Grace to Survive (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781498496742)

Toni was born in the 1950's to depression era parents. She is one of four children. She currently lives with her husband of thirty-eight years and nine adopted children from three countries and her youngest biological daughter. Toni is a loving grandmother to twenty-two grandchildren and with only five of her eighteen children married at this time: she is looking forward to many more grandchildren in her future. Her story of survival is real. Be encouraged to survive and reach the victorious life with God. Hebrews 2:13 And again, "I will put my trust in Him." And again, "Behold, I and the children God has given me." "To the wife of my youth, a true 'proverbs 31' woman. Your courage, love and dedication is priceless. You are a fighter and an inspiration to all who know you. " (Husband) "Her scars are many, though in-body only; as the ones that were inflicted on her soul she allows her Father God to heal and bring beauty out of ashes." (Third oldest daughter) "My Mom is the strongest person I know. She has survived great pain in life, conquered the threat of death, and in spite of it all, fervently pursues her future. It seems to me that the more trials she faces, the more she regenerates and bounces back.She is a woman of immense passion for God, family and life. She inspires me not only to survive the hardships of life but to thrive in Christ Jesus. She reminds me to be a victor in Him and not a victim to circumstance. To never stay down, never quit and never give up faith in God. My Mom is not just a survivor of life. She is a key motivator of mine." (Fifth oldest daughter)