{"product_id":"longing-for-motherhood-holding-on-to-hope-in-the-midst-of-childlessness-paperback","title":"Longing for Motherhood: Holding on to Hope in the Midst of Childlessness - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eChelsea Patterson Sobolik\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eRussell Moore\u003c\/b\u003e (Foreword by)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhen hopes for motherhood are deferred...\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChildlessness remains a taboo topic in today's culture, especially in Christian circles. Many women feel isolated, ashamed, or uncertain of how to reconcile this trial with a loving God. The death of the dream of motherhood--whether from infertility, barrenness, miscarriage, or the loss of a child--is one of the hardest journeys women can walk through. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eLonging for Motherhood\u003c\/i\u003e, Chelsea Patterson Sobolik speaks to these burdens specifically. She shares vulnerably about her own journey of childlessness and how she has ultimately come to view her story through the lens of Scripture and our hope in Christ. While remaining tender and empathetic toward suffering and longing, she discusses the comfort we have in knowing that the Lord is sovereign over all, and that His love is sufficient to carry us through any and every situation. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA timely book for women struggling with childlessness, as well as for pastors, friends, and family who want to care for them well, \u003ci\u003eLonging for Motherhood \u003c\/i\u003eis a tender, truthful companion for a difficult journey. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBack Jacket\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"You won't ever be able to carry your own child.\" \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChelsea was just nineteen when a doctor told her she would never be able to have a baby. Like so many women, Chelsea had a deep desire to one day have children and be a mom. The shadow of her diagnosis loomed heavily over her life for years as she wrestled with disappointment, lost dreams, and a sense of being abandoned by God. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut in time, Chelsea found a way forward. In \u003ci\u003eLonging for Motherhood\u003c\/i\u003e Chelsea shares her story and what she discovered along the messy path toward wholeness and hope. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether your dream of being a mother has been shattered by infertility, miscarriage, or prolonged singleness, you are not alone. Join Chelsea as she explores how to: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003egrieve unfulfilled desires\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etrust God in seasons of sorrow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efight for and hold onto hope\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efind purpose when a traditional mothering role isn't an option \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eDiscover God's help and hope in the midst of your pain. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCHELSEA PATTERSON SOBOLIK\u003c\/b\u003e lives and works in Washington, DC where she spends her days working on adoption and foster care policy for the U.S. House of Representatives. Her passion for adoption stems from her personal story of being adopted as a newborn from Bucharest, Romania. After growing up in North Carolina with five adopted siblings, Chelsea attended Liberty University. She has written for \u003ci\u003eThe Gospel Coalition, 9 Marks, the Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission\u003c\/i\u003e, and the \u003ci\u003ePatheos\u003c\/i\u003e Evangelical channel, on a wide variety of issues including culture, current events, and Christian living. When she is not working or writing, she enjoys reading, drinking coffee, and spending time with friends and family.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 224\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.4 x 8.4 x 5.5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e March 06, 2018\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51757560987936,"sku":"9780802416124","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9764\/5344\/files\/2dcba45932c0324c5a5fa6ab161edb2c.webp?v=1780105257","url":"https:\/\/ebocreations.com\/products\/longing-for-motherhood-holding-on-to-hope-in-the-midst-of-childlessness-paperback","provider":"The E-Book Oasis LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}