His whole life has been a story of hurt and rejection. Is one family’s love enough to turn it all around? Josh lost his parents in a drunk-driving accident and lost track of his two brothers after a tragic fire. By age eighteen, he is an angry young man who only wants a job, an apartment, and to be left alone. Instead, he meets Mike and Anna, an unusual son-and-mother team who draw him into their lives. For the first time, Josh receives unconditional love and something every human being craves, the gift of “the blessing.” But tragedy strikes again, and a shocking secret is revealed. Can Josh hang on to what he’s learned about blessings, curses, and family? The life-changing message of the relational classic, The Blessing—now in compelling story form. Complete with a listener’s guide to help you identify and apply the five elements of the biblical blessing to your own life and relationships. Visit www.TheBlessing.com for more information and an opportunity to join The Blessing Challenge, one million people choosing to change the life of one child—their child!
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"A cross between a Nicolas Sparks and a Jan Karon story this book tells the story of what can happen to life when someone makes the choice to bless them. I read this in about 3 hours and loved every minute of it...thought I knew what was going to happen and got a big surprise at the twist in the end!" — Lara (4 out of 5 stars)
"A cross between a Nicolas Sparks and a Jan Karon story this book tells the story of what can happen to life when someone makes the choice to bless them. I read this in about 3 hours and loved every minute of it...thought I knew what was going to happen and got a big surprise at the twist in the end!"
“A compelling story and a deep understanding of the essential need for every person to receive the gift of unconditional love and acceptance from their parents.”
“If you have children in your life, then give them and yourself a gift by reading A Place Called Blessing. You’ll be stirred, encouraged, and forever changed by this deeper understanding of God’s intention for parents to bless their children.”
“If you’ve ever doubted your ability to be a vessel of grace and healing in the life of someone who’s hurting, you need to read A Place Called Blessing. It is the story of a wounded soul named Josh, but chances are there is a Josh living next door to you or even sitting near you in the pew at church.”
" Such an amazing story! Loved it!! "
" I liked this. The story was a little contrived, but for the purposes of teaching it had to be. I don't know if I'll have time to go over the study questions, but I hope to. Thanks Stacy! "
" The story was cute and had parts that were touching, but over all it was predictable. The writing left something to be desired. A quick and easy read. "
" Beautiful and a tear jerker but it ends with happiness and hope. "
" It is hard to trust people. Once trust is corrupted it is hard to develop it again. "
John Trent, PhD, is president of StrongFamilies.com and founder of the Institute for the Blessing at Barclay College. He is a sought-after speaker and an award-winning author of more than twenty books, including six books for children. He has been a featured guest on numerous radio and television programs and leads the Blessing Challenge, a joint partnership with Focus on the Family and StrongFamilies.com. He and his wife, Cindy, have two grown daughters, Kari and Laura.
Christopher Prince is a veteran voice-over artist with over fifteen years of experience. He has lent his voice-over talent to dozens of national commercials, industrial projects, and audio books.
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