Debra B. Morton - Beyond the Storm: How to Thrive in Lifes Toughest Seasons

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Praise for Beyond the Storm

Pastor Morton has created an inspirational and instructive guidebook not just for surviving adversity but triumphing over it. Like many who know her, I have been touched and strengthened by her story. Beyond the Storm is an indispensable testament to the resilience of spirit, fortified in faith.

Marc H. Morial, former mayor of New Orleans, Louisiana, and president and CEO of the National Urban League

Storms are an inevitable part of life. Dr. Debra Morton has courteously and transparently given us a front-row seat to glean from the valuable lessons she learned in, and after, her storms. This is a masterpiece filled with spiritual revelation and practical wisdom on how to navigate through the tumultuous seasons of life and emerge better, stronger, and wiser. To all who are determined not to be a permanent victim but live victoriously beyond the storms of life, this is a must-read. Our trauma can be truly transformational.

Bishop Joseph Warren Walker III, senior pastor, Mount Zion Baptist Church, Nashville, Tennessee, and international presiding bishop of Full Gospel Baptist Church Fellowship

A masterful, practical, autobiographical perspective on the essentials of surviving stormslifes threatening encounters. This book is born out of the authors balanced ministry of sitting in the second chair and changing positions to drive the chariot. Beginners in the school of life will find here the secrets of surviving storms. Seasoned students will discover refreshment in the midst of daily pressures. Read and rejoice.

Ralph Douglas West, founder and senior pastor of the Church Without Walls, Houston, Texas

Nothing can disrupt our lives like a storm. Whether you are the primary target of its impact, or closely connected to someone who is, we are never the same. In the pages ahead, the voice of Pastor Debra Morton calmly coaches and equips us with the necessary tools to clear out the collateral damage and courageously embrace life anewbeyond the storm. This is a must-read!

Sheryl Brady, pastor of the Potters House, North Dallas

God has blessed Pastor Debra Morton with a unique combination of gifts: the fortitude to survive many storms, the awareness of what it took to thrive after the storms, and the ability to teach others the practical application of what she has learned. By sharing her deep understanding in a practical way, she has offered the world tools that can be used to conquer lifes most difficult challenges and to convert tragic events into personal triumphs.

DeForest B. Soaries Jr., senior pastor, First Baptist Church of Lincoln Gardens, Somerset, New Jersey; former Secretary of State of New Jersey; former chairman of the Federal Election Assistance Commission

Pastor Debra Morton has the courage to bring clarity to our journey through life with Jesus Christ. Storms come to each of our lives at some point and in certain ways. She identifies these different hardships and points the reader to the hope in Christtrust His Word and learn storm lessons. Hopefully and prayerfully we will read, gain strength, and come through every storm.

Bishop Jacqueline McCullough, the International Gathering at Beth Rapha, Pomona, New York

2019 by Debra Morton

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Epub Edition January 2019 9781400208340

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It is with great joy that I dedicate this book first to

my husband, Honey (my hero), and my three lovely

children: Jay, PJ, and Xani. I love you very much.

Together we have weathered many storms in the public

eye. You have been amazing. It is because of your

remarkable strength and never-ending support that

I was able to write this book that will hopefully help

families grow and experience success. Thank you!

Secondly, much love and appreciation to my team, my

two church families, Greater St. Stephen and Changing a

Generation, and the Full Gospel Baptist Church Fellowship.

Each of you are acquainted with my storms because you

have been there through most of them. Thanks for your

prayers and votes of confidence. You have shaped and

sharpened me. Special thanks to Raoul and Ascendant

Group Branding for believing in me. Much love to Rainah.