Kimberly Ann Hobbs

God promises Restoration - He can bring beauty from the ashes of our lives. If you are longing for something to be made new, allow the stories and teachings in this book to fill you with hope as you witness God's steady and sure hand at work. Dive into these pages and watch for God's movement in your life, assured that our heavenly Father's restoring power is one of His greatest promises. CHAPTERS AND AUTHORSIn the Waiting, Kimberly Ann HobbsThe Refiner's Fire, Kimberly Anne KahnSecrets in the Bluegrass, Connie VanHornBut God Meant It for Good, Da'Quanya HansonMother and Daughter Restored, Dee MillerThe Blessedness of Answered Prayer, Linda McGraneFailure, Forgiveness, and Faith, Kelly Williams HaleFrom Repentance to Restoration, Stacy Jo Coffee-ThorneFrom Brokenness to Beloved, Barbara WoodenRenewed Hope in the Unexpected, Alisha McCarthyPieces of Faith, Rebecca FigueroaRestoring Beauty from Ashes, Angela BallFinding Light in the Darkness, Jessica PruknerLetting God, Maria DabeGod's Divine Canvas, Beverly BrayOnly God Can Restore Like This, Cindy EdgettHis Grace Set Me Free, Janet BerrongCalled for Such a Time of This, Tewannah AmanA Mother's Journey of Forgiveness and Miracles, Kim MayberryPride & Shame to Joy & Restoration, Tammy A. McCroryA Summer of Restoration, Tina RainsTrue Identity, True Healing, Heather R. CockrellBecoming a Woman of God, Jennifer L. CooperThe Naming of Karla Jean, Karla AvielleFrom Rags to Riches, Gierda SenatLessons From the Ashes, Carol Ann Whipkey

Hope is so much more than wishful thoughts of something you want to happen. Hope is an assurance, a steadfast and most certain anchor in your soul that solidifies the reality that God is your refuge. Despite all the adversities we face throughout our lives, God is the source of our hope. As you read the pages of this book, you will see firsthand how God brings Hope Alive to every person who is yearning for a reason to go on. Like a broken tree in a dark place is primed for new growth, God can use the rich soil of your dark place to prepare a new life to sprout in you. You have just been planted Hope will bloom in your life as you trust in God. Press through the darkness of your challenging situations as you learn and grow with God. The stories and teachings in this book will empower you to cling to God and His promises, allowing you to spring into the light of hope. You will see the Sonshine of light beckoning as you burst from the same soil that once gripped you and hear God's voice that will bring Hope Alive to your soul.

Our world is a battleground. Satan has waged a holy war against those God has called with purpose. Walking through this world, we all have choices to make. We must choose to live life following our own sinful inclinations or look beyond ourselves and seek God. And God promises that when we seek Him, we will find Him. So when we find Him, we must then decide to continue living on our own or surrender to His will, understanding that He is in ultimate control. As you read these pages, you will recognize with awe that surrendering to God is far more effective than striving alone. The contributing authors in this book share their stories which, together with the teachings presented, will shed different levels of light on the word surrender to help strengthen your relationship with God. When we let go of our own attempts to earn God's favor and rely on Jesus Christ, we receive a deeper intimacy with Him and a greater power to serve Him. These stories and teachings, which coincide with the truth of scripture, will inspire and move you to become Surrendered to living a life with and for God CONTENTSIntroductionA Night of Transformation, Kimberly Ann HobbsSurrendering Alzheimer's; Trusting Love, Julie T. JenkinsSingle and Surrendered, Raven JudkinsWhen Surrender Is Complicated, Tina KadolphA Changed Heart, Carol Ann WhipkeyIt's Not About You, Justina R. PageHealing the Hurt Places: Surrendering Friendships to God, Kayla FollinSpark New Life, Anita SetranLet Go And Let God, Ellie McGrawWith All of the Broken That I Am, Lindsey SullivanClimb to Freedom, Tina RainsGod's Plan, Not Mine, Kelly Williams HaleLove Letters on the Lanai, Stacy L. ThomasIn His Time, Sara SahmOvercoming Shame: How Satan Uses Internal and External Shame to Keep You From Surrendering to God., Stephanie WinslowFootprints Toward Eternity, Rusanne CaroleGod Is Always There, Arlene SalasThe Road to Brokenness, Christina HjortSurrendered to Joy During Health Trials, Elizabeth Anne BridgesNever Say Never, Carolyn JoyTell Him You Love Him , Kimberly EwellAcceptance Granted, Wendy ArelisFreedom From Emotional Prison, Mendez VaughnSurrender Driven Success, Michelle HiattOut of the Pit, Donna StinsonSurrendering In Faith, Nayilis HernandezThis Has To Be for the Glory of God, Kristy FurlowAfterword

