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You're Already Amazing: Embracing Who You Are, Becoming All God Created You to Be
Read the Wall Street Journal bestselling book that has helped close to 100,000 women embrace who they are and become all they're created to be. With this heart-to-heart message, licensed counselor and certified life coach Holley Gerth invites you to embrace one very important truth--that you truly are already amazing. Like a trusted friend, Holley gently shows you how to forget the lies and expectations the world feeds you and instead believe that God loves you and has even bigger plans for your life than you've even imagined. "This is a book for every woman who needs to find her way back to hope, Jesus, and everything she was made to be in Christ. Holley Gerth is a fresh voice for every woman--she echoes the voice of our Father." - Ann Voskamp, New York Times bestselling author of One Thousand Gifts
226 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2012
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June 10, 2017
I listened to another audio from Holley Garth a couple months ago and really enjoyed her positivity and work on acceptance. This one was just as positive and full of self-reflection and practical advice. I will refer back to it when I need a lift. 😊
May 15, 2012
MY REVIEW:
I had been hearing a lot about this book around the blog/twitter sphere but didn't really plan on reading it. That was until I saw a review where someone brought up some concerns. So when Revell offered to send my a review copy I decided to take the time to see first-hand what this book was all about.
The whole idea is that because of your identity in Christ you are already amazing. In other words you do not have to do anything to earn His grace. Sounds great, right? While I have wanted to see a book that would handle the topic of a believers identity in Christ in a "rubber-meets-the-road" kind of way, I thought this book did it a little too much. In other words, there were plenty of quizes and interactive aids and not enough sound theological teaching.
You're Already Amazing looks at all the positives of who we are now instead of taking time to lay the foundation of who we first were without Christ. That may seem great and you may wonder why I would be concerned about a book being too positive. But the problem is that if we don't understand who we are - sinful beings who's hearts are deceitful beyond our own understanding according to Jeremiah 17:9 - we can not appreciate who our Savior is and why we need one so desperately. Unfortunately this book was too much about how great you and I are and not enough on how great our Savior is.
One specific point that really bothered me is that the book opens with the assumption that the reader is a daughter of God and never really clearly presents the gospel or shares how one might accept the gift of His salvation. I understand that most women who read this will most likely have a personal relationship with Christ...but what if they don't? I highly respect how Elyse Fitzpatrick handles this exact situation in her book Because He Loves Me and would highly recommend you read it. It may be a bit deeper and not quite as much "fun" to read as this book, but you'll have a sound foundation to build from after you have done so.
As a Biblical Counselor (in the process of becoming NANC certified) I don't agree with the integration of secular methods and thinking that are woven into what Biblical content is in this book. I personally can't recommend this book. However, Holley has many creative tools and ways of helping you figure out your strengths and more. If you want to read this book as a way of figuring out some of your abilities, it has the aids to help you.
If you want to understand your identity in Christ and better wrap your mind around God's grace then I HIGHLY recommend Because He Loves me and Jesus + Nothing = Everything. Both are fabulous books!
I had been hearing a lot about this book around the blog/twitter sphere but didn't really plan on reading it. That was until I saw a review where someone brought up some concerns. So when Revell offered to send my a review copy I decided to take the time to see first-hand what this book was all about.
The whole idea is that because of your identity in Christ you are already amazing. In other words you do not have to do anything to earn His grace. Sounds great, right? While I have wanted to see a book that would handle the topic of a believers identity in Christ in a "rubber-meets-the-road" kind of way, I thought this book did it a little too much. In other words, there were plenty of quizes and interactive aids and not enough sound theological teaching.
You're Already Amazing looks at all the positives of who we are now instead of taking time to lay the foundation of who we first were without Christ. That may seem great and you may wonder why I would be concerned about a book being too positive. But the problem is that if we don't understand who we are - sinful beings who's hearts are deceitful beyond our own understanding according to Jeremiah 17:9 - we can not appreciate who our Savior is and why we need one so desperately. Unfortunately this book was too much about how great you and I are and not enough on how great our Savior is.
One specific point that really bothered me is that the book opens with the assumption that the reader is a daughter of God and never really clearly presents the gospel or shares how one might accept the gift of His salvation. I understand that most women who read this will most likely have a personal relationship with Christ...but what if they don't? I highly respect how Elyse Fitzpatrick handles this exact situation in her book Because He Loves Me and would highly recommend you read it. It may be a bit deeper and not quite as much "fun" to read as this book, but you'll have a sound foundation to build from after you have done so.
As a Biblical Counselor (in the process of becoming NANC certified) I don't agree with the integration of secular methods and thinking that are woven into what Biblical content is in this book. I personally can't recommend this book. However, Holley has many creative tools and ways of helping you figure out your strengths and more. If you want to read this book as a way of figuring out some of your abilities, it has the aids to help you.
