God is not Brazilian.
What happens when the "Brazilian way" of doing things meets a God who doesn't bend the rules?
Sam Morais narrates the epic journey of his family, driven by an economic crisis in Brazil and his father's desperate search for dignity. By clinging to the "Brazilian way" – the cultural belief that God will always provide a way, even if it means bending the rules – they embark on a dangerous illegal immigration to the United States.
But what happens when hope turns into a nightmare of extortion and a clandestine journey through the Mexican desert? With a childhood prophecy and a disturbing vision guiding him, Sam finds himself in a labyrinth of uncertainties and moral dilemmas.
" God Is Not Brazilian " is more than a story about immigrants; it is a sincere and honest testimony to how our cultural perceptions can limit our understanding of divine greatness.
Prepare to be captivated by a narrative where the supernatural manifests in the improbable, where doors close so that the right one may be revealed, and where a family's deepest shame transforms into a miracle that redefines what it means to trust in a sovereign God.
Discover a God who doesn't fit into any nationality, but who, in His infinite mercy, guides every step, transforming chaos into purpose and doubt into unwavering faith.
BIO
Sam Morais is a psychologist, author, and works in technology product management. Born in Brazil, his immigration journey culminated in Canadian citizenship.
He is a storyteller passionate about the intersection of faith, culture, and the human journey.
His life was marked by profound experiences with immigration and the sovereignty of God—themes that form the heart of his debut work, God Is Not Brazilian.
He currently lives in Calgary, Canada, with his wife, Fran, his daughter, Alicia, and the family cat, Puma.