Thank you for choosing to read my book, I Am Blessed: A Collection of Faith-Based Prayers and Affirmations. I am so blessed that we have been brought together in this time and place. I've written a collection of prayers and matching affirmations. Each begins with the positive action statement, "I am blessed."

I believe very strongly in the power of prayer. I see it as a direct connection to God. I believe God is the creator of all that exists. I believe the Holy Spirit dwells within me. I believe Jesus is my Lord and Savior. I believe angels are the messengers of God. I believe in free will. I believe my prayers are heard. I believe the Bible to be true.

I also believe in the power of affirmations as a tool to create positive change in my life. What I believe I am-good or bad-is what I become. It is a process, but it is so worth it to take ownership of my life in this way.

In this book, I have repeated each affirmation three times. I find it is a great way to imprint them into my memory. I believe that praying with them is divine reinforcement.