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Is There Anything in Your Life That Needs Restoration?

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Like a classic car that needs restoration, each one of us must surrender our old basket case of a life to the Restorer who desires to return us to His original design. As He disassembles and renovates the unrestored or self-restored components of our lives, piece by piece, we begin to reflect His inspiration fashioned from clay in the garden of Eden. Our greatest value is revealed when the Restorer uses us to restore authenticity to others who are lost from their original design.

Restoration Road offers a raw and honest glimpse into the unique story of Mitch Kruse. Ride along with Mitch as he drives you through a modern-day parable that began on a dirt road, reached the hallowed halls of the rich and famous, and eventually led to the forgotten alleys of the poor.

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Mitch’s honest storytelling takes you step-by-step as he shares his tragedies, triumphs and truths about the wisdom he discovered along the way. He examines the parables and teachings of Jesus in the light of his own spiritual journey and offers real-life applications for readers who want to live restored to their authentic design in both ministry and marketplace.

Discover the Master Key that unlocks your heart, desires, and three resources of life to restore you to the most valuable commodity in today’s culture – authenticity, reflecting the design of the Designer. Every sale, every relationship, every task, every decision in your life will come down to unlocking the gate to Restoration Road toward the destination of life that is priceless.

What People Are Saying…

“I recommend Mitch’s book for the same reason that I chose him to auction my restored Norton Spirit Penske/Cosworth that I drove to my third Indy win: he has a passion for excellence in everything he does. Mitch is a winner in my book, and by reading Restoration Road, you will discover the key to victory in your life.”
Bobby Unser, world champion Indy car driver and three-time Indianapolis 500 winner

“My friend Mitch creatively tells his story of restoration while teaching what the Bible communicates on the subject. I watched a business renovated to new heights and a life restored to authenticity because he discovered the Master Key that unlocked the gate to Restoration Road. Whether in marketplace or ministry, this book is a must read for anyone who desires to lead. I highly recommend it.”
Truett Cathy, Founder of Chick-fil-A

“Mitch Kruse has written a fascinating account of his world auctioning classic cars. More importantly, he shares with us his practical insights and biblical wisdom on living life to the maximum level.”
Pat Williams, Sr. Vice President, Orlando Magic, Author of Extreme Dreams Depend on Teams

“Your book is truly inspirational. You are a fine writer as well as a story teller.”
Clive Cussler, Author of 17 New York Times Bestselling Novels, including Raise the Titanic & Sahara.

“Everyone in the United States should read this book”
Bill Grams, Entrepreneur

“A great book, and thank you for it.”
Bob Feller (1918-2010), Pitcher for Cleveland Indians, inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1962

“Congratulations on the publishing of Restoration Road!  I’m enjoying it thoroughly.  Looking forward to reading more of your work.”
Wayne Newton, Singer and Entertainer

About The Authors…

Mitch Kruse

For seventeen years, Mitch was owner, CEO, and auctioneer of Kruse International, the world’s largest collector car sales organization. He led Kruse International to producing fifty annual events that reached millions of automotive enthusiasts across the globe, offering more than 15,000 collectible vehicles at public auction each year.

Mitch earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration from Indiana University. He earned his Master of Arts and Doctor of Religious Studies degrees with high distinction from Trinity Theological Seminary. Today, Mitch writes and speaks to a wide array of audiences about wisdom and leadership. “The Restoration Road with Mitch Kruse” can be seen weekly throughout the world on multiple Christian television networks, as well as NBC and ABC in Fort Wayne, Indiana. This 30-minute broadcast, set in a collector car backdrop, teaches the Bible through stories of restoration.

Mitch, his wife Susan, and their four daughters live in Auburn, Indiana, on their family farm homesteaded from the Indiana State government by his great-great-great grandfather in 1854.

Derek “D.J.” Williams

With the DNA of a world traveler, D.J. Williams was born and raised in Hong Kong, has ventured into the jungles of the Amazon, the bush of Africa, and the slums of the Far East. His global travels have engrossed him in a myriad of cultures, and provided him with a unique perspective that has fueled his creativity over the course of a twenty year career in both the entertainment industry and nonprofit sector.

In this latest novel, Williams has written an epic global adventure filled with riveting characters and page turning twists and turns. Think Jason Bourne meets Homeland. It is a brilliant follow up to his previous novel, The Disillusioned, that garnered the praise of Hollywood’s elite, including Judith McCreary, Co-EP, Law & Order: SVU, Criminal Minds, and CSI, who said, “The Disillusioned is a fast-paced mystery…you won’t put it down until you’ve unlocked the secrets and lies to find the truth.”

With the release of Waking Lazarus, Williams is once again capturing the attention of industry veterans including Peter Anderson (Oscar Winner, Cinematographer), who has already endorsed this latest adventure, “Waking Lazarus is a captivating visual story with a colorful narrative. Once I started reading, it was hard to put down.”

Currently based out of Los Angeles, Williams continues to add to his producing and directing credits of more than 350 episodes of broadcast TV syndicated worldwide by developing new projects for television, film and print.

Stores carrying Restoration Road in Fort Wayne & Auburn:

Family Christian Stores
5509 Coldwater Road, Fort Wayne
(260) 484-9027

Upword Living
310 S Main Street, Auburn
(260) 925-3922

Kruse Automotive & Carriage Museum
5634 CR 11A, Auburn
(260) 927-9144

The Auburn Cord Duesenberg Automobile Museum
1600 South Wayne Street, Auburn
(260) 925-1444