Sleeping in a sinking boat: finding peace in the middle of the storm

Endorsements Reading this book will be like sitting with Terry the pastor and teacher in a series of worthwhile encounters. He will gently and honestly guide you through cogent thoughtful biblical reflections that will enable you to face your fears and to grow in faith and trust in the Lord. I encourage you to study this book a chapter at a time believing you will be encouraged and strengthened in your relationship with Christ and your desire to be more like Christ. John Bond, Global Ambassador for Dynamic Church Planting International and Founding Director of Lifestreams Global Family. I have had a privilege to share with others in Africa the regular devotions written by Brother Terry Nightingale which have transformed many Church leaders in Africa. Brother Terry has taken a step further to write this book which comes at a time when people are struggling in many ways in life, struggling to find peace in the midst of the storm. This book takes us to a sound Bible based Scriptural basis coupled with some personal reflection. What is more exciting about this book is a summary of reflective questions at the end of each chapter. I highly recommend this book to everyone going through any storms of life. It is a must read and I will personally publicise it to different Churches in the African continent. Karl Malotane, Academic Dean, Theological College of Southern Africa We all experience storms in life – they can be overwhelming. In “Sleeping in a Sinking Boat”, Terry Nightingale interacts with the accounts of Jonah and Jesus sleeping in a boat while a storm raged. From these and other biblical stories he offers insightful counsel. The material is rich, and its application is clear. The author’s honesty is striking. As he unpacks his own story we realise the validity of the book’s subtitle, for this is about ‘finding peace in the middle of the storm.’ The book will help you, regardless of the storm you are facing. Dr Brian Harris, Director, AVENIR Leadership Institute and author of 7 books, including Stirrers and Saints: Forming Spiritual Leaders of Skill, Depth and Character. In this book, Terry Nightingale leads us step-by-step through the story of Jesus first sleeping through and then calming, a raging storm. This devotional meditation, richly informed by substantial study of the Scriptures, will encourage all Christians to trust in God more deeply, and in so doing, to find the peace that Jesus has promised. Dr Michael O’Neill, Dean of Strategic Relationships (WA); Lecturer in Christian Thought and History. Morling College, Vose Campus, Perth, Western Australia