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Dream Brave: A Dare to Live by Faith When You Feel Too Small
No Dream Is Too Small--or Too Big--for God
Do you have dreams you long to fulfill yet feel you just can't? Wai Jia felt that way.
Having met abandoned girls in Nepal who were traumatically evicted repeatedly, she longed to do more. Inspired by their audacious hope, she dared to dream brave--and, at the age of 18, raised $100,000 to build them a home, changing their lives forever. Since then, her life has been a series of radical yeses to God's call to faith.
Today, as a multi-award-winning, international humanitarian, physician, and nonprofit founder, Tam addresses the self-doubt and fear we all have. Through powerful stories, biblical insights, and practical principles, she invites readers to embrace risk and push past setbacks.
If you've ever felt too small to pursue your dreams, now is your time to step out in faith--and watch God do something far greater than you imagined. Dream brave.
"Wai Jia Tam's story of faith and perseverance has been a great blessing to witness. Love God, dream His dreams, and pursue them without fear." --HEIDI G. BAKER, PhD, co-founder and executive chairman of the board, Iris Global
"An inspiring and delightful book about having bold, brave dreams for God and seeing how He brings them to reality."-- J. JOHN, REVEREND CANON
"Wai Jia truly lives out the axiom that God did not call us to be safe, but He called us to be brave." --PASTOR BENNY HO, senior pastor, Faith Community Church, Perth
Do you have dreams you long to fulfill yet feel you just can't? Wai Jia felt that way.
Having met abandoned girls in Nepal who were traumatically evicted repeatedly, she longed to do more. Inspired by their audacious hope, she dared to dream brave--and, at the age of 18, raised $100,000 to build them a home, changing their lives forever. Since then, her life has been a series of radical yeses to God's call to faith.
Today, as a multi-award-winning, international humanitarian, physician, and nonprofit founder, Tam addresses the self-doubt and fear we all have. Through powerful stories, biblical insights, and practical principles, she invites readers to embrace risk and push past setbacks.
If you've ever felt too small to pursue your dreams, now is your time to step out in faith--and watch God do something far greater than you imagined. Dream brave.
"Wai Jia Tam's story of faith and perseverance has been a great blessing to witness. Love God, dream His dreams, and pursue them without fear." --HEIDI G. BAKER, PhD, co-founder and executive chairman of the board, Iris Global
"An inspiring and delightful book about having bold, brave dreams for God and seeing how He brings them to reality."-- J. JOHN, REVEREND CANON
"Wai Jia truly lives out the axiom that God did not call us to be safe, but He called us to be brave." --PASTOR BENNY HO, senior pastor, Faith Community Church, Perth
240 pages, Paperback
Published January 30, 2024
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December 24, 2025
A deeply faith-building book that stirred my heart, strengthened my trust in God, and inspired me to embrace a life of adventure with Him.
August 2, 2025
This book was recommended to me by a fellow doctor poet sister in Christ. I admit, at that point of meeting her (and still many times now), I’ve taken a passive approach to the dreams God planted in my heart and life. Things like writing a book, aspiring to be in Forbes 30 under 30, or even stepping into the calling of marriage and motherhood seems daunting: at the back of my mind a nagging question: could I really have it all? Yet Wai Jia shows that, you can, just in God’s way and timing, if we trust and have faith to dream bold dreams and surrender every step of the way to God. As I read her words and testimonies, I felt a stirring within me to take action, step into my new identity and into His rest. The word God planted in my heart was ‘awaken’.
PS. I believe that it’s also of no coincidence that Wai Jia and I shared the same Chinese character in our name, 蔚! This is an extremely rare character. Ive always disliked it, but when I read the part where she explains the meaning of her name like the splendor of the skies, I felt so joyful and began to embrace the part of myself (my Chinese name) that I have rejected for years. Really praise God for this expected new identity!!!
PS. I believe that it’s also of no coincidence that Wai Jia and I shared the same Chinese character in our name, 蔚! This is an extremely rare character. Ive always disliked it, but when I read the part where she explains the meaning of her name like the splendor of the skies, I felt so joyful and began to embrace the part of myself (my Chinese name) that I have rejected for years. Really praise God for this expected new identity!!!
May 23, 2024
Sincerely this was a timely read. This account inspires me to live a life of faith, to dare hold on to my God-given dream despite opposition from loved-ones. The battle is won not with crafty arguments but in the place of prayer, in the “wasting” of time waiting patiently in God’s presence. I should not strive like I don’t have a God by my side but make strategic moves as God directs me.
Wai Jia wrote this book wonderfully. Each of the multiple life accounts she shares are packed with messages concerning God's faithfulness and concerning the importance of dogged faith. I love this book and gifted it to my girlfriend. My girlfriend loved it so much that she gave bought it for her close friend.
This is definitely a gift-worthy book. It is frankly one of the most encouraging and inspiring books I've ever read.
Wai Jia wrote this book wonderfully. Each of the multiple life accounts she shares are packed with messages concerning God's faithfulness and concerning the importance of dogged faith. I love this book and gifted it to my girlfriend. My girlfriend loved it so much that she gave bought it for her close friend.
This is definitely a gift-worthy book. It is frankly one of the most encouraging and inspiring books I've ever read.
May 25, 2024
What a gift!
An amazing story of an ongoing journey with God- listening, obeying and moving (many times literally).
Written with vulnerability (often sharing her doubts, grief and uncertainties); the author doesn't only Dream Brave but lives bravely, allowing God to show up and show off- inspiring us to do the same.
An amazing story of an ongoing journey with God- listening, obeying and moving (many times literally).
Written with vulnerability (often sharing her doubts, grief and uncertainties); the author doesn't only Dream Brave but lives bravely, allowing God to show up and show off- inspiring us to do the same.
March 6, 2024
What an amazing life story and a great read!
May 3, 2024
So, so good. Interesting life story and inspiring. Highly recommend.
October 22, 2025
What a great inspiring stories. The struggles were relatable and I found the book very encouraging. If God can do it for Dr Tam then God can do it for me!
March 30, 2024
This is a compelling book that invites readers into a world of faith, courage, and missional purpose. The book is a testament to Wai Jia’s authenticity, filled with personal stories and faith adventures that are both inspiring and encouraging.
Her writing is deeply personal, making the reader feel as though they are on the journey with her. Her stories are not just tales, but faith adventures that challenge and inspire. They are a testament to her bravery and determination to live by faith, even when she feels too small or insignificant.
The book is rich with Christian and biblical insights, providing a fresh perspective on faith and spirituality. I’d commend this book to Christians young and old.
Her writing is deeply personal, making the reader feel as though they are on the journey with her. Her stories are not just tales, but faith adventures that challenge and inspire. They are a testament to her bravery and determination to live by faith, even when she feels too small or insignificant.
The book is rich with Christian and biblical insights, providing a fresh perspective on faith and spirituality. I’d commend this book to Christians young and old.
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