The Journey From FAILing to HEALing isn't just any book; it's a roadmap for anyone on a path of transformation, self-love, and a deeper connection with God. It's an adventure of self-discovery and faith.
Are you ready to begin your own personal journey towards healing and spiritual understanding? Are you prepared to unlock the doors to a life filled with love, wisdom, and a renewed sense of purpose?
The time has come to move from FAILed to HEALed! Join Leslie on this inspiring adventure where the ordinary becomes extraordinary. Discover the power within you and the Father who never left you.
This book stands out by seamlessly blending personal narrative with profound spiritual insights, creating a unique tapestry of self-discovery and healing. My real-life spiritual journey, particularly my odyssey to Africa, serves as a relatable and inspiring anchor for readers. The emphasis on finding strength in vulnerability adds a distinctive touch, making the journey accessible and empowering. The integration of Bible verses and thought-provoking questions provides a structured yet flexible framework for readers to deepen their spiritual understanding. The book's modular structure, where each section stands independently yet weaves into a cohesive whole, allows for personalized exploration.
Moreover, the genuine voice, coupled with a conversational tone, ensures readers feel like they're embarking on this transformative journey with a trusted friend. The book doesn't just offer a narrative; it extends an invitation, making it a roadmap for self-love, spiritual growth, and rediscovery. Overall, the unique combination of personal anecdotes, spiritual wisdom, and practical reflection sets this book apart, offering a transformative experience for readers.
My favorite part of the book are the conversations I have between myself and the reader. I wanted the reader to feel and believe this is a journey they can go on AND discover how amazing they are. I added the full Bible verses at the end of each section because I didn't want the reader to have to reach for their Bible or Google as they began seeing the verses differently. Because I spent so much time asking God questions, I added thought-provoking questions at the end of the section so the reader could explore their own life and relationship with God.
The thought that started swirling in my mind was how my husband and his family would die of embarrassment because they are people who compete at rodeos. Riding horses is something they do, and they even ride running horses. I knew if they saw any proof of how I was getting on this elephant, I would never hear the end of it.
But I was determined I was going to get on the elephant. At the same time, I was utterly terrified I would fall off.
Finally, I got my leg to the other side. The gamekeeper pushed me up the rest of the way. I grabbed hold of the handler's shirt and sat on the elephant. I breathed a HUGE sigh of relief.
Then it hit me. "Oh my gosh! This thing must stand up!" I did mention I have a fear of heights.
I'm holding onto the handler, and he asks, "Are you ready?"
I think I said yes.
The elephant stood up.
As the elephant rose, something inside me rose as well.
I took a deep breath and looked.
From the back of the elephant, I looked out over the land. I was so amazed. I was in complete awe of what I saw. I felt something indescribable come over me; the world expanded, and a weight I hadn’t realized I carried began to lift. I would compare it to when the Grinch's heart starts growing. I felt something pouring into me.
My heartbeat slowed down, and the roaring in my ears stopped. I felt as if I was being flooded from the inside. Even as I talk about it now, I feel the tears coming to my eyes. I feel the smile on my face that hurt so much because I stretched long, unused muscles. I was smiling and crying at the same time.
God was telling me to look. "Look out there. Look right here. I am right here. I want you to know you are wonderful. You have a place in my world. You have a purpose. I want you to feel joy again. I want you to know you are loved."
I tell people this is where I rediscovered my joy. On the back of an elephant. In Africa.