📘 The Awakening: The River Between Fear and Faith, by Paul R. Schmidt.
A novel inspired by spiritual searching and the quiet power of grace
I’m honored to share that my debut novel, The Awakening: The River Between Fear and Faith, is now available for pre-order on Amazon.
Though fiction, this story was born from a season of deep spiritual reflection. Years ago, someone I cared deeply for asked me a question that stopped me in my tracks: “What can Jesus do for me?” I had no response.
That silence led me into Scripture, not just to find an answer, but to rediscover the reason for my own hope. Eventually, I found 1 Peter 3:15: “Always be prepared to give an answer for the hope that is within you.”
That verse marked the beginning of a ten-year journey of writing, rewriting, editing, and more rewriting. The Awakening grew out of that process, and while the characters are fictional, the spiritual journey is a genuine exploration of how faith emerges between fear and surrender.
📅 Official Release: July 25, 2025 🛒 Pre-order now: https://a.co/d/99AC5UX
I pray this book meets readers with humility, encouragement, and the quiet assurance that God never stops working, even when the road feels uncertain.
With gratitude, Paul R. Schmidt
