A Life Lived, Despite It All

Book excerpt: Dr. Earl W. Hendricks opens his heart and invites readers into the intimate journey of his life well lived. From childhood beginnings of abandonment and abuse in Jamaica to excelling in education and ministry. A Life Lived, Despite It All beautifully illustrates how finding love and redemption through God's unmerited favor can save anyone from the depths of despair. Dr. Hendricks's heartfelt memoir provides a compelling roadmap for overcoming life's struggles and embracing God's purpose and plan for your life, even if you sometimes find yourself a reluctant disciple. Recalling his extraordinary journey, Dr. Hendricks allows readers to delve deeply into his multifaceted relationship with his birth parents, the struggles and joys of being embraced by a white adoptive family, and his own journey into fatherhood, marriage, and ministry. A skilled and generous writer, Dr. Hendricks shares his own devastating experience with loss and divorce and provides hope for those who may be struggling with discouragement. A Life Lived, Despite It All demonstrates how staying close to God, answering his call for your life, and being open to love can be the antidote to a broken heart and blueprint to a life well lived.