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Daring to Hope
- Finding God's Goodness in the Broken and the Beautiful
- Narrated by: Jaimee Draper
- Length: 7 hrs and 50 mins
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Categories: Religion & Spirituality, Christianity
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How do you hold on to hope
when you don't get the ending
you asked for?
When Katie Davis Majors moved to Uganda, accidentally founded a booming organization, and later became the mother of 13 girls through the miracle of adoption, she determined to weave her life together with the people she desired to serve. But joy often gave way to sorrow as she invested her heart fully in walking alongside people in the grip of poverty, addiction, desperation, and disease.
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- Amazon Customer
- 11-01-21
Don’t miss this sequel
If you read part one, you must read this one too. The first was exciting and inspirational especially for those at a crossroad and ready for a new adventure. This one is heartfelt and strengthening especially for those already on their adventure facing the pain and battle in the long road of faithful mission with an unfailing God. Thank you Katie!
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- deborah zeller
- 06-11-17
Loved it! Pre-ordered. Looked fwd to listen to it.
Could not wait to listen to Katie's 2nd book after listening to her 1st book. I could not stop listening to either books, beginning to end.
Both books so ministered to me. Although I live in the US, NY. I see many people love Jesus but are not on the straight and narrow path with Him (rather appear luke warm). Katie is. I believe I am. This is why I could relate to Katie's story in so many ways. Encouraged me, I'm not alone. On the right path with Jesus. To keep my heart and eyes on Him. Keep pressing forward. No matter how hard it gets at times via counting the cost for Christ Jesus as He has called me too.
Excellent audio book.
Thank you Katie, for being you in the Lord! I love who you are in Christ Jesus.
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- Amazon Customer
- 30-10-17
A life of service and love
This book is amazing! It made me want to live a life of service and love for God. The narrator is really good! I recommend.
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- Plaz7
- 15-11-17
A must read
This is a must read for caregivers or for those who have lost hope in their life.
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- SweetSouthernBelle
- 04-12-17
Katie’s books are always so encouraging!
It’s always so encouraging to read her books. So full of passion and love, you can’t help but leave the reading filled with a renewed hope for humanity.
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- DC from TN
- 22-10-17
Listen on at least 2x speed
I was so looking forward to this book. I pre ordered it and everything. I couldn’t wait to hear the next chapter but I hate to say I didn’t love it. This felt more bible study than story.
The narrator was just sooo slow. Like pulling teeth. I listened to 90% of the book on 2x speed and 5% on 2.5x. Painful to listen to at Normal speed.
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- April Kyle
- 11-10-17
God glorifying
Absolutely beautiful. Katie’s transparency and vulnerability is beautiful. Such powerful reminders that God’s happy endings do not always look like our happy endings. He receives the glory and I praise Him better because of this book.
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- Janice Moffett
- 23-05-21
Daring to Hope Review
I purchased this Audible book shortly after finishing the author’s first book, Kisses from Katie.
Every time I listened to the book I felt like I was spending valuable time with a very dear friend. And I was, Jesus. I was amazed at his love for all of us through every emotion, difficult circumstance, and life’s messes. His presence, and love came alive through the words and experiences of Katie.
I can’t recommend this book highly enough for every age, especially young adults. It is truly life changing!!
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- Stylish Man
- 26-12-20
Such an encouraging book
This is such an encouraging book. A little sad at times but full of hope
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- Arctic Ranger
- 16-11-20
wonderful
excellent writing, pointing the reader to have a heart growing more Christ like just like the author is desiring. This was what I needed to hear, it ministered to me.
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- Christine E. Zucker
- 25-10-20
Beautiful inspirational story
Beautiful tale told by a remarkable young woman who doesn’t seem to know how really remarkable she is. As you journey through her world with her you can feel the presence of Jesus. This book is worth every minute and much more.
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