We’ve all asked the question: Why did this happen to me? For many, the answer never comes—or worse, it gets buried under bitterness. But Carolyn Hammond McKenzie offers a radically different perspective in her memoir, God’s Unspeakable Joy: pain isn’t the end of your story—it’s the beginning of your purpose.
If you’ve ever struggled to make sense of your suffering, this book will guide you through it and point you to a powerful truth: God doesn’t waste anything.
From Brokenness to Breakthrough
Carolyn’s life wasn’t just difficult, it was devastating at times. She endured domestic violence, abandonment, single parenthood, workplace discrimination, and the heartbreaking loss of her only son. But even after all that, God’s Unspeakable Joy is not a tale of despair. It is a testimony of her transformation.
Instead of letting her trauma define her, Carolyn allowed all those things to refine her. With unwavering faith, she invites all her readers into her most painful and vulnerable moments, not to dwell in them, but to discover how God can repurpose your suffering into a life of significance.
“I had tied myself down to a lunatic… but with God on my side, I had all the confidence I needed to survive.”
This isn’t just a survival story—it’s a redemption story.
Purpose Is Born in the Wilderness
One of the book’s key lessons is that your greatest calling often lies on the other side of your greatest pain. Carolyn didn’t write her story in a moment of ease—it was birthed out of a visitation from the Holy Spirit, a literal cloud of God’s presence that confirmed to her that now was the time to speak.
After shelving her manuscript for over two decades, Carolyn knew the moment had arrived. Her story, full of sorrow, would become a means of healing and inspiration to others. That urgency and need to help others is a theme that flows through every page of her book.
Whether or not you have lost a loved one, endured abuse, or simply feel lost, this book helps you look at life from a different perspective and change the narrative: What if God is preparing you for something greater?
Every Setback Is a Setup
Carolyn’s journey isn’t just emotional—it’s spiritual. Through deep prayer, visions, and divine timing, she learns to trust in God’s ability to restore. Each chapter is a mirror for the reader, inviting reflection, repentance, and realignment with God’s will.
Here are just a few key takeaways:
- God uses broken vessels to pour out His glory.
- Forgiveness is not weakness—it’s warfare.
- You may not understand the “why,” but you can walk in the “what now.”
A Book for Anyone Searching for Meaning
God’s Unspeakable Joy is the perfect book for people who feel:
- Forgotten by God
- Exhausted by life’s trials
- Stuck in the past
- Unsure about their purpose
Carolyn’s words are a balm for the weary soul. They remind us that our scars can be sacred, and that purpose doesn’t begin when life is perfect—it begins when you surrender.
Ideal for Counselors, Churches, and Coaches
This book isn’t just a personal journey—it’s a practical resource. Ministry leaders, Christian counselors, and spiritual mentors will find it valuable for:
- Trauma recovery discussions
- Faith-based coaching
- Women’s empowerment seminars
- Healing retreats
It’s a living testimony that God can take ashes and make something beautiful.
Your Pain Has a Purpose Too
If you’re wondering whether God can still use your life—this book is for you. If you’ve faced loss, heartbreak, or feel like your past disqualifies you—this book is for you. Carolyn’s story proves that no season is wasted in God’s hands.
Pick up your copy of God’s Unspeakable Joy on Amazon or learn more at www.faithbycarolyn.com.
It’s time to stop surviving and start thriving. Let Carolyn’s story help you find your own purpose in the pain.