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Refresh: Spiritual Nourishment for Parents of Children with Special Needs
More than one-fifth of US households with children have at least one child with special needs. Raising a child with special needs is spiritually, emotionally, mentally, and physically challenging. Parents need encouragement to restore hope and a passion for God in their lives -but the realities of having to be parent, nurse, therapist, and caregiver make it difficult to find the time or initiative to seek encouragement.
Packed with encouragement from parents who understand this complicated balancing act, Refresh is designed to provide just what these parents need. The devotional guides parents to spiritual truths that can be applied to the demands they face every day. It offers perspective and hope through the varying stages and phases families experience, from diagnosis to loss and grief.
Each day's devotional includes a reading from Scripture, as well as stories and testimonies from parents who intimately know the struggle readers face. Their children represent a wide range of special needs, including autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, genetic disorders, chronic illness, and more. Drew and Green show how the truths of God's Word are relevant, regardless of the diagnosis. Their devotional illuminates the unique lessons and perspectives to be gained as a result of raising a child with special needs.
Insightful and powerful, Refresh will help weary parents grow spiritual roots and turn toward the Light that never fades.
Packed with encouragement from parents who understand this complicated balancing act, Refresh is designed to provide just what these parents need. The devotional guides parents to spiritual truths that can be applied to the demands they face every day. It offers perspective and hope through the varying stages and phases families experience, from diagnosis to loss and grief.
Each day's devotional includes a reading from Scripture, as well as stories and testimonies from parents who intimately know the struggle readers face. Their children represent a wide range of special needs, including autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, genetic disorders, chronic illness, and more. Drew and Green show how the truths of God's Word are relevant, regardless of the diagnosis. Their devotional illuminates the unique lessons and perspectives to be gained as a result of raising a child with special needs.
Insightful and powerful, Refresh will help weary parents grow spiritual roots and turn toward the Light that never fades.
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Published September 27, 2016
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September 30, 2016
“Any way that we can grab on to Scripture will keep our minds in a place to receive the peace of God. Turning things over to God releases us from the strain of trying to control them ourselves.” (154)
Anyone who dreams about having children has dreams about what those children will be like; their personalities, possible careers, looks, and even the people they might marry and kids they might have. Every parent who dreams of what their children might be like does not prepare themselves for the ‘what if’ thoughts; what if they are not like me, what if they don’t get married, what if they don’t get a high paying job, and what if they aren’t born healthy? Even parents who have children through adoption, and know their child will have one or more complications, do not adequately prepare themselves for the what if’s that can come.
And then when they come what do you do? What does a parent do when their dreams for their children are shattered by the unimagined what if’s of reality? Even parents who adopt a child with mild or severe disabilities are met with surprises that were unknown to their caretakers or even hidden by them in an effort to keep them from having less of a chance of being adopted. Where can, better, where should, parents with children who have special needs turn when their dreams melt away to the what if’s they never dreamed of?
Mothers Kimberly M. Drew and Jocelyn Green know firsthand what life is like with children of special needs. Together they have written Refresh: Spiritual Nourishment for Parents of Children with Special Needs (Kregel, 2016). As if being a parent were not hard enough, raising children with special needs brings with it additional challenges that are often overwhelming, perplexing, exhausting, and a whole other range of emotions.
As a parent who has two children with special needs I, along with my wife, live daily with the unique challenges they bring. There are good days and there are bad days. There are one-step-forward days followed by what can seem like several two-step-backward days. There is mental, emotional, and physical exhaustion, frustration, worry, anger, guilt, and everything else you can imagine running through your mind and bleeding out of you.
But in the midst of all of the unknowns, variables, changes, and disappointments there is the constant reminder that God, like he was with Job, is right there with me in the midst of it all, waiting to speak to me once again through his revealed word, Scripture. This is where Refresh is so powerfully refreshing. Weaving each daily devotional with the testimony of a different parent with a child with special needs, the authors powerfully show how the truths of Scripture truly speak into the hardest, rawest, and darkest parts of our lives while raising children with special needs.
The message of these devotionals are deeply rooted in Scripture with a focus on Christ and the ongoing power and work of the gospel in our lives. There are not pat answers, no dodging the hard realities of this life, and no false promises. The authors, who live these realities themselves, fully acknowledge the hardships this kind of parenting brings. But they equally acknowledge the help, joy, and healing that is found in Christ through knowledge of Scripture.
