Date Published: 03-01-2026
Publisher: Review Tales Editing & Publishing Services
Each chapter explores a distinct paradox of the gospel, demonstrating how humility, generosity, and obedience can transform relationships, communities, and personal faith. Practical reflections and prompts invite readers to integrate these principles into daily life-choosing forgiveness over resentment, service over recognition, and trust over control.
With accessible scholarship, devotional insight, and concrete application, this book reveals the practical power of God's reversals. It challenges conventional assumptions about success, power, and happiness, inviting believers to live counterculturally in alignment with Christ's teachings. God's Surprising Way is both an invitation and a roadmap: to encounter God's transformative presence, embody the values of the Kingdom, and experience joy, healing, and love that endure.
Can you tell us a little about the process of getting this book published? How did you come up with the idea and how did you start?
The idea for God’s Surprising Way grew out of a long personal and theological journey. I’ve always been struck by how often Scripture presents truths that run counter to our natural expectations—the first being last, strength in weakness, life through surrender. Over time, these “paradoxes” became more than theological concepts; they became deeply personal realities.
The writing process began with reflection and study—drawing from Scripture as well as voices like Augustine of Hippo, Martin Luther, Dietrich Bonhoeffer, and Henri Nouwen. From there, I shaped each chapter around a specific paradox of the Gospel, aiming to make it both spiritually rich and practically applicable. Publishing was a continuation of that calling—to share a message that I believe is both timeless and urgently needed.
What surprised you most about getting your book published?
What surprised me most was how much the process deepened my own faith. I initially thought I was writing to teach or encourage others, but along the way, I found myself being challenged, refined, and even corrected. The message had to take root in me before I could authentically share it.
I was also surprised by how many readers connected personally with the theme of “God’s surprising ways.” It reminded me that people are searching for something deeper than surface-level answers—they’re longing for truth that transforms.
Tell us a little about what you do when you aren’t writing
When I’m not writing, I spend a lot of time reading, reflecting, and studying—especially theology and spiritual formation. I also value quiet moments of prayer and contemplation, which often become the foundation for future writing.
Outside of that, I enjoy meaningful conversations and observing everyday life. Many insights come from simply paying attention—to people, struggles, and the subtle ways God is at work.
As a published author, what would you say was the most pivotal point of your writing life?
The most pivotal point was realizing that writing isn’t just about expression—it’s about obedience. There came a moment when I understood that the message I was carrying wasn’t just for me to reflect on privately, but to share publicly.
That shift—from writing as a personal exercise to writing as a calling—changed everything. It gave my work direction, urgency, and purpose.
Where do you get your best ideas and why do you think that is?
My best ideas come from Scripture and lived experience—especially moments of tension, struggle, or contradiction. Those are often the places where God’s truth becomes most visible.
I think this happens because spiritual truth is often revealed in contrast. When life doesn’t align with our expectations, we’re more open to seeing things from God’s perspective rather than our own.
What is the toughest criticism given to you as an author?
One of the toughest criticisms is that the message can feel challenging or uncomfortable. The call to surrender, humility, and self-denial isn’t always easy to accept.
However, I’ve come to see that as a meaningful critique rather than a negative one. The Gospel itself is challenging—it invites transformation, not just agreement. If the message causes readers to pause and reflect deeply, then it’s doing something important.
What has been your best accomplishment as a writer?
My greatest accomplishment is not the publication itself, but the impact the message has on readers. Knowing that someone has found encouragement, clarity, or a renewed sense of faith through my writing is deeply meaningful.
For me, success is measured by transformation—however small or unseen it may be.
How many unpublished and half-finished books do you have?
Like many writers, I have several unfinished and unpublished projects—some just ideas, others partially developed. Each one represents a stage of growth, learning, or exploration.
I see them not as incomplete, but as part of the ongoing journey of writing. Some may never be finished, while others may take shape in unexpected ways over time.
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