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Blessed Are the Misfits: Great News for Believers who are Introverts, Spiritual Strugglers, or Just Feel Like They're Missing Something Paperback – November 28, 2017

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If you've ever felt like you don't fit into American church culture... Brant Hansen has been there, too. Join Hansen as he explores modern Christianity, the beauty of being different, and the astonishing goodness of God.

American church culture can feel designed for extroverted, emotional people -- so what does that mean for the rest of us? Brant Hansen gets it. Introverted, a natural skeptic, and an "Aspie," he often wondered how, even if, he fit into the Kingdom of God.

But the good news is that the Good News is for all. Maybe "spiritual" doesn't always look like we expect. And maybe those of us whose lives aren't full of amazing or emotional spiritual stories, or those of us who struggle to be social, confident, or happy -- "misfits," really -- have a beautiful place in God's kingdom too.

In his trademark dry, self-effacing humor, Brant addresses questions like:

  • If I don't relate to God as emotionally or feel His presence as intensely, is there something wrong with me?
  • What if I'm not good at talking to people about my faith -- or not good at talking to people at all?
  • What if I'm terrible at praying and even struggle to want to pray?
  • If I struggle with depression, does that mean I've failed spiritually?

For anyone who has felt left out, anyone who has gone through the motions, or anyone who feels like they have more questions than answers, Blessed Are the Misfits is a breath of fresh air.

Praise for Blessed are the Misfits:

"This book is for those who feel disconnected, lonely, or spiritually dry. Brant's writing is honest, quirky, funny, and downright therapeutic. I can think of no one I'd rather have sit down with me and say, "You know what? It's okay to be you.'"

--Benjamin C. Warf, MD, Professor of Neurosurgery, Harvard Medical School

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Brant Hansen is a nationally syndicated radio host and podcaster of The Brant and Sherri Oddcast. He works with CURE International, a worldwide network of hospitals that brings life-changing medical care and the good news of God’s love to children with treatable conditions. Brant lives in South Florida with his wife, Carolyn. You can find out more about the amazing work of CURE at cure.org, and you can follow Brant at Brant Hansen Page on Facebook, and @branthansen on Instagram and Twitter.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Thomas Nelson (November 28, 2017)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 256 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0718096312
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0718096311
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  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 1.05 x 8.45 inches
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Brant Hansen is an author, nationally syndicated radio host, and advocate for healing children with correctible disabilities through CURE International Children's Hospitals.

He’s won “personality of the year” awards multiple times for his work on his offbeat and quirky radio show which airs on more than 200 stations. His podcast with his friend and radio producer, Sherri Lynn (“The Brant and Sherri Oddcast”) has more than 15 million downloads.

His first book, Unoffendable, prompted a national discussion on the idea of forgiveness, and our culture’s embrace of self-righteous anger.

His second book is both provocative and personal. Blessed are the Misfits: Great News for Those Who Are Introverts, Spiritual Strugglers, or Just Feel Like They’re Missing Something. In this book, Hansen addresses his own, and many others’, inability to “feel God’s presence”, and how God might Himself feel about that.

The Truth About Us is Brant's third book, released in 2021. It takes a thoughtful and humorous approach to exploring how adept humans are at justifying themselves, drawing from both cognitive scientists and Biblical wisdom.

His fourth book, The Men We Need, tackles the challenge of presenting a positive, distinct vision for masculinity that is life-giving both for men and everyone in their sphere of influence.

Brant speaks to groups/conferences/churches when his schedule allows.

He has appeared as a guest to talk about cultural issues on programs such as ABC's Good Morning America, and has written for CNN.com, The Washington Post, U.S. News and World Report, The South Florida Sun-Sentinel, Relevant, and numerous other outlets on matters as varied as public policy, culture, sports, Asperger’s Syndrome, and faith. He’s been a game inventor, fronted a modern rock band, still dabbles in singing and songwriting.

He’s traveled extensively throughout the world for CURE and other groups, including multiple trips to CURE’s hospital for women and children in Afghanistan.

He has been married for 33 years to Carolyn, and they have two grown children.

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Good for the Misfit as well as the spouse of the Misfit
Brant’s book is not only for Misfits but for those who are married to a Misfit. My husband has Aspergers and really identifies with Brant. When I hear Brant on the radio I often feel like I am listening to my husbands inner thoughts. So, when this book came out I knew I needed to read it. Brant explains(with backing from Gods Word)to me everything I have ever wondered about my husbands relationship with God. He and I are very opposite in hiw we “see” God and in how we “talk” to Him. This book showed me why and gave me comfort that my husband is a very strong believer and that not everyone’s faith will look like what society says it should look like but that doesnt mean they dont have a personal relationship with Christ. For my husband this book showed him that once again he is his own kind of different and God created him in His image and therefore He alone knows exactly how to reach his heart.
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L. A. Cook
5.0 out of 5 stars This book is spot-on!
Reviewed in the United States on March 15, 2024
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It didn’t take long to realize that Brant Hansen was putting all my feelings into words that I couldn’t find for myself. I am definitely an introvert, but am surprised at just how much I understand and relate to this wonderful book. So many questions have been answered for me. Thank you Brant!
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Jesse Jost
5.0 out of 5 stars Experiencing God When You Don't Feel Him
Reviewed in the United States on December 6, 2017
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Brant Hansen's book "Unoffendable," was one of the most life-changing and freeing reads of 2015. So I was excited to dig into Brant's latest book. It is fantastic. Humorous and easy to read, but also very challenging and thought-provoking.