If you want to understand your identity in Christ and better wrap your mind around God's grace then I HIGHLY recommend Because He Loves me and Jesus + Nothing = Everything. Both are fabulous books!
December 3, 2012
Ok. The title is cheesy and the author's "go girl" quips are tiring (I just can't talk like that....), but it does have some value in a world where confidence is hard to come by and I needed to hear something good about me. As with all my trips to the book store I went in without the intention of buying anything for myself because I was looking for resources for a college girl I'm mentoring and meeting with tomorrow, but I picked this up because the word "amazing" is not one I'd choose for myself and when I read the first chapter in the store sentences like "I try so hard and I just fall further behind" and "Everyone else has something to offer but me. God must be so disappointed" or "You could never be enough" sounded a lot like what I hear from others, the Great Liar and myself on a daily basis. I felt that old ache and tears came without warning. And I just thought I'd like to believe what the author says about us. That I matter. That no one can take my place because God made just one of me and the world needs me as I am. That I don't have to wrestle with my insecurities or live up to the impossible standards I've created or the ones that have been expected of me. Of course, logic (and the knowledge of my standing with God) rejects these lies, but emotions are the last thing to follow logic.
This book hasn't fixed anything, but there are some areas that did some good. The chapter on "Where Am I Going" was helpful. I struggle with control (because I have little to none in my family life) and patience (I have this idea in my head that I've waited long enough to have the blessings I would have thought God would want for me too). It's good to be reminded that every person's life is the road less traveled because God has a specific journey for your life that nobody else is ever going to walk. And that He'll get you exactly where you need to go. The author uses the story of the Israelites to demonstrate the different stages God has you in: when you're in Egypt (bondage, out of control, oppressed, separated from God's presence), when you're encamped (waiting, God may seem silent, doors aren't opening, feeling the need to rest or heal), setting out (God seems to be speaking and guiding, doors open, sensing the need for change) and The Promised Land (a desire or prayer answered, a sense of being where you belong, joy and anticipation, and passion to possess and defend what's been given to you). Different aspects of life will be in different areas between Egypt and the Promised Land. I've found that to be true for me, but the area I'm most concerned about is one that I've been encamped in for what seems like a long time. And it's very very important to me. The problem (and blessing) is that God is going to answer my prayers and my desires in this area. I know this for certain now after much prayer, thought, dialogue with other Christian women I trust, and testing. I know without a doubt what God has in store--He told me more than once. And it's a little scary, but wonderful. I'm a "get going" kind of girl when I hear something this clear from God and yet, despite His very clear answer, He's asking me to wait. I hate waiting, which is why this is a problem. I’m no stranger to waiting and I’m not a stranger to God telling me to have patience before I take the next step. And as I look back over all this time of encampment I can see the necessary steps and work He’s done in me and how it all serves a greater purpose. The book explains that there are many reasons why we need to wait.
The first reason God might have us wait is because we’re weary. Just like Elijah in 1 Kings, people can be between two very big events that God has for life. The most merciful thing He can make us do is rest before the second push. That was true for me at first. I needed rest and found it in Him.
The second reason is because we’re healing. God has had me do a lot of that too. It’s painful, but necessary. Without healing you cannot forgive the hurts. I’ve done both, but there are times when I was very surprised at the amount of healing needed and didn’t even realize I still had my guard up. The author talks of an experience of hers that feels just like mine:
But then, softly, a whisper comes, “Put down your sword.”
And I notice, for the first time, how my heart has stood in ready-to-fight position for so long, stiff, waiting to dodge the next blow.
I relent and something inside clatters to the ground. I see the wounds, still fresh, not noticed in the heat of the battle. I touch them tentatively. Cover protectively.
Then again, softly within…
“If I will wash your feet, will I not wash your wounds?”
I have a choice. Drop my guard or guard my hurts.
I choose the first.
And His hand touches all that aches, His voice whispers truth, His love wipes around, over, down. It stings a little. I flinch with old fear. But slowly I relax, lean into Him, remember the time before the war, and I know it is finished.
Personally, I connect with that more than I desire. I have armor. Lots of it. And for me the weight of the armor is more comfortable than the alternative. But I’ve set my sword aside too. I’ve dropped the breastplate. My heart is exposed. And vulnerable. I find myself going back and forth between picking up my shield and throwing it aside when it comes to the people that I love and love me. I read a situation or conversation quickly and decide. I’m sure it’s quite confusing and comical to others, but I’m tired of hurting and this book cuts to the heart of that.
