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"Susan DeFace Washington is the real deal. She is one of the most powerful, heartwarming, spirit filled speakers we have been blessed to hear. Women of all ages were blessed by her testimony and her message of hope, forgiveness and God's redeeming love for all people no matter the circumstances in your past or present situation. We have had many speakers for our Women's Events at First Baptist Church Carrollton and I can honestly say Susan ranks as one of the most outstanding speakers we have had."

- Beverly Anderson, Women's Ministry Coorinator for First Baptist Church of Carrollton

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"I have practiced criminal law for over twenty years, as both a prosecutor and defense attorney, and I have witnessed up-close the devastating consequences of drug addiction. Prison has a way of getting your attention, and yet, I have seen many disingenuous and counterfeit “jailhouse conversions” in desperate attempts to game the system and receive leniency. I can assure you, there is nothing fake or phony about Susan and her relationship with, and devotion to, Jesus Christ.

Through faith and perseverance, she has found transforming freedom and undeniable peace and purpose. Susan is the real deal and she possesses a compelling life story and inspiring testimony of God’s unconditional love, saving grace and redemptive power."

- Joe Shearin, Criminal Defense Attorney

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We recently had Susan DeFace Washington come and speak at our monthly ladies group at our church. After speaking with Susan to learn more about her story, I couldn’t wait to have her present to our ladies.

When the day finally came, Susan brought her support team, Power Point, and an infectious spirit. Susan was very open and willing to share her story. Her transparency gave us a glimpse into her world that began with pain, lies, and sadness but ends in the victory and joy that can only come from having a relationship with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Her story communicated so many things in such a short time. Her story communicates the power of hope, forgiveness, and how nothing we can do will separate us from the love of Jesus.

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"I have had the opportunity to hear Susan DeFace Washington speak on more than one occasion. After hearing her story, all I could think was that it was one of the most courageous testimonies I have ever heard. She is living proof of God’s power and grace."

- Randy Smith of First Baptist Church of Allen

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Apr242014

Dates and Numbers

Susan Washington

Dates and numbers have always been important and meaningful in my life. April 24 is no exception. 13 years ago today at about this time I was sitting in a motel room on the edge of the bed crying hysterically because I couldn't see a way out of the mess I had made of mY life . CPS had taken my kids from school days earlier and my husband was in jail and I couldn't talk to any of them. I was too scared to call my dad and I felt so terribly alone , more alone than I had ever felt. The one person I knew I could reach out to because she loved me unconditionally was my sister, but she had died two years earlier. In that desperate moment I made the decision to end my life, to end the pain and shame. I didn't know how I was going to do it but I thought that was my only option . Then God in HIS love and mercy intervened prompting me to make a call to the HR department of Garland ISD. It didn't make sense , but a lot of times God doesn't make sense, because I didn't know anyone there . It was crazy but I called anyway and God placed an angel , named Mary , on the other end of that line who treated me with love and kindness and gave me a plan. The darkness almost won that day but HIS light broke through and the hopelessness left. In that moment I chose life. I have never again gone to that darkest place , not even when I faced prison or when Alexis died , events much more tragic and painful to me. God had me in the palm of HIS hand and since that day there has always been hope , if even just a flicker. So today I praise HIM for saving me that day and never giving up on me . I thank HIM for giving me eyes to see that it wasn't hopeless and that I was stronger than I thought even when I didn't really know HIM. He still loved me when I didn't even recognize who HE was. One of the most powerful moments in my life . Feeling thankful!! Don't forget there is ALWAYS hope!!

Isaiah 42:3 He will not break the bruised reed, nor quench the dimly burning flame. He will encourage the fainthearted, those tempted to despair. He will see full justice given to all who have been wronged.

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