Rescue Story

Faith, Freedom, and Finding My Way Home

By: Zach Williams, Robert Noland - contributor

Narrated by: Zach Williams, Crystal Williams

Length: 5 hrs and 4 mins

Publisher's summary

From a hard-rocking life fueled by substance abuse to a hope-filled life of freedom and joy—this is music star Zach Williams's bold and vulnerable story of faith and redemption.

Before two-time GRAMMY Award winner Zach Williams penned heartfelt, faith-filled ballads like "Chain Breaker," "There Was Jesus (featuring Dolly Parton)," and "Fear Is a Liar," there was darkness. A rock-and-roll singer who thought he had all he ever wanted to make him happy, Zach instead felt empty. The drugs, alcohol, and late-night gigs played around the world couldn't satisfy the longing in his heart for a place to belong. He was desperate for change.

It came while on tour in Spain with his band, and in this powerful and poignant memoir, Zach shares in vivid detail his personal Rescue Story. He reflects on his childhood and the prophecy that kept his parents from giving up hope, his descent into the substance abuse that held him captive for so long, and ultimately the rescue he didn't think was possible but embraced with open arms.

A compelling, honest story of God's unconditional love, grace, and redemption, Rescue Story shares the intimate journey of a beloved music artist and challenges you to seek resilient hope in the trials of your own life—because Jesus offers real freedom and joy, despite the mistakes of your past.

©2024 Zach Williams and Robert Noland (P)2024 Zondervan

very moving stores

After going to Zach Williams concert he told us about his book as l love his music and inspired by the stories he tells on stage I knew I had to get the book it is awesome I will definitely share it with friends

A must read, will change your life

Listen to a lot of audiobook and this one is incredible. The best part was the person that wrote. It is was the Reader.
Jeff N.

Incredible Story

Zach & Crystal’s vulnerability sheds light into their lives that points directly to God’s hand all over their story. Grateful for the way God has used Zach’s music from the refuge service to the 747 college service to Chain Breaker & the rest of the songs—and I’m excited to see how God continues to use Zach’s story in this book.

He doesn’t want us to save the earth, that’s what God does!

I love this book! It’s so honest and it shows that life is hard and you can overcome because God loves us no matter what!

His story

This is a truly inspiring story of overcoming addiction and mental health. I pray many others will read this and see God's work

LOVED Rescue Story by Zach Williams

I loved the honest transparency of Zach Williams and his wife Crystal to the end of helping others who are struggling with similar addictions and behaviors. I loved the insights Zach offered as possible failures as the Body of Christ in making those who are unchurched feel comfortable in a church setting. I loved the way that Zach gave no excuses for his behavior and choices but very candidly described his thought processes in all of his downward spirals. I admire his humility and constant regard to his wife, his parents, and especially God and His grace, and timing for every success he is experiencing now. This book just makes following his music and going to his concerts that much more special.

Too Close to Home

Started down the same path but returned home sooner. Thanks for sharing your story Zach!

What hope shines through in this book

What hope this book gives for us and others as prodigal sons and daughters. Thank you for sharing your story of what a powerful God we have and a perfect example of how God uses all things for good to those that love Him. ❤️

Wow!

Incredible. Really resonated with me and my past / musical influences.
Thank YOU! Zach and Crystal Williams!! Thank you Steve for your Grace and THANK YOU JESUS for loving the unlovable.

God was always in control.

What an Awesome testimony. I highly recommend this book for anyone that think God has given up on them or that can not see a way out of their addiction. Thank You Zach Williams for writing this book. May God continue to richly Bless you and your family. Keep singing His praises.