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“Phil Callaway seasons our lives with joy and laughter drawn from the deep well of living. Splash through this book and see if you’re not refreshed. I double-dog dare you.” —Chris Fabry,New York Times bestselling author and host of Chris Fabry Live Laughter is a windshield wiper. It won’t stop the rain, but it will keep you going. Life was funnier when we were five. Grownups tripped on a rake and we laughed for hours. Then came headlines and deadlines. Downturns and disappointments. Laugh Like a Kid Again is for anyone who wonders amid pressing anxieties—who stole my joy? From the tender to the hilarious, these lighthearted stories will help you smile. You’ll encounter a prodigal dog, an incoming tornado, an unexpected afternoon in prison, and where to go when you have nine minutes to live. You’ll hear whispers of a God who… loves you more than you imagine holds your hand when you’re handed more than you can handle does awesome work in the dark Whether you face dark times or just need a good laugh, this “masterpiece of joy” will show you how to leave a lasting legacy, look up, and laugh again.

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Phil Callaway is a steward of stories, humor and pain. He seasons our lives with joy and laughter drawn from the deep well of living. Splash through this book and see if you're not refreshed. I double-dog dare you. -Chris Fabry,New York Times bestselling author and host of Chris Fabry Live If Phil Callaway was just another old funny guy, he wouldn't be so cool. The fact that he combines humor and relevant spiritual truth in a winsome way makes reading him a pleasure, kind of like consuming a great vitamin hidden inside a raspberry Gummi Bear. -Ellen Vaughn, New York Times bestselling author Phil Callaway can find something to laugh about almost anywhere-a dog lost in a blizzard, a tornado wreaking havoc in your backyard, a text message warning of nuclear doom about to fall on your head, and a thousand other upsets and mishaps. He could probably make hitting your own funny bone funny. But he's no mere jokester. He's wise more than wisecracking. Yes, he sees the comedy of errors that makes up much of life, but here's the best part: He sees it, not with scorn or sarcasm, but with love. A comedian can make you laugh. Only a true humorist can make you cry as well, and for all the right reasons. Phil is a true humorist, and, frankly, one of the best. -Mark Buchanan, author of GodSpeed and The Rest of God Laugh Like a Kid Again will make you do exactly that. Better yet, Phil's genius in writing is that he makes you laugh while you swallow a compelling chunk of otherwise difficult truth. You'll love this read. -Carl Medearis,author of Muslims, Christians, and Jesus I once got one of Callaway's jokes an hour after I heard him speak. I was on an elevator. I laughed so hard people thought I was crazy. It won't take you an hour to get his humor. This book crackles with insight and wit. It sizzles with the wisdom of one who has faced pain and discovered contagious joy. This should be called Have a New Laugh by Friday. -Dr. Kevin Leman,New York Times bestselling author of Have a New Kid by Friday Reading Phil Callaway's fantastic new book, I kept thinking of a quote attributed to Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr. I would not give a fig for the simplicity this side of complexity, but I would give my life for the simplicity on the other side of complexity. Substitute the word laughter for the word simplicity and you'll get what I mean. Phil offers the kind of deep, cleansing laughter you can only find on the far side of real-life complexity-laughter tenderized by tragedy, seasoned by experience, and grounded in faith. If you are currently engaged in the complexity of living an actual life, I can't recommend Laugh Like a Kid Again more highly. I give it five out of five figs! -Carolyn Arends,recording artist, speaker, author, and Renovare director of education Loved it! I couldn't stop laughing. My wife asked what was so funny. I read a single paragraph. She laughed so hard her sides hurt, but her headache's gone. Results may vary. You're duly warned! -David Sanford, author, fan since 1989 (Phil's first Servant article), addict since 1993 (Phil's first book) I have a confession to make. This is the first Phil Callaway book I have ever read. Phil told me I didn't have to read the whole thing, but the truth is, all I could do was read this book. I couldn't put it down. Phil has an uncanny way of finding what's funny in life and using it to get talking about things that matter most. Read it and be inspired! -Carmen Imes, author of Bearing God's Name, New Testament professor at Prairie College

