Mothering on Empty: How Moms Like You Found God's Joy (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781646072088)

How Moms Like You Discovered Joy in the Hardest Places

Motherhood is beautiful, but it's also exhausting--and many Christian moms find themselves running on fumes, wondering if anyone truly understands. Mothering on Empty is a soul-soothing collection of encouragement from moms who've been there. A mix of devotional, memoir, and heart-to-heart honesty, this book weaves together stories from moms like you who have experienced frustration, exhaustion, and even despair--yet discovered the deep joy God offers in the midst of it all.

Each of the forty entries is a lovingly-crafted patch in a quilt of hope, written by mothers from different walks of life. These are not parenting experts--they're fellow travelers, sharing the comfort and wisdom they've found along the way.

Why this Book will Inspire Your Mothering:

• Real stories from Christian moms who've faced burnout, disappointment, and daily challenges
• Devotional-style reflections grounded in Scripture to refocus the heart on truth and grace
• "Joy Thief" and "Fight Back" sections that name what's stealing your joy--and show you how to reclaim it
• Inspiring quotes and takeaways to uplift moms in every season of parenting

Ideal for personal encouragement, small group study, and a gift for a new or young mom, Mothering on Empty is the companion every mom needs to remind her that joy is still possible as she lives out her sacred calling.

Author: Kristen Rusch,Ashley Durand
ISBN-10: 1646072081
ISBN-13: 9781646072088
Publisher: Focus on the Family Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/02/2026
Pages: 256
Format: Paperback