Unexpected: Leave Fear Behind, Move Forward in Faith, Embrace the Adventure - Hardcover

Caine, Christine

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0310351243 ISBN 13: 9780310351245

Publisher: Zondervan, 2018

Synopsis

Is it possible to have peace in an uncertain world? To not only expect the unexpected but embrace it?

Most of us want to have life under control. But God wants us to anticipate the unexpected with a faith deeply rooted in his goodness. He wants us to know that because he is in control, we don’t have to be.

In Unexpected, beloved author Christine Caine helps us walk into the life God has for us—unknowns and all. Using dramatic examples from her own journey, Christine offers real-life strategies and biblical inspiration to help us move from fear and worry about ourselves to hope and trust in God. As we learn new ways to manage disappointment, strengthen our hearts, and build our faith, we can enjoy a new adventure with God that is more fulfilling than any day we spend trying to anticipate what will happen next.

Stepping into our God-given destiny means stepping into the unknown, but we can embrace that calling because God knows it already. Nothing in our lives takes God by surprise. So even in the midst of personal upheaval, relational challenges, financial stresses, family transitions, career disappointments, and chaotic world affairs, we can expect God to be good and do good. What other expectation do we need to have? Listen to God’s dare to trust him in every unknown of your life today.

About this title

About the Author:

Christine Caine is an Australian born, Greek blooded, lover of Jesus, activist, author and international speaker. Together with her husband, Nick, she founded the anti-human trafficking organization, The A21 Campaign. They also founded Propel Women, an organization designed to celebrate every woman’s passion, purpose, and potential. Christine and Nick make their home in Southern California with their daughters, Catherine and Sophia.

 

 

Review:

When unexpected circumstances shake us to the core, it's only natural to feel afraid and uncertain. But what if we could learn to trade our fear for the certainty that God's plans are good? That's why I'm so thankful my friend Christine wrote this perspective-changing message. I love the calm reassurances and Biblical truth Unexpected speaks to my soul. (Lysa TerKeurst, New York Times bestselling author and president of Proverbs 31 Ministries)

Christine Caine is an undeniably anointed voice for our times and her words ignite an uncommon clarity. Consider these pages octane for the soul. (Ann Voskamp, New York Times bestselling author of The Broken Way and One Thousand Gifts)

Fear is the silent enemy that keeps us from reaching our God-given potential. Christine is a pro at helping readers defeat fear by arming them with God's truth. (Mark Batterson, New York Times bestselling author of The Circle Maker, lead pastor of National Community Church)

With Chris' wisdom, transparency, and anointing you will be prepped and propelled to become a force planted in the truth of who God knows you are. (Sarah Jakes Roberts, author, speaker, co-pastor of The Potter’s house LA & Denver)

Bobbie and I have watched Christine Caine's journey from the day she received Christ at Hillsong Church in the early 1990s to the life she and her family lead today. We have seen her unswerving approach to navigating life's various unexpected events, and how she has remained full of faith and passion, even in the wake of difficulty. (Brian Houston, pastor of Hillsong Church)

If you have ever found yourself asking God, 'Why?' grab this book and open your heart to discover truth that will give you hope. (Craig Groeschel, pastor of Life.Church, New York Times Best Selling author of Hope in the Dark―Believing God is Good When Life is Not)

We all have a little 'control freak' in us. In Unexpected, Christine masterfully helps readers give the reigns over to God, unleashing their potential by helping them embrace the unexpected. If you fear change in the slightest, you need this book. (John C. Maxwell, bestselling author, coach and speaker)

I love the profound truths within the pages of this book. Chris shares how God can move in the unexpected moments of life in such a way that leaves you encouraged, loved and full of faith. (Kari Jobe Carnes, worship leader, songwriter)

I affectionately refer to my dear friend Christine as the 'Hurry-Caine' - she's quick and unpredictable. In Unexpected she shows us that while uncertainty may be in our future, fear doesn't have to be our forecast. (Steven Furtick, pastor, Elevation Church and New York Times bestselling author)

Unexpected is a field guide to silencing the voices of fear, disappointment and insecurity that hold us back from living the full and free lives God intends for us. Grab two for yourself, and fifteen for your friends...this is a must-read! (Louie Giglio, pastor of Passion City Church and founder of Passion Conferences)

About this edition

• Publisher: Zondervan
• Publication date: 2018
• ISBN 10: 0310351243
• ISBN 13: 9780310351245
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 240