The other reasons according to the book are because we’re being prepared or it’s just not time yet. We’re always growing so I don’t think that any of us are ever really prepared fully. God does the necessary work, but if we waited for perfection in ourselves and others to finally move we’d all be at a standstill. I struggle with “it’s just not time yet” because in my case there’s no logical explanation for the delay. As the book indicates, God is simply doing his thing. And when this happens the author is right that the enemy slips in and tells us all sorts of nonsense such as, “If you were a better person, then this would have worked out by now.” I hear that one all day. Phil. 1:6 helps with this. I should write it on my forehead.
The other great thing about this cheesy book is that it helps lift all the unhealthy guilt, condemnation, and insecurities. It addresses that it’s okay to need others (I still hate admitting that I do). We’re relational beings and God created us to be in community with others. The author uses the creation story to point out that after He created the world and declared it “good” that he soon declares that being alone is “not good” which indicates that being alone or without love and support was never the plan. I don’t have to feel bad that I need and desire human bonds. We often think that if our relationship with God were stronger then we wouldn’t be lonely. Well, my relationship with Jesus is very strong and I’m still very lonely. As the author states: “Why was Adam being alone not good? Because it’s not like God. Father. Son. Holy Spirit. The kingdom we serve in is one of love, relationship, and intimacy. We’re not made for each other, but we’re certainly made to share life with each other.”
The Last thing that I’ll comment on is the section of why we hold back. We hold back because we’re afraid we won’t be loved. That is my greatest fear because I’ve found that people stop loving me the second one thing isn’t perfect or just right. Living up to the checklists others have is exhausting. I’m glad that God looks at the heart and asks me to love all but only please One. That I’m enough because He’s enough in me.
The book is cheesy with all the “go sister” talk, but sometimes a woman just needs to hear what’s good. I’d recommend this to any woman with any insecurity in their soul—and all people have insecurity.
This book hasn't fixed anything, but there are some areas that did some good. The chapter on "Where Am I Going" was helpful. I struggle with control (because I have little to none in my family life) and patience (I have this idea in my head that I've waited long enough to have the blessings I would have thought God would want for me too). It's good to be reminded that every person's life is the road less traveled because God has a specific journey for your life that nobody else is ever going to walk. And that He'll get you exactly where you need to go. The author uses the story of the Israelites to demonstrate the different stages God has you in: when you're in Egypt (bondage, out of control, oppressed, separated from God's presence), when you're encamped (waiting, God may seem silent, doors aren't opening, feeling the need to rest or heal), setting out (God seems to be speaking and guiding, doors open, sensing the need for change) and The Promised Land (a desire or prayer answered, a sense of being where you belong, joy and anticipation, and passion to possess and defend what's been given to you). Different aspects of life will be in different areas between Egypt and the Promised Land. I've found that to be true for me, but the area I'm most concerned about is one that I've been encamped in for what seems like a long time. And it's very very important to me. The problem (and blessing) is that God is going to answer my prayers and my desires in this area. I know this for certain now after much prayer, thought, dialogue with other Christian women I trust, and testing. I know without a doubt what God has in store--He told me more than once. And it's a little scary, but wonderful. I'm a "get going" kind of girl when I hear something this clear from God and yet, despite His very clear answer, He's asking me to wait. I hate waiting, which is why this is a problem. I’m no stranger to waiting and I’m not a stranger to God telling me to have patience before I take the next step. And as I look back over all this time of encampment I can see the necessary steps and work He’s done in me and how it all serves a greater purpose. The book explains that there are many reasons why we need to wait.
The first reason God might have us wait is because we’re weary. Just like Elijah in 1 Kings, people can be between two very big events that God has for life. The most merciful thing He can make us do is rest before the second push. That was true for me at first. I needed rest and found it in Him.
The second reason is because we’re healing. God has had me do a lot of that too. It’s painful, but necessary. Without healing you cannot forgive the hurts. I’ve done both, but there are times when I was very surprised at the amount of healing needed and didn’t even realize I still had my guard up. The author talks of an experience of hers that feels just like mine:
But then, softly, a whisper comes, “Put down your sword.”
And I notice, for the first time, how my heart has stood in ready-to-fight position for so long, stiff, waiting to dodge the next blow.
I relent and something inside clatters to the ground. I see the wounds, still fresh, not noticed in the heat of the battle. I touch them tentatively. Cover protectively.
Then again, softly within…
“If I will wash your feet, will I not wash your wounds?”
I have a choice. Drop my guard or guard my hurts.
I choose the first.
And His hand touches all that aches, His voice whispers truth, His love wipes around, over, down. It stings a little. I flinch with old fear. But slowly I relax, lean into Him, remember the time before the war, and I know it is finished.
