Why I Stand

De: Jonathan Isaac

Narrado por: Jonathan Isaac

Facing public criticism, peer hostility, and widespread disapproval, would you compromise your principles to blend in with the crowd, or would you stand for what you believe?

On July 31, 2020, the Orlando Magic starting forward Jonathan Isaac was the lone NBA player not to kneel for the national anthem amid a league-wide demonstration in support of Black Lives Matter. Standing alone, knowing the scrutiny to come, Jonathan had a peace he at one time never could have imagined possible.

In Why I Stand, Jonathan shares the journey of how—through a series of divine connections and a willingness to follow Christ—his fear and insecurity-driven life was transformed into one of confidence and purpose. From his childhood in the Bronx to his high school years in Florida, from rail-skinny freshman at FSU to top draft pick in the NBA, Jonathan uses his life story to illuminate the freedom and peace found in the love of Jesus Christ.

More than the story of an NBA player’s transformation from man on the court to man of God, Why I Stand is a testament to His love, power, and grace that extends to us all. This book is a discovery that no matter your level of confidence today, God’s strength will develop in your weakness. That courage is found in trusting that God is greater than your fears.

As Jonathan takes you through the experiences that drove his decisions, he offers insight and inspiration to help you to grow to a point where standing alone is better than not standing at all.

©2022 Jonathan Isaac (P)2022 DW Books

In A Divided World, A courageous Stand

Thanks, Jonathan, for being an example, a standard, a Leader for other to follow, not just in faith, but in the willingness to reason though controversial topics and follow the path made clear to you.

Amazing Story and Testimony!!!

So grateful for this man’s courage and willingness to not follow the herd. We can all learn something from this book and I hope Mr. Isaac’s message travels far and wide!! Acts 17:26.

Amazing ministry

Such courage and love.. What an incredible ministry! This book is both entertaining and inspirational

Inspirational

what an amazing testimony by an inspirational man. Always love when someone stands up for God and what he believes in. can't wait to see the movie. 🙂

Pearls of Wisdom

This book is so uplifting. I appreciate the wisdom the author shares with us as he grows in his faith and endures life's challenges. A good book for new believers and anyone needing to be reminded that God doesn't expect perfection from us. God simply asks us to trust Him. 🙏🏼

Amazing story of courage

This is a beautiful story of faith and courage. I am grateful it was shared for us to hear

Courageous

Awesome book!! Teaching others to have the courage to stand for what’s right. Very encouraging.

Strength through God

This book was amazing. Thank you Jonathan for sharing your story and your backstory. Young people like you and Riley Gaines give people like me hope for the future. These are trying times but trust God will prevail. I highly recommend this book for anyone who is looking for the truth.

Fascinating and Lovely and inspiring

Nice voice and style, great message, inspiring. Interesting to hear his childhood at McDonald’s and driving so far each day from Naples. Wish he talked more about his wife. Great story. Never watched basketball before. Saw a podcast of him talking to Jack Hibbs and found him sweet and interesting.

Ordered Steps

The details of the steps that led gim to his career and to God are remarkable. They show the hand of God in directing our lives even when we are unaware.