The Shift

The SHIFT: 17 Inspirational Stories to Reflect God's Divine Expansion When You "Shift" to Him

What happens when ordinary people encounter an extraordinary God?
The SHIFT is a powerful collection of 17 real, raw, and deeply inspirational stories from men and women who experienced life-altering transformation when they surrendered fully to God.

Compiled by Amber K. Abney, with a foreword by Dr. Kishma A. George, this book is more than testimony-it is a movement. Each chapter pulls back the curtain on the hidden battles people face: childhood trauma, loss, divorce, abuse, grief, broken identity, betrayal, instability, and the painful realities of starting over. Yet in every story, God steps in. He restores. He rebuilds. He shifts.

Across these pages, you'll meet overcomers who watched God turn wounds into weapons, pain into purpose, and ashes into beauty. Their journeys reveal a resounding truth: the moment you shift toward God, He shifts everything around you.

✔ Stories of supernatural healing, emotional recovery, and spiritual awakening
✔ Proof that God's grace reaches into the darkest places
✔ Testimonies of resilience from survivors of childhood abuse, violence, addiction, and loss
✔ The courage to move from brokenness to breakthrough
✔ Encouragement for your own journey of healing, faith, and restoration
✔ A reminder that transformation is not distant-it begins with one yes

Whether you are in a season of transition, searching for hope, or longing to see God move in your life, The SHIFT will speak to your heart. These stories will strengthen your faith, reignite your purpose, and remind you that no matter what you've been through, God can shift your life in an instant.

Shift toward Him. Watch Him shift your world.

Stories by: Elder Amber K. Abney, K. Renee Smith, Michele Peterson, Cameka Phelps, Toforaya Rodriguez, Clintnesha Castleberry, Kavanah Brooks, Elder Carla R. Hunter, Dr. Twila Blossom Jones, Elder Kenneth Bryant, Keiona Stewart, Dr. Tracey Starkes Gonzales, Dr. Shuante Bingham, Elder Clarence D. Johnson, Marion " Pete" Cunningham, Phyllis Brumfield, Terrelle Shepard