About the Story

When Jonah Stein returns to his hometown after seven years to say his final goodbyes to his Nana Rose, he’s not prepared for what awaits him in her will. Left with an extended stay in the small town he tried to escape, Jonah is forced to deal with his grief and confront the past that he’s spent years running from. Between reuniting with Hope McKinley—the girl he left behind— and rediscovering the faith he ran from long ago, Jonah finds himself longing for a new beginning in the place he swore he'd never return. 

Just as life begins to look promising, Jonah’s sinful past resurfaces, bringing consequences that force him to reckon with the mistakes he’s made and prepare for a future he never planned for. While Jonah and Hope are still building their relationship, Jonah faces the uncertain: will the love and faith he’s rediscovered be enough to overcome the consequences of his sin that threaten to tear him and Hope apart? Or will he watch it all slip from his grasp?

Not Without Hope explores restoration, the power of love, and the unfathomable grace that comes with second chances. Through Jonah and Hope’s story, you will navigate the waters of deep grief, broken relationships, and the hope that we are never beyond redemption.