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Review of “Miracle in Shreveport” by David and Jason Benham

Book description from Amazon:

“Twin brothers David and Jason Benham grew up with big dreams of baseball and an even bigger trust in God. Though they attended a small high school with no baseball field, turned down a professional offer so they could attend college together, and faced more than one missed pitch and injuries, they kept dreaming, praying together on the field, and believing in God’s provision for their lives.

David and Jason’s journey, from Little League to college to professional baseball and beyond, reminds us that even when we don’t know what God is up to, He’s putting together the pieces of our life’s puzzle and executing the plans He has for each of us.

Miracle in Shreveport tells the story of a family’s love, the power of prayer, and a game that is truly all-American. It is also the story of brotherhood staying strong, despite the threat of comparison in a profession committed to competition. Most of all, it is the story of being faithful in small steps, honoring God in the process, and trusting His hand in our lives. In this book, the Benhams call us to remember that when we follow God’s dream for us, we find it is better than we could have ever dreamed for ourselves.”

My Review:

You don’t have to love baseball to love this book.

What a great story! The Benham Brothers have written an inspiring and entertaining account of their baseball careers. Fans of the game will enjoy their account of their life in college and professional baseball. But this book is so much more than that. The main emphasis is on the love of family and faith in God in circumstances that seem impossible. I came away with great respect for the Benham brothers’ parents and the strong foundation of faith they gave their sons. By the time you get to the “Miracle in Shreveport”, you’ll be cheering for the brothers with tears in your eye. More importantly, you may even look at the circumstances in your own life in a different way. This is not just a book about baseball. It’s a book about trusting God in the life He has given you.

I received a copy of this book for review. I was not required to give a positive review. This is my honest opinion about this book.