A couple of weeks ago my husband and I were privileged to spend some time with couples who believe God may be calling them into full time service of some kind. Here is a list of books/blogs that I shared with the wives that have impacted and encouraged me as a pastor’s wife, and a little info about each one:
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“The Disciplines of a Godly Woman” by Barbara Hughes
Definitely recommended for any Christian woman, this book is a biblical overview of what a Christian woman’s life should look like. Very well written and includes great thought-provoking or discussion questions at the end of each chapter. This works beautifully as a small group study (staff wives, etc.)
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Feminine Appeal” by Carolyn Mahaney
Pretty much Titus Chapter Two explained and exemplified by this amazing woman! Love that she is continuing to reach out to women alongside her three grown daughters who are also married to ministers through a super blog: www.girltalkhome.com
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“Shopping for Time: How to Do It All and NOT Be Overwhelmed” also by Carolyn Mahaney and her daughters
Greatly helped me just after the birth of Baby #3! Helps to organize priorities and see the value in planning.
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“Choices” by Mary Farrar
Frankly, just reading this book made me feel smarter. Mrs. Farrar took only 244 pages to give the history of feminism, the great struggle that this movement has added to in the church, and how following God’s awesome plan for family is so extremely valuable to…all mankind. And the strange thing about it is, it isn’t boring!! Very easy-to-read and attention grabbing.
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“One With a Shepherd: The Tears and Triumphs of a Ministry Marriage” by Mary Somerville
This is a book I have scanned through but not completed, but one of the few I found specifically written to minister’s wives. It covers a lot of topics and answers the “why we do what we do” questions straight with Scripture.
Great books and blogs have allowed me to be “mentored” by some amazing older women I’ve never even personally met! I so appreciate the time they have taken to think through and put on paper what God has shown them in their lives. I’m sure there are many, many more great resources out there. Please leave a comment with any suggestions!
