How to Dream Bigger, Decide Better, and Leave a Lasting Legacy
Releasing November 4, 2025
True success doesn't happen overnight. The New York Times bestselling author of WIN THE DAY reveals a life-changing truth about achievement: God is building you up steadily so you're ready for overnight success.
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“How did you go bankrupt” Ernest Hemingway wrote in The Sun Also Rises. The answer? “Two
ways: gradually then suddenly.” In this illuminating book, Mark Batterson reveals that this
principle applies not just to failure, but to every area of life—especially success. Readers will
identify the consistent, faithful steps they need to be taking now to set the stage for future
breakthroughs.
Drawing from biblical wisdom, historical examples, and his nearly thirty years of leadership
experience, Batterson shows how success happens at the speed of a seed rather than the speed of
light. With compelling stories and profound insights, he demonstrates that what appears to be an
“overnight” success is actually the culmination of consistent choices and persistent faith.
Gradually Then Suddenly reveals:
- The Power of Persistence: Why staying in the game and trusting God for the results
is often the difference between failure and breakthrough - Cathedral Thinking: How taking the long view changes your daily decisions and life
trajectory - The Compound Effect: How small, faithful actions accumulate into life-changing
results - Convictions vs. Opinions: Why deep conviction in God that drives consistent action
matters more than changing opinions
For anyone feeling discouraged by slow progress or wondering if their faithfulness matters, Gradually Then Suddenly offers the encouraging truth that God is working behind the scenes through your daily obedience to prepare you for moments of dramatic breakthrough.
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What People are Saying about Gradually Then Suddenly
"In a world chasing shortcuts and instant success, Gradually Then Suddenly invites us into the slow, sacred
work of building a Christ-filled life that lasts."
Senior pastor of Life.Church and author of The Benefit of Doubt
"Inspiring and encouraging, yet grounding and tangible…"
Bestselling author of That Sounds Fun
“I learn so much whenever I read one of Mark Batterson’s books. They are fun and enlightening, and I get
ideas, wisdom, and inspiration from them. ”
Longtime NFL head coach of the Baltimore Ravens
“Gradually Then Suddenly will challenge you to dream bigger, pray harder, and think longer.”
New York Times bestselling author, speaker, and coach
“This book will inspire you to go after your God-sized dreams!”
Olympic track and field gold medalist, three-time world champion, and world record holder
“Gradually Then Suddenly is an inspiring, motivating, and hope-filled road map for translating vision into
reality.”
Author, speaker, and founder and president of Beyond Our Generation
“This book will set your soul and heart on fire to seek and obey the voice of the Lord.”
President and CEO of the Chicago Bears
“Mark Batterson’s Gradually Then Suddenly will inspire you to sustain the gradual pursuit of your dream
through parallels from historic moments, the wonders of science, and riveting and diverse testimonies.”
President and CEO of Prison Fellowship