Life on this earth is a journey. Yet, through the ups and downs and twists and turns, we can trust our unchangeable God to lead us, just as He has led those who have walked ahead of us. Each woman in this book invites you to walk beside her as she shares lessons she learned traversing life's circumstances. As you read, these stories will remind you that no matter what we encounter, we can always look to God, trusting HIS provision, strength, and direction. He is always with you, and He has a plan to lead you to a path that is more beautiful than you can imagine. Allow God to strengthen and empower you to step boldly in faith as you read these stories along with expertly placed expositional teachings written by best-selling authors and faith-mentors Julie Jenkins and Kimberly Hobbs. God is guiding you to spiritual growth. It's time to Embrace YOUR Journey Visionary Authors: Julie T. Jenkins and Kimberly Ann Hobbs. Contributing Authors: Kayla Follin, Elizabeth Ann Bridges, Deb Hogan, Kelley Rene, Dr. Chidi Kalu, Cindy Jacob Southworth, Kathleen M. Barrett, Vaishali Nair, Sara Sahm, Kristina Marie Buckwald, Barb Wert, Rusanne Carole Jourdan, Candice Daniel, Michele Hughes, Lois Daley, Claire Ellen Portmann, and Wendy Arelis.

God is awakening warriors within the body of Christ to step up and be heard. As overcomers in Christ Jesus live their lives with boldness and courage, God unleashes freedom and power to defeat the enemy, and the devil is reminded over and over that Jesus has victoriously conquered death. We need not worry or be anxious in any of our trials or tragedies in life because God's Word is clear that He will give us the victory. "Yet even in the midst of all these things, we triumph over them all, for God has made us to be more than conquerors, and His demonstrated love is our glorious victory over everything." (Romans 8:37 TPT) Victories, Claiming Freedom in Christ presents expository teaching coupled with individual stories that testify to battles conquered victoriously through the power of Jesus Christ. The words in this book will motivate and inspire you and give you hope as God awakens you to your victory INTRODUCTIONYou are about to dive into one of the most encouraging books you will ever read - filled with stories of women who have claimed victory in some of life's most difficult battles. As our enemy does his best to steal, kill, and destroy, the war he instigates rages on in lives around the world. But there is also an awakening and birthing of victory taking place in the lives of those who are Spirit-led and driven by God. This book has been written to proclaim these stories of God's overwhelming provision and care and share His Word with you and with the world. It says in Revelation 12:11 that we overcome by the blood of the Lamb and the word of our testimony. We truly believe this scripture, and that is why we are led to share Victories with you today. As you read through these stories of victory and conquering the lies of the enemy, you will witness the power of Jesus to conquer sin and claim His goodness, His faithfulness, and shout His words boldly to all who will listen. We are each a work in progress, trying to accomplish great and mighty things in our lifetime. Some of us may currently have challenges we need to overcome. Some may need to see a manifestation of God's power over circumstances in our lives. And others may be ready to proudly step forward and profoundly claim victory, sharing what God is doing within their own life. Wherever you may be on your journey, we pray this book will encourage and empower you to take hold of the victory that God has planned just for you. We believe each person alive on this planet can be victorious in whatever situation life brings upon them by claiming freedom in Christ and following Him in active obedience, as God's Word tells us. But we thank God for giving us the victory as conquerors through our Lord Jesus, the Anointed One. (1 Corinthians 15:57 TPT) We need not worry or be anxious in any of our trials or tragedies of life because God's Word is clear about victory in our situations. Yet even in the midst of all these things, we triumph over them all, for God has made us to be more than conquerors, and his demonstrated love is our glorious victory over EVERYTHING." (Romans 8:37) TPT As you read, get ready to be empowered to Claim your Freedom in Christ as you trust in His triumphant Victory for you

