What people are saying about
Unsinkable Faith
Unsinkable Faith is a powerful book to help you have a better brain and a better life.
Daniel G. Amen, MD, author of The Brain Warriors Way
When life has beaten you down, Unsinkable Faith will pick you back up and strengthen your heart for the journey God has called you to.
Lysa TerKeurst, New York Times bestselling author and president of Proverbs 31 Ministries
Tracie Miles writes from personal experience and draws from the truths of Scripture as she shows you that unsinkable faith is a God-size transformation, setting you free to enjoy the positive, joyous, hope-filled life He designed for you!
Liz Curtis Higgs, bestselling author of Bad Girls of the Bible
Despite facing one of the most difficult situations a woman could face, Tracie realized she loved and trusted Jesus. Rather than succumbing to negativity, she submersed herself in the hope of Gods Word. The result? An unsinkable faith penned into a book that will help other women keep their faith and their thoughts from sinking during hard times and make sure their faith strengthens along their journey.
Wendy Pope, speaker with Proverbs 31 Ministries and author of Wait and See
For those of us looking to develop grit and resilience in this life, Unsinkable Faith is the guide we all need. Writing with hard-won wisdom, Tracie is the friend you want there with an outstretched hand to help you get on your feet again.
Kathi Lipp, bestselling author of Overwhelmed and The Husband Project
With powerful stories, poignant scripture, and practical steps to keep your faith buoyant in the storms of life, Tracie shows you not only how to survive the tsunamis of heartbreak but also how to thrive.
Sharon Jaynes, author of twenty-one books, including Take Hold of the Faith You Long For and The Power of a Womans Words
In Unsinkable Faith , Tracie vulnerably shares through her own story how we can break through the stronghold of negativity in our lives by fighting for control of our thoughts and emotions to live a more positive, victorious life!
Michelle L. Bengtson, PhD, neuropsychologist and author of Hope Prevails
What if life suddenly hit you upside the head and sent your whole world reeling? How could you possibly maintain a deep faith and positive attitude in the midst of change and challenge? Author Tracie Miles vulnerably shares how she has learned to do just that in her excellent new book, Unsinkable Faith .
Lucinda Secrest McDowell, author of Dwelling Places and codirector of reNEW (retreat for New England Writing), EncouragingWords.net
Unsinkable Faith is a fantastic go-to guide for anyone who wants to revolutionize their thought life and transform the way they live. If youre feeling stuck in knowing how to begin the process and maintain positive thinking in such a negative world, this book is for you!
Leah DiPascal, speaker and writer for Proverbs 31 First 5 app and A Fresh Awakening
I expected a message of hope from Unsinkable Faith ; what I didnt expect was to turn the last page feeling so boldly empowered. Tracie weaves carefully researched science with the incredible truth of Gods Word and personal experiences to offer a life-altering message of encouragement to those who are feeling hurt, broken, or less than.
Courtney Westlake, author of A Different Beautiful
How do we stand strong in the midst of lifes negative thoughts and circumstances? In Unsinkable Faith , Tracie doesnt speak from theory; she speaks from her one hard and amazing life. Shes real yet profound, tender yet challenging. If you feel like youre sinking yet yearning for hope, curl up with this friend of a book and youll feel heard.
Courtney DeFeo, author of In This House, We Will Giggle and founder of Lil Light O Mine
Do you ever scroll through your social media feed and feel yourself sinking into a sea of negativity? I do. For those of us who struggle with negative thinking, Tracie has given us practical tools in Unsinkable Faith for beating it. And she reminds us that God can help.
Melanie Dale, author of Its Not Fair and Women Are Scary
Tracie Miles is a woman Ive watched be a positive influence in our generation. I often find myself struggling so much with thinking the right thoughts and believing the best is yet to come. Tracies book is like a friend guiding me through the darkness of my murky thoughts toward the light God wants to pour in through Jesus.
Nicki Koziarz, author and speaker with Proverbs 31 Ministries
Tracies new book has clued me in to paying attention not so much to the words I say but to the thoughts I think. I am already experiencing greater happiness by using her practical steps!
Lynn Cowell, author of Magnetic and speaker with Proverbs 31 Ministries
Authentic and truth-filled, Unsinkable Faith is a relevant reminder of experiencing Gods peace, even in the midst of less-than-perfect situations. As a woman who routinely struggles with stinkin thinkin, I see this resource as a go-to for many years to come.
Cindy Bultema, Bible teacher, speaker, and author of Live Full, Walk Free and Red Hot Faith
UNSINKABLE FAITH
Published by David C Cook
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David C Cook U.K., Kingsway Communications
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LCCN 2016959766
ISBN 978-0-7814-1436-4
eISBN 978-1-4347-1026-0
2017 Tracie Miles
The Author is represented by and this book is published in association with the literary agency of WordServe Literary Group, Ltd., www.wordserveliterary.com.
The Team: Alice Crider, Liz Heaney, Nick Lee, Jack Campbell, Susan Murdock
Cover Design: Amy Konyndyk
Cover Photo: Getty Images
First Edition 2017
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Without these three people in my life, I wouldnt be who I am today. They help me stay positive, even when my thoughts try to pull me down, and they always give me a reason to smile. Morgan, Kaitlyn, and Michaelyou are the lights of my life. To say I am thankful that God so immensely blessed me with the privilege of being your mom, and now the privilege of having you as my best friends, would be an understatement. Im so proud of each of you and the amazing people you have grown into. I dedicate this book to you, not only because you stood by my side as my biggest supporters while it was being written, but because you are without a doubt the most beautiful, positive blessings I am eternally grateful for.
Contents
We sink because of how we think!
Thoughts, and not circumstances, determine whether were anchored in negativity.
Prologue
Have you ever wondered what life might be like if you had a more optimistic attitude despite your past, present, or future circumstances? At a very young age, Margaret Tobin somehow decided that was exactly how she was going to live her life. Born in 1867, she endured a meager upbringing in a tiny, dirty two-room cottage on the banks of the Mississippi River in Missouri. Maggie was a scrappy, foul-mouthed tomboy who couldnt read or write but set her mind to becoming successful, refusing to let anything stand in her way.