"Passionate spiritual guide to living a purposeful Christian life."

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• Publishers Weekly BookLife Review

Looking at the world we live in today, many people may be confused, discouraged, and even depressed. They might find themselves asking tough questions about life, such as:

Why is there so much suffering in the world?

We see severe physical and mental illnesses, broken families, deadly global pandemics, and massive natural disasters. We see relentless job and financial insecurities, abject poverty, senseless violence against innocent people, and horrific wars.

In fact, we humans are pointing over 10,000 nuclear warheads at each other, which would be enough to wipe ourselves out of existence many times over with only the push of a button.

In the meantime, many lies, frauds, and evil acts go unpunished.

Is there any way out of this chaos and madness?

What is the meaning of life amid all these afflictions?

What brings real happiness? Is it fame and wealth?

Some talk about God, but why would God allow such terrible things to happen if a good and just God exists? Why would God not stop these calamities now?

Others advocate that "liberating yourself" will bring freedom and happiness. But would setting our own rules and caring only about our interests work in a society of billions of people?

As for religion, is it compatible with science? And even if it is consistent with science, how can I even consider Christianity when I see so-called Christians misbehave that it comes across as being somewhat hypocritical? What about other religions? Do they not offer working solutions, too? Are there differences, and if so, what are they?

George Chiou was born and raised in Taiwan. When he was 32, while working in the U.S., he was profoundly transformed from a nominal, traditional Christian to a genuinely born-again believer. At 46, he quit his well-paying job and enrolled in a seminary. After graduation, Mr. Chiou served as a pastor and later as a college professor.

In his book, Chiou shares his down-to-earth personal experiences, including how he was truly saved and what it is like in his daily life to be free from the fear of helplessness, sickness, and death and to be filled with the peace and wisdom that only Jesus brings.

Moreover, he will introduce the beliefs of the world's major religions, offer his analyses and thoughts on each faith, and explain why Christianity makes the most sense. In addition, Chiou will answer many more questions people ask.

Above all, Chiou shares that everyone can truly be saved if they want to, and how to begin growing in their faith and learn to live a new life that is purposeful, hopeful, and even joyful, despite the challenges and difficulties they might face in the world.

Mr. Chiou holds a master's degree in business administration and a master's in theology. He and his wife of 39 years, Margaret, live in Florida.