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The Problem of Life

How to Find Identity, Purpose, and Joy in a Disenchanted World

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The Problem of Life

Written by: Mark Clark
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Compelling answers to your biggest questions about life.

The Western world faces unprecedented levels of depression, anxiety, and loneliness. Despite advancements in wealth, knowledge, and longevity of life, many feel their lives lack significance, leading to a deep longing for fulfillment and happiness.

In The Problem of Life, author Mark Clark recounts a pivotal moment when he mistakenly informed a woman of her husband's death. This profound mistake taught him invaluable lessons about existence and purpose. He argues that our relentless pursuit of money, family, and friendships—while important—often distract us from what truly matters, leaving us disenchanted.

What if we could address this inner ache? What if we could discover our true place in the world?

In this final book of a trilogy which began with The Problem of God, Clark presents 11 practical principles to help us flourish. He explores foundational topics like our origins, identity, and the meaning of suffering while drawing from biblical theology, psychology, and engaging stories, like:

  • His battle with Tourette Syndrome and how it made him a better preacher and person.
  • How he accidentally saved a woman from killing herself.
  • Why scientists and tennis players agree that the cultural conversation about gender is all backward.
  • Why your view on Sea World may predict your level of anxiety.
  • What the dramatic events surrounding a false missile alert in Hawaii in 2018 have to do with you.

The Problem of Life illustrates how we may be looking in all the wrong places for joy, contentment, and satisfaction and points us toward God as the remedy for our brokenness.

©2025 Mark Clark (P)2025 Zondervan
Christian Living Christianity Personal Development Personal Success Theology

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Mark is very easy to listen to!

Likes:
- voice is still comprehensible at 3.5x speed
- well thought out from beginning to end
- a nice change from his usual essay style (problem of God and Jesus does not have to be read in order)

Dislikes:
- Bayside had early access, I didn’t 😂
- No study guide? I would like to use this for a small group (Maybe I’m too early)
- Marks voice is a *little* inconsistent, there were parts that made complete sense at 3.5x speed but other points needed to be slowed down

Overall:
- would recommend to people
- may start people off with this book moving forward but it ultimately depends on where they’re at
- thanks Mark and Zondervan for all of your work!

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