A modern day Therese of Lisieux

My life is very little. I can’t walk; I can’t sit up straight; I can’t feed myself. If you and I meet, the first thing you’ll notice will be my body crumpled in a wheelchair. Once I could at least sit up, but now my weak neck and spine are bent so badly that my head falls heavily upon my left shoulder and my hunched back. So writes Christina Chase, whose “littleness” is as humble as that of the Little Flower, and whose spiritual power is, by every discernible measure, of comparable intensity. Crippled though she is, Christina’s fearful disabilities have led her not into anger or despair, but rather into a profound and exceptional encounter with God’s love itself. Christina has been graced with extraordinary insights into the similar helplessness of Jesus Christ, the majestic King of the universe.  When born of the Virgin Mary, Jesus entered into a condition similar to Christina’s: unable to feed Himself or even lift His head. From that littleness — hers and His — Christina draws forth a marvelous wisdom that shows that as creatures we are all, in a sense, paralyzed. But no matter. For out of infinite love for us, Jesus chose to join us in our littleness in order to save us! Christ exposed Himself to the limitations of time, space and circumstance, even subjecting Himself to death on the Cross. Author Christina Chase and her father These pages by brilliantly inspired, wheelchair-bound Christina make clear how much Jesus loves you, no matter how little or crippled you may be, spiritually or otherwise. Yes, He loves you! Meditating on this magnificent fact yields a joy that transcends even the greatest physical or mental suffering . . . . . . a joy that is Christina’s, despite her abject physical state, and that can, with the help of this stunning book, be yours as well. It's Good to Be Here: A Disabled Woman's Reflections on God in the Flesh and the Sacred Wonder of Being Human by Christina Chase Paperback | eBook 192 pages Paperback price: $17.95  Today's Sale Price: $15.99 BUY NOW What Readers Are Saying: “A terrifically well written book about the true nature of God and his love for us in this fallen world.” "A refreshing new look at spirituality and gratitude for being created by our God to live in this world." “As a mother of a child with a chronic medical condition, I found Christina Chase's vibrant, clear and poetic reflections to be an invaluable resource of reflection and hope.” “A treasure for anyone experiencing suffering or a time of trial.” “She reflects clearly and often bluntly on what it means to be mortal and rejoices in her adoption as a daughter of God.” “If your faith needs a boost, or if you have any doubts about the value of life or the powerful influence of each and every person upon one another, read this book.”   Why does God hide from those who yearn to hear His voice? In good times and bad, there’s just silence . . . the awful silence of God. Now comes Why God Hides, the magnum opus of Fr. John Portavella, written after many decades of listening to God’s silence – in his own life and in those of thousands of his parishioners. Fr. Portavella unveils the Face of God in the trials and joys of our daily lives and in the events of salvation history, and in doing so, reveals God’s sweet voice speaking in every circumstance. Why God Hides is a remarkable, book that shatters our expectations by providing myriad glimpses of this supposedly “hidden God,” bringing with each one a deep consolation for which we have long yearned. Get TWO books for only $24.99! BUY THE SET Order online above, or call 1-800-888-9344 www.SophiaInstitute.com   Invite friends to receive our newsletters and get these books for FREE! LEARN MORE Get one discounted book per month—and never pay shipping! Learn more: