I'm More Than the Pastor's Wife: Authentic Living in a Fishbowl World

ISBN: 0310247284

Author: Dobson, Lorna

Condition: New

Lorna Dobson knows firsthand the struggles and joys of being married to a pastor-and the questions, not the least of which is, What is a pastor's wife, anyway? As her poll of hundreds of women reveals, the wife of a minister is rarely the piano-playing, committee-leading stereotype.With humor, disarming genuineness, personal stories, and wisdom rooted in Scripture, Dobson cuts through the labels. How I live has little to do with whether my husband is a pastor; rather, my life reflects my growth, or lack of it, as a Christian. In this revised edition of Im More Than the Pastors Wife, she includes new perspectives as a grandparent, soon-to-be empty-nester, and speaker. Here are frontline insights onMaking friends and cultivating personal support outside the churchLearning to handle expectations and pressuresBalancing time and using your giftsSupporting your husband and growing closer to himPrioritizing prayer for your husband, family, and churchKnowing your capabilities and limitsDealing with problem people and church conflicts . . . and much more!