Personally, I connect with that more than I desire. I have armor. Lots of it. And for me the weight of the armor is more comfortable than the alternative. But I’ve set my sword aside too. I’ve dropped the breastplate. My heart is exposed. And vulnerable. I find myself going back and forth between picking up my shield and throwing it aside when it comes to the people that I love and love me. I read a situation or conversation quickly and decide. I’m sure it’s quite confusing and comical to others, but I’m tired of hurting and this book cuts to the heart of that.
The other reasons according to the book are because we’re being prepared or it’s just not time yet. We’re always growing so I don’t think that any of us are ever really prepared fully. God does the necessary work, but if we waited for perfection in ourselves and others to finally move we’d all be at a standstill. I struggle with “it’s just not time yet” because in my case there’s no logical explanation for the delay. As the book indicates, God is simply doing his thing. And when this happens the author is right that the enemy slips in and tells us all sorts of nonsense such as, “If you were a better person, then this would have worked out by now.” I hear that one all day. Phil. 1:6 helps with this. I should write it on my forehead.
The other great thing about this cheesy book is that it helps lift all the unhealthy guilt, condemnation, and insecurities. It addresses that it’s okay to need others (I still hate admitting that I do). We’re relational beings and God created us to be in community with others. The author uses the creation story to point out that after He created the world and declared it “good” that he soon declares that being alone is “not good” which indicates that being alone or without love and support was never the plan. I don’t have to feel bad that I need and desire human bonds. We often think that if our relationship with God were stronger then we wouldn’t be lonely. Well, my relationship with Jesus is very strong and I’m still very lonely. As the author states: “Why was Adam being alone not good? Because it’s not like God. Father. Son. Holy Spirit. The kingdom we serve in is one of love, relationship, and intimacy. We’re not made for each other, but we’re certainly made to share life with each other.”
The Last thing that I’ll comment on is the section of why we hold back. We hold back because we’re afraid we won’t be loved. That is my greatest fear because I’ve found that people stop loving me the second one thing isn’t perfect or just right. Living up to the checklists others have is exhausting. I’m glad that God looks at the heart and asks me to love all but only please One. That I’m enough because He’s enough in me.
The book is cheesy with all the “go sister” talk, but sometimes a woman just needs to hear what’s good. I’d recommend this to any woman with any insecurity in their soul—and all people have insecurity.
July 2, 2012
As if the title isn't enough to make you feel better ... this book delivers what it promises. If you only buy one non-fiction book in 2012, this needs to be it!
I had to read this book much slower than I usually read review books. It was loaded with nuggets of truth my soul needed to hear. Things like ... "As I did, it seemed God whispered to my soul, "You think you have to take what's broken and make it perfect in order to be used by me. But I think in a completely different way. I took what was perfect, my Son, and made him broken so that you could be whole. And because you belong to him, your brokenness can bring healing to others too."
Holley writes in a very easy, smooth manner to reach out to your heart and plant truths that can be life changing. I believe
every woman needs to read this book at some time in their life. She places thought provoking questions along the chapters and brief exercises to walk through the message she's presenting. The book handles so many areas that a woman faces - who we are really, why can't I believe the message that I am amazing, my feelings and emotions, my relationships and connections, where I am going in this life, taking care of myself, and what God really wants me to remember from this lesson. At the end of the book is a guide to take the learning deeper as a group or individual.
If you are a woman and you love God, but have struggled to feel content with who you are, how you act or behave and how you relate to the body of Christ - you need to read this book. Holley is gifted in the heart-to-heart talks.
And if you need a little heart to heart today visit Holley on her blog and let her wisdom, gentle spirit and good-girl fun inspire you instantly.
I had to read this book much slower than I usually read review books. It was loaded with nuggets of truth my soul needed to hear. Things like ... "As I did, it seemed God whispered to my soul, "You think you have to take what's broken and make it perfect in order to be used by me. But I think in a completely different way. I took what was perfect, my Son, and made him broken so that you could be whole. And because you belong to him, your brokenness can bring healing to others too."
Holley writes in a very easy, smooth manner to reach out to your heart and plant truths that can be life changing. I believe
every woman needs to read this book at some time in their life. She places thought provoking questions along the chapters and brief exercises to walk through the message she's presenting. The book handles so many areas that a woman faces - who we are really, why can't I believe the message that I am amazing, my feelings and emotions, my relationships and connections, where I am going in this life, taking care of myself, and what God really wants me to remember from this lesson. At the end of the book is a guide to take the learning deeper as a group or individual.
If you are a woman and you love God, but have struggled to feel content with who you are, how you act or behave and how you relate to the body of Christ - you need to read this book. Holley is gifted in the heart-to-heart talks.
And if you need a little heart to heart today visit Holley on her blog and let her wisdom, gentle spirit and good-girl fun inspire you instantly.
