Finding Quiet: Endorsements
April 29, 2019
J.P. Moreland's latest book, Finding Quiet, received endorsements from key leaders in the Evangelical spiritual formation movement, among philosophers, and key psychologists. Here is a sample of what people have been saying:
Finding Quiet is a deeply moving, honest, and helpful resource. J. P. Moreland writes from his heart and out of his personal experiences about his own pathway back from anxiety and depression to peace and joy. Make no mistake, this philosopher is also a soulologist who has written a book that is holistic, prac- tical, and a must-read for Christians who are experiencing anxi- ety and depression. Here you will find an excellent complement to the process of Christian counseling and psychotherapy.
GARY W. MOON, executive director of the Martin Institute for Christianity and Culture and Dallas Willard Center, Westmont College, and author of Becoming Dallas Willard: The Formation of a Philosopher, Teacher, and Christ Follower
Don’t be fooled by the title. Finding Quiet doesn’t minimize depression one bit or offer superficial solutions. Its well- researched ideas combine depth and practicality, providing a path to survive—even thrive—in living in the fullness of God.
JAN JOHNSON, author of When the Soul Listens and coauthor of Renovation of the Heart in Daily Practice
J. P. Moreland is not only a leading philosopher; he’s also a man who has seen sore affliction due to stress and anxiety. In light of his candid account of his recovery from two nervous breakdowns, J. P. explains how broken people can find peace and wholeness through counseling, meditation, prayer, and medication. As a philosopher, he makes a strong case for his positions. I found especially helpful his argument for Christians taking medications that help with depression and anxiety. But he is more than philosophical; he’s pastoral. He uses his expe- rience and research to help mend wounded people. In this, he is like Jesus, who was given “a well-instructed tongue to know the word that sustains the weary” (Isaiah 50:4). This book will help me find some of the joy and serenity I’ve lost in recent years.
DOUGLAS GROOTHUIS, professor of philosophy at Denver Seminary and author of Walking through Twilight: A Wife’s Illness—A Philosopher’s Lament
Anxiety and depression are unfortunately far too common and can be highly severe, even life-threatening. J. P. Moreland’s book is a personal, vulnerable, and instructive guide from his own narrative to what has helped him and to what can make a difference to the reader. His biblical references are especially enlightening. Highly recommended.
DR. JOHN TOWNSEND, New York Times bestselling author of Boundaries and founder of the Townsend Institute for Leadership and Counseling
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