Rescue Story: Faith, Freedom, and Finding My Way Home

Written by Zach Williams and Robert Noland

Narrated by Zach Williams and Crystal Williams

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.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Zondervan
• Release date: Feb 27, 2024
• ISBN: 9780310368489

Zach Williams

Zach Williams has become one of CCM's leading artists and songwriters by carving a niche with his singular blend of southern rock, country, and faith-filled songwriting, which quickly awarded him his first GRAMMY Award® with his debut album, 2017's Chain Breaker. Rescue Story followed in 2019, and in 2022 Zach returned with his third full-length album, A Hundred Highways. Zach and his family live near Nashville, Tennessee.

Reviews for Rescue Story

[Heather Lilly · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Thank you for sharing your redemption story and pointing people to Jesus through your music and testimony.

[Tim Mavergeorge · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

What an incredible story of redemption. It reads like a novel. I am a Christian licensed counselor, and I can appreciate all that the Lord had to do to get Zack’s attention. Thank you for putting it in words.

[Pamela · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

This truly is a story of God’s great grace and mercy and a confirmation that it is never too late to turn to Him or back to Him. Zach and Crystal use their stories to inform and deepen the impact of Zach’s songwriting and music talent.

[Amy Beckett · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

What a great story of forgiveness and living with purpose!

[Kimberly Patton · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Great book. Very raw and heartfelt. The Lord is precious and good to us. Thank you Jesus for all you do in each of our lives.

[Temporal Michael · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Love the story of redemption. Living with a similar situation with my 22 yr old son, it taught me a few things. I love unconditionally and pray, but I also have a tendency to want to preach or push. Listening to how Zach’s parents approached Zach it’s taught me how to show more patience and just keep loving and praying. I say I’m turning him over, but I still want to fix him. I know only the Father can do so and I truly need to turn him over and let go. I have always loved Zach and his music, knowing how he has overcome and what he and Chrystal went through makes me love him and her even more. God has and is truly using him for the kingdom! Thanks for your story of unconditional love, grace and redemption!

[Kimberly Nielsen · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

His raw honesty. It’s an awesome book it will and is helping others