Title: A Mission Without Borders
Author: Chad Robichaux
Major Themes: Ukraine, Russia, War
Synopsis: When war broke out between Russia and Ukraine, Chad and his son both knew they had to help the people who were trapped in the conflict, in any way possible.
Last year sometime, I read a book titled Saving Aziz. I had never read a book quite like it. Not long ago, I noticed that the author, Chad Robichaux, had written another book about his experiences in the Ukrainian war that is still going on right now. Because I really don’t know much about that conflict, I decided to request a review copy of A Mission Without Borders. I read it over the past few days, and came away with a much better idea of what happened during the first six months of the war.
Publisher’s description:
When Russian forces invaded Ukraine on February 24, 2022, former Force Recon Marine Chad Robichaux knew that innocent people were about to be exposed to untold brutality. He also knew that God was inviting him to get involved. With little idea of the trials that would follow, Chad’s response was simple and clear: “Yes.” As he gathered a team of elite special operations veterans, he invited his twenty-five-year-old son, Hunter—also a Marine combat veteran—to partner with him in Ukraine. Over the course of seven trips, Chad saw a change in Hunter as his confidence grew and he excelled among the team. Chad’s own faith also grew as he learned to relinquish control and trust God with his son and what he witnessed in the brutality of war.
A Mission Without Borders is a powerful account of the lessons we can learn whenever we say yes to God. Chad’s experience will help readers
- understand what the conflict in Ukraine was like for everyday citizens beyond the political fog;
- discover how a bond can grow between a father and son as they face hardship together; and
- realize that God doesn’t just call us to go to the aid of the people we know and love, sometimes he calls us to help strangers—because it’s the right thing to do.
A Mission Without Borders will take readers deep into the war in Ukraine. From Russia’s use of ballistic and chemical weapons on civilians, to the inspirational story of the role that the Ukrainian church has played in the war, Chad’s story of courage and hope needs to be heard. It is rich in human and spiritual truth and will connect deeply with readers of all walks.
My thoughts:
I really appreciated getting a behind-the-scenes look at the war in Ukraine. I have seen bits and pieces about that war in the news, of course, but until I read A Mission Without Borders I didn’t know much about it. I feel like I have a better grasp on what happened there and is still happening now, better than I did before. I appreciated Chad’s desire to help people in whatever way he could and show them God’s love. The change in his life when God got hold of him is amazing and inspiring. I was also encouraged by the pastors he met up with in Ukraine who were staying in harm’s way to help people, as well. Even in the middle of horror, hatred, and violence, there is love and light and people caring for others. I also appreciated his take on the old question of why bad things happen to good people.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from NetGalley, and these are my honest thoughts about it.
WARNING: Prologue and Chapter 10: Mass graves of women and children who were executed, artillery fire, dead soldiers, “driving like a bat out of hell.” Chapter 2: Mention of a woman gang-raped by soldiers. Chapter 6: A heck of a job. Chapter 7: “Dang. War is hell.” House destroyed by tank, dead soldiers, thousands of people killed.
Age levels:
Reading Independently—Ages 15 and Above, Adults
Links to buy this book:
Amazon: Kindle | Hardcover | Audible Audiobook (unabridged)
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