Life, In Spite of Me
Extraordinary Hope After a Fatal Choice
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4.9 • 30 Ratings
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- $10.99
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- $10.99
Publisher Description
She wanted to die. God had other plans.
Why does my life have to be so painful?
What’s wrong with me?
It’s not going to get better.
It could all be over soon, and then I won’t hurt anymore.
Kristen Anderson thought she had the picture-perfect life until strokes of gray dimmed her outlook: three friends and her grandmother died within two years. Still reeling from these losses, she was raped by a friend she thought she could trust. She soon spiraled into a seemingly bottomless depression.
One January night, the seventeen-year-old decided she no longer wanted to deal with the emotional pain that smothered her. She lay down on a set of cold railroad tracks and waited for a freight train to send her to heaven…and peace.
But Kristen's story doesn’t end there.
In Life, In Spite of Me this remarkably joyful young woman shares the miracle of her survival, the agonizing aftermath of her failed suicide attempt, and the hope that has completely transformed her life, giving her a powerful purpose for living.
Her gripping story of finding joy against all odds provides a vivid and unforgettable reminder that life is a gift to be treasured.
Includes notes of encouragement Kristen wishes she had received when she was struggling most.
Customer Reviews
Life In Spite of Me
I love this book!! It definitely shows how God has a plan for everyone. I think everyone should read this book!!
Lifts you up
Grab a box of tissue! I don’t think I’ve been through so many emotions reading a single book ever. Ms. Anderson’s story is uplifting and spiritual, her journey from despair to awaking has inspired me to seek out a better more productive relationship with God.
If you are looking for an uplifting book about survival, love and devotion, read this, you won’t be disappointed!
Life. In spite of Me
This book has been an incredible blessing to me. I plan on sharing it with everyone I know. Kristen you and your mother Jan will be in my prayers daily. I was blessed to have met your mom at a wedding last weekend. I picked up your book right away, and finished it in no time. It is such a blessing to see someone who recognizes that God takes our trials and tribulations and turns them into incredible blessings when we just turn it all over to Him. You have ministered to me in a mighty way. I have suffered from depression for years. Sometimes it just seems to really crush my spirit. It felt so good to be reminded on how our God loves us. And He is always by my side. I just have to take my blinders off. Thank you....thank you....thank you. May our God richly bless you and your ministry.