Refresh is a book every single parent who has a child with special needs should have. If you know someone who has a child with special needs buy them this book. It will walk you through the various stages and seasons of parenting children with special needs and show how God, in Christ, through the work of the Holy Spirit, is there to meet you at your every point of need.
I received this book for free from Kregel for this review. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”
Anyone who dreams about having children has dreams about what those children will be like; their personalities, possible careers, looks, and even the people they might marry and kids they might have. Every parent who dreams of what their children might be like does not prepare themselves for the ‘what if’ thoughts; what if they are not like me, what if they don’t get married, what if they don’t get a high paying job, and what if they aren’t born healthy? Even parents who have children through adoption, and know their child will have one or more complications, do not adequately prepare themselves for the what if’s that can come.
And then when they come what do you do? What does a parent do when their dreams for their children are shattered by the unimagined what if’s of reality? Even parents who adopt a child with mild or severe disabilities are met with surprises that were unknown to their caretakers or even hidden by them in an effort to keep them from having less of a chance of being adopted. Where can, better, where should, parents with children who have special needs turn when their dreams melt away to the what if’s they never dreamed of?
Mothers Kimberly M. Drew and Jocelyn Green know firsthand what life is like with children of special needs. Together they have written Refresh: Spiritual Nourishment for Parents of Children with Special Needs (Kregel, 2016). As if being a parent were not hard enough, raising children with special needs brings with it additional challenges that are often overwhelming, perplexing, exhausting, and a whole other range of emotions.
As a parent who has two children with special needs I, along with my wife, live daily with the unique challenges they bring. There are good days and there are bad days. There are one-step-forward days followed by what can seem like several two-step-backward days. There is mental, emotional, and physical exhaustion, frustration, worry, anger, guilt, and everything else you can imagine running through your mind and bleeding out of you.
But in the midst of all of the unknowns, variables, changes, and disappointments there is the constant reminder that God, like he was with Job, is right there with me in the midst of it all, waiting to speak to me once again through his revealed word, Scripture. This is where Refresh is so powerfully refreshing. Weaving each daily devotional with the testimony of a different parent with a child with special needs, the authors powerfully show how the truths of Scripture truly speak into the hardest, rawest, and darkest parts of our lives while raising children with special needs.
The message of these devotionals are deeply rooted in Scripture with a focus on Christ and the ongoing power and work of the gospel in our lives. There are not pat answers, no dodging the hard realities of this life, and no false promises. The authors, who live these realities themselves, fully acknowledge the hardships this kind of parenting brings. But they equally acknowledge the help, joy, and healing that is found in Christ through knowledge of Scripture.
Refresh is a book every single parent who has a child with special needs should have. If you know someone who has a child with special needs buy them this book. It will walk you through the various stages and seasons of parenting children with special needs and show how God, in Christ, through the work of the Holy Spirit, is there to meet you at your every point of need.
I received this book for free from Kregel for this review. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”
December 31, 2019
"More than one-fifth of US households with children have at least one child with special needs."
I was a bit shocked when I read this. I did not realize how many families have a child with special needs. I guess our family is even more special because I have two kids and both have special needs and I never expected in a million years that God would choose me to raise not one, but two special needs kids.
Being a parent to a special needs child is challenging and exhausting. Not only physically, but emotionally, mentally, and even spiritually. In-between being mom, therapist, caregiver, and nurse, there's little time for anything else. But as a parent and a person, I need what everyone else does too... friendship, encouragement, inspiration, and a connection. That's why on this journey it's so important to continue to pursue a relationship with God, our Creator. We need that connection and relationship. We need to find hope and encouragement in His Word and that's why authors Kimberly Drew and Jocelyn Green wrote this devotional book.
I love this devotional because it is written by and filled with encouragement and stories from real special needs parents that were interviewed before the book was even written. I can relate to so many of the devotionals and stories as a special needs parent and it's nice to feel like I'm not alone when reading along. It's hard for other parents to understand what we're going through, but none of this is a surprise to God. We only need to rely on Him to continue on.