God has a role to be birthed in you. It requires faith, courage and obedience on your part to be delivered. He is bringing forward the greatest overturning of injustice in your life and He is removing chains that are holding you back. You will break free. You will change history Throughout this book you will be inspired to step out in courage to do something you have never done before. Be a world changer What is biblical courage? The ability to do something brave out of a motivation of the heart. What is faith? The Bible says, "Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen." Hebrews 11:1 God will change history through your life, if you are willing. This book provides examples of astonishing movement within the lives of others that may assist you in achieving success. The women of Courageous Steps of Faith share their incredible stories of overcoming obstacles and persevering through challenges while providing you with motivation and scripture to see that "With God all things are possible." Contributing Authors: Julie Jenkins, Carrie Christopher, Lauren Elizabeth Dean, Carol Ann Whipkey, Adiana Pierre, Joselie Marcellus, Dr. Jennie Cerullo, Dr. Marcia Ball, Leecy Barnett, Diane Cheveldayoff, Lisa Morrison, Mathapelo (Thapi) Tabele, Christine Mallek, Natalie Mellusi, Carrie Denton, Michele Lynn Hughes, Sharon Watson, Michelle Redden, Adriana Laine, Connie Thornton, Michelle Lieberman, Jessica Morneault, Traci Brown, Lois Daley, Claire Portmann, Jessi Melton, Candice Daniel, Melissa C. Dyer

No matter what struggles you may be going through or what tears you may shed, Christ's love is far reaching for all of us. It's an endless love, beyond your understanding, and He wants to fill you with it until you are overflowing with the fullness of God. (Ephesians 3:16-20, TPT) The women of Tears to Triumph realize their tears were not shed for an empty reason; through them, they have become stronger and now desire to use their stories for a beautiful purpose, which is to glorify God. They wish to bring hope and healing to others through sharing the triumphs and victories that God has given them beyond their despair. Our prayer is that through these stories; hope, healing, forgiveness, strength, love, and promise will be found. Contributing Authors: Carol Ann Whipkey, Patti Blood, Diane Cheveldayoff, Tasheka L. Green, Christine Mallek, Josy Cartland, Catherine Hamilton, Michelle Redden, Cate Heck, Eurecka R. Christopher, Ping Wang Rawson, Doris Clarke, Janet Berrong, Kelly Jo Rabbitt, Lisa M. Jones, Traci Brown, Alicia Lane, Jill Murphy, Jan Leigh-Edmond, Melissa Kessler, Kari Starling, Claire E. Portmann, Marquetta Curtis, Wendy Wood, Deanne Batterson, Lois Daley, Diana Daniels.

No matter what struggles you may be going through or what tears you may shed, Christ's love is far reaching for all of us. It's an endless love, beyond your understanding, and He wants to fill you with it until you are overflowing with the fullness of God. (Ephesians 3:16-20, TPT) The women of Tears to Triumph realize their tears were not shed for an empty reason; through them, they have become stronger and now desire to use their stories for a beautiful purpose, which is to glorify God. They wish to bring hope and healing to others through sharing the triumphs and victories that God has given them beyond their despair. Our prayer is that through these stories; hope, healing, forgiveness, strength, love, and promise will be found. Contributing Authors: Carol Ann Whipkey, Patti Blood, Diane Cheveldayoff, Tasheka L. Green, Christine Mallek, Josy Cartland, Catherine Hamilton, Michelle Redden, Cate Heck, Eurecka R. Christopher, Ping Wang Rawson, Doris Clarke, Janet Berrong, Kelly Jo Rabbitt, Lisa M. Jones, Traci Brown, Alicia Lane, Jill Murphy, Jan Leigh-Edmond, Melissa Kessler, Kari Starling, Claire E. Portmann, Marquetta Curtis, Wendy Wood, Deanne Batterson, Lois Daley, Diana Daniels.