What happens when a logical software engineer is suddenly flooded with unexplained spiritual phenomena? In his debut book, The 100 Year Old Prophet: The Second Greatest Story Ever Told, author Steve E. Callas chronicles an extraordinary journey from isolation and skepticism to a life guided by what he calls 'Perfect Timing' and 'Winks from Heaven.'
After the loss of his father and sister, Callas found himself navigating a series of uncanny synchronicities, events so precise they defied logical explanation. From hearing a 'heart attack' warning on TV just as paramedics arrived, to encountering strangers who spoke the exact words he had just thought, Callas began to document these 'breadcrumbs' that suggested a divine plan at work.
Callas, a software engineer with nearly thirty years of experience in the corporate world, also spent over three decades bringing joy to families as a 'Purple Dinosaur' and, more recently, as Santa Claus at his local Cracker Barrel. He jokingly describes himself as 'the only chicken in the soup,' referencing the Chicken Soup for the Soul style of the book, but emphasizes that these are his own lived experiences. 'I see myself as a supporting character in these stories. Those I interact with are the main characters, and it shows how just a simple smile can have such a tremendous impact,' Callas said.
Key themes of The 100 Year Old Prophet include the power of connection through the author's 'UMatter' mission, inspired by a heartfelt moment with his aunt, which aims to ensure everyone feels seen and valued. Healing through humor is another theme, as Callas uses wit and laughter as a bridge to others even in his darkest moments, including health scares and family rifts. Personal stories of 'winks from heaven' provide comfort following the deaths of his brother, Greg, and sister, Nikki. The 'Cracker Barrel Chronicles' recount heartwarming encounters with waiters, waitresses, staff, and customers that redefined his understanding of faith and community.
Part spiritual awakening, part humorous memoir, The 100 Year Old Prophet is written for anyone who has ever felt lost, misunderstood, or wondered if there is a higher purpose behind life's coincidences. Callas doesn't claim to be a medium, but rather a witness to the 'miracles of the mundane.' 'God's plan is perfect,' Callas writes, 'and He never gives you more than you can handle.'
The book was released on September 23, 2025, and is now available on Amazon. It is published by World Publishing Company and is perfect for readers who enjoy inspirational memoirs, spiritual journeys, and uplifting true stories of faith, hope, and human connection.
