace and joy is truly awe-inspiring.

Vaneetha Risner's life took an unexpected turn when she contracted polio as an infant, leading to widespread paralysis. She endured a decade of hospital stays, each followed by a return to a life filled with bullying. Despite her initial hopes that becoming a Christian would bring ease, her journey was far from straightforward. She experienced carefree college days, secured a dream job in Boston, and earned an MBA from Stanford. However, life once again took an unexpected turn when she faced four miscarriages, the tragic loss of her son due to a doctor's mistake, and a diagnosis of post-polio syndrome, which threatened to make her a quadriplegic.

In the face of overwhelming adversity, Vaneetha discovered that her experiences were all part of a divine plan to draw her closer to Christ. She learned that intimacy with God in the midst of suffering could be breathtakingly beautiful. Through her pain and struggles, she found solace in her faith and found a renewed sense of purpose.

Vaneetha's story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of unwavering faith. It reminds us that even in the darkest of times, there is always hope for a brighter tomorrow. Her journey serves as a reminder that we should never give up on our dreams, even when faced with seemingly insurmountable obstacles. Instead, we should trust in the Lord and allow him to guide us through the challenges we face.

In conclusion, Vaneetha's story is a powerful reminder of the transformative power of faith and the resilience of the human spirit. It is a testament to the fact that even in the face of adversity, there is always hope for a better tomorrow. We should all strive to live our lives with faith, hope, and love, and to trust in the Lord to guide us through the challenges we face.

Weight: 228g
Dimension: 140 x 212 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781400218110