Why Ask God Why encourages those who are facing unexpected events in their lives and may be asking God "why?" Author S. F. Carlisle, Jr. shares personal experience and perspective regarding these "why" questions and how time could possibly reveal God's reasons. Carlisle uses a warm and relational tone that makes his writing engaging and pleasant to read. The friendliness leads readers to feel that they are close to the author as he reveals the things he and family members have been through. His openness in sharing his own experiences, whether they are sad, happy or funny, allows readers to feel a familiarity with the author, and brings receptiveness to the message he shares. Readers are encouraged to trust God through their grieving periods and are challenged to trust in God's ultimate purpose for their lives.Carlisle was formerly associated in the newspaper industry, changed professions, and retired after forty years in the insurance industry. Through "life circumstance changes," he felt inspired to return to his former profession to author Christian writings.