Jumping Through Fires: The Gripping Story of One Man's Escape from Revolution to Redemption Book

Memoir of an Iranian-American who left Iran with his family as a young boy during the Revolution to escape the internal conflict in his home country. His family sought refuge in the United States during a time when being Iranian was very unpopular. Interesting historical and cultural context that touches on the rise and fall of the Shah and the role the US government played in the years preceding and following the unrest. The author offers us his perspective of trying to assimilate into American culture as a child and then teenager and provides insight on being born Muslim but eventually becoming a Christ follower in America. This easy quick read offers deeper lessons and unique views on coming of age in a country not your own and finding new life both literally and spiritually. Great story. Challenges and inspires me to live a life that shines and offers light to others that they might see and know Christ.