Debbie Simmons:

Four Goodbyes, One Mission

What happens when life shatters your deepest dreams? Debbie’s story is a testament to resilience, faith, and the unexpected ways purpose can emerge from heartbreak.

Bio

Debbie Simmons is a community activist, businesswoman, wife, mother to 9 adopted children, and, most importantly, a devoted follower of Christ. Her boots-on-the-ground experience, hard-earned wisdom, and faith-centered approach will help you build your business or non-profit, family or life legacy. Her inspiring testimony of living “love without regard to risk” empowers you to boldly walk through the doors God is opening for you with no worries.

Debbie is not a coach, she is a builder. She will inspire you to build the business, family, and life legacies that you have dreamed. Debbie will teach you how to be an Impact Player for the Kingdom both now and for eternity.

Professional Experience

Debbie Simmons has always ventured beyond the conventional, bravely exploring paths few would consider. From a career in mechanical engineering to graduating from seminary, and ultimately founding Anchor Point, she has followed God’s calling with unwavering faith. As CEO and Founder of Anchor Point, Debbie leads a mission-driven organization dedicated to helping families thrive through counseling, education, and community support.

Her journey has been shaped by her deep relationship with God, which began in her elementary years and has guided her through every chapter of her life. Whether through her faith-driven leadership at Anchor Point, her advocacy for adoption as a mother of nine, or her work empowering Christian business owners, Debbie’s mission is clear: to inspire others to build businesses, families, and legacies that honor God.

Through this newest venture, she extends this mission, equipping individuals with wisdom, strategies, and biblical principles to navigate both business, family and life with faith and purpose. Her journey is a testament to God’s meticulous preparation, and she invites others to join her in the courageous pursuit of building a lasting legacy.

Topics

  • Navigating the Journey from Grief to Purpose
  • The Role of Faith in Overcoming Tragedy
  • Transforming Personal Loss into Community Impact
  • Adoption After Loss: Building a Family Through Foster Care
  • Founding a Ministry: From Personal Pain to Public Service
  • Helping Others Heal: Leading Grief Support Groups
  • The Power of Asking “How” Instead of “Why”
  • Building Resilience: Steps to Becoming Unstuck
  • Faith-Based Leadership in Non-Profit Organizations
  • Living Your Legacy: Making an Eternal Impact

Guiding Questions

  • Can you share the moment you realized you were carrying quadruplets?
  • How did you cope with the loss of your four sons?
  • What led you to shift from asking “why” to “how”?
  • How did your faith influence your healing process?
  • What inspired you to start adopting children from the foster care system?
  • Can you tell us about the founding of Anchor Point and its mission?
  • How do you help others move from being stuck to thriving?
  • What challenges did you face in starting a ministry after such a personal loss?
  • How has your experience shaped your approach to leadership and service?
  • What advice would you give to someone currently facing a profound loss?

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