In this powerful and inspiring memoir, a woman from New York recounts her tumultuous journey from a painful past to a hopeful future. Overcoming the shadows of childhood molestation, a mother who prioritized men over her, teen pregnancy and domestic violence, she emerges as a resilient survivor. After escaping the grasp of a killer ex, she embarks on a transformative quest for healing and redemption. Through her unwavering faith, she discovers her voice and purpose, ultimately finding true love with a partner who shares her passion for making a difference. Together, they establish a ministry aimed at uplifting the homeless and serving their community, proving that even the deepest scars can pave the way for a life filled with purpose, compassion, and abundance. This is a story of resilience, love and the power of faith to reshape one's destiny. Linda Jeanette Martinez was born and raised in Yonkers, NY. where she endured a traumatic childhood and became a teen mother. In 1993 she received Jesus Christ as her Lord and savior through Rev. David Wilkerson Ministeries. Through the help of the Lord, she later received her GED and went on to nursing school and later attended bible institute for theology for 2 years. She began working with substance abuse as an intake coordinator and became a secretary for Way Out Church Ministeries in the Bronx where she later became an ordained minister for 25 years. Linda is married to Pastor Amadis Martinez. Together they founded Sonrise Ministry. A ministry of helps for the homeless and drug addicted community. Today they reside in Austin, Texas and continue the work of the Lord through Sonrise Ministry. YouTube channel: Tea Time Moments
In this powerful and inspiring memoir, a woman from New York recounts her tumultuous journey from a painful past to a hopeful future. Overcoming the shadows of childhood molestation, a mother who prioritized men over her, teen pregnancy and domestic violence, she emerges as a resilient survivor. After escaping the grasp of a killer ex, she embarks on a transformative quest for healing and redemption. Through her unwavering faith, she discovers her voice and purpose, ultimately finding true love with a partner who shares her passion for making a difference. Together, they establish a ministry aimed at uplifting the homeless and serving their community, proving that even the deepest scars can pave the way for a life filled with purpose, compassion, and abundance. This is a story of resilience, love and the power of faith to reshape one's destiny. Linda Jeanette Martinez was born and raised in Yonkers, NY. where she endured a traumatic childhood and became a teen mother. In 1993 she received Jesus Christ as her Lord and savior through Rev. David Wilkerson Ministeries. Through the help of the Lord, she later received her GED and went on to nursing school and later attended bible institute for theology for 2 years. She began working with substance abuse as an intake coordinator and became a secretary for Way Out Church Ministeries in the Bronx where she later became an ordained minister for 25 years. Linda is married to Pastor Amadis Martinez. Together they founded Sonrise Ministry. A ministry of helps for the homeless and drug addicted community. Today they reside in Austin, Texas and continue the work of the Lord through Sonrise Ministry. YouTube channel: Tea Time Moments
