What are good books for Christian mothers?

[Sahamamama]

If you are a mother and a follower of Jesus Christ, then I would like to ask you a question:

What book(s) have you read about mothering that impacted you? What book(s) taught you to really be a better mother?

I am especially interested in books that deepened your relationship with Christ, focused your mind on Scripture, and helped you to see your children more each day as gifts from God.

Any kind responses will be appreciated! Thanks in advance!

[Carol in Cal.]

I have others that I like, but of the Christian ones that is the one most like what you describe.

Another great one, but only for infancy, is "Right From the Start". I prefer the original edition, but the rewritten one is also good.

[phathui5]

I recommend both How Would Jesus Raise a Child? (I don't remember the author) and A Mom Just Like You by Vickie Farris.

[Kathleen in VA]

A Mom After God's Own Heart (http://www.amazon.com/Mom-After-Gods-Own-Heart/dp/0736915729/ref=pd_sim_b_img_19) by Elizabeth George

[Sahamamama]

What are the others that you like? :001_smile:

[Dawn]

Hands down, JC Ryle's Duties of Parents (http://www.graceandtruthbooks.com/listdetails.asp?ID=88) and John C.S. Abbott's The Mother at Home (http://www.graceandtruthbooks.com/listdetails.asp?ID=83). It's been too long since I've read them - I need to crack them open again! :)

[Joanne]

Very few of the books by Christian authors moved me from a parenting/God standpoint.

I like books by Clay and Sally Clarkson.
I like books by Scott Turansky and Joanne Miller.
Crystal Lutton has a terrific book, Biblical Parenting

[Bess]

"Homeschooling with a Meek and Quiet Spirit" is hands down my favorite mothering book. It might sound more like a homeschooling book, but it's really not. It's excellent.

[Julie Herbster]

John C.S. Abbott's The Mother at Home (http://www.graceandtruthbooks.com/listdetails.asp?ID=83). :)Oh, yeah...gotta agree with this rec. Also, I like A Mother's Heart by Jean Fleming, Seasons of a Mother's Heart and The Mission of Motherhood by Sally Clarkson, and Praise Her in the Gates by...um...well, I know it's published by Vision Forum.

I also like Homeschooling with a Meek and Quiet Spirit by Teri Maxwell...very convicting--I have to read it once a year!

[Michelle in TX]

I like books by Clay and Sally Clarkson.


I love Sally Clarkson's The Mission of Motherhood! :D

[Carol in Cal.]

What are the others that you like? :001_smile:

The Baby Book and The Discipline Book, both by Sears
"Becoming the Parent You Want to Be"
"You are Your Child's First Teacher"--kind of Waldorfy, but good
"Mitten Strings for God"--(a lovely, lovely book, but not Christian) (Actually, it's not really a parenting book per se, more like a book about being a family)
"Things Will Be Different For My Daughter"

[plain jane]

Most of the ones I would recommend have already been mentioned. I just had a couple to add that I also enjoyed:

The Ministry of Motherhood (http://www.amazon.com/Ministry-Motherhood-Following-Reaching-Children/dp/1578565820/ref=pd_bbs_sr_2?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1213849881&sr=1-2)
Sacred Parenting (http://www.amazon.com/Sacred-Parenting-Raising-Children-Shapes/dp/0310264510/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1213849794&sr=8-1)

[Amy loves Bud]

I love Sally Clarkson's The Mission of Motherhood! :D

Yes, this and The Ministry of Motherhood. Both very good books.

[Sarah CB]

Very few of the books by Christian authors moved me from a parenting/God standpoint.

I like books by Clay and Sally Clarkson.
I like books by Scott Turansky and Joanne Miller.
Crystal Lutton has a terrific book, Biblical Parenting

I have really been blessed by all of Clay and Sally Clarkson's books. They're really wonderful. I also have been blessed by Scott Turansky and Joanne Miller's book as well as their workshop sessions.

I haven't read Crystal Lutton's book but I think I'll have to pick it up.

I'm enjoying Age of Opportunit: The Biblical Guide to Parenting Teens right now.

[Sarah CB]

"Homeschooling with a Meek and Quiet Spirit" is hands down my favorite mothering book. It might sound more like a homeschooling book, but it's really not. It's excellent.

I love this one, too.

[gamommy]

For general motherhood I've liked, "The Mommy Manual" by Barbara Curtis, as well as some of the above mentioned.

[angela in ohio]

I think I've read almost everyone listed here, LOL.

I will second Homeschooling with a Meek and Quiet Spirit and Praise Her in the Gates (Nancy Wilson is the author.)

I also add The Power of a Positive Mom. That is the one I read when I need a kick in the behind about being a good mommy! :)

And that's about it.

[Cindy in the NH Woods]

Raising Your Children for Christ, by Andrew Murray

A Mother's Rule of Life, by Holly Pierlot (Catholic perspective~ although I am not RC, this book is tremendously helpful to me. It addresses all aspects of our vocation as child of God, as an individual, and as wife & mother. Excellent. Someone on the boards here recommended it. ;))

Warm regards,
Cindy

[Sahamamama]

Thanks to all the wonderful moms who recommended good books to me! I have to sit down tomorrow with a pen and notepad and write down the titles/authors! This list will keep me learning and growing! Thanks!

[Lizzie in Ma]

When You Rise Up, RC Sproul Jr

Homemaking, JR Miller

I actually read the first one annually to renew, recommit and reconnect with my conviction to home school. It blesses me every time.

[Dawn E]

For general motherhood I've liked, "The Mommy Manual" by Barbara Curtis, as well as some of the above mentioned.

I really enjoyed that book, too.

I'd also recommend H.C. Trumball's "Hints on Child Training." I haven't finished it yet...but it has already impacted me. I rarely have time to actually finish books anymore, and just glean when I get the opportunity. I'm also enjoying "Homeschooling with a Meek and Quiet Spirit," and I'm looking forward to reading Lou Priolo's "Heart of Anger."