Everything: What You Give and What You Gain to Become Like Jesus

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Everything: What You Give and What You Gain to Become Like Jesus

by Mary E. DeMuth (Goodreads Author)

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Readers discover exactly what it takes to grow in Christ and become like Him.

"I don't write this book as a condemnation or as a sermon. The last thing I want to do is provide a 'how to be the best Christian in ten easy steps' guide. I pen these words as a fellow struggler who is learning that what we think about God matters, how we allow Him to reign in our hearts matters,...more

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Published October 16th 2012 by Thomas Nelson Publishers

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Feb 09, 2013 Mara Kim rated it 5 of 5 stars

What I enjoy the most about Mary’s books is that she is transparent. I feel a kindred spirit to her because she speaks out loud what her innermost feelings might be. I have felt those same raw emotions and have dealt with what life has handed me growing up in an unchristian home and I’ve seen, heard, and felt things no-one should ever bear. Mary has too. When she writes certain passages it resonates me to the core. My core (at times) represents shame, fear, worry, and then guilty for feeling all...more What I enjoy the most about Mary’s books is that she is transparent. I feel a kindred spirit to her because she speaks out loud what her innermost feelings might be. I have felt those same raw emotions and have dealt with what life has handed me growing up in an unchristian home and I’ve seen, heard, and felt things no-one should ever bear. Mary has too. When she writes certain passages it resonates me to the core. My core (at times) represents shame, fear, worry, and then guilty for feeling all of those things knowing that I should be more faithful. She has some powerful paragraphs and sentences that stop you in your tracks.

Everything is divided into three parts:

*Head – What We Think
*Heart – Who We Are
*Hands – How We Live

Part of section one includes the topic of worry. This is what Mary says about worry and it shook me to the core. Worry is a weighty monster with poisoned tentacles. It clutches at us, grabs our mind, steals our breath, our will. It lurks. It pounces. It colors how we perceive the world. But God whispers peace in the midst. At the heart of the matter, we know with our heads that worry will leads to no sleep and stress. It doesn’t change what’s going to happen. We need to be able to hand our worries over to God. I like the image of a box. Write all your worries on a piece of paper and place them in the box. Then picture Jesus and him coming up to you and reaching his hand out to you and requesting that you give him the worry box. And then he wraps you in his embrace and tells you it’s all mine now. I already know the future and it’s good. It’s Jeremiah 29:11 – you’ve read it. You’ve memorized it. Now, live it. You have the future at your hands and I’m right beside you.

Mary DeMuth touches on much more such as choosing forgiveness and healing. Sometimes it’s easier to wallow in our woes rather than face our challenge head on. Forgiving the other person (easier said than done – I know!) is actually releasing you not them. It’s releasing you to move on with your life and live it abundantly. And I learned a long time ago that forgiveness doesn’t mean that you forget what happened or that you have to be their friend. It just means letting go. After all, God has forgiven us. Why is it so hard to forgive others?

Finally, Mary gives you 10 disciplines that if you apply them you will find great growth. One such is the discipline of gratitude and she refers to Ann Voskamp’s book called, “One Thousand Gifts.” Focus on what you do have in life. If you live in America, you have much more than you realize that we so easily take for granted such as running water. We rarely go without it. Or electricity. Oh, how we moan if either is out for even a few hours. It’s all over Facebook that our power is out. Poor Me! We happily post it from our IPhones and get the attention that we all so deserve!

I recommend this book for others who want to tackle that weighty monster of our lives such as worry, letting go of the giants, choosing to heal, and tackling the disciplines.

I was given this book free from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review.
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Jan 18, 2013 Kelly rated it 4 of 5 stars

I received this book for free from Thomas Nelson as a part of their BookSneeze program. Also, I attempted to write this review while trying to watch my children at the local public library, so if you find it lacking and full of errors, you know why.

I'd been seeing a lot about Everything by Mary DeMuth around the time of its release, and so was glad to be able to select it to review. First, ignore the cover. The cutesy font used for the title in a heart gives the impression that it is kind of a "...more

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Nov 24, 2012 Dawn rated it 5 of 5 stars

Everything
What You Give and What You Gain to Become Like Jesus
By Mary DeMuth
Published by Thomas Nelson

I applaud Mary Demuth's candid and honest sharing in Everything: What You Give and What You Gain to Become Like Jesus. Although Mary has written a number of other books, this was the first time I read her writing. I felt as though I was sitting in the presence of a wonderfully honest sister in Christ who was not afraid to tell it as it is and boldly go in those places many fear to tread.

