In this episode, host Laura Acuña interviews Dawn Mann Sanders, author of When Your World Ends: God’s Creative Process for Rebuilding a Life. Dawn shares her journey from becoming a widow after just two years of marriage to discovering a roadmap for healing and restoration in Genesis 1.
Key Highlights:
- Inspiration for the Book:
- Dawn recounts feeling called by God to a ministry of writing and speaking, which began 25 years ago.
- After her husband’s unexpected death, she faced deep grief but found hope in rebuilding her life through God’s guidance.
- Genesis as a Healing Blueprint:
- During the COVID-19 pandemic, Dawn studied Genesis 1 and uncovered its relevance for rebuilding a life after loss.
- She shares how the creation story offers a process for restoring order, purpose, and hope.
- Dawn’s Background:
- A Bible teacher, author, and associate minister at First Baptist Church of Glen Arden, MD.
- She directs the Sermon-Based Life Groups Ministry, focusing on combining biblical scholarship with practical application.
- Takeaways for Listeners:
- The episode highlights the transformative power of God’s Word in navigating life’s transitions.
- Dawn’s message resonates with women rebuilding their lives, offering hope and assurance that it’s never too late to see God’s goodness.
This episode encourages listeners to embrace God’s plan for restoration, even in the midst of significant loss.