The devotionals are short but include a reading from Scripture as well as a few questions and thoughts to reflect on at the end. Because these are based on the stories and testimonies from parents of special needs children, the book offers a wide range of encouragement no matter what special needs your child may have. Some of these special needs include cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, genetic disorders, chronic illness, and more.
Whether you are just starting to go through the grieving process of getting a diagnosis, or if you've been on this journey for years, Refresh will help strengthen and prepare you for what's ahead and let you know you're not alone.
I was a bit shocked when I read this. I did not realize how many families have a child with special needs. I guess our family is even more special because I have two kids and both have special needs and I never expected in a million years that God would choose me to raise not one, but two special needs kids.
Being a parent to a special needs child is challenging and exhausting. Not only physically, but emotionally, mentally, and even spiritually. In-between being mom, therapist, caregiver, and nurse, there's little time for anything else. But as a parent and a person, I need what everyone else does too... friendship, encouragement, inspiration, and a connection. That's why on this journey it's so important to continue to pursue a relationship with God, our Creator. We need that connection and relationship. We need to find hope and encouragement in His Word and that's why authors Kimberly Drew and Jocelyn Green wrote this devotional book.
I love this devotional because it is written by and filled with encouragement and stories from real special needs parents that were interviewed before the book was even written. I can relate to so many of the devotionals and stories as a special needs parent and it's nice to feel like I'm not alone when reading along. It's hard for other parents to understand what we're going through, but none of this is a surprise to God. We only need to rely on Him to continue on.
The devotionals are short but include a reading from Scripture as well as a few questions and thoughts to reflect on at the end. Because these are based on the stories and testimonies from parents of special needs children, the book offers a wide range of encouragement no matter what special needs your child may have. Some of these special needs include cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, genetic disorders, chronic illness, and more.
Whether you are just starting to go through the grieving process of getting a diagnosis, or if you've been on this journey for years, Refresh will help strengthen and prepare you for what's ahead and let you know you're not alone.
July 6, 2017
Refreshing
As a parent to a special needs child, this book brought so much comfort and healing to my emotions. The Digging Deeper questions were exactly what I needed. And the spiritual insight was very uplifting. I highly recommend this to any parent, grandparent or anyone else who has a special-needs person in their life.
As a parent to a special needs child, this book brought so much comfort and healing to my emotions. The Digging Deeper questions were exactly what I needed. And the spiritual insight was very uplifting. I highly recommend this to any parent, grandparent or anyone else who has a special-needs person in their life.
September 2, 2019
I don't red many books over again. This one holds a special place in my heart because it resonates with my struggle bringing up a special needs child. Highly recommend for anyone who is in the struggle of caring for a special needs person
May 15, 2019
Wonderful, helpful, real-life devotionals/stories that DEFINITELY encouraged me regarding my special needs son, and so many other things.
November 9, 2016
I was blessed to review this book. It's a devotional for parents of Children with Special Needs. My first comment is that most parents have children with special needs (gifted, learning disabled, adhd, behavior concerns, dyslexia) but this is geared to parents who have children with demanding, time consuming special needs that require a lot of parent support daily (1/5 of all parents). The authors were thinking cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, genetic disorders, chronic illness, etc. I would definitely add this is a book for parents of children from hard places (trauma, RAD, adoption, foster, mental health issues, ....). We are parenting such a child, and this book is a gift to me. One of the reviewers, Janet Thompson, printed in the book calls the book "a life-line of hope." And it is.
Here's what I appreciated most about the book:
Rich Scriptural connections, this is founded in the Word of God, truth statements for all believers.
Format:
Table of Contents with 8 Section Themes, each devotional titled
Stories from parents of children with many different special needs, including bloggers I was familiar with, and adopted parents.
Brings perspective that is relate-able to all parents, no matter the special need.
The intro explains how this book is to 'pour hope and courage back into you.'
Two authors, so different tones in the narration. (Jocelyn and Kimberly)
Each devotional contains:
title, author, and a KEY verse.
a personal narrative that shares a story of struggle, dedication, consuming parenting, ....
more scripture
an italics potential application/prayer
Digging Deeper, 3 questions that are higher level thinking, and help you connect your experience with the promises from God's Word.