Mary t...more Everything
What You Give and What You Gain to Become Like Jesus
By Mary DeMuth
Published by Thomas Nelson

I applaud Mary Demuth's candid and honest sharing in Everything: What You Give and What You Gain to Become Like Jesus. Although Mary has written a number of other books, this was the first time I read her writing. I felt as though I was sitting in the presence of a wonderfully honest sister in Christ who was not afraid to tell it as it is and boldly go in those places many fear to tread.

Mary takes us through her own journey through discouragement leading us into understanding why that path is a place that ultimately brings joy and intimacy with the Lord when we allow it.
Mary asks us to consider our options in difficult times. We can turn to the Lord in our brokenness and pain, growing in intimacy and relationship with God or we can hang onto our dismal position, growing in bitterness, anger and resentment toward God and others. She does not make light of trials but beckons us to lean into the One who longs us to lean hard on Himself. She advises us in three realms our head, heart and hands. In each of these parts of the book she tackles how we can best live out our faith instead of leaning on our own understanding. She directs us to the deep tenets of our own Christian view through questions for reflection and discussion. The goal is radical obedience and trust. Transformation by grace has never been an easy path. Challenging the easy, breezy gospel of success and happily-ever-after with truth is what shines through in Everything. If you are ready to stop accepting the superficial Christian life and want to feel affirmed in God's will for you as a real life believer, right now, then read on and be sharpened , friends.
Practical and challenging.
If you are ready for Jesus to be your Everything, you are ready to read this book!

I received this book from Booksneeze for the purpose of review.
All opinions expressed are completely my own!

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Nov 05, 2012 Kathleen (Kat) Smith rated it 4 of 5 stars

Shelves: bible-study, christian-living, christian-parenting-resource, christian-self-help, non-fiction, self-help

"Sometimes our obedience to Jesus Christ costs others."

I know if you're a Christian, most of us can agree with that statement. Simply put following Jesus can cost us the lives of people who were once in our lives or often times keep people from truly getting to know us. Sometimes just the label of the term "Christian" is enough to steer people in the opposite direction. So just how do we keep on the path we are intended, while the world around us falls apart and points the fingers in our directi...more "Sometimes our obedience to Jesus Christ costs others."

I know if you're a Christian, most of us can agree with that statement. Simply put following Jesus can cost us the lives of people who were once in our lives or often times keep people from truly getting to know us. Sometimes just the label of the term "Christian" is enough to steer people in the opposite direction. So just how do we keep on the path we are intended, while the world around us falls apart and points the fingers in our direction often times?

Jesus said it Himself, that persecution would follow those of us that take us the cross and follow Him. He never promised that the path would be smooth and beautiful along the way there, but there would be a cost involved. Is it one you have considered taking? Is it one you have questioned whether the effort is truly worth it in the end?

In the book, Everything by Mary Demuth, she illustrates some of those changes believers face on their walk of trying to be the best we can in virtually everything we do as Christians. She writes this book as a fellow struggler who is learning that what we think about God matters, how we allow Him to reign in our hearts matters, and how we obey Him in the moment matters. It all matters. Everything. Author and speaker, Mary DeMuth has been abused, foreclosed, abandoned, and betrayed. She has been pressed and drained till it was too much and it was enough to bring her to surrender piece by piece. In this book, she illustrates how she did it and hopes to encourage you wherever you are at in your walk right now.

Each chapter in this book includes a timeless quote or scripture reference from the Bible, a personal story from Mary's life, how she incorporates that into the Christian walk and what the Bible has to say about that situation, along with some discussion questions to draw you deeper into your own personal study or perhaps in a small Bible study group. There are chapters dedicated to worry, healing, dealing with your own thoughts, money issues and growing as a Christian. There are countless pieces of wisdom contained with these pages and ones that you will want to capture, notate and highlight to help encourage you when the storms of life come calling.

I received Everything by Mary DeMuth compliments of Thomas Nelson Publishers and TLC Book Tours for my honest review. Even great running cars need a tune up every now and then to keep it in the best shape it can be and to help keep it running smooth. As a believer in Christ, I truly believe that books like this one, are designed to encourage us and keep us running smooth and to keep up in the best possible shape we can be in our personal walk of faith in Jesus Christ. I encourage you to pick up a copy of Mary's book today and even use it for personal study or more importantly in a small church group Bible Study! I personally rate this one a 4 out of 5 stars.(less)

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Nov 02, 2012 Alycia Morales rated it 5 of 5 stars Recommends it for: Everyone

Shelves: favorite-reads, non-fiction

If you follow me on Twitter, then you've noticed I keep tweeting about #everythingbook. This is because I am super excited to share with you that my favorite non-fiction book, Everything, by Mary DeMuth, is finally available for you to get your hands on and your hearts wrapped around! Forgive me if I start writing in exclamatory sentences!!! I'm really that excited about sharing this book with you!!!

