Shownotes
In this deeply moving and faith-filled episode of Thrive Through the Fire, I welcome Debbie Simmons—CEO of Anchor Point, mom to thirteen, speaker, and author of The Heart of Legacy. Debbie vulnerably shares her story of devastating loss, including the death of her four biological sons, and how God turned that pain into a powerful purpose. Through her testimony of healing, obedience, and unwavering faith, listeners will be inspired to trust God even when the path ahead seems uncertain.
What You’ll Hear in This Episode:
- Debbie’s powerful testimony of infertility, a high-risk pregnancy, and losing her quadruplet sons
- The decision to trust God in the midst of unthinkable grief
- How God exchanged her question of “Why?” with “How do I survive—and thrive?”
- Practical steps for surviving life’s hardest moments, including her BEST strategy: Breathe, Evaluate, Step back, and Take action
- A powerful reminder that joy is Jesus, and that obedience to God leads to peace even in the fire
- How Debbie’s story became the foundation for Anchor Point, a ministry helping families thrive through medical care, maternity housing, parenting education, and recovery programs
- Encouragement for anyone walking through grief, illness, or uncertainty
- Her favorite scripture: Romans 15:13 – a verse that encapsulates hope, joy, peace, and the overflowing power of the Holy Spirit
- A glimpse into her new book, The Heart of Legacy, and how each of us can start living our legacy now
Key Takeaway:
You don’t need to understand your pain to be used by God. If you keep your eyes on Him, He’ll not only sustain you—He’ll multiply your legacy.
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