Between Heaven and the Real World by Steven Curtis Chapman

Here’s the book summary:

For decades, Steven Curtis Chapman's music and message have brought hope and inspiration to millions around the world. Now, for the first time, Steven openly shares the experiences that have shaped him, his faith, and his music in a life that has included incredible highs and faith-shaking lows.

Readers will be captivated by this exclusive look into Steven's childhood and challenging family dynamic growing up, how that led to music and early days on the road, his wild ride to the top of the charts, his relationship with wife Mary Beth, and the growth of their family through births and adoptions. In addition to inside stories from his days of youth to his notable career, including the background to some of his best-loved songs, readers will walk with Steven down the devastating road of loss after the tragic death of five-year-old daughter Maria. And they'll experience his return to the stage after doubting he could ever sing again.

Poignant, gut-wrenchingly honest, yet always hopeful, Steven offers no sugary solutions to life's toughest questions. Yet out of the brokenness, he continues to trust God to one day fix what is unfixable in this life. This backstage look at the down-to-earth superstar they've come to love will touch fans' lives and fill their hearts with hope. Includes black-and-white photos throughout.

And now, my review:
I just love biographies and autobiographies and this one is of SCC’s life and he does such a great job writing it.  It feels like you’re sitting down across the table from him as you’re reading it.  It’s very personal and his heart is shared, the good things, the bad things and all the in-between things.  The struggles are real and felt as you’re reading along.  He seems real, transparent and raw.  I kept thinking, this has got to be hard to share with every single person that reads this book.  Just to put yourself out there is SO brave and obedient and the reason is all for the glory of the Father!  There would be no other reason to accomplish it.  And such the glory the Father receives when we share our stories with others.  How the Father has so faithfully moved in our lives.  Drawing us to Himself and giving us purpose and meaning beyond ourselves, to give us love for others and compassion on the lost, orphaned world around us.  I love the quote, “I love it when my whole family is together.”  Amen, and me too!  Pick up your copy of this book, sit back and enter into the setting of this beloved child of God.

I received a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

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