Three Seconds of Courage
- Christian Living
- History & Biography
- Publisher: Baker Books (Baker Publishing Group)
- Published: 2025
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Publisher's Description
Riley Kehoe is no stranger to fear. At 10 years old, she survived the 2004 Southeast Asian tsunami in Thailand. After that traumatic event killed nearly 230,000 people, she began asking herself each day, What do I want to do with this gift of life I've been given? She realized that she could let fear rule over her--or she could choose to have courage. Sharing her remarkable personal story, Riley shows you how small acts of bravery can change your life in ways you can't imagine. They can mean the difference between a life of isolation or one of connection, between playing it safe or taking a bold step forward, between being self-focused or reaching out to help others, between holding a grudge or offering and accepting forgiveness. Filled with dramatic and touching stories--such as when Riley performed CPR on a drowned man and brought him back to life and when she climbed onto the ledge of a bridge to talk a young man out of jumping--this book will inspire you to approach every day with a spirit of courage, possibility, and hope.
Endorsements (12)
“Forget boring self-help books! Three Seconds of Courage is a captivating adventure that shows how anyone can be brave. Riley Kehoe’s story is like a movie you can’t stop watching, filled with relatable struggles and heart-pounding moments. By the end, you’ll be cheering yourself on, ready to tackle your own fears. This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to live a bolder, braver life!”
“In an age where fear is pervasive, we all need more reminders to be brave. Riley’s insightful wisdom, hard-won through unspeakable circumstances, illuminates how small, purposeful acts of courage can profoundly transform your life. Her words are not only vulnerable and raw, they are a rallying call for anyone who wants to build a more resilient spirit through the power of showing up—a few intentional seconds at a time.”
“I have had the joy of witnessing Riley’s love in action and bravery up close. Her bravery made me want to be brave too! I couldn’t be more grateful for her YES to Jesus. God’s miracle-working power shines through her life! God is with you and for you. Take a leap of faith! On the other side of your courageous heart is a wonderful adventure! 3, 2, 1 . . . Jump!”
“This book can absolutely change your life! Everyone wants to be fearless and live purposefully. Unfortunately, few actually unlock that treasure. Riley Kehoe is one of the few. She has a gift for using her life story to guide us into the contagious courage we all long for. I can’t wait to see how this book transforms your life.”
“Riley’s book is a must for anyone who is seeking truth, boldness, and bravery. She is a gifted storyteller and adventurer, and this book is a must-read for everyone but especially for young women seeking to grow in their walk with Christ. Riley feels like a trusted friend and big sister through her storytelling and ability to write with a gentle, strong, adventurous, and engaging tone.”
“An invitation requires a response and who invites you matters. This book is an invitation to overcome fear, walk with courage, and live a life fully alive. Riley not only extends this invitation to you from her own journey but also from a place of actively living out what she writes. I can’t recommend recommend this book enough to souls longing for more than the average mundane and status quo.”
“Riley is fully alive and fully courageous, and she injects the world with life wherever she goes. Riley’s story gives her the power and authority to teach us how to live with full courage as well. Read these words and let her shock you back to life!”
“In Three Seconds of Courage, Riley Kehoe takes us on a riveting journey through the highs and lows of facing fear head-on. Her authentic and heartfelt storytelling will inspire readers to embrace their own moments of courage. This book is a testament to the human spirit and the incredible things we can achieve when we take that leap of faith.”
“Concerning times require courage. Not brash strength but gentle, confident intentionality. Riley has such a counselor spirit as she vulnerably shares her story and elicits a timely assessment of our heart and motive in today’s world. I’m thankful for her encouraging wisdom as a young leader.”
“Challenged and changed. Those are the two words that come to mind when I think how Riley has impacted me. Not only have I personally experienced the ‘Call Up’ that comes along with doing life with Riley but I have also witnessed how Riley’s presence alone challenges and changes everyone around her. If you are looking to strengthen your faith, become bolder and more courageous in your daily life, and truly walk in wisdom with bold confidence, then this book is for you! I know from personal experience that you will be both challenged and changed because of it.”
“Riley Kehoe is a woman who is marked by courage and a woman who gives courage to others, through the hope and joy of Jesus Christ. In her book Three Seconds of Courage, Riley shares her own journey of overcoming fear and stepping into courage, even in the midst of chaos and catastrophe. Her story is unlike anything you’ve heard and will leave you inspired, encouraged, and expectant.”
“This book is for anyone ready to challenge themselves, learn more about themselves, and say YES to courage and NO to fear. I have seen Riley live out these tips and stories and change people’s lives with her boldness and courage in the process, and now she’s going to do the same for you with this book!”
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