This was a sweet story about a family’s journey through the ups and downs of life to become a famous hgtv star. I’d never heard of them before but I’ll definitely check out the show after reading of their journey.

In Trust God, Love People, Jenny Marrs (from HGTV’s Fixer to Fabulous) tells her story of how her trust in God got her through many hard circumstances in her life. From infertility, to a grueling adoption process, scary birth moments, lots of waiting and unknowns, and even saying yes when God put a television show opportunity in her and her husband’s life. I couldn’t put this one down and was so encouraged to hear of Jenny’s solid faith in Jesus.

Thank you to the publisher and to NetGalley for the ARC. All thoughts are my own.

As someone who is aware of the different personalities on HGTV, I was so excited to see this book by Jenny Marrs. Reading this book felt like sitting down with a friend for a cup of coffee. The stories were relatable and I felt like I was sitting in the room going through some of the experiences with the author. These stories of simple faith and following God were so sweet to read and precious reminders that we serve a God who will do more than we can imagine. I highly recommend this enjoyable book.

I received a feee copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

Trust God, Love People
by Jenny Marrs
Pub Date: Oct. 7, 2025
Thanks to the author, publisher and NetGalley for the ARC of this book in exchange for my honest opinion.
I am familiar with Marrs from her TV show and was eager to learn more about her faith.
In Trust God, Love People, Jenny opens wide the doors to her life and her family’s home to share stories of how little steps of faith have added up to an unexpected and abundant life. We ride shotgun next to her as she moves to Bentonville, Arkansas, where she knows almost no one, and watch her slowly put down roots. The sweet stories of how she met Dave and of their early days of marriage and first homes together are here, as are the candid pain and hope of their time spent waiting to start a family before joyfully welcoming their twin boys. Jenny shares intimate glimpses into their years-long fight to adopt their daughter Sylvie from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, as well as behind-the-scenes details about how their work to restore old homes became Fixer to Fabulous.
Encouraging book that I will share with others!

I love Jenny and Dave Marrs and was excited to read this book, but it was a little disappointing! The individual stories themselves were good and she spoke very freely about her faith, but I wish she had also told us how she came to faith in the first place. It kind of just jumped into the middle of the life where we infer she has a pretty rich faith but we have no idea where that came from or how it developed. My other, larger complaint was that the book didn’t flow very well, and the title would be more appropriate if it had to do with remembering God’s faithfulness (as that was really what her book was about). Overall, it’s short enough that it’s worth the read, but don’t expect to be blown away.

Jenny Marrs - if we ever meet and you read this, I hope you’d still want to be my friend! I’d love to hear you tell these stories over dinner!

This book is basically a chronological series of short stories/testimonies throughout Jenny Marrs life. I found it very encouraging and uplifting - full of great reminders of the faithfulness of God in the Christians life. It really could almost be read as a devotional - one story a day to reflect on. She did such a good job pointing it all back to scripture.

I was not vaguely familiar with Jenny but I’ve never seen the show; that didn’t affect how I read this book at all. It’s not about Jenny, it’s just about God.

Thank you to NetGalley for the chance to read an advance copy of this book. All opinions are my own.

I've followed Jenny since her blogging days, and I was really excited to read this book. Jenny shares her family's story alongside her faith in a way that feels like she's sitting next to you, having a conversation with you. She talks about her family's journey through adoption, loss, a call to help African orphanages, a home renovation show, farm life, and everything else in between. I enjoyed how she shared about her faith, even in her hardest times.

I enjoyed Trust God, Love People by Jenny Marrs so much. It was refreshing to hear her giving glory to God in all things. This may be my favorite read of the year. Her love for Christ, family & others really shines through. I highly recommend this book.

Favorite quote: When you look back at the stories of your life, where do you see the markers of God’s faithfulness?

Thank you NetGalley & Convergent books for the opportunity to read this eARC in exchange for my honest review.

It was a good book of the family's walk with the Lord it tackled hard issues but kept focusing on God, very inspirational.


*I received a free complimentary copy of this book from #netgalley and all opinions are my own and freely given!

I was given access to an advance copy of this book through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. And I can honestly say this was one of THE BEST books I’ve ever read (and I read a lot of books). I read it so fast! It was so well-written I felt like I was having a conversation with Jenny herself! She shares stories of her life: her journey to her family and how each child joined, her work, her home, her hobbies, and even her fear of flying and call to adventure. Through it all, she points to Jesus in really beautiful ways and weaves Scripture throughout. Even though I’ve already read this, I will for sure be purchasing copies for my “favorites” bookshelf and to give to friends! Thank you, Jenny, for composing such a beautiful story out of the beautiful story of your life. Keep going!!

I really enjoyed this book. I watched Jenny and her husband on Rock the Block but never really watched her main show. I was still very intrigued to read her story. I’m so glad I did because I felt incredibly inspired by her deep trust and faith in God. Some might think that just because Jenny and her family are on television they must have a perfect and easy life. It’s been anything but. Jenny pours her heart and soul into the highest of highs and lowest of lows while giving God ALL the glory. Her words are beautifully written sharing inner thoughts, journal entries, and conversations with the people closest to her. Her love for God and people will stay with me for a long time. Highly recommend.

