Portraits of Grace. Below are talks that were given at Christ Church. We trust that they bless your soul. I wanted to clarify that those are NOT sermons, but is used in the way our site organizes audios. Part 1: Overcoming Blindness and Bitterness Mrs. Nancy Campbell. Part 3: Overcoming Performance Mrs. Nola Burnette. Part 4: Overcoming the Tongue Mrs. Lesson 1 Mrs. Polly Bowers Lesson 2 Mrs. Polly Bowers. Lesson 3 Mrs.
Lesson 6 Mrs. Lesson 1: Abigail Mrs. Polly Bowers Lesson 2: Deborah Mrs. Becky McKenzie. Lesson 3: Mary, the Mother of Jesus Dr. Cindy Snell. Lesson 4: Hannah Mrs.
LuAnne Ozmint. Lesson 5: Naomi Mrs. Janie Timmons. Lesson 6: Ruth Mrs. Delaine Blackwell. Lesson 7: Naomi Mrs. Elsie Newell. Lesson 8: Esther Mrs. Lesson 9: Sarah Mrs. Kathy Davis. Lesson Mary Anointing Jesus Mrs.
Becky McKenzie Lesson 2 Mrs. Lesson 4 Mrs. Lesson 1: Kingdom Hospitality Mrs. But the worst offender is by far the closing chapter of the book. Mahaney meant it as a tribute to her mother, who inspired her and set an example for her of godly femininity. Which is a lovely thing in and of itself. But either Mahaney succumbs to the temptation of loving hyperbole, or her mother was magic. Either way, the last thing that will encourage me on my quest for godly femininity is a tale of a perfect woman who did everything right, never never?
You suck. Now go and be encouraged. I can relate to that. That is a picture of the gospel. That means there's hope even for me. Still, Mahaney's theology is solid enough, and it's not a bad book. Just not my favorite on the subject.
Jun 29, Kristen Stieffel rated it it was ok. This book has some good biblical wisdom in it, but it is written very much from the viewpoint of a happy housewife and offers little help to those women who have to balance housekeeping with working a day job. The quality of the writing is good, but the message is wanting for any woman living in the 21st century. Jan 22, Elizabeth Li rated it really liked it. A practical application of Titus 2. I personally enjoyed Hughes' version more but both are practical and biblical.
A little slow, but it would be a good starting ground for someone who is looking for a biblical example of what it means to be a wife. It walks through seven virtues of a godly wife and mother. Aug 20, Stefanie Lozinski rated it really liked it Shelves: owned-hardcopy.
Absolutely loved this one. The past few months my husband and I have really been working on re-orienting ourselves to Jesus Christ and deepening our faith. This book was an easy read, but not a shallow read - even though I perhaps pridefully think I know a fair bit about femininity, I gained some new insights and a whole lot of needed encouragement. Many of us today, especially converts, have few role models of biblical submission to follow.
I always love reading a book that gives me that feelin Absolutely loved this one. I always love reading a book that gives me that feeling that I am walking in the footsteps of other Christian women. Hospitality is something I really can work on, even in this busy season.
Mar 13, Cedar Lea rated it it was amazing. This book clearly explains the passages from Titus 2 and 1 Peter 3 in the Bible, and how women are to live out the principles given for how a godly woman is supposed to be. I really enjoyed this book, as it explained these principles in more depth.
Overall, most of this book seemed to apply to married women, but I think I can take principles from it and apply it to my life as a single person too. Mar 01, Mandy J.
While the main focus and practicality is applicable to married women, this book is a wonderful read for single women not-yet-married or not-now-married. The message is Biblically accurate and presented in such a loving and gentle way. Carolyn Mahaney is not forceful or "down your throat" aggressive but simply sweet as she walk us through the commands given to us in Titus as well as in other passages concerning our role as women.
I personally appreciated her honest vulnerability as she not only teaches "how-to" do - or in some cases "how not to" do - various things but also shares her personal stories and shortcomings. This book on Biblical womanhood was very encouraging because it wasn't simply an explanation of what we should be doing, but also a look at how the gospel is at the center of what we should be doing.
I was able to walk away encouraged and convicted and blessed with a lot of practical helps. I highly recommend this book to any female who wants to pursue being a woman who is what God designed her to be. Chapter 4 - The primary purpose of my feelings is to glorify God. Chapter 5 - Watching, reading, listening to anything that arouses impure thoughts is wrong. Chapter 6 - Homemaking is truly the best job available!
