Love Yourself and Keep Going: The Transformation to Greatness

By Karen Coombs

I wrote this book to share my testimony of the goodness of God. He did not promise me an easy life without pain or struggles, but He did promise me that He will always be by my side to help me to navigate this thing called life. Blessed are those who have regard for the weak; the Lord protects them in times of trouble (Psalm 41:1).

This book is about my story of resilience, perseverance, and toughness. I am built for this because I have been strengthened by all the storms in my life. I have experienced emotional trauma, setbacks, and insurmountable trials and tribulations, but I am still standing. I refuse to give up and let the devil win.

Don’t let anything or anyone stop you from heeding your purpose or calling. God is there to lift you when you are at your lowest and feeling weak. God wants to have a relationship with you. His grace is sufficient for you. But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore, I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses so that Christ’s power may rest on me (2 Corinthians 12:9).

This book offers the tools and inspiration you need to keep moving forward and achieve your goals. Through honesty and vulnerability, I demonstrate how anyone could develop the resilience, perseverance, and toughness necessary to overcome even the most challenging obstacles. I will continue to live a life of obedience and dependency on God to transform into greatness.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Karen Coombs
• Release date: Jan 13, 2023
• ISBN: 9798215216873

Karen Coombs

Karen is a woman of unwavering faith who has dedicated her life to her family. With her son as the center of her world, she has worked tirelessly to provide him with a comfortable and secure life. Despite facing challenges and obstacles, Karen never lost sight of her goal and remained focused on the path ahead.With a background in Information Technology, Karen Karen is now embarking on a new journey in the field of Education. She is driven by a passion for helping others and is excited about the opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of others. Karen hopes to inspire change and help others become the best version of themselves.In her free time, Karen enjoys spending time with her son, reading, and volunteering at her local church. She is a strong believer in the power of positive thinking and encourages others to adopt a growth mindset. With her contagious energy and unwavering determination, Karen is a true inspiration to those around her.

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Dedication

Thank you to all the people who have loved me, helped to raise me, helped me throughout my healing process, and always supported me.

Mom, I cannot say how much I love and appreciate you. You are my rock! I became the woman I am today because of you. I know you did everything to ensure that my life was and continues to be filled with love, protection, peace, support, and learning. You have given me the best things in life: your love, time, and care. Your love remains truly unconditional.

Thank you, God, for blessing me with my son, Jaden. You entrusted me with Your child to love, provide for, and protect. I will continue to pray for Your strength and the tools that I need to raise this young man to become the person You created him to be. Jaden, you are the most precious thing in my life. I never thought that I could give this much love to one person. My life has changed for the better because of you.

Thank you, Dad, for everything that you have done for me. I am grateful for your love, guidance, and support. You always make me laugh, even in my darkest moments. Thanks to you, I have learned never to give up.

Courage

And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to His purpose.

Romans 8:28

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So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am Your God.

Isaiah 41:10

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Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours.

Mark 11:24

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Courage

But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.

Matthew 6:33

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If any of you lack wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.

James 1:5

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My Purpose Revealed

As a little girl, I always dreamed of becoming a teacher. My mother would tell me stories about how I used to play school with my cousins and go out in the front yard to teach the trees. The stories were funny because I would actually punish the trees for giving incorrect answers. My mom would speak about how passionate I was about my lessons at the tender age of 5 years. I was born in Ocho Rios, Jamaica, on December 4, 1979. I cherish the memories I have of my parents before they filed for divorce, which happened when I was 7 years