Beautiful, Disappointing, Hopeful

A thoughtful reflection on experiencing the beautiful, disappointing, and hopeful realities of being a human being. Drew Hyun shares wonderful stories that get to the heart of why Jesus makes such a difference in navigating this beautiful but broken world. In this book, you will find poignant analogies sprinkled in between playful pop culture references, all of which lead to the hope that comes from a life in Christ. * <b>Tammy Swanson-Draheim, president, Evangelical Covenant Church</b> * Beautiful, Disappointing, Hopeful is a compelling account of how God shows up in our lives, turning even the hardest moments into opportunities for grace to flourish. From the questioning skeptic to the deepest believer, anyone who finds themselves struggling with the highs and lows of life will find truth in this book. * <b>Dave Ferguson, author of Hero Maker and B.L.E.S.S.</b> * Beautiful, Disappointing, Hopeful is a winsome, compelling presentation of the good news of Jesus for the world today. I recommend this to anyone who is interested in an accessible introduction to the Christian faith, as well as everyday practices that can enrich anyone's spiritual life. * <b>Greg Brenneman, chairman, CCMP Capital, and author of Right Away and All at Once</b> * Beautiful, Disappointing, Hopeful takes an honest look at the interplay of three pillars of the Christian life. Full of personal illustrations, it provides an opportunity for readers to reorient their expectations and lean into practices that maximize growth and intimacy with Jesus in each season. * <b>Jay Pathak, national director, Vineyard USA, and coauthor of The Art of Neighboring</b> * Beauty, disappointment, and hope are not words we string together every day, but maybe we should start doing so. These three words capture the essence of life and are core to the Christian story. Drew Hyun has offered a compelling resource for those of us who are longing for a faith big enough to embrace these realities. Drew has brought about beauty and hope for so many people living with deep disappointment. If you read this book, you'll see why. * <b>Rich Villodas, lead pastor, New Life Fellowship, and author of The Narrow Path</b> * Drew Hyun develops here a case for Christian belief and practice that feels fresh, yet also deeply grounded in Scripture and personal experience. This book is deeply moving and profoundly encouraging. The good news of the gospel is universal and timeless, yet we need ways to enculturate it in every time and place. If you long for those you love to experience the beauty of following Jesus, give them this book. * <b>Kevin Palau, president, Palau Association</b> * Drew Hyun is a trusted and effective church leader in the missional, multiethnic, and multiplication space. In this book, he acts as a practical guide for you and me--whether in sea- sons of thriving or disorientation--to discover how Jesus intends beauty and hope amid life's disappointments. * <b>Daniel Yang, national director, Churches of Welcome at World Relief</b> * Drew Hyun masterfully reveals how the complex realities of life are infused with God's story of grace and hope. With so much depth and vulnerability, Drew guides us through the highs and lows of faith, while addressing life's most pressing questions. I'm excited for readers to experience this book. It extends a compelling invitation to see beauty, navigate disappointment, and embrace the hope we have in Jesus. * <b>Craig Okpala, lead pastor, Hope Jersey City, and cofounder of the Center for Hope and Renewal</b> * If there was ever a man who practices what he preaches, meet him in the pages of this wonderfully accessible book. Drew Hyun is a realist in a grievously broken world, a true pastor whose profound faith holds him fast and points him always to the unstoppable King and his ever-extending kingdom. * <b>Eleanor Mumford, coordinator of the Vineyard International Executive</b> * In this exploration of life's beauty, hurt, and hope, Drew Hyun guides readers to embrace gratitude, engage with grief, and embody grace. With storytelling and insight, his must-read book offers a path for those seeking to navigate the complexities of the human experience with a fresh understanding of the Christian faith. * <b>Dr. Michael Keller, senior pastor, Redeemer Lincoln Square; fellow for The Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics</b> * It has been a long time since I've read a book that gives such a beautifully compelling case for Christianity in a world that feels increasingly divided and disillusioned. Beautiful, Disappointing, Hopeful is an invitation to find God in all the cracks and crevices of life, especially in the places we least expect. * <b>Jason Min, lead pastor, Citizens Church LA</b> *