Chapter 7 - Cultivate the desire of kindness and let it show in the actions of goodness. Chapter 8 - Submit Feb 29, Caitlin rated it really liked it Shelves: , nonfiction. Likewise, teach the older women to be reverent in the way they live, not to be slanderers or addicted to much wine, but to teach what is good.
Then they can urge the younger women to love their husbands and children, to be self-controlled and pure, to be busy at home, to be kind, and to be subject to their husbands, so that no one will malign the word of God. I love the p Likewise, teach the older women to be reverent in the way they live, not to be slanderers or addicted to much wine, but to teach what is good.
I love the practicality of the Titus 2 passage, and Mahaney's explication is both Biblical and easy to understand. I felt convicted by each chapter, especially the ones about self-control and purity, and was so blessed by "The Honor of Working at Home. I really appreciated Mahaney's openness about her own marriage. Her tone is accessible and she gives many examples from her own journey as a wife and mother often about her mistakes!
I also enjoyed the many quotes from Christian theologians and authors. There are a few places where the book bothered me: 1. A couple poorly-chosen anecdotes this is not a book about children's sleep, so I wish she hadn't mentioned that and 2.
The final chapter "Margaret's Story" sweet and well-meaning, but I believe everyone complains sometimes and needs a little me-time. Overall, though, I recommend this book to my many friends who are wives and mothers :! It really encouraged and convicted me this time around. Feb 29, Regina rated it it was amazing. Women are to: love their husbands and children have self-control resemble purity work at home be submissive to their husbands Carolyn arranges the above traits into chapters and explains that the Bible is not saying women are to not pursue a career and be treated as a lower being.
Proverbs 31 is also quoted where the godly woman finds a way to earn income for the household by planting vineyards, and selling wares at the market. She is also not saying that women blindly submit to their husbands. Ep Women are to: love their husbands and children have self-control resemble purity work at home be submissive to their husbands Carolyn arranges the above traits into chapters and explains that the Bible is not saying women are to not pursue a career and be treated as a lower being.
Ephesians is quoted in her book, "Wives, submit to your own husbands, as to the Lord. I loved this book because it backed me up for the life choice my husband and I have made. And because of this choice we feel that we live an easier life than if we were both trying to balance full-time careers while also tending to our household's needs. So we don't take exotic vacations see previous posts on camping. We drive old beat up cars.
We shop mostly at Target and Wal-mart. Our children wear hand-me-downs from other kids. And because of our chosen lifestyle our weekends are not for errands and chores but for time with friends and family. When my kids are released from their school day they come straight back into my arms and are transported back home. I welcome them back to a clean house and the home I've been working on making while they've been gone.
And, thanks be to God, I'm happy and satisfied with my work. May 31, Grace rated it liked it. Carolyn Mahaney's illustration of a godly woman based on Titus is Biblical, practical, but perhaps not as well-rounded as it could be. She provides clear and insightful explanations of difficult concepts such as purity and submission. I most enjoyed how many helpful and practical tips she gave for loving and serving well.
However, I feel Mahaney's teaching fell short in regards to the Biblical command that women "work at home". Women should have making a peaceful and life-giving home a top Carolyn Mahaney's illustration of a godly woman based on Titus is Biblical, practical, but perhaps not as well-rounded as it could be. Women should have making a peaceful and life-giving home a top priority for their families and husband.
But this doesn't mean women can't also hold a job outside the home. Mahaney does agree with this and mentions it briefly, but her book is almost exclusively full of stories of stay-at-home moms and women who realized they had to give up their jobs for personal and valid reasons.
These examples were all great, but it could leave working mom's feeling confused and a little condemned. Mahaney may have missed an opportunity to speak to these women, and show that - Biblically - loving your children and husband well doesn't require always having the perfect meal on or having a spotless house. It requires being present whenever needed, having a servant's heart, and putting your family's needs before your own more than anything.
So if a working woman can honestly and accurately say she can achieve that while holding a job, she is meeting God's wishes for godly womanhood. I would give this book 3. What was in it, I enjoyed - but just wonder if it could be more well-rounded in speaking to different women. I found this book to be a bit of a slow read despite its short length , which may be either because of the writing style or because I'm already familiar with much of the concepts the book covers. Sep 07, Eunice rated it it was amazing.
