Dedication

Idedicate this book primarily to God Almighty, who brought me through the tragedies of my life. Secondly, to my loving husband Larry Jones of 34 years, thank you dear for every time I looked beside me and there you were. I love you with all my heart! Thirdly, to my family those who are resting in the lord and those who are among the living. I want to also acknowledge my pastor Gary Jennings and his wife Danette. They believed in me when I had doubts about myself and allowed me opportunities to teach and share my life in the church. A special thanks to my wonderful church family at The Ark of Praise who always gave words of encouragement as I embarked on the task of putting this book together. Lastly, this book goes out to all the men and women who will be, who have and are struggling over a crisis that has overwhelmed their lives. I

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pray you find the strength and courage needed to overcome the victim mentality. I hope this book will release you from the bondage of fear, shame, guilt, and condemnation that torments your very existence.

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