Grace in the Fire: A Testimony of Strength and Redemption Grace carried Leonard Hosea Smith Sr. through the fire, but faith taught him how to stand in it. From Home Garden to the deck of a Navy destroyer, from the depths of a life-changing injury to a life of advocacy, service, and purpose, this book is a powerful testimony of resilience, faith, and perseverance. Leonard’s journey is marked by hardship, discipline, family, and an unshakable belief that God’s grace is present even in the darkest moments. Written with honesty and heart, Grace in the Fire tells the story of a man who refused to quit, who learned to rise again after loss, and who discovered strength not in himself alone, but through faith, community, and determination. This is more than a life story. It is a testimony of strength and redemption.