Written by Carolyn Mahaney, Feminine Appeal speaks a breath of fresh air and sound truth of the Bible to women who are torn between a career and family. I remember being in that exact state, while reading this book.. The main points I caught was that: 1 God created older women to teach younger women Titus 2 about the little things in life and about following God!
This is a discipleship relationship we nee Written by Carolyn Mahaney, Feminine Appeal speaks a breath of fresh air and sound truth of the Bible to women who are torn between a career and family. This is a discipleship relationship we need to remember we have access to.
Titus 2 were the verses Carolyn expounded on. The 7 virtues are: - The delight of loving my husband - The blessings of loving my children - The safety of self-control - The pleasure of purity - The honor of working at home - The rewards of kindness - The beauty of submission To clarify, this book is NOT one that is anti career. It merely highlights the Bible's values for women, that quite contrasts the values of today.
I would recommend this book to any woman, as we today can benefit from Carolyn's gracious sharing on the Bible's message for women. Thanks Carolyn, for showing us that in servanthood is great joy. Not chasing success. While many reviewers have objections to some of the things the author suggests for women in this book, I think it is important to remember that she is expounding on the principles in Titus 2. You may not agree with this passage of scripture, however, if you claim to be a Follower of Christ, then scripture should affect and change your thoughts and behavior.
I found this book to be convicting, not in the sense of weighty guilt, but in the sense of there are things that I still need to work on and While many reviewers have objections to some of the things the author suggests for women in this book, I think it is important to remember that she is expounding on the principles in Titus 2.
I found this book to be convicting, not in the sense of weighty guilt, but in the sense of there are things that I still need to work on and let my heart be affected by my relationship with Christ. The examples given in each chapter do mainly focus on the traditional role of women as wives and homemakers. The principles, in fact, do apply, but it may be harder for you to apply this specifically to your own life because there are no examples of how to have this feminine appeal outside of the roles described.
All in all, I think this is a worthwhile read. There are study and application questions at the end, which I plan on working through. Carolyn has a passion for women to live out their full potential for serving God in the ways that are described in Titus, 1 Peter, and Ephesians. Her encouraging mentoring attitude is evident in her writing. Aug 26, Lorna rated it it was amazing. This book contained a heartening, honest and balanced viewpoint on how to be a sweet, uplifting Christian mother and wife, while also acknowledging the strains of this profession.
I especially enjoyed the practical way in which Mahoney encourages women to be the heart of the home, to thoughtfully care and pray for those in their care, while also creating a peaceful and loving environment for them at home. I also appreciated Mahoney's forthright and positive treatment of sex within marriage, as t This book contained a heartening, honest and balanced viewpoint on how to be a sweet, uplifting Christian mother and wife, while also acknowledging the strains of this profession.
I also appreciated Mahoney's forthright and positive treatment of sex within marriage, as this is missing from other similar literature. Lastly, I was somewhat hesitant about how Mahoney would deal with the working mother issue and I found myself in line with her position: making the home and caring for children are to be the primary occupation of Christian women who are able to do so.
They may still work outside the home just as men help care for the home, in addition to working outside of it as their primary task , but their 1 calling is to create a loving and supportive household for the members of their family.
I highly recommend this book, even if it seems to run counter to your own values. Who knows? You may find yourself intrigued. Jan 17, Jen rated it liked it. This book will take you through the ringer if you're honest with yourself. This book is intended to be an encouragement but could quickly turn into a burdensome load if one were to take it upon herself to make adjustments in all seven areas at once.
I loved the way Carolyn Mahaney drew from other authors to make points and clarifications. I have never better understood bittern This book will take you through the ringer if you're honest with yourself. I have never better understood bitterness and sinful judgment! I do think that there is great merit in reading this if one is single, however, I wish she would've handled it in a less predictable way chapter after chapter.
I would recommend this book to women of all ages and stations. Feb 18, Jennifer Wilson rated it really liked it. If it were possible, I'd give this book 3. It's hard for me to find a Christian women's book I give more than that. While it's got some great advice in it, at the same time, I found offense at the part that said if you stay up late and call yourself a night owl, she likened that to laziness. While the "Seven Virtures" are good, I also was under the impression this was a good read for single women in preparation of marriage.
While I suppose that is true, the title and the book is focused o If it were possible, I'd give this book 3. While I suppose that is true, the title and the book is focused on the wife and mother. It did have some great ideas on how to submit without being a doormat which is how I've generally heard submission taught , how to encourage your children which I can use with my "niece" and "newphews", how to serve and aren't we all to be servants of one another so I would say this is a worthwhile read if you are wanting to learn more about becoming a model Christian wife and mother.
