[section is_fullwidth=”” default_spacing=”yes” height=”auto” background_options=”{"background":"color","color":{"background_color":"#f7f7f7"},"image":{"background_image":"","overlay_options":{"overlay":"no","yes":{"background":"rgba(0,0,0,0.55)"}}},"video":{"video":"","overlay_options":{"overlay":"no","yes":{"background":"rgba(0,0,0,0.55)"}}}}” class=”” auto_generated=”” first_in_builder=”1″ _array_keys=”{"background_options":"background_options"}” _made_with_builder=”true”][row][column width=”1_1″ default_padding=”” html_label=”” padding_top=”0″ padding_right=”0″ padding_bottom=”0″ padding_left=”0″ background_options=”{"background":"none","image":{"background_image":"","repeat":"no-repeat","bg_position_x":"","bg_position_y":"","bg_size":"","overlay_options":{"overlay":"no","yes":{"background":"rgba(0,0,0,0.55)"}}},"bgcolor":{"background_color":""}}” txtcolor=”” tablet=”” offset=”” class=”” _array_keys=”{"background_options":"background_options"}” _made_with_builder=”true”][special_heading title=”Endorsements” heading=”h2″ subtitle=”” spacing=”heading-min-spacing” color=”” class=”” _made_with_builder=”true”][/special_heading][/column][/row][row][column width=”1_1″ default_padding=”” html_label=”” padding_top=”0″ padding_right=”0″ padding_bottom=”0″ padding_left=”0″ background_options=”{"background":"none","image":{"background_image":"","repeat":"no-repeat","bg_position_x":"","bg_position_y":"","bg_size":"","overlay_options":{"overlay":"no","yes":{"background":"rgba(0,0,0,0.55)"}}},"bgcolor":{"background_color":""}}” txtcolor=”” tablet=”” offset=”” class=”” _array_keys=”{"background_options":"background_options"}” _made_with_builder=”true”][testimonials testimonials=”[{"content":"\\u201cA skillfully written first novel with the narrative voice, knack for\\r\\ndialogue, and plot movement of a veteran author.\\u201d","rating":"5","author_image":"","author_name":"Publishers Weekly","author_title":""},{"content":"\\u201cThe thrumming question of faith\\u2014how can there be a good God in a world so full of pain beats at the core of the book. A page turner that is not easy to put down. By the end of The Reason, you will understand that question in an entirely new way.\\"","rating":"5","author_image":"","author_name":"Kay Campbell","author_title":"The Huntsville Times"},{"content":"\\u201cSirls sets the narrative hook deep with intriguing characters and a multi-layered plot that asks you to \\u2018only believe\\u2019 when everything else tells you not to. Prepare to laugh! Prepare to cry! Prepare to be inspired and renewed!\\u201d","rating":"5","author_image":"","author_name":"Gail Welborn","author_title":"Midwest Book Reviews"},{"content":"\\u201cReaders everywhere will identify with these characters\\u2019 experiences. An incredible story of second chances and seeing the bright light of Christ shine through in the darkest hour. William is using his own second chance at life to remind us of God\\u2019s love. This is a must-read for anyone who needs a reminder of what God asks of us: only believe.\\u201d","rating":"5","author_image":"","author_name":"Pete Wilson","author_title":"Pastor and author of Plan B and Empty Promises"},{"content":"\\u201cThe Reason is one of those rare books whose characters reach off the pages and take you by the heartstrings. It demonstrates an unwavering faith in God that was an inspiration to me.\\u201d","rating":"5","author_image":"","author_name":"Kimberly Brown","author_title":""},{"content":"\\u201cThe Reason will serve to fortify your faith and reassure you of\\r\\nGod\\u2019s constant love and incredible power. If you are not yet a believer, this book will open your eyes to the possibilities of God that can manifest in any and every part of our lives.\\u201d","rating":"5","author_image":"","author_name":"Chris Sonksen","author_title":"Lead pastor of South Hills Church, founder of Celera Church Strategy Group, author of In Search of Higher Ground and Handshake"},{"content":"\\u201cThe Reason will serve as a reminder that God wants us to do our part, to only believe, and to leave the outcome (good or not) to Him because He, ultimately, always knows what\\u2019s best!\\u201d","rating":"5","author_image":"","author_name":"Jacqueline Lynch","author_title":"Associate pastor, Loma Linda University Church"},{"content":"\\u201cOf Mice and Men meets Brian\\u2019s Song. The Reason is a powerful\\r\\nstory that delivers message after message.\\u201d","rating":"5","author_image":"","author_name":"Thomas Lane","author_title":""},{"content":"\\u201cWhile I love to read, I\\u2019m generally not into Christian fiction. The Reason is an exception. It is a gritty story about everyday people who are believable and easy to relate with. It had me both laughing and crying at times as a good book should. I would recommend it to both believers and non-believers alike, but non-believers\\u2014be cautioned. You may have to really rethink and question why you don\\u2019t believe in the God of the Bible.