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Grasping Joy
"There's a small chance it might not be cancer."
Encouraging or not, these words started a journey no one would willingly take, but one Heidi and her family reluctantly began-cancer treatment with their child. Two-year-old Drew will capture your heart as you watch him courageously endure treatment for stage four cancer. At the same time, you'll learn what true joy really is and how to hold it tight, even in heartbreaking circumstances. Heidi will leave you convinced that it is possible for a regular, average Christian to walk with the Lord and experience His joy during the unimaginable.
Encouraging or not, these words started a journey no one would willingly take, but one Heidi and her family reluctantly began-cancer treatment with their child. Two-year-old Drew will capture your heart as you watch him courageously endure treatment for stage four cancer. At the same time, you'll learn what true joy really is and how to hold it tight, even in heartbreaking circumstances. Heidi will leave you convinced that it is possible for a regular, average Christian to walk with the Lord and experience His joy during the unimaginable.
382 pages, Paperback
Published March 24, 2026
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Grasping Joy will grasp your heart from the very first chapter! Heidi recounts her very personal journey from before her son, Drew's cancer diagnosis, all the way until he is finally set free. Heidi openly shares how clung to joy, thankfulness, and peace, which was only possible because of her personal relationship with God. It was amazing to read chapter after chapter of her having to choose over and over to trust in God and His plan for her sweet boy's life. Drew, however, is the true star of the book and his personality shines through in every line. Drew brought joy to everyone he encountered and was a true angel on earth. I promise this book will have you crying while smiling and will encourage everyone to find joy and gratitude no matter what you are facing.
"The power of the Cross not only freed us from the fear of death, but guaranteed we all would get our happy ending, no matter what. What good news! If this was all there was, it would be pretty sad. It's only in the light of this Truth, that we can press on. Keep coming back to the face of ugliness. Have Hope. Find LIFE in this world, be free to give thanks, and embrace the joy we can find in each day. I closed my eyes. Thank you Lord, for saving us from this tragic world." page 153
"The power of the Cross not only freed us from the fear of death, but guaranteed we all would get our happy ending, no matter what. What good news! If this was all there was, it would be pretty sad. It's only in the light of this Truth, that we can press on. Keep coming back to the face of ugliness. Have Hope. Find LIFE in this world, be free to give thanks, and embrace the joy we can find in each day. I closed my eyes. Thank you Lord, for saving us from this tragic world." page 153
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July 1, 2026
This book is a deeply touching and inspiring story of faith, love, and finding joy even in the most difficult moments of life. Heidi’s journey with Drew is a powerful reminder of the strength that comes from faith and the courage it takes to face unimaginable challenges.
May 14, 2026
I couldn’t stop thinking about this family while reading the book. Heidi describes her journey of faith, hope, and love with honesty and grace. I loved it!
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