Digging Deeper really approaches the layers of feelings, thoughts, beliefs, and perhaps our actions/responses in the struggle or joys of parenting. It really helps the reader process and internalize how he/she might feel and empathize with the experience of another.
Stories are integrated with thinking and what the Word of God says to help empower parents, give insight to daily living, and help us know that we are not alone in the struggle, and to help us take care of ourselves, or have a moment of respite in life.
Theologically accurate, it acknowledges the struggle inside of us, our fear, seeking truth/faith, role of sin and the need for nourishment, growth, pruning, bearing fruit, and branching out. Good analogies for the Christian life.
Short, sweet, to the point. Even parents who don't like reading, could easily read these short thoughts and find promises to build their day on.
It's affordable on the kindle: $1.99. It's worth a whole lot more!
This book I've kept in the van, and picked up while I wait for kids at school, at the doctors, etc. It's a great perspective change, and really does Refresh me. I'd recommend that local churches who aren't sure how to help parents with special needs kids, gift this book to those parents, and ask their leaders to read this book, and learn how life might look in homes where children's needs restructure everything. It might help those who want to help, but don't know where to start, to have an understanding of daily life, and give ways to pray, support, and sympathize with parents who life this way for decades. It certainly will encourage parents who are struggling.
Honored to be on the Kregel Book Blog Tour all opinions are my own.
Here's what I appreciated most about the book:
Rich Scriptural connections, this is founded in the Word of God, truth statements for all believers.
Format:
Table of Contents with 8 Section Themes, each devotional titled
Stories from parents of children with many different special needs, including bloggers I was familiar with, and adopted parents.
Brings perspective that is relate-able to all parents, no matter the special need.
The intro explains how this book is to 'pour hope and courage back into you.'
Two authors, so different tones in the narration. (Jocelyn and Kimberly)
Each devotional contains:
title, author, and a KEY verse.
a personal narrative that shares a story of struggle, dedication, consuming parenting, ....
more scripture
an italics potential application/prayer
Digging Deeper, 3 questions that are higher level thinking, and help you connect your experience with the promises from God's Word.
Digging Deeper really approaches the layers of feelings, thoughts, beliefs, and perhaps our actions/responses in the struggle or joys of parenting. It really helps the reader process and internalize how he/she might feel and empathize with the experience of another.
Stories are integrated with thinking and what the Word of God says to help empower parents, give insight to daily living, and help us know that we are not alone in the struggle, and to help us take care of ourselves, or have a moment of respite in life.
Theologically accurate, it acknowledges the struggle inside of us, our fear, seeking truth/faith, role of sin and the need for nourishment, growth, pruning, bearing fruit, and branching out. Good analogies for the Christian life.
Short, sweet, to the point. Even parents who don't like reading, could easily read these short thoughts and find promises to build their day on.
It's affordable on the kindle: $1.99. It's worth a whole lot more!
This book I've kept in the van, and picked up while I wait for kids at school, at the doctors, etc. It's a great perspective change, and really does Refresh me. I'd recommend that local churches who aren't sure how to help parents with special needs kids, gift this book to those parents, and ask their leaders to read this book, and learn how life might look in homes where children's needs restructure everything. It might help those who want to help, but don't know where to start, to have an understanding of daily life, and give ways to pray, support, and sympathize with parents who life this way for decades. It certainly will encourage parents who are struggling.
Honored to be on the Kregel Book Blog Tour all opinions are my own.
November 12, 2016
In recent years, I have been encouraged to see the church growing in its awareness of problems previously swept under the rug or ignored altogether. Families with special needs children, I believe, have fit into that category. Growing up with a severely autistic brother made me painfully aware that many within the church have no idea how to encourage these struggling families. It has never been that no one cared, it’s just that no one knew how to handle it. It was awkward. What do you even say? How could you really help? It’s been my joy to see that beginning to change.
Refresh: Spiritual Nourishment for Parents of Children with Special Needs is a daily devotional that will be a benefit to people you know. I wasn’t sure what to think when I first signed up to review this book. Sometimes books of this nature can just be corny – filled with happy thoughts twisted away from simplistic understandings of commonly misapplied Scripture. I am overjoyed to say that is not the case with this book. The authors use Scripture to encourage the soul, rebuke sin, and point weary parents to the Cross of Jesus – just what a devotional ought to do. Frequent quotations from authors I trust such Gillian Marchenko and Ellen Stumbo give this book an extra dose of weight and credibility in my mind.
