In reading biblical theologies, I regularly have "aha!" moments as bits of Bible come together into a coherent whole. That happened for me again and again as I read The Good Gift of Weakness. This book helped me to see the good purpose God has had since the very beginning in making us creatures of weakness and dependence. In fact, weakness will not be eradicated in the New Creation! We will always need what only God provides. This book will fill you with wonder that Jesus became weak, and it will encourage you in the weak places of your life as you see that Jesus doesn't despise weakness. Indeed, he is drawn to it.

Nancy Guthrie, author and Bible teacher

Eric Schumacher takes us on a tour of the entire Bible as he explores the theme of weakness. We see that weakness is a pervasive theme in Scripture, imprinting on us that without Christ we can do nothing. We need the sovereign work of God the Father through the atoning work of Christ the Son and the applicatory work of the Holy Spirit every day. Schumacher communicates this truth both biblically and personally. I am grateful for the biblical faithfulness and the honest vulnerability that characterize this wonderful book. When we are weak, then we are strong in the Lord.

--Thomas R. Schreiner, author, associate dean at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary

Nothing feels more shameful in our culture than weakness, so we hide it and pretend we are strong. Eric Schumacher, with the insight of a trusted scholar and the grace of a trusted friend, deconstructs that self-defeating shame. This book points us to the Christ whose glory shines through our vulnerability.

--Russell Moore, editor in chief of Christianity Today

Weak is not a word I like to use to describe myself. I want to be seen as strong, invincible, steadfast. Yet every day I encounter my weakness and frailty--body, mind, spirit, and soul. In The Good Gift of Weakness, Eric Schumacher poignantly lays out a biblical theology of weakness, highlighting the hope and help we have in Jesus. Compelling, convicting, and comforting, this book will guide your weak and weary soul toward the true, persevering strength found only in Jesus Christ.

--Gretchen Saffles, bestselling author of The Well-Watered Woman

Eric shares vulnerably and wisely about his own experiences with weakness in a way that gives us a new framework that makes weakness feel like a strength. With refreshing honesty and a good dose of humor, Eric's words both remind us we're not alone and stir our affection for God and his design.

--Laura Wifler, author, podcaster, and cofounder of Risen Motherhood

I would expect any book written by my friend Eric to be filled with deep wisdom and Biblical clarity. What I didn't expect was the depth of his own weakness Eric has transparently put on display for us. We need more men who have the strength not only to preach about Christian weakness, but who are willing to say, "That's me! I'm weak! And it's God's good gift to me that I am." It's my privilege to recommend his work to you.

--Elyse Fitzpatrick, author and counselor

We are tempted to assume that God primarily works in the world by using the biggest, brightest, and best. However, the Bible tells a different story. It's an upside-down, counterintuitive story. God loves to employ the lost, little, and least to accomplish his purposes and to display his glory. In The Good Gift of Weakness, Eric explores the implications of the dazzling reality that God's power is made perfect in weakness.

--Justin S. Holcomb, Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Central Florida, author, and seminary professor

Reading Eric Schumacher's book, The Good Gift of Weakness, was a paradigm shift for me. It challenges everything most Christians think about, well, everything. It is thoroughly Biblical, surprisingly comprehensive, and amazingly authentic. If you're looking for a book that will impact your life with freedom, joy, and grace, this is it. I rise up and call Eric Schumacher blessed for having written this book.

--Steve Brown, author, professor, and radio broadcaster