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Motherhood is hard. In a world of five-step lists and silver-bullet solutions to become perfect parents, mothers are burdened with mixed messages about who they are and what choices they should make. If you feel pulled between high-fives and hard words, with culture’s solutions only raising more questions, you’re not alone.
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Had some good reminders, but on the whole, this was a pretty mediocre book on mothering within a Biblical/Christian context.
PROS:
-Content was Biblical, almost to the point of feeling like rehearsing Sunday School answers, but still... being solidly Biblical beats a lot of pop "Christian" books.
-Format (Creation, Fall, Redemption, Consummation) was novel.
-While each chapter opened with an example from the author's life, the book avoids excessive story-telling about the authors' lives.
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PROS:
-Content was Biblical, almost to the point of feeling like rehearsing Sunday School answers, but still... being solidly Biblical beats a lot of pop "Christian" books.
-Format (Creation, Fall, Redemption, Consummation) was novel.
-While each chapter opened with an example from the author's life, the book avoids excessive story-telling about the authors' lives.
CONS:
-This ...more
A fantastic book. There is no book that can replace the truth of the Bible, and I am so grateful that this one doesn't even try. Instead, it turns you to look into the Bible for the hope and truth we need. One of my favorite things about this book, is it doesn't matter what "level" Christian you are. Its truth that apply to us in the day-to-day, whether you're new to faith or old to faith. Its an easy to read, doesn't repeat itself (you know those books that say the one thing, and then just reit
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"But deep down we still have this lurking feeling that we're missing the mark, and we don't know how to cope with it. So we joke and eye roll about our child's behavior. We post our mom-fails to social media. We let the mess by messy without bothering to clean it up. We tease the moms who seem more balanced or accomplished. When in doubt, we carve out more "me time" or escape into exercise, food, work, or social media. We lower the bar until our guilt is quieted." (16)
For every mom who has ever ...more
For every mom who has ever ...more
This is a fantastic book! If you only read one book on mothering ever let it be this! It’s non judgmental and rooted firmly in scripture: you will learn not someone else’s views on parenting but how to use scripture to establish your own opinions and practices in mothering. You will laugh and cry along with Laura and Emily but most of all they will point you to Jesus and you will leave this book seeking more of Him.
Excellent read! I cried throughout the book. So much truth. And so much encouragement. I will be recommending this to all my sisters and mom friends.
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Risen Motherhood by Emily Jensen and Laura Wifler is written as if you are having a discussion with your best friend. A conversation about life, love, parenthood, and how your relationship with God fits into all of the above and more.
Often times in motherhood, the journey can be lonely. The questions of “What is the purpose?” and “Will this never end?” are just a couple that cross through a busy mom’s mind as she is working day in and day out to take care of her family, f ...more
Risen Motherhood by Emily Jensen and Laura Wifler is written as if you are having a discussion with your best friend. A conversation about life, love, parenthood, and how your relationship with God fits into all of the above and more.
Often times in motherhood, the journey can be lonely. The questions of “What is the purpose?” and “Will this never end?” are just a couple that cross through a busy mom’s mind as she is working day in and day out to take care of her family, f ...more
Yes, yes, exactly and Amen! Gosh I love a book that focuses on the Gospel. This will be perennial reread for me because there is much to think about and digest even in short easy to read chapters.
I appreciate how this book points you back to the gospel and Jesus as our only source of strength, hope and joy during the many seasons and issues that Motherhood brings. I especially enjoyed the chapters on self care and Bible study.
I have listened faithfully to the Risen Motherhood podcast for the last two years, and it has been an incredible encouragement and resource in my life as a mom, and my life in general. This book delivers more of what the podcast does so well. It is faithful to Scripture and points readers to Christ by framing so many common issues in motherhood with the gospel. I know I’ll return to this book again and again because of the complexities and nuances it offers on topics both small and large. God ha
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This was a wonderful book tying the gospel to motherhood in all the moments. This book was really well done and I would have adored this book ten years ago when I was starting out in my motherhood journey. While it was still encouraging to me to be reminded of these foundational truths, it missed the mark a little for me now that my kids are older and I've been so well discipled in these truths by my own dear mentors in my local church. I will absolutely recommend and purchase this book for youn
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My excitement to read this book began the moment I heard about it. I’m not yet a mother, but I often cite the Risen Motherhood podcast (and now the book!) as one of the most helpful tools God has used to help me understand how the gospel applies not only to our eternal destiny or church on Sundays, but to every moment of every day—and why that’s a joyous, hope-filled thing for us! As I read this book, I found myself eagerly highlighting and excitedly sharing parts with my husband as the truth an
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At first my response was, "oh great, another Mom/parenting book" but boy was I wrong. This book was so much more! Encouraging, convicting, full of good gospel truth and more! My heart is full!
