The Fight to Flourish: Engaging in the Struggle to Cultivate the Life You Were Born to Live
ECPA Bestseller
What if your struggles aren’t a barrier to thriving but an invitation into your most vibrant days? Discover how to live a life of joy and fullness, even in the midst of disappointment and broken dreams.
It is in the sacred space of pain and promise that we can begin to flourish. Even in the midst of disappointment and broken dreams, it is possible to grow, be strong, and draw near to God.
In The Fight to Flourish, Jennie Lusko draws on her experiences after the loss of her five-year-old daughter, Lenya, to show you that the ingredients for a fresh and thriving life are right in front of you.
With grit and grace, Jennie will help you:
- Discover that flourishing is not an impossible destination but a divine revelation of where you are right now.
- Find relief from the weight of overwhelming circumstances by resting in the realization that God is fighting for you.
- Trust that God is growing you in the gap between your expectations and your experience.
The word flourish is written all over you and your future.
Reviews (83)
RAW & REAL. GRIT & GRACE
The Fight to Flourish. 🥊🌿 When I heard Pastor Jennie on a Sunday announced that she wrote a book/ not just any book- but a book with THIS title? I bursted into tears. I’ve never related to a title so strongly before in my life. I couldn’t WAIT to read it. This book was written from a struggle-from the thick of a fight and the most heartbreaking reality that we can face in this life- death. This book was written with a credible source as the author. A story of struggle. A struggle to even just breathe again when the air is knocked out of you- rendering you to a paralyzed state. Yet, any crushing circumstance placed into the Father’s hands has to be resurrected. Resurrection is who He is. It’s what He does. From the death of a seed that goes into the grown, at the right time, a flower springs forth- what you thought what was dead was really only just planted. That is this book. From the ground of grief- life & hope springs up again. I couldn’t wait to get my hands on this book and luckily for me I was added to be a part of this launch group that was able to read it before the rest of the world. I needed this book at this time and place in my journey and what feels like the biggest fight my life. I read it within a few days of it being in my hands. It has stirred up my faith in the best possible way. To keep going & growing. Keep trusting. I recently know all too well what it has felt like getting punched & knocked out by circumstances out of my control- but still longing for an abundant life that God could still use. Fighting for beauty in this life in the midst of such hard things. Little did I know/ and that God-already knew- (of course he did) that while I read the most tragic chapter in this story which happened to be (Good Friday) - Jennie losing her precious daughter & then going to heaven. Gut punch. Not even an hour later I would receive some of the most devastating news in my whole life and in my own story. I do believe that God prepared me to receive this news by reading that chapter that same morning. There is no questioning it. God doesn’t waste our pain- I’m thankful I had this book in the palm of my hands (on my iPhone kindle app) the same morning I found out my precious father was diagnosed with cancer. Knocked the wind right out of me. Blow after blow. But He is still here, He is still with me. Fighting for me & with me. & this book is a tangible gift showing me His presence in this time. He gives and takes away but bless it be the name of the Lord. He is still good- even in this pain- there is still TIME to fight the good fight. And that right there is the blessing. Jenny talks about boxing rounds. Being in the ring of life, fight after fight. A fight for our life- a fight for honor a fight for joy- A fight to push aside our feelings & replace them with His truth & His promises. A fight to show up for people that need us most. A fight for sweetness & not bitterness –a fight to flourish no matter what circumstances may come at you. Jenny I am so sorry that what caused you so much pain caused you to write this book. This is your testimony, your God story of how He showed up for you- your testimony that is bringing strength to those of us who are in a fight to flourish in our lives too- no matter what comes our way. Thank you for waking up every day and continuing to show up to your fight. You give a huge dose of courage for those of us that need to show up for ours. I don’t know why God allows such suffering and heartbreak but I do know that it has a way of producing something far greater in our lives that we could ever know. Jennie’s quote is resonating with me: & that truth I want to share with everyone I know & love- “I don’t have to understand God in order to trust Him.” Jennie, Thank you for writing this book - it’s so brave. & thank you for trusting God with your greatest pain & your story. He promises to use it for good. You’re giving us the gritty courage to trust Him with our story too... with God as our backing- in our corner of the ring. 🥊🙏🏼 Sorry my review was so long. But this book was SO good. This world needs this message SO bad. I know I did. ❤️
Fight to Flourish is a WINNER
Wow! I knew it would be good. But the raw, heart wrenching, honesty and insight into Jennie’s loss as a mother and her journey through grief is stunning. (Many of my pages are tear stained already) The fight, to realize her God breathed potential, through the pain is laid out plainly for the world to read and learn from. It’s inspiring and encouraging on so many levels! Thank you for gifting the world with this book.
Wow, incredibly honest, raw, and beautiful!!!
In The Fight to Flourish Jennie takes the reader on a journey through some of her darkest days after the unexpected passing of her 5 year old daughter just a few days before Christmas. She doesn't hold back, sharing some of her journal entries with deepest regrets, insecurities, and struggles while fighting to flourish in the midst of such trauma. Do you feel alone in your struggles? Are you in need of some hope? Order this immediately! It will be a healing balm to your soul.
A LIFE GIVING BOOK
This book is LIFE-GIVING! We all endure hardships and pain. This book is written by a mom who has experienced the pain of losing a child. This is real practical nitty-gritty truth that will truly help you FIGHT to FLOURISH in every season! IT IS A MUST READ FOR EVERYONE!!
Flourishing despite times of drought!
This book is so excellent! Jennie Lusko has such a heart for those who are hurting or going through grief or any kind, yet she wants to see them grow and flourish! This book is beautifully written from a sweet and gentle place, yet encouraging you to grow and flourish in your life! So thankful for this book!
One of the most refreshingly raw books I have read in years!
Jeanie Lusko will leave you feeling like you just made a friend for life. Her easy flowing writing style will make you feel like you’re sitting across the couch from her drinking coffee while she shares the hard won truths in her battle to flourish in the midst of tragedy. The journal entries she shares are raw and gut wrenching but will fill you with hope that you, too, are going to make it. Her stories are fresh, real, and relatable and will cause you to cry with her one minute and laugh with understanding the next. While I have never had the privilege of meeting her or even hearing her speak- I hope to one day do both!
More than a pretty aesthetic
This is an eloquently written, intentional, practical, powerful read and you do not want to miss this opportunity. Although Jennie is a female and many illustrations are directed toward females this is not a book for just women this is a book for everyone, do not limit its power! Every one of us is fighting might as well fight to flourish!
Read it! You won’t regret it!
Through Jennie’s book you will see she is the perfect example of completely diving into a hard situation. Learning from it and strengthening others through her experience. All of us face hard situations, things we have to battle. Though our battles may not be the same as Jennies, this book will definitely give you the encouragement you need in whatever battle you are in. You will learn that you need the darkness of the battle to help you flourish. Jennie’s use of imagery through plants and boxing really help emphasize all her points. You will be left with visual real life examples that will point you to Jesus. After reading I was left encouraged and truly saw the beauty of continuing my fight to be who Jesus wants me to be. I highly encourage you to not only read the book but also do the Bible study and watch the DVD’s. You won’t regret it!
Not what I was looking for
The author shares her testimony of losing a child. If that's what speaks to you, then purchase this book. The author speaks well to pre and young Christians. Do not buy it for the title.
Beautiful
What a beautifully written book! I loved hearing her story and how she uses scripture as her strength. It’s hard to keep going when you go through storms. I’m glad I got to read this book. There are so many little gems that I love! ❤️
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