The Wound Was Real — But So Was the Promise.

From Worrier to Warrior: The Journey of a Wounded Woman is a powerful, faith-filled memoir of transformation, resilience, and spiritual growth. In this deeply personal journey, a wounded woman shares how seasons of grief, waiting, pressing, and prayer shaped her into a warrior grounded in purpose and unwavering trust in God. Through chapters like Worship While Wailing, Pressing in Motherhood, From Mourning to Morning, and You’re Gonna Live to See It Happen, readers are invited into an honest exploration of pain, perseverance, and prophetic hope. This book is not just a story of survival—it is a testimony of strength forged through faith. For every woman who has wrestled with worry, carried silent wounds, or wondered if God’s promises would come to pass, this memoir is a reminder: your broken places can become sacred ground, your waiting has purpose, and you were always becoming a warrior.

Sharlene D. Stroud is a native of Decatur, Georgia, devoted wife, loving mother, and passionate servant leader. After the heartbreaking loss of her oldest daughter, Shania, she transformed her grief into purpose by founding NOW Faith LLS, Inc., a ministry committed to bringing hope, healing, and practical support to individuals facing life’s most difficult seasons. Called to ministry in 1995 and ordained in 1996, Sharlene serves with compassion, wisdom, and unwavering faith. Her life scripture, Philippians 3:14—“I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling which is in Christ Jesus”—beautifully reflects her message of perseverance and purpose. An accomplished educator and author, she is dedicated to empowering others through faith, encouragement, and service. Through her writing, Sharlene inspires readers to press forward, trust God’s plan, and find hope beyond hardship.