Excellent study for women on Titus 2. I would recommend this book to any woman in any stage of life. There may only be one section or chapter that wouldn't apply to every woman. This is definitely a book I plan to revisit often. Mahaney does present some hard truths for some women, but she does it in a gentle way, presenting the truth, and why it is imporant that we conform to certain commands of God like submission.
This book has convicted me about many areas in which I lack, but it was Excellent study for women on Titus 2. This book has convicted me about many areas in which I lack, but it was not overwhelming. Sometimes you read a book and you just get so overwhelmed by all your failings, that you don't know where to start. I find that the way the book is written is perfect for growing in holiness and biblical womanhood. I love the real life examples she gives in each chapter to illustrate how each virtue is carried out, or how it is not carried out.
So I woul definitely say this is a must-read for women. Jan 08, Jamie rated it liked it. I find most books on biblical womanhood saccharine and a little patronizing, although I'm wholeheartedly complementarian. This book, although not all of it was great, surprised me, though, and there were parts that I found very helpful, especially the chapter on homemaking.
She raises the status of homemaking, and the status of the home's managers by indicating the authoritative rule over the home affairs under the leadership of the head, of course intended in the Titus passage. This is someth I find most books on biblical womanhood saccharine and a little patronizing, although I'm wholeheartedly complementarian. This is something that is, I think, needed. It's a helpful picture of the wife's part in subduing creation, not just having the responsibility of doing chores so the husband can go on ruling and subduing.
There were a lot of stories which weren't always helpful, but sometimes were, and some helpful applications for single women although with the amount in there for married women with children I'm not sure it'd be worth their time. Overall, not bad, I'd say. Aug 20, Rachel rated it really liked it Shelves: worth-re-reading , christianity , This one is geared primarily towards married women, though single girls can find a lot of good in it too. I appreicate the fact that it's based on Scripture.
Mahaney takes the seven directions for women from Titus 2 love husbands, love children, self-control, purity, working at home, kindness, and submission and devotes a chapter to each, giving practical and Biblical direction for how to apply them in your life.
She also reminds us that we can't do it on our own, but God will enable us t This one is geared primarily towards married women, though single girls can find a lot of good in it too. She also reminds us that we can't do it on our own, but God will enable us to love or exhibit self-control or whatever it is that needs doing.
Rather we want to encourage them with the knowledge that God's grace is available to help them grow. I appreciated this perspective, and the reminder that God will help us to love and serve as He wants. Mar 02, Kate Sparkman rated it it was amazing.
Mar 09, Tracy Zhou rated it really liked it. Second time reading this book after working through complementarianism vs. The author provides insights of what it means to be a woman created by God, and with that in mind, how to live a godly life.
I think it's an excellent book for wives and moms, because it's super practical. However, I do want to point out that, even for me and I can imagine, quite many single girls too can feel really hard to relate to this book, without a go Second time reading this book after working through complementarianism vs. However, I do want to point out that, even for me and I can imagine, quite many single girls too can feel really hard to relate to this book, without a good picture of the other side of the story a Godly husband.
Yes wives should submit to their husbands, and love their husbands and their children, sacrifice for them, but husbands as well, should love their wives like how Christ loves the church. It's by no means boosting men's ego, and serve them as their servants by losing ourselves.
Readers also enjoyed. About Carolyn Mahaney. Carolyn Mahaney. Carolyn Mahaney is a wife, mother, and homemaker. Having spent over thirty years as a pastor's wife, Carolyn has spoken to women in many churches and conferences.
She blogs with her daughters at www girltalkhome com, a blog focused on biblical womanhood. Carolyn and her husband, C. Books by Carolyn Mahaney. Some of the best stories take a few hundred years to tell. But if you're in the mood for uncanny connections, hoping back and forth through Read more Trivia About Feminine Appeal No trivia or quizzes yet. Add some now ». Quotes from Feminine Appeal The world doesn't judge us by our theology; the world judges us by our behavior.
People don't necessarily want to know what we believe about the Bible. They want to see if what we believe makes a difference in our lives. Our actions either bring glory to God or misrepresent His truth. It hardly feels significant to scrub our toilet. That seems like real ministry. And that is real ministry to be sure!
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