What a personal, practical meditation on Gods Word! I love this careful, in-depth study of the fruit of the Spirit applied to motherhood. This book would be great to study alone or, better yet, with other women in varying stages of motherhood. Kristie Anyabwile, wife of a church-planting pastor, mom of three, and a discipler of women Timely biblical wisdom and rich devotional theology from an author, colleague, friend (and mom!) I trust. Walking with God in the Season of Motherhood will be a real encouragement to believers in the midst (or on the cusp) of the demanding season of motherhood. And frankly, dads should read and learn from it too. Ligon Duncan, chancellor and CEO, Reformed Theological SeminaryIn this interactive study Melissa Kruger takes moms, with all our insecurities and inconsistencies and uncertainties, to Scripture, where we find wisdom, encouragement, instruction, correction, and, best of all, grace. Nancy Guthrie, author of One Year of Dinner Table Devotions and Discussion Starters During the busy days of motherhood, getting into the Bible can be difficult. Walking with God in the Season of Motherhood is a perfect Bible study tool that equips and instructs us from the Word of God with encouragement specifically geared to a mothers heart. Reading Melissa Krugers words will leave you deeply encouraged and challenged without being overwhelmed. Trillia Newbell, author of Fear and Faith: Finding the Peace Your Heart Craves and United: Captured by Gods Vision for Diversity I speak with the authority of a mom who has investigated paths that led nowhere. Moms dont need good advice for choosing the best path based on collaborative best practices. What moms need most is to know and be known by the One who said that He is the way and the truth and the life. This Bible study is Christ centered and thoroughly encouraging; make the most of it by diving into Scripture with some of your friends. Gloria Furman, author of Glimpses of Grace and Treasuring Christ When Your Hands Are Full This book is like sitting down for an extended mentoring session with an experienced mother who warmly shares her world and her love for the Lord Jesus. Melissa Kruger shows how she has grounded her mothering in Scriptureand encourages others to do the same. Through a series of topics both practical and theological, she keeps her promise to walk alongside you as you walk with God in the season of motherhood. Kathleen B. Nielson, director of womens initiatives for the Gospel Coalition and author of Bible Study: Following the Ways of the Word This book will be a lifeline for first-time mothers who are feeling their way in their new calling. But it is equally important for the rest of us mothers and even for grandmothers. Each days study uses substantive scriptures and soul-searching questions to reorient busy mothers toward walking with God in the mundane moments. With a singular focus on the riches of Gods Word, Melissa Kruger gently helps mothers in all circumstances to step beyond the feeding-schooling-vaccinating-diapering wars into something so much bigger: a life defined byand dependent onthe glorious call of Christ. Megan Hill, writer for Her.meneutics and the Gospel Coalition and an editorial board member for Christianity Today Titus 2 calls older women to train younger women to love their children. In this Bible study Melissa Kruger obeys the Titus mandate. But she does more. She gives the church a practical, gospel-focused resource for older women to disciple younger women in the high calling of motherhood. Susan Hunt, wife of a retired pastor, mother, grandmother, and author of several books for women and children Melissa Kruger is a rare find as a friend and mentor to moms! In her devotional Bible study, she walks moms through eleven weeks of daily reflections that will shape a busy moms heart to trust in God. Along the way she shares wisdom and tips from her own experience. Key memory verses, certain to transform hearts, are given for both moms and their children. I warmly recommend this devotional study for a moms personal reading and for older women wanting to guide younger moms. Margaret Kstenberger, ThD, adjunct Professor of Womens Studies at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary and coauthor of Gods Design for Man and Woman: A Biblical-Theological SurveyAbout the AuthorMelissa Kruger teaches women at Uptown Church in Charlotte, North Carolina, and at conferences around the country. She regularly writes articles for the Gospel Coalition and Christianity.com, and she is the author of The Envy of Eve. Melissas most cherished roles include being a wife to Mike, president of Reformed Theological SeminaryCharlotte, and a mother to her three children, Emma, John, and Kate. how do i choose the right book for me Walking with God in the Season of Motherhood: An Eleven-Week Devotional Bible Study
8 of 9 people found the following review helpful. Excellent!!!By Kindle CustomerA friend recommended this book to me and I am so glad! This 11 week devotional Bible study is full of solid foundational truths. Ones that you may know but need to be reminded of and meditate upon. Kruger does this in a way that is so encouraging and a blessing, to not only the reader but to those in the life of the reader. You do not feel like you are being preached to but rather lifted up and encouraged, strengthened, as iron sharpens iron. I truly cannot say enough good things about the study! In fact I plan on reading through it again. It is just that good! Highly recommend!A few of the things that I think you may want to know is that this devotional study includes the scripture verses written in the book and each day's Study usually takes about 10 to 15 minutes at the most to complete. It's an 11 weeks study with five days for each week to go through. Four of the days have thought-provoking questions and the last day of the week is a devotional reading. There are other wonderful tools located in the back of the book as well. I bought this as a paperback but a friend of mine who did it with me got hers on an e-reader. She said that it was harder for her as far as doing the notes and the questions, and looking things back up for discussion purposes. If you're just doing this on your own the e-reader may work, but if you're doing this with a group, or even just for yourself and you like to write things down you may want to buy the paperback.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Amazing devotional for mamas!By Meg RI LOVE this devotional. I have been a Christian for most of my life and have been through a fair-share of devotionals. After I had my first baby, I went through the normal hormonal changes and the roller coaster emotions that went with it. I felt like I didn't have time for myself and anytime I went to read the Bible, I felt lost and would immediately forget what I read once I was finished. This devotional was such a lifeline for me, especially in those first few months.Things I loved about it: full scripture passages (not just little excerpts) written in the book, thought-provoking questions related to the passage, very biblically centered and sound, and the author was also very relatable to busy/overwhelmed moms. No matter where you are in your motherhood journey, I would definitely recommend this book!1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Great book on finding purpose in motherhoodBy Derek RogersIf you are looking for your purpose as a mother, this book is a must read. The author arranges this devotional study on motherhood around solid Biblical principles and truths. Throughout the study, you will be reminded about your purpose first and foremost as a daughter of God, and then as a wife and mother to your children. There are wonderful and practical parenting ideas integrated throughout the study, but the primary focus of this book is to draw a woman closer to God. Many other parenting books focus on subjective suggestions or techniques for parenting. This book focuses on God's purpose and plans for mothers. You will be greatly encouraged as a mother while reading this book, whether you are a new mom or are raising older kids. It can be used as a daily devotional with weekly lessons arranged in an easy-to-follow format with scripture reading followed by interpretation, observation, and application questions. This book will have you deep in scripture, drawing you closer to God and helping you to pour out solid teaching to your children.