My Book, Beauty from Brokeness

Hey guys! Some have asked what my book, "Beauty from Brokenness" , is about. I thought that I would share excerpts every now and then to give you more of an idea. This book was written for anyone who is struggling with depression, suicidal thoughts and/or wanting to give up on life. If your heart is broken and it needs healing, I wrote this for you. In this book I share the key lessons that God has taught me throughout my journey in life on forgiving enemies and finding healing and purpose in Him. My life has never been the same since God brought light where there was once darkness and freedom where there was once bondageI pray He will do the same for you. 


Here is an excerpt from the Chapter Four: You're in a Battle...

"*Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world, and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. – Ephesians 6:11-12*

 Whether you realize it or not, you are in a battle every single day of your life. A battle not only for your life - but your soul. Though unseen, this is one of the most important battles you will ever fight. The good news is that with God on your side, you win. He will give you the strength that you need for each and every circumstance you go through. Second Samuel 22:40 says “You have armed me with strength for the battle; you have subdued my enemies under my feet”.

God is making you a fighter. He is making you strong. Try not to let hardships, depression, anxiety, grief, or anything else that you are facing right now crumble you; instead, determine in your mind that you will make it to the other side. View these battles as stepping stones, making you stronger and taking you closer to the person God is developing you to be. The devil wants you to quit, but I encourage you to set your heart on overcoming every obstacle course that he tries to set up to make you stumble and fall.

Psalm 18:1-20 displays a beautiful message that I found to be true in my life. If you feel surrounded by hopelessness, know that the moment you call on God He will come to your rescue. Read this verse carefully to see just how much He loves you and will rescue you from every enemy.
I love you, Lord; you are my strength. The Lord is my rock, my fortress, and my savior; my God is my rock, in whom I find protection. He is my shield, the strength of my salvation, and my stronghold. I will call on the Lord, who is worthy of praise, for he saves me from my enemies.

The ropes of death surrounded me; the floods of destruction swept over me. The grave wrapped its ropes around me; death itself stared me in the face. But in my distress I cried out to the Lord; yes, I prayed to my God for help. He heard me from his sanctuary; my cry reached his ears. 

Then the earth quaked and trembled; the foundations of the mountains shook; they quaked because of his anger. Smoke poured from his nostrils; fierce flames leaped from his mouth; glowing coals flamed forth from him. He opened the heavens and came down; dark storm clouds were beneath his feet. Mounted on a mighty angel, he flew, soaring on the wings of the wind. He shrouded himself in darkness, veiling his approach with dense rain clouds. The brilliance of his presence broke through the clouds, raining down hail and burning coals.

The Lord thundered from heaven; the Most High gave a mighty shout. He shot his arrows and scattered his enemies; his lightening flashed, and they were greatly confused. Then at your command, O Lord, at the blast of your breath, the bottom of the sea could be seen, and the foundations of the earth were laid bare.
He reached down from heaven and rescued me; he drew me out of deep waters.
He delivered me from my powerful enemies, from those who hated me and were too strong for me.
They attacked me at a moment when I was weakest, but the Lord upheld me. He led me to a place of safety; he rescued me because he delights in me.
The Lord rewarded me for doing right; he compensated me because of my innocence.


Psalm 18:34 –
He prepares me for battle; he strengthens me to draw a bow of bronze.
You have given me the shield of your salvation. Your right hand supports me; your gentleness has made me great. You have made a wide path for my feet to keep them from slipping."

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