A Higher Calling
Pursuing Love, Faith, and Mount Everest for a Greater Purpose
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4.9 • 34 Ratings
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- $12.99
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Publisher Description
NATIONAL BESTSELLER • ECPA BESTSELLER • The husband and wife behind the popular Earls Family Vlogs share their inspiring love story of how an expedition to climb Mount Everest deepened their faith, strengthened their commitment, and sharpened their vision to make a difference in the world.
As a senior at West Point, Harold Earls dreamed of summiting Mount Everest after graduation and bringing awareness to the issue of PTSD in soldiers and veterans. But as a novice mountain climber and newlywed, could he really leave his wife, Rachel, on the other side of the world to pursue such a dangerous quest? After all, Rachel’s dream was to be a wife and mother. She knew that her husband’s audacious goal might lead to her to give up everything.
A Higher Calling takes us on a beautiful journey through the ups and downs of their relationship, from their unlikely introduction and whirlwind romance to their fairy-tale wedding and the dreams they shared. Dreams that required tremendous sacrifice and faith—in each other and in God.
As their dreams are realized, witness how Harold and Rachel used their powerful bond of love to overcome obstacles and learn that life is about doing versus having, serving versus getting, being versus wanting.
A Higher Calling shows each of us that when God’s purpose and our passion meet, we can transcend any sacrifice we make on the mountains of adversity. And as we approach life with an attitude of thanksgiving, we realize that being joyful and living in love is worth it. Every time.
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
Rachel Earls, host of the Earls Family Vlogs, and her husband, Harold, an officer in the U.S. Army, chronicle their journey of faith, marriage, and perseverance in this stirring memoir. Shortly after the couple marries in 2014, the strength of their relationship is tested as Harold pursues his dream of climbing Mount Everest to raise awareness for military members with post-traumatic stress disorder. Chapter sections alternate between Harold and Rachel, with each offering perspective on their courtship, engagement, and the strong faith that saw them through months of separation when Harold traveled to Everest. Breathtaking descriptions of Harold's time on the mountain, his emotions during the climb, and the harrowing details of his climbing team's difficulties are documented in diary format at the conclusion of each chapter: "The unthinkable reality was that I didn't know for certain if I was going to make it back," Harold writes. They describe their love for one another and trust in God as driving forces that allow Harold and Rachel to sustain their faith despite Harold risking his life on the climb. Combining intense adventure and sincere emotion, this invigorating tale will appeal to outdoorsy types and Christians alike.
Customer Reviews
Earls Fam
I found Rachel’s vlog one day on youtube & was hooked since then. Somewhere before he came home from Everest! I’ve watched them grow as a family & have seen all their adventures! This book gave more details than what was shared on screen! I loved it!
For God glorys
This book is amazing. Keep training Leo and Wyatt to be men of God! You got this