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This realistic Young Adult Christian novel, sequel to In Straight Paths, demonstrates that prayer and trust in God can lead to spiritual transformation that results in miracles far exceeding human expectations, including healing family relationship issues, loneliness, and alcoholism recovery.
In "In Straight Paths," Donnie Slocum's life takes a tumultuous turn as he strays from the righteous path, despite his sister Connie's earnest guidance. His college days lead to destructive choices, costing him his job, his wife Sharon, and his daughter Christy due to alcohol-induced recklessness. Desperate and facing profound loss, he resorts to a drastic measure, staging a service station holdup to return to his hometown.
Connie's letters detailing her joy in missionary work with her husband Larry in New Guinea compound Donnie's anguish. He grapples with guilt over his actions that led to Sharon's departure and a looming divorce. Attempting reconciliation proves futile, and when it seems he's moving towards a new life with Lisa, fervent prayers from his mother and Lisa's Christian parents lead to an unexpected turn: Lisa converts to Christianity, leading both to reconsider their impending marriage, believing it wasn't in God's plan.
Even though Donnie had been successful in his attempt to resist it all, God reached down and plucked him out of the net and set his feet on the straight path to salvation. Motivated by this transformation, he seeks to make amends for past wrongs, including the service station holdup and unpaid debts. Despite the challenges posed by his desire for ministry and the difficulty in reaching Sharon, a chance encounter leads to his first ministerial experience, culminating in a miraculous reunion with his daughter Christy and Sharon.
Through these miraculous events, Donnie's life-changing Christian experience paves the way for an extraordinary reconciliation with Sharon. Their renewed bond becomes a testament to the transformative power of faith, leading to a profound and joyful Christian journey for both.
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