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From Judas to Dominion

The Journey I Never Asked For and The Life God Built Anyway

What happens when the life you spent decades building suddenly falls apart? In From Judas to Dominion, Apostle Coleen S. Ray invites readers into an unflinchingly honest memoir of love, betrayal, devastating loss, faith, and the courageous journey of rebuilding from the ashes. After enduring unimaginable heartbreak, including the collapse of a long marriage, the death of loved ones, profound personal grief, financial uncertainty, and the painful unraveling of everything she believed was secure, she found herself standing at a crossroads where surrender became the only way forward. With remarkable vulnerability, Coleen shares the deeply personal moments that shaped her life, revealing not only the pain of being wounded by those she trusted most but also the unexpected strength that emerged through every trial. Rather than offering easy answers, she invites readers into the sacred process of healing, confronting trauma, rediscovering identity, and learning that brokenness does not have the final word. Blending heartfelt storytelling with powerful moments of reflection, From Judas to Dominion is more than a memoir, it is a testament to resilience, redemption, and the unwavering faithfulness of God. Each chapter traces the path from devastation to restoration, reminding readers that even the deepest betrayals can become the birthplace of purpose. Whether you are navigating grief, recovering from relational wounds, rebuilding after divorce, wrestling with disappointment, or searching for hope in life's darkest seasons, this book offers encouragement without pretense and truth without condemnation. From Judas to Dominion is an invitation to believe that your story is not over. The chapters marked by heartbreak, loss, and uncertainty are not the conclusion, they are often where healing begins. Through honesty, faith, and perseverance, Coleen demonstrates that while betrayal may alter the course of a life, it does not have the power to define its ending. This unforgettable memoir will resonate with readers who appreciate authentic life stories, spiritual growth, and the enduring promise that beauty can rise from broken places. It is a powerful reminder that although the journey may begin with betrayal, it can ultimately lead to dominion, restoration, and a future filled with hope.

Genres

MemoirsChristianity

ISBN

9798905993817

Format

Print / Paperback

Contributor

Coleen Sykes Ray

Author

Apostle Coleen S. Ray is an apostolic leader, author, publisher, entrepreneur, and community advocate whose life and work are dedicated to helping others heal, discover purpose, and lead with integrity. With more than twenty years in ministry and leadership, she has devoted her career to equipping individuals, organizations, and faith communities through teaching, mentoring, publishing, and transformational leadership. She is the founder of The Ruach Center, an apostolic ministry committed to spiritual formation, restoration, and leadership development, and the Chief Executive Officer of DRIEMM Publishing & Consulting, where she has helped more than one hundred authors transform their stories into professionally published books. Through her publishing company, coaching, and leadership initiatives, she empowers emerging voices to preserve their legacy and fulfill their calling through the written word. Coleen holds a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Nonprofit Management, along with undergraduate degrees in Liberal Arts, Communications, and Early Childhood Education. Her professional background spans nonprofit leadership, healthcare navigation, crisis intervention, community outreach, and organizational development, allowing her to serve at the intersection of faith, compassion, and practical leadership while equipping leaders to build sustainable organizations that create lasting impact within their communities. A passionate advocate for restoration, Coleen is also the founder of Bags of Hope Foundation, an initiative created to serve individuals and families experiencing hardship by providing tangible resources while restoring dignity and hope. Whether speaking, teaching, writing, or serving in her community, her mission remains the same: to help people rebuild their lives from places of brokenness into lives marked by purpose and resilience. From Judas to Dominion is Coleen's most personal work to date. Written with honesty and vulnerability, the memoir chronicles a journey through betrayal, grief, loss, healing, and the faith that sustained her through every season. More than a story of survival, it is a testimony of redemption and the transformative power of hope. Coleen is the proud mother of two adult children, Jordan and Bryant. She enjoys gardening, worship, and coffee. She believes every story carries purpose and that even life's deepest wounds can become the foundation for someone else's healing.