Meditations on the Vocation of Motherhood: Old Testament

by Marie K MacPherson

Overview

You don't have to be the "perfect" mom to read this devotion book! If you feel worried and concerned and burdened about mothering, then you're in the perfect position to be comforted by the message of the Gospel: Our perfect God sent His Son to take the punishment we deserve for our sins. You have been made right with God. Heaven is yours. Even though you will still struggle as a mother here on earth, your Father is with you, each and every moment. He equips you for the vocation of motherhood, whether or not you feel adequate for the task. As you read Meditations on the Vocation of Motherhood, find encouragement and solace as a mother, knowing that God is working in you, through you, and also despite you. In Christ, God forgives all of your failures and sends you the Holy Spirit, building you up for the important work of mothering that He has planned for you from eternity.

On each page, Meditations on the Vocation of Motherhood presents a brief portion of Scripture, historical background, reflections related to motherhood, a timeless hymn verse, and Biblical references for further reading. The appendix includes personal narratives written by the author, sharing her journey through miscarriage and her mother's battle with dementia.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780985754365
Publisher:	Into Your Hands LLC
Publication date:	01/31/2018
Pages:	200
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 1.25(h) x 9.00(d)

About the Author

Marie K. MacPherson is wife to Ryan, homeschooling hausmutter to their six living children, and redeemed child of God. She is editor of Mothering Many: Sanity-Saving Strategies from Moms of Four or More (2016). She has a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Bethany Lutheran College, with Lutheran school certification and a specialty in communication arts and literature. She used to actively participate in theater, debate team, choir, and international travel, but realizes now that those were merely a foretaste of the joys of her current vocation: managing children's dramatics, arbitrating kids' arguments, singing hymns and lullabies, and sharing unbelievable mission stories. She has been an advocate for mothers, serving as a La Leche League Leader for over six years and a volunteer at a local pro-life pregnancy clinic. When she's not caring for her own children, or the mothers of other children, Marie reads extensively, researching natural health, healing diets, alternative medicine, dementia, homeschooling, theology, evangelism, marriage, and parenting. Follow her blog at www.intoyourhandsllc.com/blog.

Table of Contents

Foreword 8

Introduction 11

Meditations 16

Acknowledgements 145

Appendices

Appendix 1: Luther’s Small Catechism 146

Appendix 2: Hymnal Conversion Chart 155

Appendix 3: Recommended Resources 168

Appendix 4: Personal Writings 171

Indices

Scriptural Index 189

Hymn Index 192

About the Author 194

Ordering Information 194

Also by Marie K. MacPherson 195

Mothering Many Facebook Group 195

Also Published by Into Your Hands LLC 196

Editorial Reviews

“Meditations on the Vocation of Motherhood packs both convicting and comforting reflections into conversational devotions for all mothers, whether new or seasoned. Each meditation begins with a carefully chosen Scripture passage and concludes with a meaningfully poetic hymn stanza. Old and New Testament selections are suggested for further study.” Cheryl Swope, M.Ed., author of Simply Classical: A Beautiful Education for Any Child (Memoria Press, 2013)

“These thoughtful devotions are the perfect habit to accompany the cup of coffee, quick stroll, chat with a friend, and other small oases that help a day along. Her domestic gaze reminds the reader that every person who comes to the Lord’s Word comes as His workmanship, including those who come holding the little hands of others.” Rebekah Curtis, co-author of LadyLike: Living Biblically (CPH, 2015)

“In a world that scorns the traditional family and often mocks the vocation of motherhood, Marie MacPherson has brought forth jewels of wisdom from the Old Testament, and demonstrated how these passages bear specific wisdom, grace, encouragement, and admonition for mothers of all ages.” Nicole M. King, Managing Editor of The Natural Family: An International Journal of Research and Policy

“Beautifully written for mothers, Marie writes succinct devotions based on Biblical texts that pinpoint so many of a woman’s fears and joys. Pointing to Christ, each devotion will give you thoughts to chew on throughout your day and throughout your life as wife and mother.” Glenda Mumme, board member of Wittenberg Academy

“Lutheran mamas, here is a truly Christ-centered devotional for your everyday life. Bible history, relatable application, and hymn verse are neatly packaged with a comforting, cross-shaped bow holding them all together.” Karyn Lukasek, children’s book author/illustrator

“Meditations on the Vocation of Motherhood is remarkable for its clear and incisive walk through the Old Testament. MacPherson directs us to the greatest women’s spiritual self-help of all time—God’s enduring and timeless wisdom, the Bible. She invites us to consider its meaning through the lens of our own unique vocation—motherhood.” Julie Quist, wife, mother, grandmother of 47 (so far), and board member of Child Protection League

“By pointing the reader to God’s Word and the gospel message of salvation, these short and to the point devotions continually lift up the persevering (and sometimes exhausted) mother with assurances of God’s almighty love, grace, forgiveness, and eternal presence.” Tricia Zahner, mother of six sweet souls

“The author is living the joys and challenges of motherhood, wrapped in God’s grace through it all. These devotions are a testament to that! The Scripture and brief devotions are ideal for the on-the-go mom; the hymn verses tie it all together.” Paula Sulzle, pastor’s wife, mom to six

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