The American Miracle

Divine Providence in the Rise of the Republic

By: Michael Medved

Narrated by: Michael Medved

The New York Times bestselling author of God’s Hand on America reveals that what the Founders always believed has been proven true: that America’s rise to prosperity and power, from the writing of the Constitution to the Civil War, unfolded according to a master plan.

THE INSPIRATION FOR THE MOTION PICTURE EXPERIENCE THE AMERICAN MIRACLE: OUR NATION IS NO ACCIDENT

“Absolutely spectacular. The stories are genuinely staggering, fascinating, eye-opening, and deeply inspiring.”—Eric Metaxas

The history of the United States displays an uncanny pattern: At moments of crisis, when the odds against success seem overwhelming and disaster looks imminent, fate intervenes to provide deliverance and progress. Historians may categorize these incidents as happy accidents, callous crimes, or the product of brilliant leadership, but the most notable leaders of the last four hundred years have identified this good fortune as something else—a reflection of divine providence.

Among the stirring, illogical episodes described here:

• A band of desperate religious refugees find themselves blown hopelessly off course, only to be deposited at the one spot on a wild continent best suited for their survival
• George Washington’s beaten army, surrounded by a ruthless foe and on the verge of annihilation, manages an impossible escape due to a freakish change in the weather
• A famous conqueror known for seizing territory, frustrated by a slave rebellion and a frozen harbor, impulsively hands Thomas Jefferson a tract of land that doubles the size of the United States
• A weary soldier picks up three cigars left behind in an open field and notices the stogies have been wrapped in a handwritten description of the enemy’s secret battle plans—a revelation that gives Lincoln the supernatural sign he’s awaited in order to free the slaves

When millions worry over the nation losing its way, Medved’s sweeping narrative, bursting with dramatic events and lively portraits of unforgettable, occasionally little-known characters, affirms America as “fortune’s favorite,” shaped by a distinctive destiny from our beginnings to the present day.

Great Book Great Listen

Just finished American Miracle by Michael Medved. A great history of our United States and probably one of the best reading performances I've heard thus far.

It's not about American exceptionalism, but about American responsibility toward God and mankind because of His forming and preservation of our country.

loved this book!

Amazing stories of true miracles! Love God? Love America? This read is for you! I learned important history of our country that has been hidden or hard to find like the story of Nicholas Trist, the gold rush and California becoming part of the United States. This book is a treasure!

Reluctant Listener- But So Glad I Bothered ....

I was a reluctant listener- if not for my husband and I linking our audible accounts- I probably wouldn’t have bothered. So glad I bothered. It was a fascinating journey through our nation’s history, and the strange “coincidences” that got us to this point. I enjoyed it throughout, but I wasn’t overly excited about it to the point of reviewing it until the end. The way he wraps it all up- really put it into context for me! I’ve always been on the “America is the best country in the world team,” but I’ve always struggled with how to have that opinion while acknowledging where America has failed. I could do it in my head, but I struggled every time I tried to contextualize it for someone else. Medved gave me the words to do that. I highly recommend.

A must read or listen...you know what I mean.

Just from living my own personal life, I absolutely know God exists. I've witnessed and experienced too many miracles to explain them away as coincidence. Ask yourself what are the odds if it's all just caused by some explosion followed by random chaos.. This book has incredible miracles documented inside.. Truly a wonderful experience.

Terrific!

What made the experience of listening to The American Miracle the most enjoyable?

The providential "coincidences" he chronicles throughout the work are enough to literally make the spine tingle. The content is fascinating! And in addition to being an historian, Michael is an excellent storyteller. Read in a clear and deliberate way that helped me relish every detail.

I feel we've been given a gift by Michael Medved through his research, creation of and performance of this audiobook. This is far and away beyond what I consider just a "good book." 5 stars with no reservations. Loved it!

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

I listened to this while running, and it was so fascinating I just wanted to keep going and going so I could hear more!