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Such wonderful exposition of the gospel applied to different aspects of motherhood. Asking my husband to read it because it can so easily be applied to “parenthood” and dads need it too!
Loved every bit of this book! It reminded me so much of their podcast, which I also love. I would encourage any mom to read this book. It’s full of practical advice, biblical wisdom, and encouragement. 5 stars!
This book is amazing!! I have thoroughly enjoyed learning from Emily and Laura through their podcast and was super stoked when I heard they had a book coming out. Now that I have read it, I have recommended it to so many people, whether they are in the season of motherhood or not. It is not just another self-help book to get us through motherhood (or life in general) but truly gives us hope and helps us to see the beauty of the gospel and Jesus in everyday life.
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Looking through the lens of creati ...more
I hate to be the minority vote, but I did not love this book.
I often felt discouraged and "defeated" by the implications and conclusions that tend to focus on our inability, inadequacy, etc. as a result of the Fall. There is always the juxtaposition of the hope of the Gospel and Christ's power, sufficiency, etc. (true, of course). But there is little nuance, and often a sense of skepticism (even shaming at times), for the mom(s) who may aspire to higher ideals, higher expectations, etc., let al ...more
I often felt discouraged and "defeated" by the implications and conclusions that tend to focus on our inability, inadequacy, etc. as a result of the Fall. There is always the juxtaposition of the hope of the Gospel and Christ's power, sufficiency, etc. (true, of course). But there is little nuance, and often a sense of skepticism (even shaming at times), for the mom(s) who may aspire to higher ideals, higher expectations, etc., let al ...more
Rarely does a book make me tear up in the introduction, but I just felt so encouraged and understood reading this book. I love how Emily and Laura walk us through applying the Gospel to everyday moments of motherhood in such a real way. When I first started listening to their podcast, I wished there was a little more practical advice, but I've come to appreciate the fact that Risen Motherhood doesn't try to push out more self-help. Our situations are all so different, but our foundation is Chris
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I loved this book. Earlier this year I read Jaquelle Crowe’s, “This Changes Everything: How the Gospel Transforms the Teen Years.” What Jaquelle offered to teens is what Laura and Emily offer to moms - a look at how the gospel can, does, and should permeate every aspect of our lives. I especially loved the chapters on marriages, food choices, Christian community, and service. Emily and Laura both challenge and encourage moms to truly “walk in a manner worthy of the Lord” (Colossians 1:10) as the
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3.5
This is definitely one of the better books of this genre I've read, and it was an excellent choice for a (virtual) book club pick for Christian moms due to its format. Each chapter is designed around a different topic related to motherhood, like community, traditions, body image, etc. While the layout got a bit repetitive (Author presents the issue with a story from their lives, author shows how that issue relates to Gospel, author gives encouragement) it was nice to have a concrete subject t ...more
This is definitely one of the better books of this genre I've read, and it was an excellent choice for a (virtual) book club pick for Christian moms due to its format. Each chapter is designed around a different topic related to motherhood, like community, traditions, body image, etc. While the layout got a bit repetitive (Author presents the issue with a story from their lives, author shows how that issue relates to Gospel, author gives encouragement) it was nice to have a concrete subject t ...more
“It might be mundane to fold laundry, but it’s extraordinary to do it patiently with joy and a heart of love. It might be mundane to sit on the couch and read another book to a whiny four-year-old, but it’s extraordinary to show kindness and mercy to an undeserving sinner. It might be mundane to fill the fridge with groceries, but it’s extraordinary to praise God for His provision. Our everyday moments might be ordinary, but when we accomplish them while displaying the fruit of the Spirit, they ...more
My thoughts about Risen Motherhood are basically the same as the podcast. While presenting great truth about the gospel and seeking to faithfully apply it to motherhood, there’s just something I don’t like about the way it’s presented. I certainly believe that Wifler and Jensen have good hearts, they are seeking to do something so great in encouraging mothers. And I am encouraged by what they have to say, and I have been challenged about how I live as a wife and a mother.
