Publisher's Synopsis
In the summer of 1995, Jack Bielan was a working Los Angeles musician, single custodial father to three children, and music director for his synagogue. In the early morning of September 17, the van in which his 14-year-old daughter and 17-year-old stepson were riding was hit head-on by a drunk driver. Both children died at the scene. "Does God Make Mistakes" details Bielan's journey through the disillusionment and hopelessness of a parent's most unthinkable trial, and in the process emerges as an invaluable guidebook for all of us who are at points in our lives where we're asking, "How am I supposed to go on?" This precious little book explores the true nature of loss and the potential healing powers within each of us. It is a reaffirmation of God's love for us, and a resolute statement that, no matter the path, there's always a way back to the Light of ultimate faith, gratitude and renewed purpose. Bielan says, "I've come to believe that - though I wish it weren't so - the worst challenges of our lives afford us the best opportunities to make our lives their most meaningful. By facing our hellish trials with Faith instead of Fear, we have an opportunity to find our own individual greatness... we have a chance to rise to our own level of Elevated Grace."
