When God Seems Distant: Surprising Ways God Deepens Our Faith and Draws Us Near
Feb 2026 · Baker Books
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Hidden in the spiritual desert are streams of living water
"The world desperately needs a distinctly gospel-focused vision of rest, soul replenishment, and restoration. Drawing deeply from the Scriptures and the rich treasures of Reformed spirituality, Strobel and Coe present us with a way to find eternal life even in life's deserts."--J. D. Greear, pastor and author
Far from being evidence that we're failing in our faith, spiritual dry seasons are actually part of God's plan to draw us into a deeper walk with him. With the wisdom and compassion of those who have been there, Kyle Strobel and John Coe invite you to draw near to the Lord as you walk through the differing seasons of the soul. They explain
● the purpose of the wilderness in the story of God's people--including our Savior
● why we need to unlearn our assumptions about spiritual growth
● how our spiritual lives actually benefit from times of dryness
● the need to refocus our hearts on Christ
If you have found yourself in the desert, desperately longing for the living waters Jesus promises, this book will assure you that God is not absent--and you may be on the cusp of experiencing a deeper faith.
"The world desperately needs a distinctly gospel-focused vision of rest, soul replenishment, and restoration. Drawing deeply from the Scriptures and the rich treasures of Reformed spirituality, Strobel and Coe present us with a way to find eternal life even in life's deserts."--J. D. Greear, pastor and author
Far from being evidence that we're failing in our faith, spiritual dry seasons are actually part of God's plan to draw us into a deeper walk with him. With the wisdom and compassion of those who have been there, Kyle Strobel and John Coe invite you to draw near to the Lord as you walk through the differing seasons of the soul. They explain
● the purpose of the wilderness in the story of God's people--including our Savior
● why we need to unlearn our assumptions about spiritual growth
● how our spiritual lives actually benefit from times of dryness
● the need to refocus our hearts on Christ
If you have found yourself in the desert, desperately longing for the living waters Jesus promises, this book will assure you that God is not absent--and you may be on the cusp of experiencing a deeper faith.
Hidden in the spiritual desert are streams of living water
"The world desperately needs a distinctly gospel-focused vision of rest, soul replenishment, and restoration. Drawing deeply from the Scriptures and the rich treasures of Reformed spirituality, Strobel and Coe present us with a way to fi...
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Michael King
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February 4, 2026
As maudlin as it sounds, this is a lifeline for anyone whose faith feels like it’s stuck in the 'mundane.' It moves past the 'aha moments' to address the guilt (or cynicism) we might feel when the initial fire fades. It’s an incredibly helpful guide for recognizing that God is closer than we think in those dry, dark deserts. A must-read for the weary or cynical, yet seasoned, believer.
About the author
Kyle Strobel is the director of the Institute for Spiritual Formation and the professor of spiritual theology and formation at Talbot School of Theology at Biola University. He lives in Fullerton, California, where he serves on the preaching team of Redeemer Church.
John Coe is a professor of spiritual theology and philosophy at Talbot School of Theology and Rosemead School of Psychology at Biola University. He lives in La Mirada, California.
Kyle and John are the coauthors of Where Prayer Becomes Real.
John Coe is a professor of spiritual theology and philosophy at Talbot School of Theology and Rosemead School of Psychology at Biola University. He lives in La Mirada, California.
Kyle and John are the coauthors of Where Prayer Becomes Real.
Kyle Strobel is the director of the Institute for Spiritual Formation and the professor of spiritual theology and formation at Talbot School of Theology at Biola University. He lives in Fullerton, California, where he serves on the preaching team of Redeemer Church.
John Coe is a professor of sp...
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