One man is dead, another in prison. This is not how I envisioned my life would go. I couldn't wrap my head around what was happening. Less than a month ago, I had been living the dream of every farm boy in Texas. I was almost sixteen and having the time of my life. I played football on Thursday nights and marched in the band on Fridays. Soon I would get my driver's license and be able to drive my dad's Dodge truck. Then I'd borrow it to take my girlfriend on a date. I was even planning to run for student council the next year. But in a span of three days my whole life had changed. Now we were running from tiny Glen Rose, TX to Pensacola, FL, and living the stuff of nightmares. And, so began my long struggle with God-who, though I did not know it, would never give up on me. Each of us struggle with unplanned problems. Bad things happen to good people. Through this moving story, may you find hope, help, and comfort only found in Jesus Christ that will enable you not just to survive trouble but to thrive in the midst of it and come out the other side finding perfection only in God's grace.
"Jim Howard's story is so remarkable that it testifies to the kind of full circle story writing only God can do with fully surrendered people! I hope elders, pastors and overseers everywhere read this book and never stop believing that God can take any situation and turn it into something beautiful!"
Johnny Scott, Lead Pastor, Generation Christian Church, Trinity, FL
"If you ever felt you were not worthy of God's forgiveness, I encourage you to read this book. Before your eyes you will see a true story unfold that demonstrates that God has a plan, though unseen, for everyone. This story of Jim Howard's life, experiences, and how God continually intervened and engineered his circumstances will reveal to you that God does love us and has a plan and purpose for your life regardless of your past. You too can make a difference, as Jim has, and fulfill the purpose God has planned for your life."
Mark Graham, CEO and President Planning Advisors
"Thank you Jim for sharing God's Unseen Plan. The authenticity as a man and transparency are refreshing. Your heart for the Lord as you testify to God's providence in every experience is such an encouragement. God's Unseen Plan prayerfully will be used mightily in spurring other men on about sharing their journeys and come to know Christ intimately."
