Held [Livre en anglais]

Using Psalm 139, Abbey Wedgeworth walks alongside women suffering the heartbreak of miscarriage. Having experienced the sorrow of miscarriage herself, she acknowledges the isolation commonly felt and the impact that such an experience can have on faith.

The 31 biblical reflections in this beautiful and comforting book remind grieving women that God sees them, knows them, loves them, and is actively caring for them. These precious verses will show women that God can bring comfort, assurance, protection, and purpose in the very sorrow that they are experiencing.

Includes personal stories of pregnancy loss from others, including Courtney Reissig, Kristie Anyabwile, and Eric Schumacher encouraging sufferers that they are not alone. It is a very helpful book to give to women who are suffering in this way.

À propos de l'auteure

– Gretchen Safes, Founder, Well-Watered Women

It was no coincidence that Abbey was writing Held when we lost our second baby. The portions of it that she shared with me were a balm to my aching heart. This is a Word-saturated book, tenderly written by a woman who loves Jesus, trusts him, and wants to see many hurting moms do the same. I highly recommend it to you.

– Kristen Wetherell, Author, Fight Your Fears and Hope When It Hurts

I will always keep a copy of Held on my bookshelf to share with mothers enduring the pain of miscarriage. I am abundantly grateful to have a resource that reassures grieving mothers of God’s presence, nearness, and purpose, even in the hardest days.

– Hunter Beless, Founder, The Journeywomen Podcast

Abbey Wedgeworth wants her book to be a companion in a season of loss. That is what we need, and that is what she has written. As she gently works through the difficult loss of an unborn child, she introduces you to a compassionate God who knows how to walk with you as your ultimate Companion. If you are experiencing or have experienced any kind of loss, you will find comfort in this book.

– Dr. Timothy Lane, Founder, The Institute for Pastoral Care

The pain of miscarriage is often hidden from view. It can be hard to articulate the many complex emotions that follow. Those struggling need hope! Written by people who have been there, Held offers just that. It’s real, it’s raw, but, most importantly, it helps individuals relate to Jesus and, even in the toughest of times, become more like him.

– Helen Thorne, Director of Training and Resources, Biblical Counselling UK

With the compassion of one who’s been there, Abbey Wedgeworth provides the space to grieve as well as the truth that will help heal. Through biblical teaching, vulnerable transparency, and honest reflection, Held will ultimately point you to the One who holds us all.

– Courtney Doctor, Coordinator of Women’s Initiatives, The Gospel Coalition; Visiting Instructor, Covenant Theological Seminary

Table des matières

Introduction 

1. The Character of God 
2. Nothing Is Hidden
3. Man of Sorrows 
4. Praying Through Grief 

Isobel Burden: John 

5. You Hem Me In 
6. You Lay Your Hand Upon Me 
7. Searching for Answers 

Eric Schumacher: Deceptive Voices

8. Marriage After Miscarriage 
9. The God of All Comfort
10. A Very Present Help

Irene Sun: Carried and Cradled

11. The Language of Lament
12. Praying Our Fears 
13. He Will Hold Me Fast 

Lauren Washer: My Losses and My Gains 

14. Shame Over Grief 
15. Fearfully and Wonderfully Made 
16. Wonderful Are Your Works 

Kristie Anyabwile: The Puppeteer 

17. What Is My Good? 
18. Nothing Is Wasted 
19. Feeling Guilty or Responsible 

Jessalyn Hutto: The Staircase 

20. The Bigger Story 
21. A Word for Difficult Dates 
22. Weeping With Those Who Weep 

Courtney Reissig: Miscarriage and the Frowning Providence of God 

23. Rooting Ourselves in God’s Word 
24. A Cry for Justice 
25. Blessed Are Those Who Mourn 
26. What We Deserve

Ruth Hatfield: God’s Family 

27. Tethering Yourself to God’s People 
28. Rejoicing With Those Who Rejoice 
29. Grace for Your Fumbling Neighbor 

Lore Ferguson Wilbert: Enough 

30. More than Motherhood
31. Moving Forward

About the Contributors
Recommended Reading
Acknowledgments