From grief to gratitude, this remarkable story reveals how God's maze of grace brings a new, unexpected relationship and meaning to one's faith journey. -Dr. Johnnie Godwin

"Surprised by Grace" is a touching testimony of how God is able to take the most tragic situations and turn them into beautiful stories of His faithfulness. It serves as an encouragement to many who are walking through the difficult season of losing a spouse and navigating the challenges that may follow. -Dr. Gary Cook

C. S. Lewis was surprised by Joy Davidman. Jim Williams was surprised by Grace Atchley. Both were surprised by how their Heavenly Father could bring such purpose and fulfillment into their lives after experiencing loneliness and grief. -Dr. Tommy Vinson

There is no retirement from the kingdom of God for Jim and Grace Williams. They are not riding off into the sunset...they are creating new prospects for surprises for God's grace. May we all be surprised by such grace! -Dr. Williams A. (Budd) Smith

James D. Williams is a Christian educator, having served as a church minister of education, a tenured seminary professor, executive leader of a denomination program and publishing entity, president of a denomination missions program for men and boys, and coordinator of mission fellowship groups, including one for medical and dental volunteers. In his ministry, he has sought to model Christ-centered servant leadership. Currently, he is serving as a senior fellow at B. H. Carroll Theological Institute and as an adjunct professor at Dallas Baptist University.