Brant has Asperger's which is a form of autism. This condition affects his ability to feel emotions we take for granted. Perhaps because of this, Brant confesses that He has never "felt" God's presence. He often lacks the emotional "highs" other believers talk about. While this has been a source of great guilt and frustration, Brant has learned to seek God on a deeper level than feelings, and has realized that we are not judged by what we are feeling or our emotional experiences but by the fruit of our actions. Are we showing love? Are we obeying the commands of Christ? Brant encourages us to make more effort to show genuine love to those around us rather than just inviting people into an emotional experience.

Emotions are a gift and there is more to be said for the role emotions should play in our lives than Brant covers here. But emotions can also blind us, and I feel like the lack of emotions Brant can feel has in some ways given him clearer insight into life. He admits this book is not for everyone and some won't be able to relate. I feel things much deeper than Brant does, but I could sure relate to his questions of doubt and his search for something real. His conclusion is that God is good, even when we don't feel it. And even when His followers completely miss the point and get distracted from the heart of Jesus's teaching, Jesus continues to heal and pursue the weak and the outcasts. This book is highly recommended.
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Caitlin Pusateri
5.0 out of 5 stars Hilarious, thought provoking book; easy read but challenging ideas
Reviewed in the United States on December 1, 2017
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Blessed Are the Misfits is an outstanding read for anyone who's ever wondered about God. Brant writes the book in little vignettes and stories that make you realize you aren't alone in your wonderment. He breaks down the walls so many Christians like to build up and boldly states that sometimes you feel like a Misfit. Sometimes God doesn't whisper in your ear or show you a clear cut sign or hold you in a warm embrace. Sometimes you don't feel, hear, see anything - and you're not alone. And it's okay. Because you can still love, be faithful and know Him.

Brant's writing style is hilarious to me. He breaks religion down into simple ideas that make me think. Sometimes I agree with him, sometimes I want to learn more because of him, and sometimes I think a little differently. But I always feel respected and part of the cool kids when I'm listening to or reading works by him.

If you like the Sherri & Brant Oddcast, you'll love the book and recognize some of the stories. I highly recommend to anyone who's ever had questions about God or Jesus; has never seen a burning bush or received a whisper in their ear. And if you have? Well, maybe you should read this to know where the rest of us are at.
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Jeffrey Elya
5.0 out of 5 stars You a part of a Christian family w someone who's autistic??? This is worth the read.
Reviewed in the United States on September 18, 2018
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First off, like almost all my reviews, I like sticking to the point. Honestly, I never want to know about how something got damaged or lost in the mail via a review, although it does suck when that happens.
Blessed Are The Misfits is worth the read because it helps others who are, frankly, normal to understand the person w autism in your life. I grew up in the 90s, when the second wave rippled through kids entering the various school systems, and I had to fight it. Really, I have to thank my mother, Kim Elya for what she put me through, in an attempt to get me to understand myself much better. Books like this, should've been written a good twenty to thirty years ago. Brant packs information in the book, but more importantly, thankfully, he makes people like me feel, like I'm actually important. He's informative and blunt. Several times while reading his stories, I found myself laughing hysterically out loud, yet at the same time, there were a couple places I was almost literally bawling in tears. Before diving in, every reader must know, who's been a part of the autistic community is that this book is not an information book. That kind of book, you need to look elsewhere, but this is much more of an uplifting and inspiring read to people, like me, who feel depressed, isolated, extremely hurt, and outcasts who think they're not worth anything. Strangely enough, I was scrolling through books, here on Amazon, and found myself drawn to this book. If you're a fast reader, you should get through this one two to three days, tops.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Honest Humorous Helpful
Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2024
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This is a great piece of work by Mr Hansen. The honest and humorous presentation connects and enables practical application of helpful information.
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Julie L
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing Book
Reviewed in Canada on January 28, 2021
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Great for both the misfits and those who are not. I very much recommend. One con: some of the Bible translations used are iffy.
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JD
5.0 out of 5 stars best book ever
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 31, 2018
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this book is just what I needed. It answers so many questions I've had and as I was reading it was like he was talking specifically about me. It was like a burden had been lifted. It is also very funny and I frequently found myself laughing out loud. I highly recommend this book if you are a Christian and feel like you're missing the point. It's one of the best books I've ever read.
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EI
5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful book
Reviewed in Australia on February 17, 2022
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This is a wonderful book for any Christian who has ever struggled with church and not fitting in. It enabled me to look at my purpose as a follower of Jesus in a new way, and maybe I’ll finally stop berating myself for being a church failure!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 30, 2018
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Funny and thought provoking.
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LB
5.0 out of 5 stars Good book
Reviewed in Canada on August 9, 2018
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Good book
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