Some of you still might be wondering if Beyond Cancer’s Scars is a book for you. Here are a few thoughts from readers who’ve read the book:
“I was diagnosed with stage one breast cancer in April 2009. . . . Since that time I have felt most all of the emotions you wrote about in your book. The final battle has been with feeling that my life is over and I am just waiting to die. Your book has helped me to see beyond cancer and to move forward. . . . As you said in your book, I can now say with enthusiasm, ‘Cancer has given me far more than it has taken from me.’ I stood up during a time of praise at Sunday morning worship to praise and thank God for the healing He is doing in my life and to thank Him for cancer. Thank you for sharing your emotions during your desert experience because it has given me the Hope I needed.” –“S” from NC
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“I am only on page 37, and I ordered 2 more books to share. . . . I realized when I read on page 21 that it is so true that people ‘need a faith-based resource to serve as a companion for their (cancer) journey.’ I have not had cancer but realize ‘everybody has a story’ (like the title of your one chapter). I could feel some of your pain about your cancer experience. On the other side of the coin, I could feel the hope that you offer in all situations because of your stories of faith.
Thank you for writing this book! I believe it has helped many people already and will continue to help others.” –“C” from NC
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“Elaine Olsen has written a book that will touch your heart, give you hope, and point you in the right direction for dealing with the ‘something’ in your life. From a soul attuned to the path of victory for life’s journey, her words bring clear understanding to the phrase – God is faithful. Divided into 40 short devotionals, this book reads like an encouraging letter from a close friend, that will be reread many times to glean another morsel of much needed truth.
Elaine’s take on Paul’s admonition to ‘live on’ will inspire you to move forward in your journey – whether it includes cancer or’ something’ else. The stories of her daughter’s bike ride and the family’s trip to the zoo will bring tears to your eyes and cause your heart to swell with anticipation of something greater.
Everyone needs to read this book. I can guarantee no one will be disappointed.” –Karen from GA
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“It won’t take you long to recognize yourself on these pages, whether you’ve ever had cancer or not. I haven’t, and by the end of page 2, I already knew there were many lessons here for me.
These words are about so much more than cancer, although she shares both her struggles and rough times so honestly, it will be a treasure for cancer patients and their families. This book, with questions at the end of each chapter, and also a facilitator format, is ideal for churches to offer in a group or small group setting.
The secrets she shares here are for every one of us. They are principles for living, God’s way. There isn’t anyone who travels this journey of life without ‘something’, be it cancer, or some other form of suffering. But as Elaine so clearly says, all of our ‘somethings’ matter to God, are known to Him, and will be transformed in our lives for good, because of His grace. Get the book!” –Sonja from TX
Still not convinced? Then, perhaps, reading the Prologue and first chapter of Beyond Cancer’s Scars might help you to decide. Click on the following link: Beyond Cancers’ Scars_Chapter 1
To view the book trailer and/or to order your copy, click here.
Have a great weekend!
I’d love to hear from you . . . why might you need a book like this?
Elaine, thanks for giving us a peek. I skimmed over it quickly to get a feel for your approach and format and loved that you included questions for thought at the end. I need to get a copy sometime soon — I may put it on my Christmas list! 🙂
Thanks for taking a peek, Cheryl. I write like I like to read . . . devotionally and with application questions.
I am eager to return to the states to begin reading my own copy. I’ve no doubt it’ll be chocked full of the depths & breadth of your heart, Elaine.
I have my copy sitting on my desk. It is next in my stack….cannot wait to learn from you, dear friend.
I haven’t had the opportunity to delve into your new book. I’ve been traveling for business and working & reworking a business plan, trying to put something together. I also haven’t been feeling well. Got an inhaler, thinking it was asthma, but it hasn’t made any difference what so ever. Of course, my mind goes to recurrence, so I have an appt w/my family physician Tuesday. Pretty sure he’ll send me for tests.
XOXOXO,
Brenda
My heart and prayers are with you, Brenda. Please let me know how it goes on Tuesday.
Elaine,
It sounds like your book is also for anyone who is going through a tough challenge, maybe even raising a teen challenge – and not letting that challenge break you – and then, once the challenge has passed – to learn to live again outside the challenge. I think I just might need to pick this up!