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Running on Empty: Surviving trauma and finding strength in Jesus
Are we ever better off dead? In those days and nights when we can't see any way out of the pain, does it seem like the only way is to end it all? Usually we are shocked by trauma. Truthfully, we get knocked off balance by the most common losses. We mourn everything from the passing of elderly loved ones, to ailing pets. We feel so much pain at these "expected griefs" that when an unexpected blow hits, we're shell-shocked.
So how do we survive this mess of a world with the correct perspective? Many of us have learned the lesson the hard way--through suffering loss.
Running On Empty tells the story of a young twenty-something mother of three and missionary in southern Africa. It takes us on her journey of surviving rape and how that trauma opened her eyes to the new life God had in store for her. Old wounds are exposed and sorted through and understanding and clarity are brought out of the shadows. This book continuously points to Jesus as the gentle shepherd and loving friend we all need. If you have come to the end of your strength because this world is just too hard, and you've been running on empty for too long, perhaps this book has some answers and can help you fill back up with the power that can only come from God.
So how do we survive this mess of a world with the correct perspective? Many of us have learned the lesson the hard way--through suffering loss.
Running On Empty tells the story of a young twenty-something mother of three and missionary in southern Africa. It takes us on her journey of surviving rape and how that trauma opened her eyes to the new life God had in store for her. Old wounds are exposed and sorted through and understanding and clarity are brought out of the shadows. This book continuously points to Jesus as the gentle shepherd and loving friend we all need. If you have come to the end of your strength because this world is just too hard, and you've been running on empty for too long, perhaps this book has some answers and can help you fill back up with the power that can only come from God.
114 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 30, 2023
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May 17, 2023
Such transparency and so encouraging!
Thank you for sharing your story. My own heart resonated with the way I grew up, and how I still struggle with making sure I don’t fall into being judgmental or seeing God the wrong way.
Thank you for sharing your story. My own heart resonated with the way I grew up, and how I still struggle with making sure I don’t fall into being judgmental or seeing God the wrong way.
August 8, 2025
Although I am quite biased on this book, I have read through it three times now and am very grateful for what Emily has written. Her vulnerability and focus on the Lord throughout her writing is so encouraging even amidst the heart breaking things she has been through. If you have ever felt like everything keeps going wrong or you know someone who has felt that way, this book is for you. Whether you have been through traumatic experiences or not, Running on Empty helps give a deeper understanding of just how good God’s redemptive work and love is.
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