A quiet mind to suffer with: mental illness, trauma, and the death of Christ 

Reviewed by:

Ceil Carey, retired public librarian and long time book discussion leader

Title:

A quiet mind to suffer with: mental illness, trauma, and the death of Christ 

Author:

John Andrew Bryant

Publisher:

Lexham Press

https://lexhampress.com/

Date:

2023

Format:

Paperback

Length:

293 pages

Overview:

This is a hard book, a difficult book to read and even, at times, to comprehend the author’s meaning. During his mental breakdown and in the psych ward, Bryant relates in almost poetic language, the extremes of emotion and despair that he experiences.

The author would like to answer suffering, to understand it and actually there is no total understanding of it other than being part of Jesus’ suffering and encountering His holiness.

Rating:

4 out of 5

Suggested audience:

Particularly those interested in mental illness and how that relates to Christians and our experiences.

Christian impact:

The author’s aim is to draw readers into Christ’s nearness in his suffering during his mental illness.

Also includes:

-Scripture references

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