“Most people believe in God,” says Jim Denney, author of Answers to Satisfy the Soul (Quill Driver Books, $12.95). “But I don’t believe. I know. The evidence for the reality of God leaves no room for doubt in my mind.”
The case for God that Denney presents involves a large number of scientifically improbable coincidences in the structure of the universe. “These coincidences,” says Denney, “are all focused on one purpose: To create life in the universe. The odds that a life-giving universe like ours arose by sheer random chance is virtually nil. No question, the universe has been purposely designed for life. Scientists have known about these coincidences for years, but the news has not trickled down to the public yet.”
     With more than 50 books to his credit, writer Jim Denney has worked with some of the biggest names in sports, entertainment, business, psychology, and religion. Those names include Super Bowl champions Reggie White and Bob Griese, Orlando Magic V.P. Pat Williams, supermodel Kim Alexis, actress Grace Lee Whitney, evangelist Leighton Ford, the Minirth-Meier Clinic, TV host Ben Kinchlow, and more. He is also writing a series of Christian science fiction novels for kids.
     But of all the books he has written, the one book that has stunned and delighted readers and reviewers is Answers to Satisfy the Soul. Subtitled Clear Straight Answers to 20 of Life’s Most Perplexing Questions, Denney’s book dares to answer questions that many people consider unanswerable: What is the meaning of life? Why is there evil in the world? Does God exist? What is the soul? Does prayer really work?
      The result is a bold excursion into the greatest human questions and philosophical controversies of all time--yet Denney manages to attack his 20 topics with an inviting sense of humor and fun, along with a magical gift for storytelling. Here are some of the other subjects covered in the book:
Does character matter? How do I become successful? How can I put more time in my day? How do I stop worrying? What is love? How can I have a better relationship? How can I get past feeling angry? Do I have to forgive others? How can I forgive myself? How can I find happiness? What is truth? How can I get past the fear of death? And more.
     Although Jim Denney is a Christian, he has carefully kept his own religion out of Answers to Satisfy the Soul. There are no Bible passages in the book, and there is no sermonizing or proselytizing. “In my own search for truth,” Denney explains, “I always believed that if God is real, then we should see proof of his reality in the world around us. We should see scientific evidence that God is the creator of the universe, that the soul is immortal, that prayer works, that miracles really happen.
     “So I began my search--and sure enough, the evidence is there and it’s convincing. That’s what I’ve presented in Answers—the rational, scientific evidence for God, the soul, prayer, and so forth. Rather than leading the reader to a conclusion, I lay out the facts and let the reader draw his or her own conclusion.”
      Answers to Satisfy the Soul is a book that Christians can give to their skeptical friends, a book that will appeal to all honest seekers of wisdom and truth. Though it deals with profound issues, it is written in a clear, simple, and engaging style.
     Denney’s book has won the admiration of numerous Christian leaders. Christian psychologist James Osterhaus, Ph.D., says, “Once you start reading Answers to Satisfy the Soul, your life will be forever changed!” Bestselling Christian writing team Bruce and Stan say, “Jim Denney has more insight and practical wisdom than one human being should be allowed to have.” And Christian author and leadership guru John C. Maxwell says, “If you are on a quest for success, happiness, love, meaning, or God, this book is for you. Whatever you seek in life, Answers to Satisfy the Soul will speed you on your journey.”
      Answers to Satisfy the Soul: Clear Straight Answers to 20 of Life’s Most Perplexing Questions is available at better bookstores, online bookstores or from the publisher at 1-800-497-4909.