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🎧 Episode Summary:

In this soul-stirring episode of the IBAM Biblical Entrepreneur Podcast, host Steve Adams sits down with Amber Gardner—journalist, author, and founder of Favorable Words—for a powerful conversation about survival, purpose, and the transformational power of storytelling.

Amber opens up about her near-death experience on the eve of her 30th birthday, battling stage five kidney disease and spending her birthday in the ICU. Through this traumatic moment came a spiritual awakening—and a renewed mission to help others share their God-given stories with the world.

From launching her own book editing business to helping new authors navigate the publishing journey, Amber shares how her faith has guided every step. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who believes that God can use even your lowest valley to birth something beautiful.

• 00:00 Introduction to Amber Gardner
• 01:34 Amber's Near-Death Experience and Faith
• 06:30 Starting Favorable Words
• 10:51 Amber's Vision and Mission
• 12:50 Upcoming Book and Personal Journey
• 17:23 Encouragement for Young Entrepreneurs

🔑 Key Takeaways:

• Faith in the Fire: Hear how Amber clung to Jesus during a life-threatening cardiac episode and how her church family rallied in prayer and support.
  

• From Pain to Purpose: Discover how her health crisis inspired her to launch Favorable Words and serve new authors with Kingdom-centered excellence.
  

• Equipping Writers for Impact: Amber shares practical tips for self-publishing, editing, and marketing your message with purpose and integrity.
  

• Walking in Kingdom Favor: Get insight into how God uses storytelling as a vehicle for healing, connection, and discipleship.
  

• The Vision Behind Second Wind: A preview of Amber’s upcoming book that chronicles her spiritual journey through suffering and recovery.

✨ About Amber Gardner:

Amber is a graduate of Hampton University with a degree in journalism. She's the author of Bigger Than Me: A Story of Struggle, Surrender, and Grace and the founder of Favorable Words, a publishing support business for new authors. Her mission is to help others steward their stories for God’s glory through editing, branding, and compassionate guidance.“If it’s for you, it’s for you. No devil in hell can steal it.” – Amber GardnerInspired by Amber’s testimony? Support more faith-driven entrepreneurs like her.

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