April 5, 2012
Though the title is admittedly cheesy, I truly feel like God led me to this book. I wandered into Baker Books feeling a little down and needing something to remind me that my life right now was a-okay. This book fit perfectly with the help I needed to understand who God created me to be and how I can embrace that and live accordingly. I highly recommend it, especially to women in their 20s wondering what on earth God is doing with their life.
January 3, 2026
Second time reading this book. I still love it and learn from it. Not trying to change yourself, just using the talents God gave you for him. Its also about not burning yourself out or trying to do things not meant for you to do. Since Holley is an introvert she certainly understands.
April 16, 2012
It's easy to get caught up in the illusion of perfection, that we try to often be more than is humanely possible.
Maybe we are people-pleasers and find ourselves, passively saying yes, when often we should say no, or don't speak up when we should and find ourselves in situations or living in a life that we truly aren't meant to be.
"You're Already Amazing: Embracing Who You Are, Becoming All God Created You to Be", is about being the woman, the wife, the daughter, the mother, God has created you to be and not based on other's ideas, plans or thoughts.
Filled with encouraging scripture, personal ancedotes,""You're Already Amazing: Embracing Who You Are, Becoming All God Created You to Be" is for the moms, the working women, the mothers, the daughter, the wife, just the woman, that God has created you to be and struggling to understand how you fit in with everyone and everything else that is going on.
This is an eleven chapter book that at the end has a, "Go Deeper" study guide, that will help women work to the realization of how important they are in God's eye and the importance they do have. Many often struggle with emotions of low self-esteem, acceptance, rejection and loneliness and,"You're Already Amazing: Embracing Who You Are, Becoming All God Created You to Be" doesn't deliver an instant, read this, problems be solved, but bring to women, the much needed feeling of deliverance of how important and yes, really amazing they are at the end of the day.
Holly provides a warm and very personable style to her writing and as the reader reads through this book, Holly provides sound biblical advice with a great, "pick me up" suggestions to work through the issues and feelings that many women may find themselves carrying within them and seek to find freedom from.
Reading, "You're Already Amazing: Embracing Who You Are, Becoming All God Created You to Be", the reader will feel as if this was written just for them and makes, "You're Already Amazing: Embracing Who You Are, Becoming All God Created You to Be" a book that Christian women should take the time to read, either as an individual or in a group. Its about, there are storms in our lives, our lives may not be perfect and we won't always be able to smile, but God is going to see us through and in the meantime...discover how we ARE amazing already and its not about the need for cosmetic surgery, clothes, riches, or whatever we try to fill our lives with, but by seeing, embracing and becoming all that we all in and through our Father in Heaven.
****Thank you to Donna Hausler of Baker Publishing for the opportunity to read and review this book****
Maybe we are people-pleasers and find ourselves, passively saying yes, when often we should say no, or don't speak up when we should and find ourselves in situations or living in a life that we truly aren't meant to be.
"You're Already Amazing: Embracing Who You Are, Becoming All God Created You to Be", is about being the woman, the wife, the daughter, the mother, God has created you to be and not based on other's ideas, plans or thoughts.
Filled with encouraging scripture, personal ancedotes,""You're Already Amazing: Embracing Who You Are, Becoming All God Created You to Be" is for the moms, the working women, the mothers, the daughter, the wife, just the woman, that God has created you to be and struggling to understand how you fit in with everyone and everything else that is going on.
This is an eleven chapter book that at the end has a, "Go Deeper" study guide, that will help women work to the realization of how important they are in God's eye and the importance they do have. Many often struggle with emotions of low self-esteem, acceptance, rejection and loneliness and,"You're Already Amazing: Embracing Who You Are, Becoming All God Created You to Be" doesn't deliver an instant, read this, problems be solved, but bring to women, the much needed feeling of deliverance of how important and yes, really amazing they are at the end of the day.
Holly provides a warm and very personable style to her writing and as the reader reads through this book, Holly provides sound biblical advice with a great, "pick me up" suggestions to work through the issues and feelings that many women may find themselves carrying within them and seek to find freedom from.
Reading, "You're Already Amazing: Embracing Who You Are, Becoming All God Created You to Be", the reader will feel as if this was written just for them and makes, "You're Already Amazing: Embracing Who You Are, Becoming All God Created You to Be" a book that Christian women should take the time to read, either as an individual or in a group. Its about, there are storms in our lives, our lives may not be perfect and we won't always be able to smile, but God is going to see us through and in the meantime...discover how we ARE amazing already and its not about the need for cosmetic surgery, clothes, riches, or whatever we try to fill our lives with, but by seeing, embracing and becoming all that we all in and through our Father in Heaven.
****Thank you to Donna Hausler of Baker Publishing for the opportunity to read and review this book****
March 13, 2016
Before doing this study, I had never read (or even heard of Holley Gerth). Man, I have been missing out. Her wisdom and her willingness to share her journey and her heart for finding your passion and purpose in life will bless you immensely.
