This is yet another book that I didn’t know I needed (wait, yes I did), by Lysa TerKeurst. This woman gets it. She doesn’t deny or sugarcoat her pain and struggles, which makes her stories and books so relatable. I often feel that I am alone in my struggles, feelings, and thoughts and then along comes a book like this to let me know there are others feeling just like me. Also, after each chapter in this book there was a reflection and prayer given- which was so nice because it really made you sit and think about what you just read.

Of course this book is about trusting again, and using our own discernment and wisdom. Each chapter goes into great detail about regaining trust in others and what we should be watching for to keep ourselves safe. I loved every chapter in this book, but Chapter Three on identifying red flags 🚩 really hit home, and I feel that Chapter Seven, “How Can I Trust God When the Person Who Hurt Me Got Away With It?” was written especially for me. I loved every word written in that chapter, and in this book.

I was lucky enough to receive a digital copy of this book through NetGalley, but this is one book that I do need a physical copy of because I needed to highlight many sentences and quotes. This is also a book that I would like to pick up from time to time just to reflect on when I am going through a difficult time, or might be getting triggered by a situation.

I would also like to add that there was a Bonus chapter included in this book, and it was definitely a bonus! Lysa TerKeurst gave us some personal news of her own, and some more spiritual prayers and reflections were included. I really enjoyed this chapter as well!

I highly recommend reading this book, especially if you are already a fan of TerKeurst. I think this may be her best book to date.

Many thanks to NetGalley, Nelson Books, and the author for a digital copy of this book which I had the pleasure to read. This book was published on October 8th, 2024- and is available now!
Genre~ self-help, nonfiction (adult), Christian

“Just because your life looks different doesn’t mean it’s going to be hard forever”.
- Lysa TerKeurst
It’s true! There is a lot of hope here!! My email was read on episode 6 of the Lattes with Lucy podcast from The Royals of Malibu series and the advice I was given there lines up perfectly in a way that was meant to be. Everything happens for a reason and people are in your life for a reason, whether that be forever or just for a season. As hard as that may be when/if the time comes for them to leave your life one way or another, you grew as a person! You’ve become an incredibly beautiful human being that only you were strong enough to live this life. Nobody could do it better than you! To leave on a positive note, I’m grateful for every. single. person. who came into my life - even if we’ve gone our separate ways by now or if they’ve passed on in this life. To those friends who’ve become like family, although they’ll never see this, I would not change a single one of the sequence of events that had to occur for us to meet and be involved in each other's lives! The best is yet to come and I cannot wait for all the memories yet to be made, with those who are in my life and those I have yet to meet!

After reading the first sentence above, I knew I was meant to read this incredible book by Lysa. My point is, if you're at all thinking about picking up "I Want to Trust You", even if it's just the smallest urge. Go for it! You will learn a lot about yourself from the wisdom and knowledge that Lysa has to share with the world. And with you friend!

Author Lysa Terkeurst takes readers on a journey through the in-between... the desert land of desiring relationships and overcoming broken trust. Trust is the oxygen of relationships. It's what breaths life into our connections. But what happens when the betrayal is so deep you're not sure the tears will stop? And where is God when trust is broken? If He could see the behind the scenes, can He even be trusted?

Broken trust in past relationships can quickly become a stumbling block to future wholeness. Deep wounds, shattered illusions, and discarded dreams take more than time to heal. They require strategic reprogramming to stop them from destroying future relationships. But what does that look like when we loose faith even in your discernment?

As someone who's walked through deeply broken trust, Terkeurst's book was incredibly timely. She brings words to hurts and betrayals that feel so profoundly inescapable. I found myself nodding along with all she was saying. These were the words I've been searching for to describe how I feel. Here was a woman that understood the groans of my pain. I could identify with this feeling of despair. And yet, neither of us could be allowed to live there. Yes, this type of broken trust requires hard work, but it's not meant to be a dead end.

This book is exactly what I needed for this season of my life. Full of insight and practical advice... while not allowing the reader to remain stuck. I waver between 3.5-4 stars. This book hits on this topic with such precision and insight. I just expected it to have more Scriptural backup. However, the advice is solid and life-giving. I was continually surprised by Terkeurst's ability to clearly identify the issue and slowly chip away at the solution in a way that as neither cliche or belittling. Definitely recommended.

*Disclaimer: I received a free copy of this book from the publisher. All opinions are my own.

Timely, honest reflection on the impact of trust on living and making a life. I appreciate the weaving of scripture and life experiences to be plain and real regarding the journey.

This is a good resource. I've gone through some of Lysa's studies before and I enjoy her writing style and explanations of Bible stories and characters. I didn't relate or need all of this, but it was definitely interesting and something I feel like I could share with others.

In her latest book, Lysa TerKeurst breaks down trust or lack of it after a traumatic breaking of trust. She walks the reader through how and why trauma can have such a serious effect on our ability to function, and trust that we won't get hurt again.

Her take on restoring our faith and trust in God, as well the people we love, is exactly the kind of thought-provoking self-help I have come to admire from her.

The honesty of this book is what makes it such a great read. It's not full of toxic positivity or a "get over it" attitude. Instead it's a story of realizing that trust is hard, but our Creator will never let us down.

A great read that includes Biblical and Christian counseling advice on how to heal from deep past relationship hurt. Lysa's authentic and relatable style helps the reader relate to the topics she discusses and brings hope to those who are stuck in moving forward into new relationships with without the baggage of their past experiences and fear of being hurt again.

