"Astute readers may be wondering about the seven challenges former lawyer and pastor of Connexus Church (Barrie, Ont.) Nieuwhof discusses in his book. Organized by sections "Cynicism," "Compromise," "Disconnection," "Irrelevance," "Pride," "Burnout," and "Emptiness" the work demonstrates how a reliance on God and His word can help instill curiosity and strengthen character. Serving as a helpful companion on the journey of life, Nieuwhof shares lessons in how to accept change and offers antidotes to embracing today's challenges. Writing from firsthand experience and describing both struggles with and victories over life's obstacles, his advice provides an invigorating way through setbacks and adversity. VERDICT Recommended, particularly for readers of faith-based works." Library Journal

Over the years, one of the things I ve enjoyed most about being a public speaker is having opportunities to hang out with Carey. We ve had dozens of meals and more coffees than I can count. I ve had the good fortune to hear these ideas as they developed and as they ve helped leaders across the country. It s not a matter of if you ll run into these challenges; it s a matter of when. Be prepared by spending a little time with a leader who has already been there.
Jon Acuff, New York Times best-selling author of Finish: Give Yourself the Gift of Done

Burnout, cynicism, disconnection, compromise are these just the inevitable curses of growing older in a rapidly changing, technology-addicted world? Carey Nieuwhof believes we can see these ills coming before they befall us and can take steps to avoid them. If you re looking for gentle, empathetic life coaching from a Christian perspective, this book is sure to help you.
Daniel H. Pink, author of New York Times bestsellers When and Drive

One of the biggest challenges of the Christian life is staying the course. Experiences happening to us and around us every day try to derail us. In this book, Carey will help you identify some of the biggest distractions threatening to keep you from your God-given destiny and will provide you with tools to redirect your focus and keep your eyes fixed on Jesus so you can finish your race strong.
Christine Caine, best-selling author and founder of A21 and Propel Women

Leaders do well when they continually examine themselves, and they set themselves up for failure when they don t. Carey points leaders to some very important areas to observe.
Dr. Henry Cloud, leadership consultant and author of The Power of the Other

If you don t take the time to see what s coming at you, you can t see the One who s coming for you. And that s why you have to read this book, which hands you more than binoculars. Carey Nieuwhof offers you his own beckoning hand. And he is one uncommonly perceptive and generous guide whose fresh, luminous insights are a needed lens for all leaders to scout out more courage, more capacity, more Christ.
Ann Voskamp, author of New York Times bestsellers The Broken Way and One Thousand Gifts

Carey isn t just a great lawyer; he s a wise friend. This is a practical book about navigating your life. With clarity and authenticity, Carey reminds us it usually isn t the destination that s the problem. It s the distractions along the way that will get us off course.
Bob Goff, author of New York Times bestsellers Love Does and Everybody, Always

Life has a way of broadsiding us with lessons that we need to learn but would rather avoid. In his new book, Didn t See It Coming, Carey Nieuwhof candidly addresses seven key life challenges that every leader will face. Carey writes with deep biblical insight, straightforward truth, and practical wisdom to help you grow despite facing life s obstacles.
Craig Groeschel, pastor and New York Times best-selling author

Carey is a deep thinker with a significant contemporary voice developed from his unique life journey. Through seasons of idealism and cynicism, disillusionment and burnout, Carey has navigated a path through unexpected and enormous challenges to become an influential leader and minister of the gospel. He leads from his life and relationship with Jesus Christ with engaging humility and disarming vulnerability. Carey has carefully and generously assembled the wisdom he has garnered along the way into this powerful, personal, and highly readable book.
Brian Houston, global senior pastor of Hillsong Church and author of There Is More

Whether you re in the corner office or just getting started as a leader, this book will become one of your greatest allies in your march toward success. In Didn t See It Coming, Carey Nieuwhof tackles seven life issues that blindside way too many leaders. Whatever challenge you re facing, whatever obstacle you re hoping to overcome, whatever future you dream or imagine, there is something powerful for you here.
Andy Stanley, author, communicator, and founder of North Point Ministries

