Adorned by Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth

Living out the beauty of the Gospel Together

Many of you might know her as Nancy Leigh DeMoss, or as the founder, I believe, of Revive our Hearts. She has written a number of books, of which I have read very few. Right now I can't think of any other ones I have read. But I have listened to her broadcasts and inspired and challenged by what she has to say. This book was no different.

Taken from Titus 2: 1-5, 10, this is Paul's challenge for the older women to be "reverent in behavior, not slanderers or slaves to much wine." Then they are to teach the younger women "to love their husbands and children, to be self-controlled, pure, working at home, kind, and submissive to their own husbands." That is what Adorned is about, talking about each of these characteristics and encouraging the older women to get involved in the life of a younger woman, to not check out and think their work is done, but to mentor and teach. And to the younger woman, the encouragement is to seek out an older woman who will mentor them and provide wisdom and practical advice and encouragement in the day to day struggles of life.

There was some very thought provoking and challenging chapters in this book to be sure. Creating a home that is welcoming, loving your husband and children and being dedicated to mothering and being kind regardless, those are all needed reminders for me. It all is really.

Again a few quotes: "When we serve people, we serve Christ."

"Nowhere am I more tempted to be selfish and lazy than in my home with my closest relationships. Too often, we show more concern and kindness for a complete stranger than for those who live under the same roof with us." Ouch, this hits very close to home. It is so true.

"Self-control is both a lifetime need and a lifetime pursuit."

I really enjoyed this book and would recommend it to anyone who wants to become a Titus 2 woman.

I received this book from Moody. I was not required to write a positive review.