This Lifegrowth Guide will take you on a journey to discover your strengths, skills, how to handle your emotions and express them in a helpful way, think about your walk with God and where he's taken you thus far in your life, and so much more.
My favorite part of the study was developing my LIFE statement. Because of all the work you do with Holley in the first 4 sessions of the guide, you will be able to put your purpose into a statement to help guide you as you live out your passions. Creating this statement was incredibly insightful for me to look at and realize how I was already living out God's mission for me and how I can continue to say yes to the things that bring me joy and help me fulfill that mission.
This study will certainly change your life if you allow it to.
*I received an advanced copy of this book. This review is my own honest opinion.*
This Lifegrowth Guide will take you on a journey to discover your strengths, skills, how to handle your emotions and express them in a helpful way, think about your walk with God and where he's taken you thus far in your life, and so much more.
My favorite part of the study was developing my LIFE statement. Because of all the work you do with Holley in the first 4 sessions of the guide, you will be able to put your purpose into a statement to help guide you as you live out your passions. Creating this statement was incredibly insightful for me to look at and realize how I was already living out God's mission for me and how I can continue to say yes to the things that bring me joy and help me fulfill that mission.
This study will certainly change your life if you allow it to.
*I received an advanced copy of this book. This review is my own honest opinion.*
November 9, 2017
I wouldn't have opened it if it weren't free, but I find it hard to pass up a free book just the same as a free meal. For my trouble, and for enduring the author this guy "sweet sister" frequently, I got solid biblical counseling that would apply to either gender at any age.
July 16, 2013
This book had the message that I needed at the moment I needed it most.
March 17, 2017
This book came at a time in my life when I desperately needed to hear it's message and to be reminded that I am God's treasure. The basic theme was centered on the fact that we are God's creation and he has given us an abundance of gifts, talents, and character/personality that are all beautiful. It also dealt with some of the things that can hold us back from reaching our full potential. Things like: self doubt and self shaming, trying to measure up or comparing ourselves to others, and perfectionism.
As someone who's struggled with all of the above, this book went a long way in helping me to accept myself as someone who is wonderfully talented and does, in fact, have something beautiful to offer the world. In this day and age of comparisons and movies and models and good girl Christians that work hard to appear like they have it all together to their peers, it can be so very easy to fall into the trap of always feeling like you just aren't good enough, pretty enough, creative enough... etc. This book helped me to completely let go of that mindset of comparing myself to others and seeing myself the way God sees me instead.
The one complaint that I have is just that sometimes the book was a bit too emotionally and mentally based. Not that it's wrong. I just, would have preferred to have a few more verses shared. Some chapters felt like they lacked any kind of biblical source and rather were more based on experiences of life in general. Nothing wrong with that, as I said. Just personal preference. I would have liked a bit more of God's word tucked into it all.
Aside from that, the book was still really great. And as I said, it helped me to work through some of my own struggles with valuing myself. The one thing I came away with after reading this book was one small, but powerful thought... How much could I do and how amazingly beautiful would I be if I stopped being afraid and just decided to be myself... all of me? How much joy and fulfillment would I have if I stopped letting fear hold me back and just rested in God and who I am in Him?
As someone who's struggled with all of the above, this book went a long way in helping me to accept myself as someone who is wonderfully talented and does, in fact, have something beautiful to offer the world. In this day and age of comparisons and movies and models and good girl Christians that work hard to appear like they have it all together to their peers, it can be so very easy to fall into the trap of always feeling like you just aren't good enough, pretty enough, creative enough... etc. This book helped me to completely let go of that mindset of comparing myself to others and seeing myself the way God sees me instead.
The one complaint that I have is just that sometimes the book was a bit too emotionally and mentally based. Not that it's wrong. I just, would have preferred to have a few more verses shared. Some chapters felt like they lacked any kind of biblical source and rather were more based on experiences of life in general. Nothing wrong with that, as I said. Just personal preference. I would have liked a bit more of God's word tucked into it all.
Aside from that, the book was still really great. And as I said, it helped me to work through some of my own struggles with valuing myself. The one thing I came away with after reading this book was one small, but powerful thought... How much could I do and how amazingly beautiful would I be if I stopped being afraid and just decided to be myself... all of me? How much joy and fulfillment would I have if I stopped letting fear hold me back and just rested in God and who I am in Him?
November 12, 2021
I take away something from Holley's writings. I've heard this elsewhere and a good reminder that there's nothing I can do to make God love me more and there's nothing I can do to make God love me less. His love for me is revolutionary and infinite.
June 10, 2023
I really loved this book, great read on the promises of God in us and how we already are destined for great things because of the author of our story :)
January 4, 2026
On of the most realistic self help books I have read. Also has participation pages.