Thank you NetGalley and Convergent Books for an eARC of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC of Trust God, Love People by Jenny Marrs. I didn’t know Jenny from her show or social media—I was drawn in simply by the beautiful cover and the book blurb. I’m so glad I picked it up. I really enjoyed reading Jenny’s heartfelt stories about how her faith deepened during life’s challenges and how God remained her steady foundation. I especially appreciated the journaling and prayer prompt section at the end of the book—it was inspiring to see how she could reflect so clearly on past seasons because she had written them down. This book is a wonderful encouragement for anyone needing a reminder that God moves in mysterious, purposeful ways.

There’s something so beautiful about reading someone’s testimony, and this book feels like that. I felt like Jenny took us right along with her in moments of doubt and moments of celebration. She beautifully tells the stories of her life, all the while directing everything back to God. It was such a wonderful read, and every time I set it down, I couldn’t wait to jump back in. I’m inspired by Jenny’s faith and God’s faithfulness, and I may even take attempt to journal again!

Thank you, Convergent, for the ARC! This was just what I needed to read in this season and I can’t wait to buy a copy come October!

This book is a Christian-based memoir from one of the stars of the HGTV show Fixer to Fabulous. I was not familiar with the show or with Jenny Marrs, but I enjoyed this book. The book highlights the struggles Marrs and her husband had, including infertility, miscarriage and international adoption. She is realistic about the difficulties that they had and how she "wrestled" with God during this. She also writes about the wonderful surprises in her life such as the TV show and her unexpected pregnancies. I especially enjoyed the chapter where she discusses leading her sheep to a new pen (yes, they have sheep!) and the comparison with how God had to lead her often.

I recommend this book for anyone who is a fan of their HGTV show, or any Christian woman who enjoys inspirational memoirs. I received a complementary copy of the book from the publisher via NetGalley.

If you watch Fixer to Fabulous then you know Jenny and Dave Marrs and their family. This is a look into their private lives and how their family came to be and you’ll come away feeling that you know them even better. While not a Christian book by definition, Jenny shares things from her faith and you will come away with some hope and inspiration. It’s a short, quick, read and written in a conversational tone. Thank you to NetGalley for the advanced read copy.

I am so glad I picked this book to review! Trust God, Love People – Stories of My Openhanded Faith by Jenny Marrs is a memoir where she shares stories of how God has worked in her life and family. If Jenny Marrs sounds familiar, it may be because you know her from her show Fixer to Fabulous, which is one of my favorite home remodel TV shows I enjoy watching.

I think many will find inspiration and encouragement from reading her book. I love how she shares the Bible, her prayers, parts of her journal, their hardships, and how God works through all things. Her mission in life is to share the light of Jesus in everything, and that is what this book is about.

She starts by sharing how she met her husband and their move to Bentonville – which includes a crazy chicken store. Also, she shares about the adoption of their daughter, infertility issues, difficult pregnancies, loss, their farm life, their tv show, nonprofit organization they started, but most importantly she weaves God in it all. You can see in the pages of the book how important her faith and prayer are in her life

A few of my highlights from the book:

I believe extraordinary, life-alternating events are most often disguised as ordinary moments.
Thankfully, God tells us not to despise small beginnings, for He rejoices to see the work begin (Zechariah 4:10).
I was reminded again and again that God is good. Fear and doubt and confusion are not from Him.
Even when the brokenness threatened to overwhelm, we could stand firm on His promises of redemption and restoration.
Obedience brings blessing and life.
I know how ruthless the enemy is, but I also know that every attack must first come through the hand of God. We are His. He goes before and behind and surrounding…
Thankfully, God can make up for all my humanness. Whenever I feel unfit for this job He has called me to, He fills the gap.

At the end of the book she shares how she journals, including prayer prompts, and how she starts every year of with looking back in gratitude, remembering God’s faithfulness in her life, and writing out prayers for the year ahead instead of resolutions. In addition, you will find a discussion guide, so this book will make a great book club read!

This book will release this fall, so be sure to add this to your your book list!

An absolutely beautiful book with the right message. I wish there were more books like this! So uplifting, encouraging, true, humble, and right. It was a delight. I loved it.

Wow, simply wow. What a wonderful story of putting your entire faith for your life in God's hands. I have been a Fixer to Fabulous watcher for quite a while, a follower of both Dave and Jenny on social media, and a fan, but I actually never knew of some of the struggles that Jenny writes about in this book. She shares a powerful message of faith and trusting God in sharing snippets of their life throughout the years, before TV and alongside the show. I can't give this enough stars!

Reading Trust God, Love People feels like sitting on the porch with a trusted friend, wrapped in a warm blanket of faith and encouragement. Jenny Marrs—known from HGTV but more deeply as a wife, mom, and follower of Jesus—shares her heart and life story with gentle honesty. From simple beginnings to global missions, through heartache and hope, and plenty of farm animals and farm stories, her journey reflects God’s faithfulness in ordinary lives, that become extraordinary. With each page, she reminds us to pray boldly, love deeply, and trust God fully. A beautiful, inspiring read for anyone seeking or searching for purpose and peace.

I received a digital review copy from Convergent Books. This is my honest review.

Sweet sweet book on depending on God to plan your life.
Thanks to author, publisher and Netgalley for the chance to read this book. While I got the book for free it had no bearing on the rating I gave it.