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Highlights
- A pastor is torn between grace and truth, clinging to his convictions as he struggles to salvage his family.>
- Author(s): Drew Hill
- 296 Pages
- Fiction + Literature Genres, Literary
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About the Book
A pastor is torn between grace and truth, clinging to his convictions as he struggles to salvage his family in small-town Georgia, in a story of the best and worst in us, of love and forgiveness doing battle with hatred and intolerance.
Book Synopsis
A pastor is torn between grace and truth, clinging to his convictions as he struggles to salvage his family.
> WINNER: Pinnacle Book Achievement Award - Best Literary Fiction
"Drew Hill's exploration of grace and truth in the face of intolerance provides a powerful and inspiring message for anyone who has ever had difficult conversations with those they love. ...a highly recommended read for fans of drama and social issues." Readers' Favorite Book Reviews, K.C. Finn (5 STARS)
Set in small-town Georgia in the present, this story paints a picture of the best and worst in us, of love and forgiveness doing battle with hatred and intolerance.
If you've ever struggled to reconcile your religious faith with contemporary views of sexuality, this story is for you. If your family or your church has been painfully divided over homosexuality or gay marriage, consider It Came Even to Me as an inspiring case study, a deeply moving account of one family's struggle and reconciliation.
EVOLVED PUBLISHING PRESENTS the story of one man, aided by his entire family, seeking understanding and forgiveness, and forging a new road for his ministry in the face of great hatred and obstacles.
"Hill's ability to convey and sustain so many differing, indeed opposing, viewpoints and meld them into a resolution based on deeper caring, sincere forgiveness and a wider understanding of scripture will doubtless appeal to readers who may be examining these issues." Feathered Quill, Barbara Bamberger Scott
"It Came Even to Me is... brilliantly written and perfectly captures the challenges of changing the status quo and unleashing a tremendous and much-needed transformation in church and community. This story is a must-read... I will not forget this story anytime soon." Readers' Favorite Book Reviews, Emme Megan (5 STARS)
"It Came Even to Me is a character-driven novel that sends a powerful message to Christians regarding their attitudes toward one another... I recommend this touching novel to those seeking to understand God." Readers' Favorite Book Reviews, Danelle Petersen (5 STARS)
Review Quotes
"The eloquent writing style is thought-provoking and compassionate, with moral dilemmas portrayed in real terms of what they actually mean to the characters so that the issues feel real, accessible, and relatable... Drew Hill's exploration of grace and truth in the face of intolerance provides a powerful and inspiring message for anyone who has ever had difficult conversations with those they love. Overall, It Came Even to Me is a highly recommended read for fans of drama and social issues." Readers' Favorite Book Reviews, K.C. Finn (5 STARS)
"Hill's ability to convey and sustain so many differing, indeed opposing, viewpoints and meld them into a resolution based on deeper caring, sincere forgiveness and a wider understanding of scripture will doubtless appeal to readers who may be examining these issues." Feathered Quill, Barbara Bamberger Scott
"It Came Even to Me is a gripping and quite realistic work of fiction about a controversial topic. It's brilliantly written and perfectly captures the challenges of changing the status quo and unleashing a tremendous and much-needed transformation in church and community. This story is a must-read... I will not forget this story anytime soon." Readers' Favorite Book Reviews, Emme Megan (5 STARS)
"It Came Even to Me is a character-driven novel that sends a powerful message to Christians regarding their attitudes toward one another... Bart's love and empathy allowed him to realize what he hadn't before, thus taking him on his special journey with God. Bart is a wonderful example of what it means to be a true Christian and I hope that readers will find Bart's story inspirational and motivating. I recommend this touching novel to those seeking to understand God." Readers' Favorite Book Reviews, Danelle Petersen (5 STARS)