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2016 by Debbie Lindell
Published by Revell
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P.O. Box 6287, Grand Rapids, MI 49516-6287
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Ebook edition created 2016
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Endorsements
Debbie Lindell shares from the depth of her big, beautiful heart that has been nurtured and strengthened in her relationship with God and his Word. She shares from a place of brave vulnerability as she engages readers, inviting them to open themselves up to the life God has magnificently created for them to live.
Helen Burns , pastor of Relate Church, author, international speaker, and cohost of Relate with John & Helen
Some of the greatest joys in my life are the deep friendships I treasure with other women. They have made my life rich and strong. Debbie is one of those women. She has a profound understanding of the heart of our Father and the call on every daughter to rise up and believe what God says about who we are.
Sheila Walsh , author of The Longing in Me
Debbie is the real deal. She is passionate and full of grace, and she embodies a steely strength in her resolve to empower and encourage women to be all God has designed them to be. When you read this book, you will get an insight not only into Debbies heart but also into Gods divine purpose for women all across the earth. If you have ever wondered what your unique purpose was or why God would decide to use someone like you... this book is for you!
Julia A Bell , lead pastor of Hillsong Church, Australia
We first met thirteen years ago. I had just finished preaching at the Colour Conference in Sydney when a lady ran up from the back of the arena and threw her arms around me. With her heart pounding and tears flowing, she stumbled out the words, You have to come to Missouri. I didnt know how to respond, but in the moment I knew my answer would be yes. That was my first encounter and the start of a God connection with my friend Debbie. Over the past thirteen years I have watched and walked with Debbie as she has lived out the words on these pages. She has dared to believe in herself, believe in her dream, and believe in countless others on the way. This book will inspire you to stop settling and start moving from where you are to where your believing heart wants to lead you. Well done, Debbie. Your courage inspires and your joy is infectious.
Charlotte Gambill , lead pastor of LIFE Church UK, international speaker, and author
Because Debbie is one of my closest friends, I have had the great God-given privilege of watching her face some of lifes most difficult challenges with great faith, courage, and a lot of tears! You will laugh, you will cry, and you will totally relate to this amazing and transparent servant as she shares a bit of her journey to inspire you in your own. I cannot think of another person on the planet who is more passionate than Debbie Lindell about seeing women of all ages embrace and experience the life they were designed to live.
Nancy Alcorn , founder and president of Mercy Multiplied
Dedication
To my Heavenly Father.
Believing in you and what you say about me
changed everything about my life.
Contents
Cover
Title Page
Copyright Page
Endorsements
Dedication
Foreword
Acknowledgments
Introduction: Do You Believe What You Believe?
Section 1: Believing... You Were Designed on Purpose
Open up before G OD , keep nothing back; hell do whatever needs to be done: Hell validate your life in the clear light of day and stamp you with approval at high noon. (Ps. 37:56)
1. You Are a Masterpiece
2. Your Reflection Is Beautiful
3. Your Story Matters
4. You Are Loved
Section 2: Believing... Changes Your Heart
Youre blessed when you get your inside worldyour mind and heartput right. (Matt. 5:8)
5. FaithIts That Simple
6. Prayera Difference Maker
7. Following Is Leading
8. Its Foolish Not to Be Wise
I pray that God, the source of hope, will fill you completely with joy and peace because you trust in him. Then you will overflow with confident hope through the power of the Holy Spirit. (Rom. 15:13 NLT)
9. You Have an Attitude
10. Peace Is Not Always Quiet
11. Treasures in the Darkness
12. Big Girls Do Cry
Section 4: Believing... Makes Being Together Even Better
You were all called to travel on the same road and in the same direction, so stay together, both outwardly and inwardly. (Eph. 4:4)
13. Youve Got a Friend in Me
14. Making Your Connections
15. Home Where You Belong
Section 5: Believing... Is for Your Future
For I know the plans I have for you, says the L ORD . They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope. (Jer. 29:11 NLT)
16. Dreams Are for Real
17. Rise Up and Shine
18. The Sisterhood Revolution Is Now
A Note: This Is Not the End
Notes
About the Authors
Back Ads
Back Cover
Foreword
There is nothing like that moment when a woman is awakened to the truth that she is who God says she is, she can do what God says she can do, and she can have all that God says she can have.