Unexpected Places
Thoughts on God, Faith, and Finding Your Voice
- History & Biography
- Publisher: W Publishing Group (Thomas Nelson)
- Published: 2018
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Publisher's Description
Unexpected Places is the personal story of gospel singer Anthony Evans, son of well-known pastor Tony Evans and brother of author Priscilla Shirer. In this intimate and moving memoir, Anthony shares the details of his struggles with depression and doubt, and encourages readers with the unique story of his search for purpose and identity. From growing up duty-bound to his name, to his time as a finalist and then talent producer on The Voice, Anthony explores the pressures he experienced as a child and as a young man in Hollywood. He describes the journey to his renewed faith in God and exposes the vast differences between what the world teaches us to value and how God values us. Anthony examines what his parents did right in raising him but also describes how they unknowingly missed his pain. Finally, he reveals how God orchestrated His plan to grow Anthony into a man who is in love with his life, his heritage, and his individual calling. Anthony has learned to embrace the incredible beauty of his unique voice. In Unexpected Places, he invites readers on their own journey to do the same.
Endorsements (15)
“As a leader in the church, one of the first obstacles you have to overcome is the lie that you’re supposed to be perfect. That you can’t let others see your faults or your wounds. Anthony Evans has given a true gift to current and future members of God’s kingdom by showing us his story and his heart in such a moving way. Read this book, cherish it, and then pass it on to someone else who needs this kind of honesty and wisdom in their lives!”
“dear friend. You are going to love his book. Wonderful story. Wonderful man.”
“I had the pleasure of having Anthony on my team during Season 2 of The Voice, and I knew from the moment I heard his voice during the blind auditions that he had something very special; I later learned he has a heart of gold to match. That combination will no doubt take him far in his career, and he will always have me as a fan in his corner.”
“I am excited for my son’s new book Unexpected Places! Unexpected, that’s just how the Lord works. He has a plan for us, and we are called to stay open. It is so important to remain close to His heart so we can be aware of His will for our lives and in turn walk confidently into these Unexpected Places.”
Dr. Lois Evans
“God rarely leads us from where we are to where we need to go in a straight line. It usually takes a zigzag course for us to develop into the people we need to be. In my son Anthony’s new book Unexpected Places, he lets us travel through the zigzags of his life so we can see how God has taken him to the place He wants him and is using him in the way He wishes.”
Dr. Tony Evans
“that Unexpected Place.”
“Anthony’s story deserves to be told. Even more, it deserves to be told like this: in his voice, from his perspective, owning his truth. I’ve always been proud of my baby brother for bravely following his dreams, pursuing his passions, putting in years of hard work to reach his goals, and, most importantly, honoring his faith in God. That’s why this book is important. First, because you’ll really get to know the man behind the beautiful voice. Second, because it will inspire you to find your own in a world that is constantly telling you to quiet it. I assure you that the book you hold in your hands will be a journey worth taking. So enjoy every page.”
“I’ve known Anthony Evans for the better part of two decades. Anthony is hyper-intelligent, incredibly kind, and of course immensely talented. He’s also very honest. Never one for spiritual platitudes or Christian clichés, his is a quest for an authentic journey with Jesus. Unexpected Places is a candid and compelling story of an imperfect man following a perfect Savior.”
“I am so proud of my brother’s new book Unexpected Places! Reading about Anthony’s unexpected places allowed me to reflect and recall the unexpected situations in my own life that have played a part in who I am today. This book is an exhilarating ride that will help any reader learn how to expect the unexpected and truly appreciate this ride we call life.”
“As a fellow pastor’s kid, so much of my friend Anthony Evans’s story resonated with me. It’s a unique peek at what it looks like to navigate one’s own faith and find one’s own voice, trying to handle the pressures and expectations that come with all of that. Specifically, as you read about how doors opened in real and unexpected places, you’ll be strengthened by Anthony’s faith and encouraged by the reality of God unfolding in his life. I’m grateful for his genuineness and for the risk he’s taken here in this book to tell his story on behalf of so many.”
“Honest, introspective, and charmingly personal, Unexpected Places is a behind-the-scenes journey through ministry, music, and personal memories as my brother Anthony tells his story. More than a memoir, this book holds Anthony's hard-earned perspective on how the need for significance, success, or a second chance can shape an individual and delivers valuable life lessons to benefit any reader. Even though I've had a front-row seat to Anthony's life for most of my own, this book still surprised and delighted me; I'm sure it will do the same for those who, like me, find themselves enjoying the pages of Anthony's eye-opening and extraordinary adventure.”
“Unexpected Places is just what you want and need from a book: it’s honest, it’s moving, and it’s hopeful. The way Anthony writes is so fun and entertaining, but it’s also incredibly encouraging. I have been impacted by the story of what God has done in Anthony’s life, and I know you will be too. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to read this book!”
“for years. His humor, authenticity, and honesty is so refreshing; you will definitely be encouraged by his heart and stories.”
“Anthony is a once-in-a-lifetime kind of talent. You probably know him from his ability to sing a song and communicate it beautifully with precision, honesty, and emotion. But as with every song, you only get about a five-minute window into Anthony’s soul. With this book, however, you get a lifetime. It’s filled with treasures of truth, memorable moments of joy and pain, and an in-depth look at a man doing his best to please God with his life. I got to know Anthony during the “Nashville” phase of his life, and I couldn’t be more proud to relive some of these memories with him (and learn a few things I didn’t know)! Try putting this book down. I dare you.”
“voice in song, but in Unexpected Places he introduces us to his voice beyond song—a voice that is completely worth tuning in to hear as well.”
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