November 22, 2025
amazing insights with practical applications
March 26, 2012
Holley Gerth in her new book, “You’re Already Amazing” published by Revell helps women Embracing Who You Are, Becoming All God Created You to Be.
From the Back Cover: Psst . . . pull up a chair and I’ll tell you a secret. You’d better lean in close for this one.
Ready?
You don’t have to do more, be more, have more.
I’m sure there are security alarms going off somewhere. You should probably hide this book when your in-laws come over.
But it’s true.
It’s the kind of true that will change your life, set you free, and make you wake up smiling for the first time in a long time. I know because that’s what it did for me. . . .
So watch out, sister. If you keep reading you just might be next.
With this heart-to-heart message, Holley Gerth invites you to embrace one very important truth–that you truly are already amazing. Like a trusted friend, Holley gently shows you how to forget the lies and expectations the world feeds you and instead believe that God loves you and has bigger plans for your life than you’ve even imagined.
The Dictionary defines “Amazing” as, “to affect with wonder”. Holley Gerth feels that women are already amazing or have the ability to affect others with wonder. This is true. The problem, however, lies in the way that women are taught and how they think. Ms. Gerth invites everyone to sit down with her and have a one-on-one with her over a cup of coffee. During this time she will help change the way that women have been taught and provide a new way of thinking. ”You’re Already Amazing” is a book for those who feel weak and those who feel strong and those that feel hopeless and those that have hope. Holley Gerth gives a book for every woman to discover who she is and what she was created to be.
If you would like to listen to interviews with other authors and professionals please go to www.kingdomhighlights.org where they are available On Demand.
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Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from Revell Publishers. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”
Available March 2012 at your favorite bookseller from Revell, a division of Baker Publishing Group.
From the Back Cover: Psst . . . pull up a chair and I’ll tell you a secret. You’d better lean in close for this one.
Ready?
You don’t have to do more, be more, have more.
I’m sure there are security alarms going off somewhere. You should probably hide this book when your in-laws come over.
But it’s true.
It’s the kind of true that will change your life, set you free, and make you wake up smiling for the first time in a long time. I know because that’s what it did for me. . . .
So watch out, sister. If you keep reading you just might be next.
With this heart-to-heart message, Holley Gerth invites you to embrace one very important truth–that you truly are already amazing. Like a trusted friend, Holley gently shows you how to forget the lies and expectations the world feeds you and instead believe that God loves you and has bigger plans for your life than you’ve even imagined.
The Dictionary defines “Amazing” as, “to affect with wonder”. Holley Gerth feels that women are already amazing or have the ability to affect others with wonder. This is true. The problem, however, lies in the way that women are taught and how they think. Ms. Gerth invites everyone to sit down with her and have a one-on-one with her over a cup of coffee. During this time she will help change the way that women have been taught and provide a new way of thinking. ”You’re Already Amazing” is a book for those who feel weak and those who feel strong and those that feel hopeless and those that have hope. Holley Gerth gives a book for every woman to discover who she is and what she was created to be.
If you would like to listen to interviews with other authors and professionals please go to www.kingdomhighlights.org where they are available On Demand.
To listen to 24 hours non-stop, commercial free Christian music please visit our internet radio station www.kingdomairwaves.org
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from Revell Publishers. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”
Available March 2012 at your favorite bookseller from Revell, a division of Baker Publishing Group.
April 7, 2012
Refreshing and engaging, Gerth tackles a multitude of issues with compassion and humour and an all important brightness of hope. You're Already Amazing reads as fluently as fiction and kept my attention riveted until the very end. It's the first time in a long while that I've read a non-fiction book cover to cover and all the while I felt like I was chatting with a really good friend. Exchanging ideas, problems, testimonies. Exploring who God is and what He wants me to become...and more importantly how much He loves me just the way I am. Right now. Today. Without apology.
Each chapter is divided into sub-sections that pack a punch but can be read in just a few minutes...if you can stand to put the book down, that is! Gerth's vibrant enthusiasm and passion exude off each page and it's clear to see the hand of God in her words and thoughts. You're Already Amazing will bless you again and again. Highly recommended to be read and shared by every woman in your life -- starting with you!
You might be interested in checking out Holley Gerth's blog:
http://www.holleygerth.com/
Or this great interview on Amish Wisdom (Suzanne Woods Fisher's wonderful radio show on toginet). Check out the Thursday March 15 show here:
http://toginet.com/podcasts/amishwisd...
"Book has been provided courtesy of Baker Publishing Group and Graf-Martin Communications, Inc. Available at your favourite bookseller from Revell, a division of Baker Publishing Group".
