Before the Clock Stops

By: Michael J. Melton

Narrated by: Laurie Mullinax

Before the Clock Stops

by Michael J. Melton

It’s not too late—until it is.

Ronnie Jackson thought he’d run out of time. Estranged from his children, haunted by regret, and confined to a hospital bed in a quiet Texas town, he’s convinced the clock has run out on redemption. But when a boy named Martin knocks on his door—with a lawnmower, a Bible, and eyes that seem to see right through him—Ronnie’s story begins to change.

As unexpected visitors arrive, both earthly and divine, Ronnie must face the man he became… and rediscover the man he was meant to be. With every sunrise, old promises are revisited, broken relationships are tested, and a deeper grace begins to break through the silence.

Before the Clock Stops is a heart-stirring Christian novel about second chances, quiet miracles, and the God who never gives up on us—even at the eleventh hour.

Perfect for listeners who love The Shack, 90 Minutes in Heaven, and The Prodigal God.

“Mercy waits longer than time. And grace always leaves the porch light on.”

Uplifting and emotional
A powerful story of faith, forgiveness, and family
A perfect gift for fathers, prodigals, and seekers of hope

©2025 Michael J Melton (P)2025 Michael J Melton

Heartwarming story

If you want to here about forgiving grace, then this is a must listen. Forgiveness can happen if your willing to forgive.
Great narration as well.

The message is powerful.

The story was well-written and captivating. The underlying message thread throughout the entire story is very powerful as well. I enjoyed listening to the narrator as well. Her voice was easy to listen to throughout the story.

Wonderful book

This book was a very heartwarming read. The narrator did a great job. I felt like I was right there with each character change.

A Fathers Love of God

I love to read books but honestly, I fall asleep too easily and then audiobooks came along! I can’t get enough and always looking for a good story to listen to and Before The Clock Stop did not disappoint. It’ll be one that I remember for a long time and will probably listen to it again and again and again. The narrator spoke so softly that I was drawn into the book more more and didn’t wanna put it down. Listen to this father’s young life, his love for God and family, then losing it all just to gain it back even stronger and leave a legacy for generations to come. My heart was so touched by this story as the narrator spoke I visually could see the whole story in my head. What a wonderful movie this book would make I give this audiobook author and narrator five thumbs up.

Sounded like Laurie was sitting in front of me, telling this story!

Loved the book and the fact that Jesus was the center if it all. Laurie made it feel real!