Partly Cloudy with Scattered Worries

by Kathy Collard Miller

Regardless of the storms of trials, temptations, worry, uncertainty, or regrets that you're facing, you can trust God. Let this book increase your faith and trust in God, and you'll experience the peace you desire. Its conversational style, personal testimonies, practical illustrations, and solid biblical teaching provide the tools you need to break the hold and overcome the devastating effects of worry.

Genres: Christian, Christian Living

192 pages, Paperback

First published October 31, 2013

About the author

As early as middle-school, I was interested in writing. I tried to write a novel titled, "That Boy Rik." It wasn't until after God delivered me from being a child abuser and also healed our dysfunctional marriage that I wrote for publication. First an article telling my story published in 1978, and then telling my story in a book published in 1984. Now, my 58th book was just published: "God's Intriguing Questions: 60 New Testament Devotions Revealing Jesus's Nature" co-written with my husband, Larry. We are parents, grandparents, writers, authors, speakers, and lay counselors. We've traveled the world speaking and ministering. We love sharing with others the hope and trust we can have in God who is faithful. We live in Southern California.

Reviews

[Caffers · Rating 3 out of 5]

I had some things that were worrying me and a friend loaned me her copy of Partly Cloudy. I will say although I didn't agree with everything in the book, I came away with some positive thoughts and ideas, and jotted down a few things I wanted to remember. The book reminds us to have a positive outlook and trust that everything will be okay. That's what I got out of it anyway.

[Jeanie · Rating 5 out of 5]

There was an almost instant connection for me with Partly Cloudy with Scattered Worries by Kathy Collard Miller. It is as if she’s reading my mind! That thought prevailed with sufficient frequency that I even noted something similar in the margin of the book in the first chapter. Another note I had written was “other people feel this way?” It shows this reader that she is not the lone ranger slogging through these storms, that others really have felt the same way that I have. Kathy Collard Miller has written a powerful book about worry and how to grow past those worries with the help of our Lord.
Kathy writes with incredible sensitivity, describing with raw vulnerability her own journey of fears and worries and the results. She doesn’t pat readers on the head and give platitudes, however. She writes in terms of the severity of storms (various trials) in our lives, understands the clouds or gale force winds that may hover over the lives of women, and she has a tremendously intimate relationship with our Lord and His Word. Kathy offers real solutions for today’s woman from the pages of scripture and includes a brief story about a woman from the Bible that exemplifies the topic of each chapter. There are also questions at the end of each chapter, so this book can be used in group or personal Bible study, and can be a starting place to journal while studying this book.
The scripture verses selected and discussed that the reader can use to help move our eyes from ourselves and onto our God are very appropriate for the kinds of worry that we struggle with, and this reader has new index cards of verses at hand to learn and refer to. Suggestions for the care of our physical needs remind the reader that if one doesn’t properly care for one’s self that their spiritual walk and emotional needs will not be met, either. Kathy shares quotes from the lives of others that help illustrate each chapter, also assuring readers that we are not unique. There is a special message in each chapter for every reader, also!
I would highly recommend this book to any Christian woman who longs to move beyond worrying, trudging through storms and struggles, and into the brilliant “Son-shine of God’s love”. This book is a treasure, one that can be read and re-read when needing reminders of scriptures and ideas. It is a work that readers can study with confidence, knowing it is written by a woman of the Word who walks closely and humbly with her heavenly Father.
I received a copy of this book through the “For Readers Only” group at The Book Club Network, in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own, and no monetary compensation was received for this review.

