Autorentext

Granger Smith is an award-winning, platinum-selling, American country music singer-songwriter who fell in love with music at an early age. Over the course of his groundbreaking career, Granger amassed a massive and rabid audience known as Yee Yee Nation, built through heavy touring and grassroots fan engagement. He has released ten studio albums, two live albums, and two EPs. He is a highly sought-after speaker, actor, author, and host of the nationally syndicated iHeartRadio show After Midnite with Granger Smith. In 2017 he started the Granger Smith Podcast, where he discusses matters of faith, family, music, and the outdoors, while spreading messages of integrity, honor, truth, and restoration grounded in a Christian worldview. He is also the author of the New York Times bestselling book Like a River: Finding the Faith and Strength to Move Forward after Loss and Heartache, as well as the children’s book Up Toward the Light. Granger’s social media following exceeds twelve million, with more than one billion online video views. Granger and his wife, Amber, live north of Austin, Texas, with their kids London, Lincoln, and Maverick.

Klappentext

What if everything you thought you knew about faith was wrong? In his new book, Granger Smith takes you on a raw, unfiltered journey through the misconceptions, half-truths, and widely accepted norms that kept him from truly knowing Jesus. With the vulnerability of a grieving father, the insight of a seasoned storyteller, and the urgency of a man transformed, Granger unpacks 11 misguided beliefs that many people unknowingly cling to--beliefs that distort our view of God, faith, and ourselves.

From the subtle traps of cultural Christianity to the idols we unknowingly worship, this book is a wake-up call for anyone who feels stuck in a shallow, stagnant faith. Or anyone who never truly surrendered their life to Jesus. Granger weaves personal stories of heartbreak and redemption with biblical truths, challenging readers to confront anything that is not the life-changing power of the gospel. Inside, you'll discover:

• Why "being a good person" isn't enough to save you.
• How misplaced identity can lead to spiritual emptiness.
• The dangers of living in sin while claiming peace with God.
• Why true faith is more than a declaration--it's a lifestyle.
• How to break free from our idols that promise everything but deliver nothing.

Granger doesn't shy away from hard truths, but this isn't just a book about diagnosis--it's about hope. Through his own story of loss and renewal, he points readers to the only cure: a deep, personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

Whether you're wrestling with doubt, stuck in spiritual mediocrity, or simply searching for something more, Granger invites you to examine the foundation of your faith, confront any lies you've been believing, and discover the joy of truly knowing and following Jesus.