At some point every leader struggles with deeper issues soul issues, heart issues, life issues. I ve known Carey Nieuwhof for a long time and have seen him navigate these matters with humility, skill, and effectiveness. Didn t See It Coming is a masterful treatment of some of the biggest challenges you ll ever face, and Carey offers you the wisdom and strategies to tackle them.
Reggie Joiner, CEO of Orange

Carey Nieuwhof is one of my favorite people on the planet for a few reasons. First, he s the genuine article. Second, he challenges the way I think. I believe you ll feel the same way after reading this book! Few people see the future as clearly as Carey. He will help you not only see a better future but also create it.
Mark Batterson, New York Times best-selling author of The Circle Maker and lead pastor of National Community Church

Buckle up, friends! What Carey Nieuwhof has shared in these pages is everything you secretly fear and exactly what you need to hear. Too many of us (myself included) have come dangerously close to being crippled by these seven challenges. Your leadership influence is a sacred responsibility and requires a deep commitment to lead yourself well. If you re brave enough to do the hard work, this book will be the lifeline you need to keep leading well for the long haul!
Jenni Catron, founder of the 4Sight Group

Communication skills are only half the battle in leadership and life. If we re honest, the real struggle happens inside our hearts and souls. Nieuwhof s new book provides expert guidance in the life issues that make or break us as leaders and as people. He addresses each issue honestly and with an accuracy that pierces the heart.
Nancy Duarte, best-selling author and CEO of Duarte Inc.

Carey Nieuwhof cares deeply about leaders and proves it with this challenging yet hopeful book. We all need a guide to help us know what s around the corner in our leadership journey, and Carey provides helpful perspective for any leader at any level.
Brad Lomenick, author of H3 Leadership and The Catalyst Leader and former president of Catalyst

It s been said that youth is wasted on the young and wisdom wasted on the old. But what if the wisdom of age and experience could be transferred to anyone still on the journey? That s exactly what Carey Nieuwhof has done in Didn t See It Coming. If you re interested in accelerating your growth as a leader and learning wisdom beyond your years, pick up a copy today.
William Vanderbloemen, founder and CEO of Vanderbloemen Search Group

Carey is one of my favorite church leadership voices. If you want to know what the future holds and how to react to it tomorrow, read Didn t See It Coming today.
John Ortberg, senior pastor of Menlo Church and author of I d Like You More If You Were More Like Me

Many people know Carey because of his wisdom on leadership and the ministry philosophy he offers through his blog and podcast. This book, though, reveals the Carey I know best. This vulnerable perspective on life forced me to look in the mirror and deal with the man I saw staring back at me. No one expects the personal challenges Carey unpacks in this book, but each one has the potential to derail even the best leader. Didn t See It Coming offers practical steps to overcome our personal stuckness and find a healthy way forward.
Tony Morgan, founder (and recovering cynic) of the Unstuck Group

There aren t many voices in this world that I trust as much as Carey Nieuwhof s. Over the last decade of our friendship, I ve found him to be humble, smart, selfless, futuristic, and passionate. In this incredibly timely publication, Carey helps us understand that what we can t see often has the greatest consequences. We can learn the hard way, or we can let Carey help. I ve already made my choice.
Clay Scroggins, lead pastor of North Point Community Church and author of How to Lead When You re Not in Charge

Before Carey wrote this book, he lived it. This is why I m grateful he wrote it. Carey is one of my best friends, and I ve had a front-row seat watching him apply what he wrote about in Didn t See It Coming. We all know there are challenges heading our way, but as Carey points out, we don t have to be unsuspecting victims. We can prepare, and the best news of all is that we can overcome.
Jeff Henderson, lead pastor of Gwinnett Church

Like any true leader worth following, the leader looks within himself first. Carey Nieuwhof does just that. Carey s book...