Diving into the Deep

Embark on an unforgettable journey of faith and courage! Escape the safety of the shore and embrace the extraordinary with a book that will captivate your soul, inspire your spirit, and leave you in awe. Enter a world of boundless possibilities, where readers are enchanted by the pages and compelled to share the magic with others. Are you yearning for an adventure that ignites your passion, sharpens your mind, and shatters the chains of your comfort zone? If you find yourself hesitating on the threshold of God’s calling, held back by apprehension, circumstances, or self-doubt, let the remarkable story of Lowell Lytle illuminate your path. A living testament to resilience, even in his ninth decade, Lowell has confronted every obstacle life hurled his way. His resounding "yes" to God’s call echoesthrough daunting trials and triumphs. Read about his dive to the wreckage of the Titanic at age 68Witness the secrets of a lifetime filled with audacious choices, where abandoning the safety of the shore led to plunging into depths of revelation andtransformation. Discover the unsung hero whose indomitable faith defied odds. Traverse tempestuous waters alongside him, surviving each shipwreck and emerging stronger. Uncover the driving force behind his audacious adventures, his pursuit of the divine, and the love that steered him back to solid ground. Prepare to be riveted, entertained, and uplifted by Lowell’s extraordinary journey-a narrative punctuated by soaring victories, humbling falls, and a redemption that led him late in life to embrace an unparalleled "Titanic" opportunity. Readers praise this gripping account with:"I couldn’t put it down..." "...one of the best books I have ever read!""I felt like I was right there with you on your adventures...""I highly recommend this book to all young people starting out in life...""...very uplifting, a true inspiration."Ideal for those embarking on life’s odyssey, this book resonates as an uplifting beacon, particularly for young souls setting out. Immerse yourself in "Diving into the Deep," a wellspring of inspiration, a genuine uplifting force of wisdom and resilience. And, for those who prefer to listen, the audiobookversion brings Lowell’s story to life in vibrant detail, and in his own voice. Embark now on this transformative narrative-where faith, courage, and the human spirit converge to craft an experience you won’t forget. CELEBRATION EDITION:Includes updates on Lowell, now in his nineties, more photos, and more incredible steps of faith from this remarkable man. This latest and final edition replaces the Special Edition now out of print. All interior is identical except for the epilogue and contents pages.

Author and speaker Lowell Lytle is the oldest and perhaps tallest person to dive 2 1/2 miles below the surface of the North Atlantic Ocean to the final resting place of the Titanic. For over twenty years Lowell could be found dressed in the full captain's uniform he wore for his portrayal of Captain E. J. Smith at the Titanic Museum Attraction in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, owned by John and Mary Kellogg Joslyn, where Lytle was in residence 2-3 times per year until his 90th birthday. Lytle's greatest work, however, has little to do with the Titanic."Telling his stories at the Titanic Museum was a perfect venue for 'Captain Lowell'," said Leslie Turner, owner of Encourage Publishing. "A gifted story-teller, a bold and unfettered evangelist, an intrepid adventurer even now in his 90's, Lowell's honest and often heart-wrenching account of his many "dives into the deep", both literally and spiritually, inspired thousands of people who heard him speak at the Titanic Museum every year, or who read or listen to his book, "Diving into the Deep." "There are literally tens of thousands of people who met Jesus Christ as their personal Savior because of Lowell's willingness to say "yes" to God," Turner says. "This book is a powerful example of what each of us can do with a little courage and willingness to step out of our comfort zone at any age, in any circumstance; a must-read for anyone longing for adventure or curious to know what can come of leaving the safety of the shore behind and diving into the deep.Who is this giant of faith so few have even heard of? Lowell Lytle was the founder and president of "Young American Showcase", a company based out of St. Petersburg, Florida that sent up to nine rock and roll groups per year throughout the United States and on limited engagements in other countries to reach youth for Jesus Christ. This ministry, which operated from 1970 to 1991, introduced tens of thousands of junior high and high school students to the Lord through groups collectively known as "Free Fare" and "Freedom Jam." In 1976 Young American Showcase sent out a floating replica of the Santa Maria, built by Lowell and a team of shipbuilders and volunteers, that traveled around the Gulf of Mexico, up the East coast, across the Great Lakes and down the Mississippi, giving tours to younger school children and sharing Christ with them along the way, for two and a half years, until the ship met an untimely end. Prior to Young American Showcase Lowell and his brother, Terry Lytle, built and operated two Christian drive-in theaters, one in Devil's Lake, Michigan, and the other in St. Petersburg, Florida. This ministry showcased many Billy Graham films, other wholesome family films, and had a platform that was used to share the Gospel with their visitors. After Lowell left and began Young American Showcase, his brother Terry developed a mobile pop-up theater ministry that took Christian films to remote areas of other countries such as Ukraine, West Africa, and India, a ministry that continues today. After Young American Showcase Lytle assisted noted director Shorty Yeaworth with creative work on the Jordan Experience exhibit in Aqaba, Jordan before being hired to portray Captain E. J. Smith for the Titanic museum in Orlando, Florida. That connection soon led to his dive to the bottom of the North Atlantic to the salvage site of the Titanic. Lytle continued to make guest appearances several weeks a year as the captain at the Titanic Museum in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, until his 90th birthday in 2022.God's work in and through Lowell Lytle's life is far deeper than these short paragraphs define, and so in 2014 Lytle released his book, "Diving into the Deep", his next chapter in using every means possible to honor God and share the Gospel with as many people as possible.

Leslie Turner is president, publisher, and editor-in-chief of Encourage Publishing, an independent publisher of books and music that bring positive change to the world in a manner that honors Jesus Christ. Established 2014 and distributed through Ingram, Encourage Publishing has multiple imprints: Encourage Books, Encourage Music, Encourage Kids, Wildfly (YA and new innovations), and Alienta! (Spanish imprint 2024). Encourage Publishing produces books in all formats.