From Worry to Wonder is a collection of your personal stories about faith, resilience, and divine intervention offering readers hope and peace. Why was this an important book for you to write?

“From Worry to Wonder was an important book for me to write because it’s a testimony of God’s faithfulness in my life. Looking back at the trials I’ve faced—whether it was growing up without a father, navigating financial struggles, or facing unexpected challenges on the foreign mission field—I see how God was always at work, even when I couldn’t recognize it in the moment. Writing this book allowed me to reflect on His provision, protection, and purpose through every hardship.

I also wrote it for others who may be in the middle of their own struggles. Worry can feel overwhelming, but I want readers to see that even in their hardest moments, they are not alone—God is writing a greater story. My prayer is that these real-life stories will inspire others to trust Him, even when life feels uncertain, and to find peace in knowing that wonder often follows worry when we fully trust God.”

What were some ideas that were important for you to share in this book?

My memoir is filled with stories that highlight key themes that were important for me to share. One of the biggest ideas is that God is always at work, even when we don’t see it. So many times in my life, I faced challenges that felt overwhelming—little food in the cupboards, caught on a foreign street with curfew fast approaching, having the baby we were hoping to adopt taken from us, among a few. But looking back, I can now see how God was guiding, providing, and shaping me through each of those experiences.

Another key idea is the importance of trust. Worry is a natural response to life’s uncertainties, but I’ve learned that when we surrender our fears to God, we open the door for Him to do something greater than we could imagine. I wanted to show readers that faith isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about trusting the One who does.

What was the most challenging part of writing your memoir and what was the most rewarding?

The most challenging part of writing my memoir was ensuring that readers wouldn’t just see my life story as a series of interesting events, but that they would find deeper meaning and personal application within each chapter. I didn’t want the book to simply recount what happened to me—I wanted each story to resonate with the reader’s own journey. My goal was to weave in lessons and scripture that would encourage and challenge them to discern God’s hand in their own struggles. Striking that balance between storytelling and meaningful reflection was both difficult and important to me.

What do you hope is one thing readers take away from your story?

If there’s one thing I hope readers take away from my memoir, it’s the assurance that whatever trial they are facing, God will see them through it as they trust Him. Life is full of challenges—some monumental, some mundane—but none of them are wasted in God’s hands. Romans 8:28 is the foundation of this book: “And we know that God causes all things to work together for good for those who love Him and are called according to His purpose.” Even when we can’t see the good in the moment, we can trust that He is weaving something greater than we could ever imagine. My hope is that every reader walks away not only encouraged but better off for having read this book—stronger in faith, more at peace, and filled with the confidence that their worries can turn to wonder when they place their trust in God.

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