In the Middle of the Mess By Shelia Walsh

How do you turn your struggles into strengths? Beloved Bible teacher Sheila Walsh teaches readers how the daily spiritual practices of confession, meditation on God’s Word, and prayer result in fresh freedom in Christ.
In her long-awaited new book, Sheila Walsh equips women with a practical method for connecting with God’s strength in the midst of struggle. From daily frustrations that can feel like overwhelming obstacles to hard challenges that turn into rock-bottom crises, women will find the means to equip themselves for standing strong with God. Using the spiritual applications of confession, prayer, and meditation on Scripture to form a daily connection to Jesus, women will learn how to experience new joy as a child of God who is fully known, fully loved, and fully accepted.
In In the Middle of the Mess, Walsh reveals the hardened defenses that kept her from allowing God into her deepest hurts and shares how entering into a safe place with God and practicing this daily connection with him have saved her from the devil’s prowling attacks. Though we will never be completely “fixed” on earth, we are continually held by Jesus, whatever our circumstances.

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https://www.amazon.com/Middle-Mess-Strength-Beautiful-Broken/dp/1400204917/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1511561402&sr=8-1&keywords=in+the+middle+of+the+mess

 

Sheila Walsh is an author, speaker and Bible teacher who has sold over 4 million books. Her heart is to show what happens when your real life meets the Word of God. She is the author of the #1 best-selling line of Christian books for little girls, "Gigi, God's Little Princess." Sheila is the creator of Children of Faith and the Gnoo Zoo, a ministry to children that communicates God's love for them. She is the author of several books for women including "Honestly," "Gifts for Your Soul," "Living Fearlessly," and "The Best Devotions of Sheila Walsh", "The Shelter of God's Promises" and her latest book, "God Loves Broken People and those who pretend they're not." As an accomplished musician, Sheila has recently released the CD "Beauty From Ashes." Sheila, her husband, Barry and their son, Christian live in Dallas, Texas.

My Thoughts...

Life changing book, I don't know one person that has the perfect life. We have all lived in the real world, so we have dealt with a lot.
Walsh is a voice in the Christian world that many can relate to and she has lived it and she wants to share how she got through it. So she wants to help others.
Walsh talks about  the miracles in the middle of our mess. She shares her own personal story with you, it's one you don't want to miss.
This is a very  straight forward book and it's a life saver for all us women that don't have it all together.
I gave this book 5 stars and I HIGHLY recommend it.
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Hiding From The Kids In My Prayer Closet By Jessica Kastner

Soon after Jessica Kastner became a mother, she wondered if she was the only mom who found pretend play more boring than watching playdough harden and who dreaded yet another friend’s Instagram post of homemade deliciousness.
 
In Hiding from My Kids in the Prayer Closet, Kastner shares her experience as an “unmom”—a mom who loves her kids more than she loves the daily experience of mothering. She helps readers laugh at the ridiculous, delight in the unpredictable, and enjoy being the mothers God made them to be.

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https://www.amazon.com/Hiding-Kids-Prayer-Closet-Motherhood/dp/0781414849/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1499568435&sr=8-1&keywords=hiding+from+my+kids+in+my+prayer+closet

Jessica Kastner is an award-winning journalist and a regular contributor for the Christian Broadcasting Network’s website, CBN.com, The Huffington Post’s Christianity blog and Beliefnet.com. She shares her "fluff free" commentary on the Christian life at JessicaKastner.com, and serves as the CT Coordinator for Straight Ahead Ministries, leading Bible studies within juvenile detention centers.
 

My Thoughts...

 

Moms are you trying to get it together? This is your book. It had me laughing and it has some truth to it as well.

Being a mom of adult children, I would to have loved to have read this years ago.

It has great stores and biblical merit. I hope all moms will pick up a copy to read and reflect.

I gave this book 4 stars. Moms could always use a pick me up.  This would make a Great gift.

The Mary Reader received this book from the publisher for review. A favorable review was not required and all views expressed are our own.

Un-Common By Carey Scott

Uncommon is a battle cry for women to step out of the ordinary and live differently.
It's a blueprint for a life full of passion and purpose. And it has the power to change everything.
     
Carey Scott, author, speaker, and certified Biblical Life Coach, invites you to journey alongside her as she introduces you to women from the Word who chose to live uncommon lives even in the toughest circumstances. From stepping into scandalous situations to breaking cultural norms to risking the departure of a comfortable life, you will discover hope and motivation to live God’s way in a world that screams, “Tuck your faith away! Just be normal like everyone else!”

Now more than ever, it's time to step into something new. . .something life-changing and life-giving. God is asking you to shine Him into a world that needs to know there is a better way to live. And when you say yes to becoming uncommon, it's a radical act of obedience to the One who created you to be extraordinary.  Uncommon offers personal stories, insights, life lessons, questions for further reflection, and biblical support written especially for women.

With authenticity, vulnerability, humor, refreshing boldness and anchored in the Beatitudes, Uncommon will empower you to rise up. . .to reject the common. . .to embrace your calling. . . and to live in a way that points others to God. Buckle up, friend. It's time to be uncommon.

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https://www.amazon.com/Uncommon-Pursuing-Life-Passion-Purpose/dp/168322275X/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1498165845&sr=8-1&keywords=uncommon+by+carey+scott

 

 

 

Carey Scott is an author, speaker, and life coach, honest about her walk with the Lord… stumbles, fumbles and all. Her passion is reminding women of their immeasurable worth, something the world is quick to discount. She speaks to women’s groups and writes about the issues that matter most to the heart of a woman.

Carey lives in Northern Colorado with her husband and two kids where she tries to be domestic, and appreciates the grace when she’s not. You can learn more by visiting her website and blog at CareyScott.org, or by tracking her down at the closest Starbucks.

My Thoughts

What a powerful read, From the very first page. Scott lets us know that it's okay to be Uncommon and live a different life as Christians we are to do this. Scott gives you  great advice on how to do this and lets us know it's okay. Stand out from the crowd and be proud to.

You will love the personal stories that Scott shares with us. This is a much need read for ALL of us.

I held on to every word and let is sink in. Scripture is all through this book and it is so easy to understand what Scott is saying.

This book gives you the opportunity to be a life changer.  And this book gives you the power to change.

I really feel like everyone needs to read this book.

I gladly gave this book 4 stars. I recommend it.

The Mary Reader received this book from the publisher for review. A favorable review was not required and all views expressed are my own.