The Crossing: A Novel
“Serita Jakes has created a rich story about confronting the debilitating wounds of one’s past and standing at a crossroads of hope and healing—or ongoing suffering.  Her characters take meaningful and relatable journeys, and they will serve as an inspiration for many to find the path toward wholeness.”—Dr. Frank Lawlis, bestselling author, consultant to the Dr. Phil show, and the author of revolutionary program PTSD Breakthrough“An amazing story of hope, loss, and the unconditional love that brings us back to God, Serita Jakes has created a meaningful novel that tears at your heart while mending your brokenness at the same time.The Crossingis powerful storytelling.” —Pat Smith, founder and CEO of “Treasure You”, President of Pat & Emmitt Smith Charities“The Crossingis captivating from page one. Serita chronicles a remarkable tale of betrayal, pain and spiritual anguish.  Her writing uncovers an important core message: how to find freedom from past hurts and wounds, and move toward a life of forgiveness, healing and Divine wholeness.”—Dr. Tim Clinton, president of the American Association of Christian Counselors“Serita Jakes’The Crossingis so much more than you expect. She’s a brilliant woman of God and this stirring novel will reach so many hearts and lives with its message of grace and healing.”—Lisa Osteen Comes, associate pastor Lakewood Church in Houston Texas, and author ofYou Are Made For More“First Lady Serita Jakes is a unique lady with a big heart. She has experienced hurt in her life, thereforeThe Crossingis a perfect novel for her to write. She is a woman who loves much and wants to help others. This book will impact, and may even, save your life. I salute Serita and consider her one of my children.”—Dodie Osteen, co-founder Lakewood Church and author ofChoosing Life.I hope whoever reads this book never has had to go through loss and suffering. But should you be faced with one or the other or both, Mrs. Jakes’ powerful words will help you through it because it demonstrates God’s forgiveness, powerful healing and unconditional love for us all.—Jamie Foster Brown, publisher,Sister 2 SisterMagazine“Serita Jakes has captured the true meaning of what it means to “wear the mask”. And the phrase ‘cover your sins and keep up appearances’ penned inThe Crossing—says it all. The depiction of the novel’s main character Claudia reveals the devastating and irreversible effects of untreated trauma and the dire consequences if left undiagnosed and untreated—as it does all too often.The Crossinghits home on these important issues in a down-to-earth and entertaining way.The Crossingis an important novel and I highly recommended.”—Terrie M. Williams, author ofBlack Pain“A meaningful novel about loss, forgiveness, suffering, and God’s healing, unconditional love. A perfect read for women who have seen hard times. I highly recommend it.”—Paula White, Paula White Ministries/Senior Pastor, Without Walls International Church