A mother's desperate prayers. A daughter's painful search. A God who never lets go. For twelve long years, Debbie watched her daughter Kristin wrestle with questions of sexuality, shame, and identity. Their once-close bond felt strained and distant. But in the middle of heartbreak, God called Debbie to fight differently-not with control, but with prayer, surrender, and unshakable hope. Told in both mother and daughter's voices, When Love Goes to War is a faith-filled memoir about parenting through pain, persevering in prayer, and discovering God's relentless pursuit. It's a story of Christian parenting that doesn't offer easy answers but points to lasting hope. This book is for: Parents navigating difficult seasons with their children Christians seeking encouragement in prayer and intercession Anyone wrestling with identity, faith, or family tensions Readers who need to believe again in God's power to redeem broken stories If you've ever wondered how to love your child when you don't understand their journey-or questioned whether God can bring good out of deep pain-When Love Goes to War will remind you: you are not alone, there is hope, and God is still at work. From the Publisher In When Love Goes to War, you'll discover: A raw and relatable story - told from both mother and daughter's perspectives, offering honesty, vulnerability, and hope. Encouragement for parents - practical and spiritual insight on how to keep loving when you don't understand your child's journey. The power of prayer - how intercession and surrender can become a lifeline in the hardest seasons. Faith in the messy middle - proof that God is faithful even when answers are slow and circumstances don't make sense. Hope for the weary - assurance that you are not alone, God has not forgotten you, and redemption is still possible. When Love Goes to War is more than a memoir-it's a companion for parents, believers, and anyone walking through family struggles, identity questions, or seasons of waiting. It reminds us that God is still writing the story.