An introduction to God's surprises -- Outrageous claim #1: There's freedom in forgiving your enemies -- #2: You can even learn to forgive yourself -- #3: You can survive the rat race without becoming a rat -- #4: You can make a difference that will last for eternity -- #5: God can give you power as power is needed -- #6: You gain when you give yourself away -- #7: A dose of doubt may strengthen your faith -- #8: God has a cure for your secret loneliness -- #9: God's rules on sex can liberate us -- #10: Random acts of kindness aren't enough -- #11: Heaven is more than wishful thinking -- #12: Jesus is the only path to God -- #13: Playing it safe is the most dangerous way to live.