If I Should Die Before I Wake

by Pat Simmons

It is of the LORD's mercies that we are not consumed, because His compassions fail not. They are new every morning, great is Thy faithfulness. Lamentations 3:22-23God’s mercies are sure; His promises are fulfilled; but a dawn of a new morning is God’ grace.If you need a testimony about God’s grace, then If I Should Die Before I Wake will encourage your soul. Nothing happens in our lives by chance. If you need a miracle, God’s got that too. Trust Him. Has it been a while since you’ve had a testimony? Increase your prayer life, build your faith and walk in victory because without a test, there is no testimony. Pat Simmons is the award-winning and bestselling author of the Guilty series.

39 pages, Kindle Edition

First published April 23, 2011

About the author

Pat Simmons is a multi-published Christian romance author of forty-plus titles. She is a self-proclaimed genealogy sleuth who is passionate about researching her ancestors, then casting them in starring roles in her novels. She is a five-time recipient of the RSJ Emma Rodgers Award for Best Inspirational Romance: Still Guilty, Crowning Glory, The Confession, Christmas Dinner, and Queen’s Surrender (To A Higher Calling). Pat’s first inspirational women’s fiction, Lean On Me, with Sourcebooks, was the February/March Together We Read Digital Book Club pick for the national library system. Here for You and Stand by Me are also part of the Family is Forever series. Her holiday indie release, Christmas Dinner, and traditionally published, Here for You were featured in Woman’s World, a national magazine. Here for You was also listed in the “7 Great Reads That Help to Keep the Faith” by Sisters From AARP. She contributed an article, “I’m Listening,” in the Chicken Soup for the Soul: I’m Speaking Now (2021). Pat is the recipient of the 2022 Leslie Esdaile “Trailblazer” Award given by Building Relationships Around Books Readers’ Choice for her work in the Christian fiction genre.

As a Christian, Pat describes the evidence of the gift of the Holy Ghost as a life-altering experience. She has been a featured speaker and workshop presenter at various venues across the country. Pat has converted her sofa-strapped sports fanatical husband into an amateur travel agent, untrained bodyguard, GPS-guided chauffeur, and administrative assistant who is constantly on probation. They have a son and a daughter. Pat holds a B.S. in mass communications from Emerson College in Boston, Massachusetts and has worked in radio, television, and print media for more than twenty years. She oversaw the media publicity for the annual RT Booklovers Conventions for fourteen years. Visit her at www.patsimmons.net.

Reviews

[Amy · Rating 2 out of 5]

Marketing tool?

Very very short story of the author's experience and diagnosis with few details....and then many pages devoted to promoting the author's books. I got the impression that it was published simply as a marketing tool.

[sherry barrows · Rating 1 out of 5]

😐

Not really much to read. Not impressed with this book at all.like lengthy stories but it was free so it was ok

[Dee Senford · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was ok I through it was a story but it was her testimony

[Tricia Jones · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome

I loved it . Wish there had been more
This book was very inspirational. SOMETHING we al l need I our lives.

[Brenda Glass · Rating 3 out of 5]

Short testimony of overcoming her illness and dealing with epilepsy. It hooked me and I wanted more.

[Sharla Elcock · Rating 5 out of 5]

Testimony

As a sufferer with endometriosis this short testimony came at the right time. The testimony only took 5 mins to read. But it injected so much hope.

[Vera · Rating 5 out of 5]

Outstanding book

[Mary Calton Gerard · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful

What a blessed assurance! An inspirational testimony, God can and He will keep us! I would love to hear more of the testimony.

[Jessica Simmons · Rating 5 out of 5]

Short story

Pat Simmons has powerful testimony of God'sgrace. I enjoy read this book was encourage to the heart. This book will be second read .

[DUBOSE1966 · Rating 1 out of 5]

Review

Ok started reading this book was very interesting information about the author then it just turned into information about each of her books I feel like it was a waste could have just gotten one of her titles.

[Tera L. Kirksey · Rating 5 out of 5]

The simple child's prayer we use to say before going to bed took on a new meaning, "Now I lay me down to sleep. I pray the Lord my soul to keep. If I should die before I wake, I pray the Lord my soul to take."
I've read plenty of Pat's catalog but never had I read of her testimony. Her experience with epilepsy encouraged and blessed me. The eye witness account recalled by her and her family reminded me to always be an advocate for your care. It also showed how Pat relied on the strength God gave her through His promises in the Word. This was an excellent short read.

[Blue North · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a very moving personal experience story about illness. Who knows when the unexpected will happen? It happened when Pat Simmons in If I Should Die Before I Wake became so sick she felt as though death were at her doorstop. Thank The Lord she didn't die. It's a powerful story about fear transplanted by faith and hope. It is also a story about not fearing to ask questions about an illness. When one doctor says there is no reason for what you are suffering, use Pat Simmons example and go to another doctor or how many doctors it will take until you find the answer. Also, be aware that all medicines can produce side effects. Pat Simmons googled her symptoms until she discovered answers. This is a compelling life story. Didn't realize I had reached the end. Found myself searching for more pages. It's very short and can be read in one sitting.
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[Monique · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is Simmons powerful testimony on how God has guided her through the storm of seizures. She uses transpracy to explain how one should do the most out of everyday. The use of scriptures proves that Simmons is strictly following God's voice as she writes. This is a short read that offers inspiration and motivation to do what God has ordained you to do while on earth.

[Michelle N · Rating 5 out of 5]

It takes a lot of courage to share your personal story with the world. I hope that your story helps others and inspires those who are facing the same challenges. I pray that you continue to have good health.

[Karen]

Now I lay me down to sleep,
I pray the Lord my soul to keep,
If I shall die before I wake,
I pray the Lord my soul to take.
This is a powerful testimony on how amazing God is. Short read that offers inspiration for others.

[L.A. Lewis · Rating 5 out of 5]

God is so good! What an awesome testimony!

[Michelle Hager · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book

I am not a frequent reader. This book caught my attention immediately. I enjoy the references to God in our lives.

[NayNay · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great

This was great i had chills all over me,to read a story of a woman that no matter what didnt break her faith...

[Gwen · Rating 3 out of 5]

A short read that could have been developed further. Author used too many pages in this book to promote her collection.

[Ellowyn · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was ok but I was looking for a little more. This really is a testimonial more than a book. But it was a great read.

[leila burton · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome

I loved this short story. This was my first time reading from this author and a short story. I feel it hairball the good points and left you wAnting more. Great work.

[Shannan Harper · Rating 4 out of 5]

Pat's real life story about healing and a situation that almost took her out.

[Debra Barstad · Rating 2 out of 5]

Very short and very vague is all I can say