The Glue
About the Book
Life has a way of placing us in situations where we become the dependable one, the problem solver, the encourager, and the person everyone turns to for strength.
But who strengthens the strong?
Who encourages the encourager?
And what happens when the person holding everything together realizes that they, too, need someone to lean on?
In THE GLUE: Holding It Together While Learning to Let God Lead, Dr. Barbara Jackson shares a deeply personal journey of navigating life's responsibilities while discovering the importance of faith, healing, self-reflection, and trusting God's direction.
Through heartfelt reflections and life lessons, THE GLUE speaks to those who have spent years pouring into others while learning that surrender is not weakness. Sometimes, surrender is the beginning of our greatest strength.
This book is an invitation to embrace your journey, recognize the lessons found in life's challenges, and discover the freedom that comes from allowing God to lead.
Because sometimes, holding it together begins with learning when to let go.
WHO SHOULD READ THE GLUE?
For Those Who Have Been Strong for Everyone Else
A Message for Every Season of Life
You do not have to be facing a crisis to find encouragement in THE GLUE.
Sometimes, the greatest lessons come when we recognize that being strong does not mean being everything to everyone.
You can love deeply, serve faithfully, lead confidently, and still allow God to carry what was never yours to hold.
THE GLUE is a reminder that your journey matters, your experiences have purpose, and your greatest strength may be found in learning to let God lead.
Because even the one who holds everything together needs something, and Someone, to hold on to.
This book is especially for you if:
You are the strong one. You are the person everyone turns to for guidance, encouragement, and support, even when you need those same things yourself.
You are a natural caregiver or encourager. You consistently pour into others, sometimes forgetting that your own well-being deserves attention, too.
You are navigating life's transitions. Whether facing personal challenges, unexpected changes, loss, or new beginnings, you are searching for strength and direction.
You struggle with letting go. You have become so accustomed to managing everything that surrendering control feels uncomfortable or even impossible.
You are a leader. Whether in your family, workplace, church, or community, you understand the responsibilities that come with being someone others depend on.
You are seeking spiritual growth. You desire a deeper relationship with God and a greater understanding of what it means to trust His timing, wisdom, and direction.
You are rediscovering yourself. You are learning that your identity and purpose extend beyond what you do for others.
For Those Who Have Been Strong for Everyone Else
Have you ever felt like you were the one everyone depended on, even when you were quietly carrying burdens of your own?
Have you ever wondered what would happen if you stopped trying to hold everything together?
THE GLUE: Holding It Together While Learning to Let God Lead is for anyone who has experienced the weight of responsibility, the challenges of personal growth, and the journey of learning to trust God through life's uncertainties.
Meet the Author
Dr. Barbara Jackson
Author | Entrepreneur | Executive Consultant | Christian Counselor
A Woman of Faith. A Life of Purpose. A Story Worth Sharing.
Dr. Barbara Jackson is an accomplished entrepreneur, author, executive consultant, and Board Certified Christian Counselor whose life and professional journey reflect a deep commitment to faith, leadership, service, and personal growth.
A lifelong learner, Dr. Jackson holds a Doctorate in Christian Theology, an MBA, a Master of Science in Management and Leadership, and a Bachelor of Science in Business Management.
Yet beyond her professional accomplishments is a woman whose personal journey has been shaped by faith, perseverance, responsibility, love, and the lessons that come from navigating life's unexpected challenges.
Her book, THE GLUE: Holding It Together While Learning to Let God Lead, reflects her experiences and the spiritual lessons learned while being the person others depended upon.
Through her writing, Dr. Jackson encourages readers to embrace their journeys, recognize their worth, and understand that true strength is not found in carrying every burden alone, but in trusting God to lead.
Her message is simple yet powerful: You can be strong, serve others, and fulfill your purpose without losing yourself in the process.
With Love, Dr. B
