Unexpected: Leave Fear Behind, Move Forward in Faith, Embrace the Adventure

by Christine Caine

Overview

Encouragement and practical steps from bestselling author Christine Caine to help you move from anxiety about the unexpected to embracing confident faith in a good God.

Is it possible to have peace in an uncertain world? To not only expect the unexpected but embrace it? Most of us want to have life under control. But God wants us to anticipate the unexpected with a faith deeply rooted in his goodness. He wants us to know that because he is in control, we don't have to be.

In Unexpected, beloved author Christine Caine helps us walk into the life God has for us - unknowns and all. Using dramatic examples from her own journey, Christine offers real-life strategies and biblical inspiration to help you:

• Anticipate the unexpected - personal upheaval, relational challenges, financial stresses, family transitions, career disappointments, and chaotic world affairs, etc.
• Move from fear and worry about ourselves to hope and trust in God
• Learn new ways to manage disappointment, strengthen our hearts, and build our faith
• Step into the unknown to embrace your God-given destiny
• Live in the joyful freedom of complete trust in God

Nothing in our lives takes God by surprise. So even in the midst of personal upheaval, relational challenges, financial stresses, family transitions, career disappointments, and chaotic world affairs, we can expect God to be good and do good. What other expectation do we need to have? Listen to God’s dare to trust him in every unknown of your life today.

Also available: Unexpected video study and study guide.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781400256570
Publisher:	Nelson, Thomas, Inc.
Publication date:	05/27/2025
Pages:	240
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.40(h) x 0.62(d)

About the Author

Christine Caine is a bestselling author and internationally acclaimed speaker whose message of hope and resilience has inspired millions. Along with her husband, Nick, she founded the A21 Campaign, a global nonprofit dedicated to combating human trafficking, and Propel Women, an initiative committed to activating women globally to fulfill their God-given purpose. Christine's impactful work is also shared through her weekly podcasts, Equip and Empower and Life and Leadership with Propel Women. To learn more about Christine, visit www.christinecaine.com.

Table of Contents

An Invitation to the Unexpected 9

1 When the Unexpected Interrupts Living Expectantly 17

2 When the Unexpected Brings Fear Moving Forward in Faith 37

3 When the Unexpected Disappoints Rising Up in Resilience 57

4 When the Unexpected Betrays Forgiving Freely 79

5 When the Unexpected Disillusions Becoming a Prisoner of Hope 99

6 When the Unexpected Disheartens Living Wholeheartedly 121

7 When the Unexpected Requires Risk Stretching Beyond 141

8 When the Unexpected Is Incremental Taking the Next Step 159

9 When the Unexpected Calls for Change Letting Go of Limitations 181

10 When the Unexpected Exceeds What You Imagined Pressing In and Pressing On 201

Epilogue 221

Acknowledgments 229

Notes 231

Editorial Reviews

Christine Caine is an undeniably anointed voice for our times and her words ignite an uncommon clarity. Consider these pages octane for the soul.

New York Times bestselling author of The Broken Wa Ann Voskamp

I affectionately refer to my dear friend Christine as the 'Hurry-Caine' - she's quick and unpredictable. In Unexpected she shows us that while uncertainty may be in our future, fear doesn't have to be our forecast.

Steven Furtick

With Chris' wisdom, transparency, and anointing you will be prepped and propelled to become a force planted in the truth of who God knows you are.

Sarah Jakes Roberts

Unexpected is a field guide to silencing the voices of fear, disappointment and insecurity that hold us back from living the full and free lives God intends for us. Grab two for yourself, and fifteen for your friends...this is a must-read!

pastor of Passion City Church and founder of Passi Louie Giglio

Fear is the silent enemy that keeps us from reaching our God-given potential. Christine is a pro at helping readers defeat fear by arming them with God's truth.

Mark Batterson

Bobbie and I have watched Christine Caine's journey from the day she received Christ at Hillsong Church in the early 1990s to the life she and her family lead today. We have seen her unswerving approach to navigating life's various unexpected events, and how she has remained full of faith and passion, even in the wake of difficulty.

pastor of Hillsong Church Brian Houston

When unexpected circumstances shake us to the core, it's only natural to feel afraid and uncertain. But what if we could learn to trade our fear for the certainty that God's plans are good? That's why I'm so thankful my friend Christine wrote this perspective-changing message. I love the calm reassurances and Biblical truth Unexpected speaks to my soul.

New York Times bestselling author and president of Lysa TerKeurst

If you have ever found yourself asking God, 'Why?' grab this book and open your heart to discover truth that will give you hope.

Craig Groeschel

When I first heard Christine Caine preach, she did so sitting on a motorbike in the middle of the stage. It was unexpected! Unexpected is Christine Caine at her very best, written with great vulnerability. It is Biblically based, beautifully illustrated and hugely relevant to all our lives.

vicar of Holy Trinity Brompton Rev. Nicky Gumbel

Christine doesn't simply write about conquering the fear of unexpected heartbreak and hardship, she's a doggone gospel gladiator waving the sword of truth as she charges into scary territory!

bestselling author and Bible teacher Lisa Harper

I love the profound truths within the pages of this book. Chris shares how God can move in the unexpected moments of life in such a way that leaves you encouraged, loved and full of faith.

Kari Jobe Carnes

We all have a little 'control freak' in us. In Unexpected, Christine masterfully helps readers give the reigns over to God, unleashing their potential by helping them embrace the unexpected. If you fear change in the slightest, you need this book.

John C. Maxwell

When unexpected circumstances shake us to the core, it's only natural to feel afraid and uncertain. But what if we could learn to trade our fear for the certainty that God's plans are good? That's why I'm so thankful my friend Christine wrote this perspective-changing message. I love the calm reassurances and Biblical truth Unexpected speaks to my soul.

New York Times bestselling author and president of Lysa Ter Keurst