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God Hides in Plain Sight: How to See the Sacred in a Chaotic World
God Hides in Plain Sight: How to See the Sacred in a Chaotic World
God Hides in Plain Sight: How to See the Sacred in a Chaotic World
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God Hides in Plain Sight: How to See the Sacred in a Chaotic World

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Have you ever had a conversation that went far deeper than the words spoken or an experience where you felt you had participated in something sacred? Although these situations may seem unexplainable, they are reminders that God's grace surrounds us constantly and shows up in manifold ways. In this colorful, story-driven introduction to sacramental living, veteran journalist Dean Nelson offers all Christians a way to see the presence of God amid the chaos and monotony of everyday life. Each chapter emphasizes a different kind of sacramental moment, showing how it can be a lens through which we can see more of God.
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Release dateSep 1, 2009
ISBN9781441204837
God Hides in Plain Sight: How to See the Sacred in a Chaotic World
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Dean Nelson

Dean Nelson is an award-winning journalist who writes for the New York Times as well as Sojourners and Christianity Today. He is author of 14 books.

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