Know, Trust, Abandon
It is a powerful spiritual journey that explores life’s deepest question: why are we here?
Blending faith, reflection, and purpose, the book invites readers to move beyond doubt and fear.
It guides the soul toward knowing God, trusting His love, and surrendering fully to His will.
MY STORY
Gerald Mackrell is a machine tool fitter by trade who spent much of his working life in the steel industry, a world shaped by precision, endurance, and hard physical labor. His professional journey grounded him firmly in the practical realities of life, while quietly nurturing a deep curiosity about its deeper meaning. Retirement marked not an ending, but a beginning—one that opened space for reflection, faith, and unexpected creativity.
About Book
Know, Trust, Abandon is a reflective and deeply personal exploration of life’s most enduring questions—why we exist, what it means to be human, and whether there is more beyond the physical world. Gerald Mackrell weaves together faith, scripture, and thoughtful inquiry to examine the relationship between humanity and a loving Creator. The book challenges readers to look beyond scientific explanations of how life came to be and to confront the deeper spiritual question of why.
At the heart of the book is the belief that human beings are both physical and spiritual, gifted with free will and the responsibility that comes with it. Mackrell traces humanity’s spiritual journey through creation, temptation, redemption, and grace, emphasizing the central role of Jesus Christ in overcoming sin and death. Through clear language and relatable reflection, the book explains how knowing God leads naturally to trusting Him, even amid suffering, doubt, and a troubled world.
Articles
Why Are We Here? Searching for Meaning Beyond the Physical World
Many people go through life asking quiet but important questions: Why am I here? What is my purpose? Is there
Knowing Jesus: The First Step Toward Spiritual Transformation
Before trust can grow, we must first know who Jesus truly is. In Know, Trust, Abandon, Gerald presents Jesus not
Learning to Trust God in an Uncertain and Troubled World
Trusting God is one of the greatest challenges in modern life. We live in a world filled with conflict, injustice,
Abandoning Yourself to God: Living a Life of True Surrender
The final stage of Gerald’s spiritual journey is abandonment—fully surrendering one’s life to God’s will. This is not weakness or
Contact
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