Smells Like Smoke - by Trevor Devage (Hardcover)

About the Book

In Smells Like Smoke, pastor and author DeVage calls readers to exchange comfort for courageous faith. Inspired by Amazon driver Naima Elmore, who rescued strangers from a burning home, this book uses the Book of Jude, personal stories, and ministry insights to inspire believers to serve boldly and reflect Christ's love. Active faith.

Book Synopsis

In Smells Like Smoke, Trevor DeVage challenges us to stop choosing comfort over calling. Using fire as a powerful picture of the danger, pain, and brokenness all around us, Trevor asks a piercing question: Will we run away from the flames, or will we follow Jesus and move toward the people who need us most?

With honesty, humor, Scripture, and stories from ordinary people, Trevor explores the short but urgent book of Jude and shares lessons from his own imperfect journey as a pastor. This isn't a book written by someone who has it all figured out. It's an invitation from a fellow traveler who believes the gospel still calls us to courageous, sacrificial action.

Smells Like Smoke will challenge you to recognize the spiritual fires burning around you, resist the quiet pull of comfort, and step into the places where love is needed most. Because following Jesus was never meant to be safe--and if we are willing to get close enough to help pull others from the fire, we should expect to come away smelling like smoke.

About the Author

Trevor DeVage is Lead Pastor of Pantano Christian Church in Tucson, Arizona. Known for his energetic, honest preaching, he inspires people to follow Jesus, find purpose, and make a difference through biblical truth, grace, and hope.