Okay, I'll calm down now. But only so that you'll keep reading...

Everything is all about what you...more

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Oct 29, 2012 Pamela rated it 5 of 5 stars

I was inspired by Mary Demuth's transparency throughout this book. As a child she suffered unimaginable horrors and neglect. It was often difficult to even read some of her story. However, in this vulnerable state, Mary Demuth gained a lot of credibility in my eyes. From the depths of her life, she has created a book that points Christians back to Jesus. Through her pain, she reminds others to give "Everything" to Him.

This book could quite possibly change your life, especially if you are a Chris...more

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Oct 14, 2012 Laura Smith rated it 4 of 5 stars

Are you broken? Confused? Worried? In a destructive relationship? There is a way out – one beautiful amazing, glorious way out – trusting in Jesus enough to let Him become your EVERYTHING. Because when you let Him take over, let Him mend the cracks, let Him figure out the solutions, trust in Him enough not to worry about the outcomes, allow Him to love you and for the relationship with Him to be what fills your heart. Then there will be happiness, joy, comforting and peace. I promise.

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Oct 05, 2012 Ian rated it 3 of 5 stars

I've been grappling with writing this review for a few days now. I've been fortunate to be part of Mary's "Launch Team" for the book and so received an advance copy of the PDF. I've been blessed by participating in a closed group on FB with the other 100 or so members of that team.

I so wanted to be praising this book from the rooftops. All the other reviews (at present) are overwhelmingly positive which is fantastic. I worry that I've missed something significant.

But I must write what's in my he...more

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Nov 03, 2012 Tia Bach rated it 4 of 5 stars

In the journey to giving Jesus everything so that we may know the depth of his love, the author breaks the book down into three sections...

Head - What We Think
Heart - Who We Are
Hands - How We Live

Each section touched me. The author seemed to know me, but more than that, I think her honesty finds a similar place in all of us. The struggles she describes are struggles we all face in some way or another. Then, to strengthen each section, the author provides a list of questions for reflection and di...more

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Jan 24, 2013 Veronica rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: new-author-to-you, non-fiction

Mary DeMuth has been through the ringer. She knows what she's talking about when she points out that trials are to help us grow and that we need to surrender everything to God. In return, Jesus will become our everything. The first section asks us what we think about God and ourselves. The second section looks at our hearts. Have we let Jesus in to change our hearts or are we living with unforgiveness, control, or other things that impede our growth? The third section looks at our actions. How d...more

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Nov 02, 2012 Brandy Jeffus rated it 4 of 5 stars

This book has forever changed me. Mary DeMuth is raw, real and totally honest about her failures and how we can change to become the best we can be. This book isn't a sermon like the description says. Instead it is a step by step set up on how to evolve into the best Christian possible.

What I really enjoyed was Mary's style of writing. She's not one of those Christian authors that are 'holier than thou art', she's so surprisingly down to earth, you think you're reading something your best friend...more

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Oct 21, 2012 Donna McBroom-Theriot rated it 5 of 5 stars

I was so excited when I was notified of being on the Everything Launch Team. Mary DeMuth is such an astounding author. She reveals so much of herself in her books so that she can help others through the trials in their own lives. Mary has learned much through the trials in her own life and when she prays for you, she offers hope you didn’t have before.

She offers wisdom on being a child of God through her own personal stories. It is a book that you’ll bend the pages down to come back to, you will...more

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Oct 21, 2012 Maureen Timerman rated it 5 of 5 stars

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What a book to devour, and I've underlined a lot of it...sometimes twice!
Question? How do we know what God thinks? Gets your mind going!
Thank you Mary for this down to earth book, that makes you feel closer to God. I loved how you related the story of your daughter. How she asked Jesus into her heart and the evil voices stopped.
There are Eighteen Chapters that are divided into three sections: Head - What We Think, Heart - Who We Are, and Heads - How We Live. There is even an Epilogue: The Every...more

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Oct 21, 2012 Pilar rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: thomas-nelson

I received an advanced copy of "Everything" to review. I also had the privilege of endorsing this beautiful book.

I read this book on my week off from vacation back in July. God spoke to me that week through "Everything". I was beyond blessed.

While I was reading about Mary DeMuth's life and experiences. I was able to put myself in her shoes. At times, I even felt we lived parallel lives.