But, I just can’t latch ...more
But, I just can’t latch ...more
The Risen Motherhood book was a breath of fresh air for me as I struggled to hang tight to what I knew to be true about motherhood and the Gospel while also not becoming discouraged from the story popular culture paints of this season of life. This is a book I will be revisiting often as I navigate new chapters of my motherhood journey. The authors pair Bible-based, solid teaching with real life examples in a way that is both not prescriptive for what being the “perfect” mom looks like and also
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I got the supreme privilege to preview this book before it hit the shelves! Laura Wifler and Emily Jensen from Risen Motherhood reflect the gospel at every turn of motherhood; relationships, food choices, community, marriage, etc ... This is truly a book I wish I had when I was in the throes of early motherhood. But I'm thankful it doesn't JUST speak to 'new mothers'. The truth is displayed throughout the pages and aims to point us (mothers of all stages) to the gospel & the only significant dir
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As a big fan of Laura and Emily’s podcast, I knew this book wouldn’t disappoint. They are faithful to the Word and do an excellent job of connecting the Gospel to every day moments in motherhood. I would’ve loved for them to go a little deeper and discuss some of the harder topics of motherhood, but I don’t think that was the intention for this book (hopefully the next one!). They mentioned adoption or adoptive mothers in some of the examples, but the book really should’ve included a dedicated c
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As a young mom about to enter the world of "2 under 2," I NEEDED this book. Risen Motherhood is incredibly timely in a culture that consistently glorifies the messiness of motherhood. The message that we are "victims to motherhood" is dangerous, and distracts us from the GIFT that God has given us in our children. Emily & Laura point to the truth that God's heart is to use all parts of motherhood - the hard, the lovely, and everything in between - to conform us more to the image of his Son, Jesu
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As a mom, I have so many decisions and emotions to process in motherhood. Everything from food selection to screen time to the friends I make (and keep) comes under scrutiny of the latest research and psychological studies. Sound familiar? It’s easy to get bogged down in the specifics and forget to ask, “what does my faith in Jesus have to do with this?”
Laura and Emily graciously tackle those questions and choices in a logical, challenging, and encouraging way. Each chapter is short and accessib ...more
Laura and Emily graciously tackle those questions and choices in a logical, challenging, and encouraging way. Each chapter is short and accessib ...more
I have been a follower of the Risen Motherhood podcast for a about a year now. I love the website, the newsletter, all of the resources that are mentioned. The thing I love most about this book is that it is relatable. I'm halfway through the book (I am privileged to be part of the launch team) and I feel like every page is my life. This book is so encouraging and makes you think that your life matters even in the mundane things such as washing dishes, changing diapers. Stay focused on the gospe
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This was a book I was so eager to get my hands on! I've been an avid listener of the Risenmotherhood podcast for several years and it's been a great source of encouragement and challenge for me as a mother, wife, friend and disciple of Christ. Laura and Emily are both such a wealth of wisdom and worth paying attention to!
This BOOK! There is so much joy, such contentment and hope to be found in the midst of the mundane and challenge of motherhood. The gospel seeps into every aspect of our lives a ...more
This BOOK! There is so much joy, such contentment and hope to be found in the midst of the mundane and challenge of motherhood. The gospel seeps into every aspect of our lives a ...more
When you know about Risen Motherhood, you know it is a community. Laura and Emily foster a true community of Gospel-loving, Jesus-seeking, new identity-searching mamas from around the world who connected around their podcast, and now, their book. I am so impressed with the layout and format of how the book was written. They don't assume you know the Gospel, and instead encourage you to focus on the truth of what God does, who He is, how we change in light of that, and more. In an easy to follow
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Have you ever wondered what God’s design for motherhood is supposed to look like? Emily&Laura have carefully searched scripture for what God’s design for motherhood was in the garden of Eden, how that design was abandoned after the fall of man, how it was redeemed through life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, and how our hope will be forever restored to God’s perfect plan once more.
These beautiful truths aren’t just things that stick to paper and are forgotten, but rather something we ...more
These beautiful truths aren’t just things that stick to paper and are forgotten, but rather something we ...more
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