What families with special needs children are going to see as they open this book is much they can identify with. Page after page will detail stories, events, feelings and admissions that you will shout a hearty “amen” at. This book is intensely relatable. At the same time, this book will speak truth to your life, even when you may be tempted to wallow in self-pity. Yet, they will not leave you down as they encourage you with the Word and the knowledge that others are traveling this road with you. This book would serve as a good, daily dose of inspiration that will help you through the day.
Yet, this book would also benefit the friends, loved ones and pastors of families with children with special needs. There’s much that just goes uncommunicated. That’s by design. Many parents in this situation find themselves frustrated and even embarrassed. There’s much they just don’t want to say, but wish you could know. This book will guide you into a world you never knew existed. It will give you insight into how to minister and love more effectively. This book would be well worth the cost just for that alone.
Purchase the book for yourself here.
Disclaimer: This book was provided by the publisher for review. I was under no obligation to offer a favorable review.
Refresh: Spiritual Nourishment for Parents of Children with Special Needs is a daily devotional that will be a benefit to people you know. I wasn’t sure what to think when I first signed up to review this book. Sometimes books of this nature can just be corny – filled with happy thoughts twisted away from simplistic understandings of commonly misapplied Scripture. I am overjoyed to say that is not the case with this book. The authors use Scripture to encourage the soul, rebuke sin, and point weary parents to the Cross of Jesus – just what a devotional ought to do. Frequent quotations from authors I trust such Gillian Marchenko and Ellen Stumbo give this book an extra dose of weight and credibility in my mind.
What families with special needs children are going to see as they open this book is much they can identify with. Page after page will detail stories, events, feelings and admissions that you will shout a hearty “amen” at. This book is intensely relatable. At the same time, this book will speak truth to your life, even when you may be tempted to wallow in self-pity. Yet, they will not leave you down as they encourage you with the Word and the knowledge that others are traveling this road with you. This book would serve as a good, daily dose of inspiration that will help you through the day.
Yet, this book would also benefit the friends, loved ones and pastors of families with children with special needs. There’s much that just goes uncommunicated. That’s by design. Many parents in this situation find themselves frustrated and even embarrassed. There’s much they just don’t want to say, but wish you could know. This book will guide you into a world you never knew existed. It will give you insight into how to minister and love more effectively. This book would be well worth the cost just for that alone.
Purchase the book for yourself here.
Disclaimer: This book was provided by the publisher for review. I was under no obligation to offer a favorable review.
February 25, 2017
Very well done!
November 9, 2016
`Refresh` is a Christian Life Devotional written by Kimberly M. Drew and Jocelyn Green. Kimberly is a pastor's wife and elementary school teacher. Jocelyn is is an award-winning author of fiction and non-fiction.
The title suggests relaxation from daily life for both the parent and the child. I can imagine diving into the water and coming up refreshed and relaxed. The introduction reads, "There are many books out there on how to raise special children. This book is about raising up the parents."
The contents are divided into eight segments: (1) Uprooted: When Life's Landscape Changes, (2) Sowing Seeds: Cultivating Truth and Faith, (3) Pulling Weeds: Digging Out That Which Entangles, (4) Parched: When Hope Withers, (5) Drenched: Nourishing the Soul, (6) Sunlit: Turning Toward the Sun, (7) Pruned: When Pain Produces Fruit, (8) Branching Out:Touching Others Lives' Through the Journey.
The authors' style is suitable for the intended audience. After each devotional is a prayer and 3 questions which would make this book great for a small group study, even one or two people. You don't want the group too big because every participant needs to have time to share. Journaling your thoughts is encouraged. Kimberly and Jocelyn divide the devotionals among one another. The "Digging Deeper" questions are important to journal so you can understand your feelings.
I suggest parents of special needs children read this book because as it seeks out to refresh the parent it also brings the parent to Christ.
Disclaimer: "I was provided a free copy of this book. All opinions are my own."
The title suggests relaxation from daily life for both the parent and the child. I can imagine diving into the water and coming up refreshed and relaxed. The introduction reads, "There are many books out there on how to raise special children. This book is about raising up the parents."
