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Praise for What If Its True?

What if its true for you? Answering the most important question of life is often a journey people are afraid to take because they dont think they have the right tools or the right guide. This book is both. It is a tool the Holy Spirit will use to bring freedom to the soul, and it is a guide to hold your hand as He leads you into the places you need to go. Inside these pages, you will find the compassion of Jesus, the Father heart of God, and the endearing call of the Holy Spirit. Each chapter is a journey in and of itself, each prayer a healing balm to the wounded or wandering heart. If, indeed, Gods Word is true, then it is true for youand Charles Martin has painted a picture of the hope this world desperately needs.

RYAN BRITT, EXECUTIVE MINISTRIES PASTOR, THE CHURCH OF ELEVEN22

Im so glad my friend Charles Martin has written this book! Its a book like none other Ive read. He shares some of the deepest truths of the gospel, rooted solidly in Scripture, through an honest and hopeful glimpse into his personal life and faith. You can hear his voice, heart, conviction, passion, and creativity on every page. Sometimes you read a book, and sometimes a book reads you. Sometimes you work your way through a book, and sometimes a book works on you. In the best possible way, this book definitely does the latter. Charless authenticity, boldness, and humility in these pages causes me to want to grow in my faith in and affections for Jesus.

ADAM FLYNT, PASTOR OF MULTIPLICATION, THE CHURCH OF ELEVEN22

If you ever wanted an honest glimpse into the heart and mind of this gifted author, then look no further. Or, far better yet, if you have ever longed for a greater understanding of your own heart, and of Gods heart for you, then this book is a must-read. Every chapter places an incandescent spotlight on the only One who can provide the answers and freedom each of us were created to crave.

JONATHAN CHRISTIAN, DISCIPLESHIP PASTOR, THE CHURCH OF ELEVEN22

We are encouraged by the apostle Paul to let the word of Christ dwell in us richly. In this book, Charles Martin leads us to where deep biblical understanding and the redeemed imagination meet to help us accomplish just that. In What If Its True?, Charles helps us experience the living and active Word of God in a way that only a gifted novelist can. My relationship with Jesus is better for having read it.

MICHAEL OLSON, DIRECTOR OF WORSHIP GATHERINGS, THE CHURCH OF ELEVEN22

What If Its True? paints a strikingly vivid picture of what it must have been like to personally experience the unfolding of Gods redemptive plan for the sins of all mankind. Purposefully written, undoubtedly prayed over, and Holy Spirit empowered, Martins latest prose left me in tears with my soul yearning for a deeper relationship with our risen Lord.

KELLY ADCOX, FACILITIES DIRECTOR, THE CHURCH OF ELEVEN22

When Charles Martin gave me his new book What If Its True? to read, my first thought was that it would be a cross between More Than a Carpenter and The Case for Christ. It isnt. Its so much more! Martins beautiful depictions of familiar stories from Scripture bring so much life to those stories that it almost felt like I was reading fiction. Far from it. The richness that Martins creativity provides only deepensif thats possiblethe tangible love and grace of our wonderful Savior. Martins transparency about his own life and need for that grace and lovingkindness is disarming and inviting. This is a book I will give to everyone I know.

LEE ANN RUMMEL, CHAIR OF THE BOARD, CHRISTIAN HEALING MINISTRIES

Note from Charles: The guys below are the guys I do life with in our small group.

The Lord has used these wordsby the power of His Spiritto set me free from generational sin, curse, and bondage. Through them, Jesus has cared for me as Father and brought dramatic and deep change in me, in my heart, and in my identity in Him. This book is a roadmap for the trenches we have walked, the warfare we have encountered, and the victory Jesus has bought. It has brought lasting life change here and on to eternity with Jesus.

HANK BRINK

When I first heard the gospel preached, I said to myself, If this is true, it changes everything. It is true, and it did change everything. My brother in Christ Charles Martin has battled with me through some of the hardest moments of my life. This book is a refreshing and anointed reminder that the gospel is true and does change everything.

RICK CROWLEY

What If Its True? offers a clarity to the truth of the gospel unlike anything Ive experienced. Charles Martins detail of the Word of God combined with his ability to put you in the midst of a setting provides a unique understanding of the real healing and freedom Jesus made available to us on this side of the cross.

GREG FARAH

These chapters are the intersection of Charless heart for proclaiming the truth of Christs sacrificial rescue mission and his inspired gift for telling the story in a way that makes it real, simple, applicable, and entertaining. This book is not just something to read. Other than Scripture itself, this is as close to being there and walking through the events and implications of the cross and tomb as one can get. It convinces us that none of our stuffno matter how messyis beyond His reach.

JOHNNY SARBER

What If Its True? is an incredible life examination for every believer. If you read this and allow the Holy Spirit access to work in your heart, you will be transformed! I especially believe every mens group should walk through this spiritually impactful literary journey and see what God can do in each person.

MIKE HOHMAN

This book speaks directly to the heart, specifically to the places that need it most. Charles has taken the biblical stories Ive heard hundreds of times and given them new life. His gift of storytelling mixed with the Word is powerful. This book should be in the hands of everyone, including believers and the soon-to-be believers. The chapter on blessings and curses, Choose This Day, is a game-changer for all Gods people.

JASON WATSON

The lessons in What If Its True? bypass your mind and heart and strike directly at your soul. Charles Martins teaching provides a gut check for your faith while showing you the path to strengthen it. Drink from the cup of this book and ignite your covenant with Jesus.

BRIAN COOK

These are the words I need to hear. Over and over. Tears accompanied most of them, but the freedom they provide is life-changing. Im indebted to Charles for so faithfully walking me through Gods Word. What If Its True? has pierced my heart and placed me face-to-face with Jesus.

JON LIVINGSTON

Charles Martin took me on an intimate, behind-the-scenes guided tour of the life and death of Jesus Christ. His uniquely descriptive stops along the way allowed me to feel I was personally seeing, feeling, hearing, smelling, and experiencing each moment. Martins willingness to be personal, raw, vulnerable, and honest in his words guided me into self-examination, where I glanced in a mirror the reflection of my heart. And his prayers at the end of each chapter poured into me and carried out of me the kind of emotion, passion, intimacy, and unconditional love only choosing a relationship with Christ allows. This book forced the removal of my neat, easy, comfortable view of the story of Jesus and demanded I face the raw, emotional, and uncomfortable truth of Jesuss life, further deepening my love and appreciation for Him and His sacrifice of love.

JOE VEGERANO