My apologies. I haven't blogged or reviewed in a while. I've been down with a sore back for a few months.
I really enjoyed this book. It impacted me deeply.
It seemed, in the beginning of the book, like Scott was getting sucker punched by life at every single turn. Things happened to him that would bring a giant to his knees but Scott soldiered on and he did it with faith. He did it with his head held high.
This young man has scaled emotional mountains that I could only stand in front of, mouth agape, probably in complete despair. Even with several health issues and no eyesight, Scott graduated from school and became a recording artist. I remember watching American Idol when Scott was competing for the title. I couldn't tell that he was blind by looking at him. Knowing that only served to make my goose bumps bigger.
Scott has a passion that runs deeper than someone who is not visually impaired could not even fathom. I felt ill at ease realizing how many mole hills in my own life that I had turned into mountains. Insignificant little problems... that could easily have been overcome. I felt ashamed knowing that rather than using my road blocks as stepping stones like Scott did, I was using them as walls.. to block my way and having several pity parties along the way.
Scott's story is honest and raw. I could practically hear his heart beating as he stood on stage in front of the American Idol judges. The way his story is written draws you right inside. It's as though you're standing beside him living life with him the whole way through.
This young man is an inspiration and a force to be reckoned with. I will think of him and his journey whenever I find myself getting down in the mouth over something insignificant. I admire his strength. I admire his character and I enjoyed taking his journey with him.
Despite the darkness, despite health problems, despite rejection ---- Scott MacIntyre found his voice, shared it with the world and never stopped singing.
If you're facing trials. If you're in the midst of them right now. If your valley seems dark and unending, I suggest that you read this book. It will help you to find a strength deep within you. It will help you to find a faith you never knew you had. It will help you walk with your head held higher and be thankful that we have such a faithful, merciful God. At the end of the day, it may even make your mountains look more like mole hills.
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