Beyond the Dark
‘Who will sit in the dark? The cold and damp, the dank and wretched stench-filled places? We are so desperate for the light, to bask in its glorious warmth, but even the light brings shadows.’
Intricately weaving together poetry, musings, art, scripture and prayers, Laura gently invites readers to journey with her through the shadows, reflect, and go deeper with God. Unashamedly honest and expressive, Beyond the Dark explores the reality of being human in a complex, ever-changing world; the unfathomable depths of God’s love for us; and the often uncomfortable process of becoming the people He created us to be.
What others are saying…
‘Real, raw, and relatable, Laura has provided a beautiful, creative resource to help us be honest with ourselves and with God, whilst drawing us, in hope, to His welcoming healing love.’
Matt Summerfield, Senior Leader, Zeo Church.
‘Laura has crafted a handbook for the journey through life’s trauma and change. The way she manages to use words, space and imagery to tell the stories of our inner world is really quite stunning. Laura writes as if she’s inside our mind, feeling the things we feel, and in so doing reminds us that we are all going through similar things. She isn’t afraid to stare at the ugliness and beauty of our lives.
I find myself coming back to her writings when I have no way to explain or communicate what my heart feels. Laura gives us the words and the pictures we all need to free our hearts. Thank you, Laura’
Elaine Simpson, The Kingdom Choir
‘Laura is one of those rare writers that can perfectly capture the interplay between heartache and hope. This book gives a generous space for our own darkness and pain, walking us through it towards the promise of light. She beautifully articulates those gentle, profound truths that make us feel seen and heard and loved.’
Isabelle Schuler, best-selling author of Lady MacBethad
Laura Benn 