Still Worth Saving
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Last published Thu, Jun 18, 2026
She grew up as the eldest daughter-forced to be strong, to carry responsibility, and to survive more than she should have had to.
But in the middle of life's battles, where everything begins to fall apart, she finds something she never expected... God.
This is a Christian coming-of-age story about healing, faith, and identity, dedicated to every eldest daughter who had to grow up too soon and is still learning how to be held.
A journey of brokenness, surrender, and finding strength in God.
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