[Sharee · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely loved Partly Cloudy with Scattered Worries. It is a very good read for every person who struggles with worry, perfectionism and understanding God’s overpowering love. In this book, Ms. Miller stresses the importance of understanding how God’s perfect love ensures the unnecessary need for worry. She talks about how unrealistic expectations of ourselves creates a foundation for worry to breed and fester. I found the book to be not only informational, but entertaining as well. There are so many important and life changing areas she addresses.
A great quote from the book states, “We can believe that worry for our loved ones does something – communicates love, at least – but that’s not true.” How often we think that by worrying over a loved one, we are demonstrating love. What she states instead is that worry is really unbelief that God is in control.
I thoroughly enjoyed Partly Cloudy with Scattered Worries. She talks about prayer and revisiting how we approach God with our worries and concerns through our prayers. Changing them from to do or complaint lists to casting our cares with aggression and not passivity. Ms. Miller doesn’t gloss over problems and say we shouldn’t have them, rather she talks about seeing the bigger picture and trusting in God’s sovereignty in everything we experience.
Ms. Miller also talks about regrets, forgiveness and ultimately trusting God. With wonderful quotes from people like Joyce Meyer, Charles Swindoll and Rick Warren, Partly Cloudy with Scattered Worries gives practical tips, advice and instruction on the issues women face with the debilitating disease of worry.
Finally Ms. Miller states that God is “experienced, extravagant, exacting and expeditious.” He is trustworthy and cares for his children greatly. This is definitely a great book and highly recommended.
I received this book from the Book Club Network in exchange for my honest opinion.

[Mary · Rating 5 out of 5]

“Partly Cloudy with Scattered Worries” is a great title that describes the book well. Kathy Collard Miller has written a book filled with practical advice, biblical facts and honest stories. She teaches us that even though life is full of storms, what we do with those storms is what can set us apart from our worries!

Do I let a small rain shower, or a small problem, fear or worry ruin my day? Or can I take it in stride, confide in God, and trust Him to give me peace? Miller helped me understand the difference between reacting in peace and trust, versus reacting with fear and worry. Obviously peace and trust is the way I should react to the situations life tosses my way, but practicing that is not always easy.

“Partly Cloudy with Scattered Worries” is filled with scripture, study questions and even letters from God. The book is very encouraging and teaches people to turn to God to care for each and every situation. Prayer and God’s word are very powerful tools, and they are the best tools available to combat worry!
I received a copy of this book through the “For Readers Only” group at The Book Club Network, in exchange for my honest review.

[Tima · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you are a worrier, someone who fears the unknown, or just get the occasional trail, check out this book. The author has taken something that overcomes each of us from time to time and written the steps to not only overcoming, but also finding peace in Christ.

Written as if conversing with a friend, the author has chosen to bring you into some of the painful portions of her life to show how healing the power of God is. Her writing is filled with Biblical references, personal experiences, and practical solutions. Since I tend to worry a bit more than I should, I found the book to be very helpful in pinpointing some of the triggers for my worries. Even if you don't consider yourself a worrier, check out the book. It can be a blessing to anyone.

I received this book free of charge from Book Club Network in exchange for my honest review.

[Dianne Butts · Rating 4 out of 5]

Kathy Collard Miller's easy-to-read style and open, candid stories of her own struggles in her not-always-perfect life as a Christian wife and mother bring timeless truths to life that we can apply to our own lives--no matter how unique our struggles and circumstances.

As an always-hungry student of the Word, I love how Kathy leads us deeper into God's Word through studying original meanings of Bible words, studying the true stories of women in the Bible, and the discussion or application questions at the end of each chapter.

Partly Cloudy with Scattered Worries: Finding Peace in All Kinds of Weather is a valuable resource for anyone trying to navigate the storms in life and wanting to do so with God.

[Kimberly · Rating 5 out of 5]

Partly Cloudy with Scattered Worries by Kathy Collard Miller helps guide the reader through obstacles they may come across in their lives. She weaves letters from God, stories from real-life experiences, and discussion questions to help comprehend the contents of the chapter.
With this book on my reference shelf, I know that I, also, can overcome any scattered worries that come my way.
I was given this book by bookfun.org and the author in exchange for my honest review.

[Ruth · Rating 3 out of 5]

prima leesbaar boek, met goede tips en grappige anekdotes, maar wel veel herhalingen en alle voorbeelden lopen goed af, dat vind ik wat minder realistisch.

[Donna]

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Beautifully written and it is nice to know that I am not the only one that struggles with my faith.