Up From The Ashes
A Story of Healing, Hope, and Second Chances
JP Morris seems to have the ideal life. After growing up in Hampton County, South Carolina, he married his high school sweetheart, Clara, became a successful doctor, and now leads a luxurious life in New York. Shortly before his wedding, however, JP lost his mother, which shook his Christian faith and his interest in family, whether that meant parenthood with Clara or staying connected to his father, brother, and home in the South.
After years of a faithless life in New York, JP finds himself woken night after night at 3:16 a.m. by a recurring dream. Following the message he sees in the dream, JP once again becomes open to being a father, connecting with family, and even tries returning to church with Clara, whose faith remained steady. But just as JP’s life seems to be getting better, a shocking twist during the birth of his child causes him to forsake his family and begin an odyssey into sin and oblivion. Trapped in the grip of pain and hurt, JP succumbs to denial, making devastating choices that threaten to incinerate all he has achieved. Spiralling into self-destruction he faces a journey that will force him to confront himself, his marriage, his faith, intolerance, and family secrets spanning back to the Civil War.
Will JP remain lost and allow the flames of pain and anger to consume him? Or will he surrender to divine cleansing, rise up from the ashes, and embrace redemption, reconciliation, and a fresh start?
Book Information
- Publisher : FriesenPress
- Publication date : January 5, 2024
- Language : English
- Print length : 306 pages
- ISBN-10 : 1039197140
- ISBN-13 : 978-1039197145
- Item Weight : 522 g
- Dimensions : 5.5 x 0.81 x 8.5 inches
Reviews
Posted on Amazon AndreaVerified A True Gospel Story Connecting History, Culture, and Healing The book is down to earth with a message that feels heart-felt and true to the gospel. I especially enjoyed the historical and cultural components, woven together with faith that transcends time and unites us.Posted on Amazon James GrahamVerified It is a very good book This book makes you see that there are still good people in this world.Posted on Amazon GregVerified Debut novel In his debut novel the author uses a cascade of characters and events to engage the reader on a journey through time, cultures, and faith. This story evokes an emotional and thoughtful response touching the spirit and bringing hope when all seems lost.Posted on Amazon Brenda BairdVerified When you've been hurt! This fictional story is not only about love and forgiveness but its' also a story of how we sometimes let a hurt that we have felt by someone, affect our relationship with others and with God! So in essense we are letting another human being affect and in reality, control our lives. Steve introduces us to, what seems to be an, at least, almost perfect family and then, BAM, the climax hits and life changes big time! This is a wonderful story of regaining something very valuable, that has been lost. And it is a story of love and forgivness! I would recommend this book!Posted on Amazon Catherine M.Verified A compelling book of redempttion, a must read Up From The Ashes is a masterfully and beautifully written book you will find hard to put down. Full of some endearing characters, real life history and a story of redemption.. This book has it all. Kudos to the author for a book well done and a real page turner. Can’t wait for his next book.Posted on Amazon Ryan RanniVerified Real and Gospel Driven This book captures the heart of humanity and display's God's heart for broken people and orchestrating redemption where it seems impossible. 100% recommend this book!Posted on Amazon LisaVerified Great book Really enjoyed reading this book. Once you start, it is hard to put down. The book is encouraging, it shows that we have a loving God who forgives and gives second chances. A must read.Posted on Amazon Dr. W.James SaulsVerified A gospel story told with historical background. I liked the idea that everyone is a child of God and can choose obedience or not and how his choices eternally affect himself and others in our world!Posted on Amazon Denise RanniVerified Great Read A very relatable story. This is a story that truly does give us hope for a better tomorrow. I would encourage you to dive right in, you won't regret it.