Upside Down Joy

An Inverted Look at Sin, Sickness, Struggle, and Death

by Andrew Mann

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Pub Date Sep 07 2015 | Archive Date Oct 07 2015

New Hope Publishers

Description

Pain can bring unexpected joy—when we know how. In the provocative, storied style of the “Upside-Down” series, created out of New York’s Graffiti Ministries, pastor and ministry leader Andrew Mann takes us along on his up-and-down journey through life experiences—cancer, sin, broken relationships, injustice and injury, his father’s death—that turned his world and worldview upside down. Mann shares real proof about how the process of pain taught him different perceptions for holding on to joyful living. His life and others’ stories inspire him to share this inverted way of experiencing suffering with Upside-Down Joy. Take advantage of his rich, multilayered, multicultural experiences in ministry and insights from life, to think and act in a new way: with unexpected joy in unexpected places.

Advance Praise

“Upside-Down Joy is a refreshing look at how we as Christians can face life's difficulties. Andrew is honest and transparent as he shares personal stories of how God has worked in the midst of sin, sickness and even death. This is a powerful book that will inspire you to see God work and to find joy in your own life."--Richard Brunson, Director, North Carolina Baptist Men

“I met Andrew and knew some of his story before I read his book. I am stunned by the honesty and transparency of his writing. Where I would have "softened" my weaknesses, Andrew proclaimed his to the Glory of God. I am impressed with his honest descriptions, his humble beliefs and his complete dependence on God. As you read this story, see yourself in it and ask....would I have been so open to God?”--David George, President, WMU Foundation

"James 1:2 says 'when trouble comes your way, let it be an opportunity for joy.' I know I can't be the only one who has struggled at times wrapping my mind around that verse. Have joy when I'm facing problems...what? But I have to say - I have seen this 'upside-down joy' lived out in very real and courageous ways as I've watched Andrew work with kids and young people in the troubled neighborhoods of the South Bronx and then face his on life-threatening battle with cancer. Every day Andrew models upside-down joy by modeling God's grace in troubled situations. Learn from him how to find and show joy even when your life isn't perfect."--Kerrick Thomas, Pastor of The Journey NYC