The contents are divided into eight segments: (1) Uprooted: When Life's Landscape Changes, (2) Sowing Seeds: Cultivating Truth and Faith, (3) Pulling Weeds: Digging Out That Which Entangles, (4) Parched: When Hope Withers, (5) Drenched: Nourishing the Soul, (6) Sunlit: Turning Toward the Sun, (7) Pruned: When Pain Produces Fruit, (8) Branching Out:Touching Others Lives' Through the Journey.
The authors' style is suitable for the intended audience. After each devotional is a prayer and 3 questions which would make this book great for a small group study, even one or two people. You don't want the group too big because every participant needs to have time to share. Journaling your thoughts is encouraged. Kimberly and Jocelyn divide the devotionals among one another. The "Digging Deeper" questions are important to journal so you can understand your feelings.
I suggest parents of special needs children read this book because as it seeks out to refresh the parent it also brings the parent to Christ.
Disclaimer: "I was provided a free copy of this book. All opinions are my own."
November 8, 2016
This book is aptly titled, for it will indeed Refresh parents of children with special needs. I love the devotional format and the anecdotes and testimonies from Kimberly Drew and other parents who share their experiences, struggles, and challenges. Drew and Green present Biblical truth and encouragement, giving hope and strength to weary parents. Each devotional ends with a prayer and a few practical questions that give the reader ways to apply that day's discussion. Refresh is an instantaneous, 24/7 support group that can sit on a bedside table--or anywhere it is needed! Most importantly, parents will be introduced to Jesus, or reminded of his presence on their journey. I recommend this book not only for those who parent these special children but for their friends, as the insights will equip others to come alongside in support. I also suggest Refresh as an excellent resource for children's ministers and churches. Give one or several as gifts this season!
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received a copy of this book free from Kregel Publications for a blog tour. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received a copy of this book free from Kregel Publications for a blog tour. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”
November 13, 2016
This book is aptly titled, for it will indeed Refresh parents of children with special needs. I love the devotional format and the anecdotes and testimonies from Kimberly Drew and other parents who share their experiences, struggles, and challenges. Drew and Green present Biblical truth and encouragement, giving hope and strength to weary parents. Each devotional ends with a prayer and a few practical questions that give the reader ways to apply that day's discussion. Refresh is an instantaneous, 24/7 support group that can sit on a bedside table--or anywhere it is needed! Most importantly, parents will be introduced to Jesus, or reminded of his presence on their journey. I recommend this book not only for those who parent these special children but for their friends, as the insights will equip others to come alongside in support. I also suggest Refresh as an excellent resource for children's ministers and churches. Give one or several as gifts this season!
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received a copy of this book free from Kregel Publications for a blog tour. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received a copy of this book free from Kregel Publications for a blog tour. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”
October 31, 2016
I don't have a child with special needs, but I have a number of friends who do. I picked up Refresh because I wanted to know how to pray for them, and to understand their journeys better. Each devotional includes a piece of a family's journey through special needs with encouragement from Scripture. I sat down to read one devotional and ended up reading 10. I was captivated by the authentic sharing of stories and challenged by the teaching of Scripture.
Green and Drew, through their own stories and interviews with dozens of special needs parents, have created a thorough look into the spiritual life of families with special needs. Starting with diagnosis and through the lifelong journey of health concerns and accompanying loneliness, heartache, frustration, and faith challenges, Refresh offers a deep nourishment for weary families and caretakers that can only come from the work of God's Spirit through Scripture. Each devotional includes a story, a connection to Scripture, a prayer, and questions to dig deeper. If you or someone you love cares for a special needs child of any age, pick up a copy of Refresh.
Green and Drew, through their own stories and interviews with dozens of special needs parents, have created a thorough look into the spiritual life of families with special needs. Starting with diagnosis and through the lifelong journey of health concerns and accompanying loneliness, heartache, frustration, and faith challenges, Refresh offers a deep nourishment for weary families and caretakers that can only come from the work of God's Spirit through Scripture. Each devotional includes a story, a connection to Scripture, a prayer, and questions to dig deeper. If you or someone you love cares for a special needs child of any age, pick up a copy of Refresh.
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