I (Robin) will never forget the moment that I stood in a Cuba house-church and listened to a young father tell me, “This message has changed my life.” There were around 40 people packed into a warm home on a Sunday evening in Havana. It was my first time to ever speak in Cuba. I was tired. We had just landed in the country less than a day before. We were rushed around from place to place.
As a pastor, I can get caught up in numbers. We always want to speak to thousands. However, this trip was completely different. Because of Cuba’s government restrictions, churches are small. In fact, the vast majorities are in homes. As I spoke that night, I told the incredible story of God working in my daughter’s story… how her story intersects mine… and others. About halfway through the message, I was overcome with emotion. I literally thought, Kennady is speaking all over the world.
Near the end of the message, I was in tears. The interpreter was in tears. God moved in that home. Several came to talk with me after, but the young father really stood out. The next morning he was going to court for a custody battle over his daughter. He told me that the story of my daughter made him realize that God was in control and there was no need for him to fear. Check out this post to hear the full story on what else happened in Cuba. My book is based on the message I told that father.
As I have wrapped up the publishing process, I have reached out to friends and connections for their take on the message. Check out what they are saying!
This book speaks to all of God’s people. This positive message is about overcoming challenges that life presents you and not allowing circumstances to dictate your future. Kennady’s story is an inspiration, led by the God-given love and acceptance of two wonderful people—Robin and Erica. Enjoy, be amazed, but most of all hear the love that our God has for us all.
—Dennis Franchione, former head football coach at Alabama and Texas A&M Universities
Robin shares an incredibly hopeful and inspiring message that points us all to Christ and reminds us that He knows what is best for each of us, even when things don’t go as we expect them to. Robin has continuously brought us to tears and moved our hearts through his family’s story. You will be amazed, inspired, and encouraged.
—Claire Culwell, International speaker and author, twin abortion survivor
In this book, Robin masterfully illustrates that what God says about us far outweighs what anyone else may think about us. The revelation that God has given Robin in this book is truly incredible. You’ll begin to feel the power in it the minute you begin to read his story. Thank you, Robin, for sharing your family’s story with the world. I’m better because of it!
—Jeremy Foster, lead pastor of Hope City
In this inspiring book, Robin shares how God’s Word has come alive through the arrival of their firstborn daughter, Kennady. As you face difficult challenges in life, this is a resource you will reference again and again. Prepare to be greatly encouraged!
—Joseph Sangl, founder of I Was Broke, Now I’m Not, CEO of INJOY Stewardship Solutions
How to Be Made Whole tells the story we all want and need to hear—that our lives can matter regardless of what we face, or what we feel unable to achieve. Robin, Erica, and Kennady are heroes to our family. Their story is contagious and resounds with God’s love and affirmation. You will be inspired and equipped to live a meaningful life. —John Ragsdale, senior pastor of The Hills Nashville
At first glance, this is a book about Kennady Steele and her story of God’s grace and meaning for her life. But as you read this book, you’ll discover it’s far more than just her story—it’s ours as well. How do you begin to process being told your daughter may not have a meaningful life, nor be normal? What does it mean to have a purpose-filled life, and how do you embrace the challenges that come your way? Her story is our story—a journey of God’s work in all of our lives. And what we learn is that a meaningful life is not about what we know, nor is it what we do – it is about WHO we are in the eyes of our Lord. May this book speak to you as you hear God whisper in your ear His love and affirmation of you. —Tom Thomson, senior vice president of World Help
There is no greater, life changing truth than to know that God not only sees us deeply but loves us unconditionally. The hope we find in this book reminds us that the moments of our greatest pain can be redeemed and used for our good and God’s glory!
—Tauren Wells, Grammy nominated, Sony Music Recording Artist
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