The God Who Weeps

How Mormonism Makes Sense of Life

By: Terryl Givens, Fiona Givens

Narrated by: Fiona Givens

"Whether by design or by chance," Terryl and Fiona Givens write, "we find ourselves in a universe filled with mystery. We encounter appealing arguments for a Divinity that is a childish projection, for prophets as scheming or deluded imposters, and for scripture as so much fabulous fiction. But there is also compelling evidence that a glorious Divinity presides over the cosmos, that His angels are strangers we have entertained unawares, and that His word and will are made manifest through a sacred canon that is never definitively closed.

What we choose to embrace, to be responsive to, is the purest reflection of who we are and what we love. That is why faith, the choice to believe, is in the final analysis, an action that is positively laden with moral significance." As humans, we are, like the poet John Keats, "straining at particles of light in the midst of a great darkness." And yet, the authors describe a version of life's meaning that is reasonable - and radically resonant.

It tells of a God whose heart beats in sympathy with ours, who set His heart upon us before the world was formed, who fashioned the Earth as a place of human ascent, not exile, and who has the desire and the capacity to bring the entire human family home again.

©2012 Terryl L. Given (P)2012 Shadow Mountain

Critic reviews

"I read this fine book in order better to understand what Mormons believe about divine compassion, and it certainly gave me that. But more important: I received in reading it some deeply personal lessons about the tears of God." (Richard J. Mouw, PhD, President and Professor of Christian Philosophy, Fuller Theological Seminary)

"Writing from the perspective of Mormon faith, Terryl and Fiona Givens have produced a work of theological reflection that has much to offer not only to Latter-Day Saints, but to intellectually and morally serious men and women of every religious persuasion who ponder the mystery of a God who, though profoundly transcendent, reveals Himself to us, offers us His friendship, and even shares our joys and sorrows." (Robert P. George, McCormick Professor of Jurisprudence, Princeton University, author of The Meaning of Marriage: Family, State, Market, and Morals)

Wonderful narration

Really interesting approach to doctrine. The narrator made it sound like poetry. Rarely do I ever listen to a book twice but I will listen to this one again. Loved it.

Loved it!

These types of thoughts and conclusions can only derive from the context of truth of the restored gospel.

great book I loved the narrator

great book I love the narrator relaxing and calming to listen to very uniquely informative

Narration

the first time I listen to this book I did not enjoy it. something about the narration bothered me. I listen to it again a couple years later and really enjoyed the message and the narration wasn't as bad as the first time.

Loved it!

I loved this book and I loved the narrator. So poetic in structure and yet so meaningful to me. Well done.

Lots of philosophy references. Solid ending.

I was a Philosophy major and was surprised to see this book address the world view and cite to so many of the philosophers I was familiar with.

This book in my opinion is the essence of “come let us reason together.”

I found the beginning slow, but I believe it finishes strong. I may have to read it again though.

Side note: Fiona Givens is one of the most pleasant voices I have ever listened to on Audible. I could listen to her read anything I believe and I’d enjoy it.

Sublimely moving

Beautiful and encouraging truths. I want to give this book to everyone I know. It makes so much sense and highlights the hopeful truths of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Eloquently written, describing our most loving God

This book gives new meaning to the phrase a loving all merciful God. Fiona's voice is heavenly to listen to, and her and her husband's words inspire and captivate.

On a side note, their mastery of the English language allows them to use extensive descriptive language. If you're looking for an easy read, this is probably not what you're looking for. But if you're looking for something to ponder, touch your heart, and help bring you closer to a oving father in heaven, then get this book! Can't wait to read their next book The Crucible of Doubt!

A beautiful book

This beautiful description of a God worth worshiping is deliciously read. I’ve listened twice and am currently on my third listen. It’s so full of nuggets you will need to have a thorough study to get as many nuggets as possible.

Further light and knowledge

Line upon line, precept upon precept. This book enlightened my mind and my soul. Loved it. Have already listened tp many chapters 2 or 3 times. I listen while I walk. If I listen at night, Fiona's soothing voice puts me to sleep in about 2 minutes. I suppose that a good thing for my subconscious. In that case. I 'read' several times over!