I have a confession to make. This is the first Phil Callaway book I have ever read. Phil told me I didn't have to read the whole thing, but the truth is, all I could do was read this book. I couldn't put it down. Phil has an uncanny way of finding what's funny in life and using it to get talking about things that matter most. Read it and be inspired! -Carmen Imes, author of Bearing God's Name, New Testament professor at Prairie College Loved it! I couldn't stop laughing. My wife asked what was so funny. I read a single paragraph. She laughed so hard her sides hurt, but her headache's gone. Results may vary. You're duly warned! -David Sanford, author, fan since 1989 (Phil's first Servant article), addict since 1993 (Phil's first book) Reading Phil Callaway's fantastic new book, I kept thinking of a quote attributed to Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr. I would not give a fig for the simplicity this side of complexity, but I would give my life for the simplicity on the other side of complexity. Substitute the word laughter for the word simplicity and you'll get what I mean. Phil offers the kind of deep, cleansing laughter you can only find on the far side of real-life complexity-laughter tenderized by tragedy, seasoned by experience, and grounded in faith. If you are currently engaged in the complexity of living an actual life, I can't recommend Laugh Like a Kid Again more highly. I give it five out of five figs! -Carolyn Arends,recording artist, speaker, author, and Renovare director of education I once got one of Callaway's jokes an hour after I heard him speak. I was on an elevator. I laughed so hard people thought I was crazy. It won't take you an hour to get his humor. This book crackles with insight and wit. It sizzles with the wisdom of one who has faced pain and discovered contagious joy. This should be called Have a New Laugh by Friday. -Dr. Kevin Leman,New York Times bestselling author of Have a New Kid by Friday Laugh Like a Kid Again will make you do exactly that. Better yet, Phil's genius in writing is that he makes you laugh while you swallow a compelling chunk of otherwise difficult truth. You'll love this read. -Carl Medearis,author of Muslims, Christians, and Jesus Phil Callaway can find something to laugh about almost anywhere-a dog lost in a blizzard, a tornado wreaking havoc in your backyard, a text message warning of nuclear doom about to fall on your head, and a thousand other upsets and mishaps. He could probably make hitting your own funny bone funny. But he's no mere jokester. He's wise more than wisecracking. Yes, he sees the comedy of errors that makes up much of life, but here's the best part: He sees it, not with scorn or sarcasm, but with love. A comedian can make you laugh. Only a true humorist can make you cry as well, and for all the right reasons. Phil is a true humorist, and, frankly, one of the best. -Mark Buchanan, author of GodSpeed and The Rest of God If Phil Callaway was just another old funny guy, he wouldn't be so cool. The fact that he combines humor and relevant spiritual truth in a winsome way makes reading him a pleasure, kind of like consuming a great vitamin hidden inside a raspberry Gummi Bear. -Ellen Vaughn, New York Times bestselling author Phil Callaway is a steward of stories, humor and pain. He seasons our lives with joy and laughter drawn from the deep well of living. Splash through this book and see if you're not refreshed. I double-dog dare you. -Chris Fabry,New York Times bestselling author and host of Chris Fabry Live

“Phil Callaway is a steward of stories, humor and pain. He seasons our lives with joy and laughter drawn from the deep well of living. Splash through this book and see if you’re not refreshed. I double-dog dare you.” —Chris Fabry,New York Times bestselling author and host of Chris Fabry Live “If Phil Callaway was just another old funny guy, he wouldn’t be so cool. The fact that he combines humor and relevant spiritual truth in a winsome way makes reading him a pleasure, kind of like consuming a great vitamin hidden inside a raspberry Gummi Bear.” —Ellen Vaughn, New York Times bestselling author “Phil Callaway can find something to laugh about almost anywhere—a dog lost in a blizzard, a tornado wreaking havoc in your backyard, a text message warning of nuclear doom about to fall on your head, and a thousand other upsets and mishaps. He could probably make hitting your own funny bone funny. But he’s no mere jokester. He’s wise more than wisecracking. Yes, he sees the comedy of errors that makes up much of life, but here’s the best part: He sees it, not with scorn or sarcasm, but with love. A comedian can make you laugh. Only a true humorist can make you cry as well, and for all the right reasons. Phil is a true humorist, and, frankly, one of the best.” —Mark Buchanan, author of GodSpeed and The Rest of God “Laugh Like a Kid Again will make you do exactly that. Better yet, Phil’s genius in writing is that he makes you laugh while you swallow a compelling chunk of otherwise difficult truth. You’ll love this read.” —Carl Medearis,author of Muslims, Christians, and Jesus “I once got one of Callaway’s jokes an hour after I heard him speak. I was on an elevator. I laughed so hard people thought I was crazy. It won’t take you an hour to get his humor. This book crackles with insight and wit. It sizzles with the wisdom of one who has faced pain and discovered contagious joy. This should be called Have a New Laugh by Friday.” —Dr. Kevin Leman,New York Times bestselling author of Have a New Kid by Friday “Reading Phil Callaway’s fantastic new book, I kept thinking of a quote attributed to Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr. “I would not give a fig for the simplicity this side of complexity, but I would give my life for the simplicity on the other side of complexity.” Substitute the word “laughter” for the word “simplicity” and you’ll get what I mean. Phil offers the kind of deep, cleansing laughter you can only find on the far side of real-life complexity—laughter tenderized by tragedy, seasoned by experience, and grounded in faith. If you are currently engaged in the complexity of living an actual life, I can’t recommend Laugh Like a Kid Again more highly. I give it five out of five figs!” —Carolyn Arends,recording artist, speaker, author, and Renovaré director of education “Loved it! I couldn’t stop laughing. My wife asked what was so funny. I read a single paragraph. She laughed so hard her sides hurt, but her headache’s gone. Results may vary. You’re duly warned!” —David Sanford, author, fan since 1989 (Phil’s first Servant article), addict since 1993 (Phil’s first book) “I have a confession to make. This is the first Phil Callaway book I have ever read. Phil told me I didn’t have to read the whole thing, but the truth is, all I could do was read this book. I couldn’t put it down. Phil has an uncanny way of finding what’s funny in life and using it to get talking about things that matter most. Read it and be inspired!” —Carmen Imes, author of Bearing God’s Name, New Testament professor at Prairie College

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Phil Callaway has written more than 25 books, including Making Life Rich Without Any Money. He hosts the international radio show Laugh Again, and speaks for corporations, conferences, and marriage retreats. He insists his greatest achievement was persuading his high-school sweetheart to marry him.

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