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Fit to Burst: Abundance, Mayhem, and the Joys of Motherhood

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Rachel Jankovic

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Rachel Jankovic is a wife and mother of seven children. She is heavily involved with the Christ Church Ladies' Bible Reading Challenge, and she is author of Loving the Little Years: Motherhood in the Trenches and You Who? Why You Matter and How to Deal with It.

AUTHOR: Rachel Jankovic

PAGE COUNT: 126 pages

SIZE: 5x8"

BINDING: Paperback

ISBN 10: 1591281288

ISBN-13: 9781591281283

PUB. DATE: January 29, 2013

Title: Paperback

"I don't pull punches or hold back in this book, because I am writing to myself as much as to you. If something in this book strikes a little close to home for you, know that it struck in my home first."

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In this follow up to Loving the Little Years, Rachel Jankovic pushes her parenting "field notes" out onto the skinny branches of motherhood. Fit to Burst is chock-full of humorous examples and fresh advice covering issues familiar to every mom such as guilt cycles, temptations to be ungrateful or bitter, and learning how to honor Jesus by giving in the mundane things. But this book also addresses less familiar topics, including the impact that moms have on the relationships between dads and kids, the importance of knowing when to laugh at kid-sized sin, and more.

Fit to Burst will help us to be moms who parent with the story in mind rather than snapshot, who know how to both give and require much from their children in the everyday mayhem, and who understand the importance of biscuits.

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What People Are Saying:

"One of my favorite reads of the year, if such a pronouncement can by made by a guy about a book by a woman for women." -John Piper, Desiring God

"Fit to Burst highlights a mother's need to rely on Christ as she joyfully feeds hungry tummies, honors her husband, and trains her children. Rachel's artful encouragement highlights the sufficiency of Christ for these things and gives us a clarion call to faithfulness in the midst of everyday motherhood." -Gloria Furman, author of Glimpses of Grace: Treasuring the Gospel in Your Home

"If you liked Loving the Little Years, you will like Fit to Burst even more. It was one of my favorite reads of the year (if a guy can say that about a book written by a woman for women)." -Tony Reinke, author of Lit!: A Christian Guide to Reading Books

"With humor and candor, Jankovic provokes us to allow Scripture to define our way of thinking rather than the world’s truisms—or our own feelings. She applies biblical paradoxes to motherhood: Give to be full; worship amid laundry mountains; express gratitude in apparent lack; overcome discouragement with obedience; embrace trials for growth; train—both ourselves and our children—in the tension of law and grace; rather than listen to our weary souls, feed them with Psalms and hymns. Thus we unlock unspeakable joy and fulfillment in our work as mothers." -Mary Jackson, World Magazine

"a quick read filled with meaty, thought-provoking discussion about the divine in everyday life for a young and growing family." -Kristen Narara, The Gospel Coalition

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Jillian H.
Finally a picture book with a good story!

After finishing this book, my three year old uttered an “Amen!” and I couldn’t agree more.

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Erin J.
What a great daily reference!

My 7 year old son’s favorite. Whenever there is complaining we reference this book and it helps snap the kids back into a more cheerful form. Cute tale, fun illustrations, and fun to read.

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Amie 8.N.1.A.
Thankful for the truth shared in this book!

This has become one of my favorite books on Christian identity and femininity! I actually ordered this copy for a friend's birthday shortly after receiving my own and finishing it. Highly recommend!
I appreciate the words of truth not dulled or dimmed but also not just thrown carelessly. It is obvious that the author took care to be clear and kind in her communication of hard words.
I really enjoyed how it was specifically geared towards me, as a woman. It shone a lot of truth into areas I didn't know I needed that light. Identity in Christ applies to all Christians, but I appreciated how this book focused on how that impacts a woman's life and heart.
Keep a pencil nearby for underlining! You'll want it! So good.

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Therese

Great message and a cute story. Can't wait to read this to my little guy.

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Nich Z.
Instant Favorite

My children absolutely loved this book and the illustrations. The story is really helpful to demonstrate the effects of having a complaining attitude in a way that shows the ugliness of this sin and then points them to a better way. This book was an instant favorite!

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Alyssa M.
Inspired

This story really hit home, and brings sunshine to a bad attitude.

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Elijah

My Son loves this book, and now looks forward to reading every night. This and Crispin's Rainy Day are his favorite books so far.

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Sarah M.
A new family favorite

I have many grandchildren....and this is a new favorite. The words are a delight to read aloud, and the message is a good one.

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Joshua S.
Our Favorite Book

We’ve read it so many times I almost have it memorized!

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