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Built by Fire: The Life and Legacy of David Burnell
A warrior’s journey. A rescuer’s mission. A disciple’s heart.
David Burnell didn’t set out to write a book—he set out to live a life of meaning. From the deserts of the Middle East to the rubble of post-earthquake Haiti… from secret operations and high-threat rescues to moments of profound spiritual awakening, his story is not just one of survival—but of transformation.
In this first volume of the Built by Fire series, Burnell shares the defining moments of a life forged in war, disaster zones, and deep inner struggle. A U.S. Air Force veteran, special operations trainer, and humanitarian responder, Burnell opens the door to his most personal battles—PTSD, trauma, divorce, doubt—and the sacred lessons that rose from the ashes.
This is not just a memoir. It’s a testimony. A mission log of divine encounters. A roadmap for the wounded. And a fire-lit torch for anyone walking through the dark.
What You’ll Behind-the-scenes stories from elite military and rescue missions
Deep reflections on faith, purpose, and spiritual survival
Gritty, true-to-life accounts of danger, loss, healing, and redemption
A call to live with courage, serve with compassion, and stand for truth
You were born to survive.
But more than that—
You were born to rise from the fire.
David Burnell didn’t set out to write a book—he set out to live a life of meaning. From the deserts of the Middle East to the rubble of post-earthquake Haiti… from secret operations and high-threat rescues to moments of profound spiritual awakening, his story is not just one of survival—but of transformation.
In this first volume of the Built by Fire series, Burnell shares the defining moments of a life forged in war, disaster zones, and deep inner struggle. A U.S. Air Force veteran, special operations trainer, and humanitarian responder, Burnell opens the door to his most personal battles—PTSD, trauma, divorce, doubt—and the sacred lessons that rose from the ashes.
This is not just a memoir. It’s a testimony. A mission log of divine encounters. A roadmap for the wounded. And a fire-lit torch for anyone walking through the dark.
What You’ll Behind-the-scenes stories from elite military and rescue missions
Deep reflections on faith, purpose, and spiritual survival
Gritty, true-to-life accounts of danger, loss, healing, and redemption
A call to live with courage, serve with compassion, and stand for truth
You were born to survive.
But more than that—
You were born to rise from the fire.
220 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 3, 2025
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