Excellent read! Thanks for the arc! This is one to come back to often! I really liked how she tackled the tough issues with gentleness and a biblical approach.

I love Lysa's heart and always sharing the real things in life I enjoy hearing her speak and reading all of her books. She is inspiring!

I have been a huge fan of Lysa TerKurst for so many years. I have seen her speak in person and she never dissapoints. I am not one to take advice from many people, but knowing the battles that this sweet woman has faced over the years all while keeping her faith strong.....I read her books on repeat. Broken trust, deep heartbreaks, and the questions of will I ever trust anyone again and come out of the battle that I am facing right now.....Read this book. Highlight these words. Thank you Lysa for sharing your life, your struggles and the "real" side of you.

I appreciate the author’s authenticity and vulnerability. There was a lot of personal experience examples and a lot of scripture. I appreciate how Lysa sprinkles the word of God through-out and teaches her readers to not just read the Word but practical ways to apply the Word to one’s life. At the end of every chapter she pointed out the more important points and provided encouragement to the reader to press forward and to heal. I believe that this will be a great resource for those who are dealing with betrayal, resentment, disappointment, and bitterness in their lives.

Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for an advanced copy. All opinions are my own.

This book is phenomenal, hands down. If you have struggled with betrayal, trust issues, insecure attachment styles, or anxiety around your social relationships, this book is an absolute must-read. TerKeurst takes a biblical, biochemical, and physiological perspective on trust issues, taking the time to study why exactly our body reacts the way it does if we have had broken relationship problems in the past, and then relates it back to biblical foundations. She points out how to understand the impact of problems we've faced in our life and how they make us prone to certain reactions with new people, whether we should trust them or not, and how to sharpen our God-given discernment to not only heal, but also recognize when that discernment is throwing a red flag correctly. It's an incredibly important book designed to help us gently grow in discernment, correct ourselves, step away from negative experiences, and ultimately to heal in a biblical manner. It's the rare book I would recommend literally every single person to read.

*FTC: I read an early edition for my review; all opinions are my own*

I knew Lysa's book would challenge me in ways I needed to be. As always her writing is gentle and full of wisdom. It can be difficult to know how to move forward in a healthy way but Lysa helps you to discern the way to healing.

Broken trust can be very difficult to navigate as a Christian, and this book approaches the subject with empathy and wisdom.

(I received a free digital copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review)

I requested this title thinking it was more about doubting God. But it’s actually about not trusting people. I know Lysa has experienced too much relational trauma. Her story has been pretty publicized. And I’m not sure you can ever fully heal from what something like what she has experienced. However, I’m not sure she is yet healthy enough to have written a book counseling others on how to trust. I can’t really be the judge of that, but I just wonder about it because I found this book to be highly emotional and disorganized. For a book on such a sensitive topic. I would expect more winsom anecdotes than the painful ones she shares. A few of the anecdotes didn’t seem to fit the context, like the story about going with her friend to a lie detector test. Her thoughts are jumbled and don’t really follow a logical pattern. I almost think she should have just written a memoir. I don’t really have any relationships with major trust issues, so I didn’t find this helpful.. but I’m so glad to see so many others who did!

Lysa is a deep well of wisdom and bravely continues to share her story in new ways. The average person lies 4 times a day. Wow. Therefore, there’s going to be hurt and broken trust. We live in a sinful world. Lysa teaches us how to navigate that beautifully.

This is a well-written and thought provoking dive into how to cope with broken relationships of any kind. It includes chapters on discernment, repairing relationships, control, and trusting God with the future. This is especially good for anyone who has been betrayed by a loved one.

You can trust again.

Family friendly.

Here’s a review for I Wanna Trust You, But I Don’t by Lysa TerKeurst:

A Powerful Guide to Healing and Trust

Lysa TerKeurst has once again delivered a deeply impactful book in I Wanna Trust You, But I Don’t. As someone who has experienced the pain of betrayal and struggled with rebuilding trust, this book spoke directly to my heart. Lysa’s honest, compassionate approach offers hope for healing, all while rooted in her Christian faith.

Her personal stories and biblical insights have not only given me comfort but also practical steps toward reclaiming trust in myself, others, and in God’s plan. This book is a must-read for anyone who has felt the weight of betrayal or relational wounds. It’s an invaluable guide for those looking to experience true restoration and freedom. Highly recommended for anyone seeking healing and learning to trust again.

This book is a must read for anyone who has had trust broken! I love Lysa’s transparency and rawness, yet she always brings it back to God’s Word and how we can trust in the Lord even when nothing makes sense. She gives practical and spiritual application on how to rebuild trust in ways that makes sense and are achievable. I highly recommend this book, and it will be the best resource in your trust journey.

Lysa’s book is fresh air in today’s chaotic world. With her trademark blend of honor, ability and wisdom to cursed tackles trust after it’s been broken. Her words, resonate deeply, offering both comfort and challenge to the reader struggling with trust. What’s this book apart is curse ability to see the aspects through Christ help and scripture basis. Her personal antidotes are both thought-provoking and make spiritual truth, accessible and applicable to every day life, she really has done herself with powerful transformative work. Don’t miss out the opportunity to be inspired encouraged and to walk along with Lisa as she describes how to handle trusting when you don’t want to.