I laughed and cried throughout this book. "Everything" made me think; it convicted me as well as challenged my...more

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Oct 22, 2012 Amy Wisden rated it 5 of 5 stars

I thought I knew exactly what this book would be about. Having grown up a good girl in a denominational church my entire life long only to suffer tragic loss and betrayal as an adult (hence making my life one many would deem "ruined forever"), I've learned a gut-wrenching lesson or two about the difference between religion and relationship. I've just finished Everything, though, and I'm stunned. I'm not sure I can find a way to articulate just what this book did to me, but suffice it to say that...more

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Nov 05, 2012 Autum rated it 5 of 5 stars

I received the book Everything by Mary Demuth to review from Booksneeze.com. The author takes you on a journey on how to be a better christian. She does not just give scripture she gives views from her own experiences. She is taking the journey with you. She writes touching and startling moments when she learned to let go. To open herself to everything the lord has for her. Whether that be a lesson she needed to learn, or an obstacle she needed to overcome. It is a touching/revealing book that...more

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Oct 31, 2012 Sarah rated it 4 of 5 stars

What I Loved: Everything was a super insightful book, and a fast paced read, which delved into the surrender-everything life of Mary DeMuth. I really enjoyed reading about Mary's life story, her heart and of course gaining some wonderful wisdom from her own journey to declare Jesus her everything. The whole time I was reading through this book I kept on thinking two very distinct things: (1) God I so needed to hear these words today! (2) Um, I thought I was already living an everything-for-Jesus...more What I Loved: Everything was a super insightful book, and a fast paced read, which delved into the surrender-everything life of Mary DeMuth. I really enjoyed reading about Mary's life story, her heart and of course gaining some wonderful wisdom from her own journey to declare Jesus her everything. The whole time I was reading through this book I kept on thinking two very distinct things: (1) God I so needed to hear these words today! (2) Um, I thought I was already living an everything-for-Jesus kinda life in all areas of my life? Reading through Everything was like I was discovering how to live an all-out for Jesus life for the very first time alongside Mary DeMuth herself, over coffee. This book is also totally highlight-able, as in almost every other page in my copy of Everything is highlighted up. I absolutely can't wait to thumb back through this book over and over again!

The book itself is split into three different sections: head, heart and hands. And I loved this about the book, that it was divided in such a unique way, mainly because it really brought forth fresh new perspectives on how to get our heads, hearts and hands aligned just right so we can learn to live an everything-for-Jesus life in our everyday lives.

The chapters that really spoke to me, and even somewhat confronted me on how I'm not always fully living an "everything life," were the chapters on the six letter word {gospel} (ch. 2), worry (ch. 5), healing (ch. 10), being kind to yourself (ch. 12) and discipline (ch.18). Honestly, these were some of the most challenging, sucker-punch chapters, in my opinion, to my own self and my faith-walk.

For example, in the chapter on worry, we discover alongside Mary that worry can become an idol, a go-to mode that can control us if we let it. Worry can also cause us to lose belief in just how BIG our God really is. It's really all a faith and trust issue after all. And Mary DeMuth's Worry Wart Prayer that she includes in the book is such a wonderful resource. I'm so glad she included the prayer!

Everything's message is simple, really: Give Jesus EVERYTHING and gain EVERYTHING He offers.

What I Didn't Like So Much: There was nothing I didn't like, really. Honestly, I liked everything about Everything.

I'm Recommending This Book... If you are struggling to live your life for Christ in every single area, large or small in your life, then Everything: What You Give & What You Gain To Become Like Jesus is a wonderful place to learn how to start. Grab your Bible, a highlighter, a cup of coffee or tea and dive into Everything so you can learn alongside Mary DeMuth how you too can fully surrender to living a life like Jesus. You will gain something from reading this book, rest assured.
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Feb 09, 2013 Darren Sapp rated it 4 of 5 stars

The Christian living genre frequently produces books ripe with platitudes or comes across as a self-help book. Everything is free of those elements and presents a heartfelt look at our walk with Christ. DeMuth doesn’t shy away from her experiences, some of them tough to read, and most certainly difficult to write. This is a solid, biblical work worthy for devotional reading, accountability groups, or bible fellowships. These teachings appeal to men and women from the teen years and up. Jesus is...more

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Dec 21, 2012 Shelby rated it 5 of 5 stars

” The more you dare to obey , the more you experience God.” (Page 177) . I believe that this sentence greatly displays the theme and message of this book. If we truly desire to experience the effect, satisfaction, peace , and joy of being a sold-out follower of Christ we much totally surrender EVERY aspect of our lives to him. We must relinquish control and allow him to lead our lives.

