Rich Dixon is reflecting again.

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Last time, I said I didn’t necessarily want to be the center of an inspirational story.

Then, I met the mother of a former student who told me she was inspired by the story of RELENTLESS GRACE. And this week I received a call from a guy who hosts a radio show. He also read the book, found it inspiring, and would like me to tell the story to his listeners.

I’m learning. When I encounter this sort of thing repeatedly, maybe Jesus is trying to tell me something. Maybe some part of my role is to inspire others, whether that makes me uncomfortable or not.

The next question, for me is: Inspire them to do what, exactly? In my mind, true inspiration ought to create a desire to do or create or change. Or at least create a belief that some sort of change is possible.

Ideally, I’d like folks who read RELENTLESS GRACE to leave believing in hope, a confident expectation in the future based on faith that God keeps his promises. For more than a decade, I lived in hopelessness. Once I discovered a glimmer of hope on the seat of a handcycle, everything changed.

Hope Changes What’s Possible.

As I said last time, I pray that the kids at the Home of Hope somehow find hope in the midst of the chaos and trauma they’ve endured. But my prayers go further than just our 22 kids.

A large community has gathered around The FREEDOM TOUR. Many give generously of their time and resources despite personal struggles. Some are distant due to difficult circumstances, some have physical issues – but they’re still part of the family.

I don’t know all the stories, but most of them know mine. I hope my story can inspire them, and maybe you, to find hope.

Because hope changes everything.