When Amber Gardner entered the hospital just two days before her 30th birthday, she had no idea she would be fighting for her life—or that God was about to birth a new mission from her most terrifying moment.

Diagnosed with stage five kidney disease, Amber suffered a cardiac attack that nearly ended her life. But what could’ve been the end turned into the beginning of something much greater—a faith-fueled vision to empower others through words.

This is the story of how Amber’s battle with illness, her bold faith, and her love for storytelling gave birth to Favorable Words, a publishing company that helps Christian authors bring their God-given messages to life.

🔥 From ICU to Inspiration: Amber’s Near-Death Experience

In May of 2023, Amber was admitted to the hospital with severe digestive issues and dangerously low potassium levels—common symptoms for those with kidney disease. But nothing could’ve prepared her for what happened next.

Within hours, she was gasping for air, going into full cardiac arrest, and eventually sedated and intubated.

“I remember calling on the name of Jesus… and then everything went dark,” she recalled.

Amber woke up two days later in the ICU, having missed her 30th birthday. But her spirit was stirred. The prayers of her church family, the love of her community, and the grace of God gave her a second wind—both literally and spiritually.

“I should not be here. But I am. And now I know I’m here for a reason.”

📚 Favorable Words: A Business Born from Breakthrough

After recovering, Amber leaned into her calling. She launched Favorable Words in 2025 with a simple mission:

“To help new authors steward their stories with excellence, clarity, and favor.”

Amber is no stranger to words. A journalism graduate from Hampton University, she had already written her first book, Bigger Than Me: A Story of Struggle, Surrender, and Grace.

But now, she was on a mission to equip others—to guide first-time authors through editing, book layout, publishing, and even marketing. Whether it’s a memoir, a novel, or a faith-based testimony, Amber helps bring stories to life in a way that honors God and edifies others.

✨ What Makes Favorable Words Different?

Many Christian entrepreneurs enter the publishing world feeling overwhelmed or disillusioned by the cost and complexity. Amber experienced this herself.

“I paid thousands for editing, had to redo my Amazon setup, and was basically figuring it out alone.”

Now, she offers clear, accessible packages at affordable rates:

• Copy Editing: $400

• Proofreading: $400

• Book Layout: $200

• Social Media Marketing: $125

• Complete Bundle: $800

• 📣 Student Special: 50% off all services through August 31st
  
  

She’s not just a service provider—Amber is a Kingdom partner, committed to helping others steward their message for impact and eternity.

🙌 The Power of Words in God’s Kingdom

Amber’s story is a living testimony to the power of the written word.

“Jesus used stories. Parables changed lives. Your story can, too.”

In a world full of noise, God still uses storytelling to stir hearts, plant seeds, and disciple generations. And yet so many believers sit on untold testimonies and unfinished manuscripts—paralyzed by doubt, fear, or lack of support.

Amber wants to change that.

💡 Who She Serves

Amber’s mission is especially focused on:

• First-time Christian authors

• Young professionals with a story to share

• Faith-driven entrepreneurs who want to position themselves with a book

• Writers from underrepresented backgrounds seeking guidance and affordable publishing support
  
  

She also works with aspiring authors of fiction and non-fiction, including themes around identity, healing, discipleship, and entrepreneurship.

✝️ From Publishing to Purpose: A Kingdom Vision

When asked about her vision, Amber doesn’t talk profit margins—she talks eternity.

“My goal is to use storytelling as a tool to plant seeds. Some stories will share Jesus directly. Others will demonstrate His love through creativity, healing, and hope. Either way, I want Favorable Words to help people live out their purpose.”

One example? A recent client writing about transgender themes in a fictional story. While Amber doesn’t endorse every worldview, she believes her role is to plant seeds, show love, and trust God for the harvest.

“Sometimes the editing process is also a discipleship opportunity.”

🕊️ Her Upcoming Book: “Second Wind”

Amber is currently writing her next book, titled Second Wind. It’s a raw, faith-filled account of her time in the ICU, the spiritual warfare she faced, and how God gave her new life—physically, emotionally, and spiritually.

Each chapter will reflect a day in her hospital journey, revealing:

• The emotional battle behind the physical healing

• Her struggle with low self-worth and old strongholds

• How prayer, community, and worship ushered in peace
  
  

“This isn’t just a book—it’s a testimony. And I pray it breathes fresh wind into weary souls.”

💍 A Protected Future

In a surprising twist, Amber also shared how she narrowly avoided marrying the wrong person—just days after her ICU stay.

“He had the ring. But God blocked it.”

This story, too, will be included in Second Wind—a reminder that God’s “no” can be the greatest gift of protection and redirection.

💬 Final Encouragement for Christian Entrepreneurs

Amber’s message to other faith-driven dreamers?

“If God has it for you, no one can take it. Don’t rush it. Don’t shrink. If He called you to write, speak, build, or lead—He will provide the resources. He did it for me. He’ll do it for you.”

She’s a living, breathing example that the deeper the pit, the higher the calling.