Chad Stevens was a successful, but obscure Wyoming cattle rancher until the tragic death of his wife and son turned his world upside down and eventually launched him on a journey to a new life. Starting with a new vocation and then the experience of being born again, Chad’s values, priorities and perspectives gradually evolved into something far different from the past. Like a caterpillar turned into a butterfly, he underwent a complete metamorphosis, being transformed from a somewhat shy loner and unbeliever into a man who was both out-going and confident in God as he actively pursued his new God-given dream.
Story Excerpt:
Carrie, you probably think it was just a coincidence that you saw that ad at that particular time. But I doubt that all the city buses have that same advertisement on them and I have an idea that the traffic in Chicago is probably quite congested; yet nothing blocked your view of that information when you so desperately needed it. I see that as an example of the providence of God being manifested and at work for you at your moment of need.
With furrowed brow, she stared at him, not saying a word.
Carrie, I don’t think your being here right now is any coincidence either. I think it is all part of His plan to make you think about your life and your eternal destiny, just as He did with me last spring.
To Heaven’s Joys is the sequel to From Earth’s Sorrows and the continuing story of Chad Stevens’ journey from a heartbreaking tragedy to triumph and joy through faith in Jesus Christ. There is also a companion series about friends, Dan Trent and Charlotte Newsome in An Illogical, Improbable, Incredible Love and An Enduring, Endearing, Extraordinary Love.