Chelsea Patterson Sobolik

I am glad this book exists. If I had written it, I probably would have chosen to allot more space to scriptural exegesis and to other resources from my theological tradition. The book Chelsea has written, however, is certainly a blessing to the church. Courageously sharing her own story of loss, she comes alongside women who are struggling and also invites them to serve others out of their suffering.

I appreciate that Chelsea deliberately draws a wide circle around "childlessness" and doesn't limit her discussion to those experiencing infertility. She is sensitive about the fact that this is an ongoing source of grief for many women that isn't resolved on a clear timeline. In that vein, I appreciate that she doesn't treat adoption as if it is a quick fix--I have never felt that attitude does justice to the heartbreaking circumstances most childless people are dealing with or to adoption as a complex journey in its own right.

Much of the content could encourage believers enduring many different types of trials (or help those who desire to accompany them). The reflection questions are useful as well.… (mehr)