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A collection of Scripture-based readings that offer encouragement to individuals dealing with illness, loss, or other personal problems.

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1 author picked Beside Still Waters as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

Over the past 15 years, I’ve walked through layers and layers of trials – including chronic illness in myself and all four of my children, special needs in one of our kids, a degenerative ankle that has led to six ankle surgeries, depression, and several seasons of financial struggle. During times when I haven’t had much capacity to read in large chunks, I have found Beside Still Waters to be a comfort and encouragement. Charles Spurgeon writes with profound insight and eloquence, but in a down-to-earth way.

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