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Format: Paperback Book Code: J105 Pages: 144 Size: 5" x 8" ISBN: 9780817015442 PubDate: 2009 Publisher: JUDSON PRESS |
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Table of Contents and Introduction
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This encouraging book uses the charm of timeless literary works and the wisdom of the Bible to reconsider what is seen today as a classic role.
Using selected quotes from novels including Sense and Sensibility, Treasure Island, and Great Expectations, the authors offer encouragement and exhortation to women of all walks of life who struggle and strive to be intentional in their parenting choices. Rather than offering methods and advice on parenting, Brereton and Smith seek to help women make the most out of their motherhood experience by challenging them to:
- Find value and purpose in their motherhood role
- Discover God’s design for their family
- Deepen their personal relationship with God, with their families, and with other moms
Mothering Heights includes questions ideal for use in book discussion groups or women’s ministry settings!
Editorial Reviews:
"A useful resource for women's groups." —WomanAlive, June 2009 (UK publication)
“The points you made were great - well planned, scripturally based and relevant to today’s society. It was an enriching book to read and it made me think.” —Nicki Osbaldiston, Associate Director, Tandem (Campus Crusade for Christ) New Zealand
“I feel the book’s content brings value and confidence to the choices I have made and to the life I lead and love. It contained excellent practical ideas and challenges. It was very inspiring, motivating, and a great encouragement.” —Jo Eberley, mother
"Mothering Heights has found it's niche on my bookshelf of favorite motherhood books. This is a book that contains though-provoking chapters. Chapters that give me so much food for thought, I could ponder one chapter for several days." —as reviewed on the Mama Bzz blog.
"It is full of tidbits of wisdom and encouragement for all moms out there, whether stay-at-home moms or moms who work outside the home. It is a book that really lays everything out on the line, including the misconceptions we had about motherhood before we had children, the expectations we face every day as mothers, and our role as mothers, with our children, within our individual families." —as reviewed on the Real Heart Prints blog.
"MotheringHeights is written by mothers for mothers. Even though this book is geared (in my opinion) toward new mothers or mothers of younger children, there are many gems for all mothers inside the cover of this book." —as reviewed on the Marine Corps Nomads blog. Read the entire post here.
"I appreciated that this book is full of Scripture." —as reviewed on A Dusty Frame. Read entire post here.
"I would definitely recommend this book for any woman who seeks to be a Godly mother." —as reviewed on the Girls to Grow blog. Read the entire post here.
"Mothering Heights is not a blueprint for being a mom, it's more of a guide to helping moms establish their personal parenting philosophies. It does not endorse one philosophy over another and does not judge parenting choices, rather, it helps new moms to be aware of the choices that lie ahead and to consider what fits individual families best. The authors always lead these decisions back to God's word. It is an excellent resource for new moms, particularly those still expecting." —as reviewed on the Classless and Lovin' It blog. Read entire post here.
"Through reading this book I have been able to understand that God sees my role as a mother, including all the ups and downs, as a way to be a steward to my children." —as reviewed on the To.Be.Thode blog. Read entire post here.
"What I appreciate most about Mothering Heights is how the authors understand that there are serious modern day challenges for my generation of mothers." —as reviewed on the Women Living Well blog. Read entire post here.
"Whether you are a first time mom or a mom three times over, this book will have something to speak to your heart. With study questions that can help to see how you view motherhood and your expectations of others, it could be used as a guided Bible study as well. It's a fast read which any mom will appreciate and the insight in the book will be well worth the time that it takes to read it." —as reviewed on the Growing for Christ blog.
"Any Christian mother or mother to be would benefit from reading this book. Especially if there are times that you question your parenting decisions." --as reviewed on the blog This Crazy Thing Called Motherhood.
“MotheringHeights is a beautifully written book that begins with head knowledge and requires you to do some soul searching on the subject of being a mother." —as reviewed on the Joyfull Living blog.
"The author's 'novel' approach helps to create a fresh and encouraging look at the important role of a mother. If you are a mother striving to raise godly children, I recommend Mothering Heights." —as reviewed on 5 Minutes for Books. Read the entire post here.
Awards:
Mothering Heights is a Mom’s Choice Awards® Silver Recipient.












