Crisis of Faith
Are you looking for Christian fiction for girls, written by an author who deeply cares about your child's journey?
Carrie’s debut novel, Crisis of Faith, is a gripping tale of two best friends determined to guide girls through the turmoil that that shakes their faith in God's plan for their lives.
Featuring relatable protagonists grappling with everyday challenges like friendship, trauma, self-doubt, family dynamics, and personal growth, their story unfolds as their faith is tested and fortified with the support of others.
A Novel about Navigating
Faith and Personal Struggles
Writing a novel stems from a deep desire to address and explore the challenges young girls face as they navigate their faith and personal struggles. Like my characters in "Crisis of Faith", I am passionate about helping women heal and step confidently into God's purpose for their lives. I wrote this novel to offer an encouraging story for girls who are questioning their faith or dealing with difficult life events.
By creating characters who face similar issues and find strength in their belief in Jesus, I'm offering readers not only a compelling story but also with hope and guidance during their own crises of faith. I will never forget my own crossroads between having childlike faith and confronting harsh realities.
Growing up in a Christian home, loved by my parents and family, in a safe middle class neighborhood where we rarely locked our doors, I felt protected from the world's darker sides. But in 1981, my own crisis of faith began.
That year, I experienced profound change. A sudden and confusing shift unsettled my mind, making me secretly question everything I had been taught. I didn't tell anyone, but I believed God knew my pain, as I had been taught that He knows everything.
Unable to understand why it happened, I became cynical, angry, and mischievous. Yet, God powerfully reached through to my heart. That same year, I accepted Jesus as my savior. I vividly remember sitting in the church library as the pastor asked me if I believed in God the Father, His son Jesus, and the Holy Spirit.
I affirmed my belief and prayed with him to invite Jesus into my heart as my savior and Lord. I remember the smells, the feelings, and the assurance of safety in Heaven. I was baptized in front of the congregation, pledging to love Jesus for all of my days.
Searching for Answers
Seeking Jesus…
Even at nine years old, I sought Jesus' love and protection, marking the first day that I trusted in Christ alone-a day I'll never forget. Throughout my life, I've had highs and lows, peaks and valleys. Yet one truth remained constant: Jesus has never left me. He was my steadfast companion when I had no-one else to rely on. I'm thankful for the wisdom of others who Jesus provides us to lean on as well. I have relied on counselors, friends, pastors, and family, but Jesus is always there in the midst of those relationships.
I am forever grateful for my parents, my neighbors, and my church
His Love Letter…
I am convinced that God's Holy word, the Bible, is our instruction manual and love letter, one we need to immerse ourselves in daily. Through prayer and conversations with God about His Word, He has continually revealed Himself to me.
Hi, I’m Carrie
Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies.
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1 Corinthians 6:19-20
Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies. 〰️ 1 Corinthians 6:19-20
My mission is encourage girls to be strong in their faith, knowing that God has a purpose for their lives. With Jesus, Christian friends, and wise spiritual cheerleaders to help her, she can be who God created her to be. Despite the challenges she faces, nothing is impossible with God on her side.
May the reader enjoy learning about the possibility of overcoming her own crises of faith, to heal, and to trust Jesus. May she be so bold as to move forward, overcoming the obstacles that stand in her way.
May she keep her heart and mind on things above where Jesus is seated with God, and not on things of the earth. May she defeat sin and celebrate life triumphantly as a daughter of the one true King of Kings and Lord of Lords.
Is it possible to inspire,
entertain, and encourage
young girls with a Christian book in today's
over technologically stimulated society?
I believe we need more well developed stories with fresh narrative and dialogue for this generation. In "Crisis of Faith" the strong characters show the reader the possibilities of living in a fallen world with faith in Jesus.
Throughout the story, the realistic, unexpected, and unpredictable events provide the reader with curiosity to know more. With twists and turns, ups and downs, stress, tension, adversity and conflict, the characters solve problems from a Christian Worldview. In my life and in my book God is the first priority.
His plan and His purpose prevail. Even the character's weaknesses and flaws help the reader relate personally to the character's journey. My deep rooted convictions help me to write about faith in Jesus as I thread spiritual elements throughout.
My book is my ministry that I hope will stimulate emotion and evoke an experience. The characters defeat the victim mentality, becoming survivors in the end. Good always overcomes evil. Praise Jesus!
My Hope For You
May every word I write motivate the reader to claim victory over her life. May she hear me say, "Onward, Christian soldiers! Move forward with unwavering hope and determination!"
I want to support Christian young women advancing in their faith, assured that God prevails in the end. Nothing on this earth can separate us from the love of Jesus (Romans 8:38-39).
No matter what challenges arise, if we know that God is for us, so who can be against us? (Romans 8:31)
“We know that all things work together for good to them that love God and are called according to his purpose ”
A Promise
“We promise to confront danger head on while other shy away from it. Our journey has been one of fearlessness, armed with supernatural Heavenly strength. We are protected by a force much stronger than any cowards or abuser out there."
— Faith and Dezzie
Behind the
Scenes…
I live in Mississippi and work out of my home. I very rarely write in my office.
I like to stand up and write at my outdoor kitchen bar or in my indoor kitchen island.
