Every Hour I Need You
In Every Hour I Need You, Katie Faris offers a powerful and deeply encouraging collection of thirty devotional meditations that connect the dots between who God is and what it means to walk through everyday motherhood. With personal stories, theological depth, and gospel-saturated wisdom, Faris invites moms—and really, any reader—to lift their eyes from their own inadequacies and fix their gaze on the sufficiency of God.
Each chapter highlights a different attribute of God, gently reminding readers that our identity and strength are rooted not in our performance, but in God’s unchanging character. Faris writes with humility and honesty. I was most moved to read of Faris’ own journey as a mom, including her vulnerable reflections on walking through grief and uncertainty when three of her children were diagnosed with a serious medical condition and trusting in God’s sovereignty. As she says, knowing that God is in control became more comforting than having all her questions answered. That struck me deeply—as a dad, I was reminded that I don’t have to be in charge. I can point my family to Christ.
Comforting and Refereshing
Faris’s reflections are theologically rich, yet always accessible. Her writing is relatable and warm, full of grace and clarity. She doesn’t sugarcoat the challenges of parenting, but she continually returns to the hope and strength found in God’s presence. I was especially interested by her meditation on God’s omnipresence. While I’ve known this truth in my own life, I hadn’t truly considered what it means for my children—that even when I can’t be with them, God can. That realization lifted a weight off my shoulders. I often feel guilty for not always being there, or fearful for their safety. Faris reminded me that God is always with them, and that’s a far greater comfort than anything I can provide.
This book will stir your affections for God, help you cherish the calling of motherhood, and remind you that the hard, beautiful work of parenting is also one of the most profound means of sanctification. Every Hour I Need You will comfort weary parents and refresh you with a glimpse of God’s faithfulness.
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