The GOD of HOPE: From Poverty, Emptiness, and Mental Illness to Experiencing God is a shocking and inspirational memoir of a survivor who miraculously overcomes trauma by finding his identity, faith, and hope despite growing up with deeply religious yet schizophrenic parents. Circumstances shape his worldview, resulting in shame, anger, and agnosticism, culminating in nihilism. After a series of extraordinary events, his dark skepticism becomes no longer viable. The author takes the reader through a series of extraordinary experiences where the seemingly meaninglessness of life crosses paths with God and the need for hope.