Mary DeMuth honestly, yet humbly discusses this point in her book. She does not claim to provide steps towards p...more

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Mar 08, 2013 Lyndie Blevins rated it 5 of 5 stars Recommends it for: anyone seeking spiritual growth

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I was attracted to this book because...

I’ve found anything written by Mary DeMuth will be intriguing and challenge my thinking. I was also intrigued by the concept of Jesus being my everything.

This book was about...

Mary DeMuth uses experiences from her life to develop the concept of what it means for Jesus to become our ‘everything.‘ Most of us understand Jesus should be our everything and we even say it out loud, “...more

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Nov 14, 2012 Lisa rated it 5 of 5 stars

Mary DeMuth's heart is authentic and beautiful in Everything.

God became her Everything even through trials and she encourages readers to do the same.

I was challenged by the chapter about being kind to yourself and not worrying about money. The chapter Holy Inebriation is so unique and made me think deeply about being full of the Spirit of Christ.

Mary is the real deal and her words inspire.

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Oct 22, 2012 Robert Cornwall rated it 3 of 5 stars

Shelves: christian, spirituality

This is a nice evangelical book, with Pentecostal tints. The author has an interesting story of growing up in a dysfunctional, abusive family, but finding healing in Christ. If you're on the liberal side of the line, you'll probably not like it. If you're evangelical you might.

The Title describes the book -- her belief that we will have more abundant and grace filled lives if we give everything to Jesus.

I'll post a fuller review as part of the TLC Book Tour in November (2012).

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Jan 09, 2013 Jenny Rose rated it 4 of 5 stars

Having grown up in church, I have been handed many a “How to be a better Christian” type books. I’ve read a few. However, this is not a step-by-step book. DeMuth does not try to be THE expert. She writes from her personal experience—what has worked for her and what hasn’t. She writes from observations of Christians she has admired through her life.

It is a relatively short book, yet even as a voracious reader, DeMuth’s words made me read slowly and think. I wouldn’t say this book completely trans...more

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Jul 30, 2012 Shannon Milholland rated it 5 of 5 stars

Are you tired of a try-hard life? Do you want Jesus to be your everything but just don't know how? This upcoming book by Mary DeMuth calls your heart to know Him intimately with your head, heart and hands and live radically - like He actually is our everything.

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Oct 15, 2012 Deanna Albrecht rated it 5 of 5 stars

Everything is packed full of truth, deep truth - and Mary found a way to say it simply, for everyone. While some books are written more for the new or mature follower, this book is for ALL Christians who want to know how to become more like Jesus.

18 Chapters are divided into 3 sections: Head-What We Think; Heart-Who We Are; Hands-How We Live

I've highlighted my copy like crazy, and one of my favorite chapters is - Become Irresistible - letting ourselves being drawn and refreshed by the irresisti...more

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Aug 04, 2012 Renee rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: devotional

I'm on Mary DeMuth's Launch Team for this book and just finished reading an electronic copy. I'll be posting about it in the days ahead. At this point, my recommendation is--- Put Everything on your wish list!

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Oct 27, 2012 Melissa Norris rated it 5 of 5 stars

This book helped save my marriage and released me from a grudge I'd been holding towards my husband for almost thirteen years. If you're looking for healing and a chance to grow closer to Jesus, than this is your book.

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Jan 12, 2013 Keri rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: read-again

I chose this book because of its curious title. My book is marked up with comments and thoughts. This book is definitely one I'll be coming back to again and again because it really made me think about my life and what it will take for me to truly grow as a person. The answer: to surrender EVERYTHING to Christ. Sounds simple but for a type-A person like me, control is so hard to relinquish. A great book that I highly recommend, especially to other control freaks.

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Aug 29, 2012 Lindsey Bell rated it 5 of 5 stars

This book challenged me in so many ways. More than anything else, it helped me let go of my need for control and learn to give God EVERYTHING:)

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Dec 31, 2012 Emily rated it 5 of 5 stars

Shelves: compass

What a great book! I could see this book becoming an annual read. My faith and life were so encouraged by DeMuth's honest writing.

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Mary E. DeMuth loves to help readers turn their trials into triumphs. Her books include Ordinary Mom, Extraordinary God (Harvest House, 2005), Building the Christian Family You Never Had (WaterBrook, 2006), Watching the Tree Limbs, Wishing on Dandelions (NavPress, 2006), and Authentic Parenting in a Postmodern Culture (Harvest House 2007). A mother of three, Mary lives with her husband Patrick and...more

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