About The Book
Tina Rastelli, a Philadelphia native, has been through it. Poverty. Divorce. Failure. Despair. In A Story to Tell: from Single to Surrendered, she shares the ways that God made beauty from her ashes. She gives readers a glimpse of what it looks like to be totally reliant on God for, well…everything.
She shares her heart and her journey openly from the pages of her personal journal during some of the most difficult seasons of life. Sometimes deep, sometimes raw, but always real. God wastes nothing, and it was from her pain, that she found her purpose.
Tina’s mission is to share her story with Christian women around the world, to help them live the life that God has called them to. So that someday they too, can share their story. Every testimony matters.
What people are saying:
“Whatever trial or difficult season you are navigating, Tina’s book is a reminder of God’s faithfulness and the power of surrendering to His will. Equal parts raw, real and uplifting, this story proves God still creates beauty from ashes in the most unexpected ways.”
“This book I feel brought me a little closer to God! It makes me want to be a better person and is a reminder that when we do worry or go astray, we need to bring our focus back and put our faith and trust in Him. Through Him we can do all things! ...If God brings you to it, He will bring you through it.”
“Women like me need this book!”
“I loved the book! ...and the good it will do for so many! God’s hand in, on her and her story will be a blessing to every reader... The book is wonderful - clearly written from [her] heart and experience...I guarantee that you will hear her wisdom, experience, humor and love... ”
“...stellar story telling! And what great ways God worked in her life, so inspiring! And you can’t even imagine how this applies to me personally...I’d say it’s almost heaven sent.”
“…an awesome journey of ups and downs and finding peace throughout the process…Tina shows how a mess can be your message and a test your testimony…a great read for someone in search of finding peace, love, and happiness, in the midst of the storm, by simply surrendering to God’s plan…”
“I really enjoyed reading it!!”
“Tina’s story demonstrates how God shows up when we are facing difficulty. This is a wonderfully written page turner that will keep you on the edge of your seat waiting to see what God does next.”
“Reading A Story to Tell was an emotional and uplifting experience I won’t forget. From the very first page, I was drawn into Tina’s world—her heartbreak felt so real and raw, it was like walking through the pain with her. But what touched me the most was her decision to surrender everything to God...This book isn’t just about pain—it’s about purpose. It reminded me that sometimes our greatest struggles lead us to the most beautiful transformations. If you’ve ever faced heartbreak or felt like giving up, A Story to Tell will meet you right there and gently lift you up. It’s honest, faith-filled, and full of hope...”
“‘They will see in our history the faithful love of the Lord’ (NLT)...and you sharing your story is a beautiful testament of that faithful love.”
“I read your book and I loved it. You did have a story to tell! It inspired me to pick up my Bible and read! Thank you.”
Your Story to Tell
Done reading the book? Ready to tell your story? Share your testimony below… We tell our stories for His glory!