\\u201d","rating":"5","author_image":"","author_name":"Mark Drew","author_title":"California Baptist University"},{"content":"\\u201cPay attention to each and every page or you will miss something. William Sirls is about to take you on an emotional rollercoaster ride that ends in an answer that far too many are still blind to.\\u201d","rating":"5","author_image":"","author_name":"Kelly Anderson","author_title":""},{"content":"\\u201cThe Reason is an outstanding effort to communicate the love of Christ.\\u201d","rating":"5","author_image":"","author_name":"Thomas Ayers","author_title":""},{"content":"\\u201cA book you will not forget. A clever tearjerker that invites you to think as you turn page after page.\\u201d","rating":"5","author_image":"","author_name":"D. James","author_title":""},{"content":"\\u201cThe people in the small town of Carlson come to life fully. They made me laugh and cry. A book as rich and engrossing as The Reason can make you forget your own problems.\\u201d","rating":"5","author_image":"","author_name":"Patti Hogue","author_title":""},{"content":"\\u201cDraws you in with its richly written characters and maintains an intense, almost eerie vibe throughout the story. The Reason is a uniquely compelling tale.\\u201d","rating":"5","author_image":"","author_name":"Russell Bradley Fenton","author_title":""},{"content":"\\u201cThe Reason will grab you at the beginning, wrap its arms around you, and keep you guessing until the end. Have your Kleenex handy and then only believe.\\u201d","rating":"5","author_image":"","author_name":"M. Myers","author_title":""},{"content":"\\u201cAnyone reading this book will identify with at least one character with an invitation to change.\\u201d","rating":"5","author_image":"","author_name":"James Steere","author_title":""},{"content":"\\u201cMay this book turn out to be a blessing to an unheard number of more people as it was to me.\\u201d","rating":"5","author_image":"","author_name":"Michael Stedman","author_title":""},{"content":"\\u201cThe Reason is an intriguing tale of diverse personalities and problems that will lead you to twists and turns that are entirely unexpected.\\u201d","rating":"5","author_image":"","author_name":"Lorene Miller","author_title":""},{"content":"\\u201cThe book started off very well, even had my heart pounding in the opening scene in the church . . . but as soon as I realized it was about Alex having leukemia, I almost put the book down. I have a very difficult time reading\\/watching books\\/movies where children are hurt. On top of that, one month ago I lost a best friend to leukemia. It seems that God\\u2019s timing was perfect for me reading this book! I certainly sense His Hand in it. Looking back, I am blown away by the slim chance that \\u2018I\\u2019 ended up reading \\u2018your\\u2019 book. That you ended up being connected with me, when it could have been countless others. There are no such things as \\u2018chances\\u2019 with our God! I would highly recommend your book to anyone, and will definitely do that. Thank you for letting me have the privilege of reading it.\\u201d","rating":"5","author_image":"","author_name":"Liz Zeller","author_title":"Director of biblical counseling and director of growth classes, Harvest Church, Billings, MT"},{"content":"\\u201cA tangible reminder that God is with us, loving us, and guiding us towards him if we only believe.\\u201d","rating":"5","author_image":"","author_name":"Karen Morton","author_title":""},{"content":"\\u201cNothing I say could capture what this book meant to me.\\u201d","rating":"5","author_image":"","author_name":"Beth Hensley","author_title":""},{"content":"\\u201cBelievable characters whose life lessons will truly inspire you. I\\r\\ncan\\u2019t wait to read it again.\\u201d","rating":"5","author_image":"","author_name":"Emily Schmidt","author_title":""},{"content":"\\u201cBrilliant. Simply brilliant. I don\\u2019t know what else to say. I\\u2019ve never cried like this reading a book before and you will too.\\u201d","rating":"5","author_image":"","author_name":"Melanie Johnson","author_title":""},{"content":"\\u201cThese characters became people I cared about. I lived the story with them and enjoyed the difference God made in their lives.\\u201d","rating":"5","author_image":"","author_name":"Ted J. Koziatek","author_title":""}]” _array_keys=”{"testimonials":"testimonials"}” _made_with_builder=”true”][/testimonials][/column][/row][/section]