Comments on: The Product of Your Hands (M.O.M. Book Club & Link-up – Week 1)

By: becca banana

becca banana — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 16:03:56 +0000

The quote in my comment is on p. 14. :)

By: becca banana

becca banana — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 15:54:36 +0000

I loved reading Sally's words, "I can still hear my mother's voice in my heart as I face different situations" and how we are a cheerleader, prayer warrior, generous giver and wise mentor to our children even when they are grown.

This first chapter really hit me with the eternal perspective and importance of our role as mothers.

By: Christine

Christine — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 17:58:39 +0000

I just bought this book and will read it tonight. I am a wife, mom of twin 16 1/2 yr old daughters, bombarded by "Christian" parents who tell me we are too strict and to lighten up. We feel we are going to stand before a very Holy God and are accountable for these children and want to do it right! Thank you for doing this, I am so convicted that I am wasting time and am encouraged to do better!

By: Jennifer

Jennifer — Sun, 01 Aug 2010 21:00:40 +0000

So many good things both in the introduction and the first chapter. In the introduction I loved the following quote. "But I'm still learning, and the lessons God has taught me as I sought to embrace his mission for motherhood have been truly life changing–and a source of unbelievable blessing." Thank you Lord for continuing to work in our hearts and lives as mothers as we seek You.

I truly appreciated the fact that she "finally decided that I needed to search the Scriptures to find out for myself just what God, the Designer himself, had in mind when he created the role of mother thousands of years ago." So often we can fall into the trap of determining something and never pausing to search out what Scripture has to say on the subject. I am thankful for her reminder and pointing to God's Word to define what the role of mother is for us as believers.

"These ties (concerning a spiritual legacy) are built over a period of many years, through the small ways we spend the minutes of our days and the large ways in which we celebrate the momentous events of our lives." As a mother of young children I appreciate the reminder of the many moments that I can spend strengthening my relationship with them and the focus I can have on leaving a spiritual legacy that will sustain them through many life situations.

Enjoyed reading all of your thoughts on the first chapter and am looking forward to diving into the next chapter!!

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By: Kristi

Kristi — Sun, 01 Aug 2010 11:54:56 +0000

I found your blog while I was surfing one nite. I was surprised to see this discussion…as I just started Sally's Mission of Motherhood…having just completed the Ministry of Motherhood! I am a working mother. I had to wait a long time to become a mother, and God fulfilled that purpose through adoption. While in many ways I am a comfortable mother, as my daughter has just passed the 6 year old mark, I'm finding that motherhood is WAY more challenging in the "little" details that are actually so BIG! From the verse Sally gave for discussion, it is clear…our focus is to be on the Lord…giving Him the watch over our homes and lives or it is all in vain. I am a Christian and walk that out daily…but not near as contemplative as I need to be. Not near as purposeful as I need to be. I'm learning that I don't have to be perfect. It is normal to feel the overwhelmingness of motherhood at times…but you get through them by pressing in to the Lord and His word. We also need to talk with girlfriends, share our concerns and prayer needs, and be more purposeful in those relationships and that of our family at home, including husbands. I believe I'm learning that the purposeful actions in relationships are what builds the solid foundation and makes the storms that inevitably come (and the days where I'm not so great due to my sinful nature, life's overwhelming duties, etc)not rock the core. The storm may still rage and sway a few things but it will not change the foundation that has been laid. That's the beauty of keeping focussed on Christ and giving Him his rightful place in my life and our home.

I'm looking forward to this discussion and reading this book with others.

By: Shawn

Shawn — Sun, 01 Aug 2010 06:52:20 +0000

I am a couple of days behind. I am the opposite of you Sarah. I am getting ready to go on vacation, so there is ALOT of prep time. I so loved the start of this book. I became a mother at a young age. I always wanted to be a mother. But the lie that the enemy feed me, and what I believed for so long, was "anyone can be a mother, you need to be out in the world to be productive." So I was never content to be a stay at home mom. I always felt useless, a waste, a failure. And the world and relatives just added to that empty pit. It is refreshing to be taught that Gods plan and idea of motherhood is different. Sally has a great way writing and teaching Gods word. I can't wait to read more of the book and chat about it with others. **S**

By: Rachel

Rachel — Sun, 01 Aug 2010 00:51:14 +0000

I'm joining in on the fun too. I've read this book before but I think it might be a good time for me to reread it. I've just got to figure out how to do the linky now. :-)

By: Bobbey

Bobbey — Sat, 31 Jul 2010 22:47:51 +0000

I purchased this book because I've always felt lacking in my role as a mother. Our household has reversed roles – I work while my husband stays home with our boys. While it's been great for the boys, it's always been a struggle for me. I hoped that this book would help me find that balance I don't feel I have. I posted more details in my blog, but one thing that really stood out while reading was Sally's comparison between the strength of our relationship with God and that of our relationship with our children. Also this comment from p.16 "… my influence on my children is limited only by the smallness of my dreams and my lack of commitment to the Lord and his purposes."

My children were 10 and 5 when I accepted Christ and I admit that I haven't been as successful in modeling what a strong Christian should be as I should have been.
Bobbey´s last [type] ..Mission of Motherhood – Chapter 1

By: Mary Beth

Mary Beth — Sat, 31 Jul 2010 08:28:05 +0000

I am still waiting for my copy of the book to arrive… the post and Courtney's comment certainly have me excited to get started.

By: Kathi

Kathi — Sat, 31 Jul 2010 01:32:21 +0000

Sarah Mae

I didn't read/follow directions, my "discussion" is my post. Hope that's OK. What a great Chapter!

Kathi
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