When it Hurts to Breathe

When it Hurts to Breathe: A Testimony of Hope and Healing is more than a survival story. It is a real story, about a real girl with real problems, who encounters the love of a real God. It expresses a journey of intense pain and trauma, however will engage you with powerful words of encouragement, prayer and truth in every chapter. Michelle's story will help you to know that regardless of what you have been through in life, miracles are possible. Your pain will not kill you, but propel you into purpose, once placed in the hands of almighty God. The pain cannot negate the plan that God has for you. You may wish things would have gone in a totally different direction, but there is a greater purpose. The Lord still declares, "For I know the plans I have for you, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. "(Jeremiah 29:11)

There are moments throughout the book where you will feel the raw emotions of the struggles Michelle goes through as a child, teenager, and then young adult. You will have times when you can relate and connect with her fear, doubt, and insecurity, while also connecting with her joy and triumph. It's a roller coaster ride where you will turn the pages wondering what will happen next. Life can be so unpredictable. However, surrendering all to the One who created you, will give you the ability to hope and be healed.

As you read this book, know that regardless of the trials and tribulations that may make breathing hard, giving up can never be an option to consider. Why? You also have a great testimony to share that can change the world. Never be ashamed of your story. In the hand of God, it can save someone's life. Nothing you have gone through will be wasted. There is purpose coming out of your pain. You will RISE Out of the Ashes and Declare- I will not die in this situation, but I will LIVE and PROCLAIM what the LORD has done!