Each chapter is divided into sub-sections that pack a punch but can be read in just a few minutes...if you can stand to put the book down, that is! Gerth's vibrant enthusiasm and passion exude off each page and it's clear to see the hand of God in her words and thoughts. You're Already Amazing will bless you again and again. Highly recommended to be read and shared by every woman in your life -- starting with you!
You might be interested in checking out Holley Gerth's blog:
http://www.holleygerth.com/
Or this great interview on Amish Wisdom (Suzanne Woods Fisher's wonderful radio show on toginet). Check out the Thursday March 15 show here:
http://toginet.com/podcasts/amishwisd...
"Book has been provided courtesy of Baker Publishing Group and Graf-Martin Communications, Inc. Available at your favourite bookseller from Revell, a division of Baker Publishing Group".
August 31, 2014
This book was alright--if you can get through all the cheesiness, it actually does carry an encouraging message. Gerth seems like a likeable person despite her tendency to address the reader with phrases like "sweet girl". Overall, I didn't care much for her writing, but the book itself was fine. I think it is one of those where you have to shift through a lot of dirt to find the jewels you're looking for. I got things out of it and it made me think, so I give it three stars. It is hard for me to read these kinds of 'self-help' books, so that may also be a factor of my review. If you need a spiritual boost, this book may give you what you need. It is very encouraging--just be prepared to deal with a lot of cheesy and borderline-sexist comments as well.
June 11, 2013
There were lots of good points to glean from the book. I enjoyed the truth that was shared. It's not often that you see a message, outside of Scripture, that tells you Jesus loves you just as you are.
The part that make me rate it so low was that it was so incredibly cheesy. The author tried so hard to pretend we're best friends that it was irritating. I appreciate the way she was trying to come across, but it didn't work and was very distracting.
So, I would recommend it, but you have to have a very high tolerance for the stereotypical way women write to other women.
The part that make me rate it so low was that it was so incredibly cheesy. The author tried so hard to pretend we're best friends that it was irritating. I appreciate the way she was trying to come across, but it didn't work and was very distracting.
So, I would recommend it, but you have to have a very high tolerance for the stereotypical way women write to other women.
December 28, 2016
Holley Gerth is equal parts therapist, author, friend, and mentor. And she accomplishes all of these extraordinary feats through the pages of a book! "You're Already Amazing" is a wonderful guide through who you are, who you're meant to be, and who God is in your life. It is masterfully written and expertly executed.
July 3, 2012
Beautiful book, really reminds you that you are not alone in the everyday grind. God loves you the way that you are! He thinks your amazing already because he made you. Love it.
May 17, 2013
Love Holley's relational style.
April 3, 2013
This book feels like a giant hug. I absolutely loved it!
August 29, 2016
Holley Gerth is my favorite author.
November 15, 2017
Ok, I struggled with my rating on this one. I went through it to review as an elder of a church with a vibrant women's ministry. While there wasn't anything that I could call out as heresy, I ultimately really struggled with the title of the book and a few of the themes in the book that I would just point out as a caution, not a foul. I can see how the writer could engage a lot of females with her writing style and she was knowledgeable about a lot of women's issues.
Theme 1
I kept hearing "you are good just the way you are" and "the world needs you just the way you are". Giving the author credit, she often made sure to clarify that these statements are true because you have Christ in you. I just really struggle with telling people that they are "good to go" and "amazing". Christ is amazing, but I am still sinful and in need of His grace each day. I think we just need to be careful to not give people false hope that they are good as they are, but totally needy and dependent on Christ. If you use this book, just be careful with that theme.
Theme 2
The author speaks of hearing from God on things. This idea is rampant in Christian circles and especially in women's circles. The author did clarify in chapter 5 that hearing from God must align with Scripture. God will never contradict Himself. I am very cautious with the concept of "hearing from God" as that is so subjective. The canon of Scripture is closed and there is no further need of God to reveal more truth to us in order to be saved and live godly lives. He does convict us, teach us, and lead us though through the Holy Spirit and that is done through the use of Scripture. There are far too many people out there telling people to wait and hear from God as if God is going to reveal something specific to you such as which job to take or which person to marry. All of those decision should not be on waiting for some subjective sign but be run through the truth of Scripture. If you are not sure if you should marry that person look in the Bible: is he a believer, does he exhibit the fruits of the spirit, etc. God is not going to send you a private letter that tells you to marry person 1 versus person 2. Again, the author did clarify that everything you think you hear or feel should be run through Scripture: does what I am thinking align with the truth find in Scripture?
Theme 3
Emotions. I am sure there were several very practical helps in the book if you are a Christian women. It was obvious that some of it was lost on me being a male reader. I know the author was also trying to be an encouragement to many. Men too can easily beat themselves up or place unrealistic expectations on ourselves that can never be met. I did however, fear that the great amount of importance on emotions was somewhat problematic. Emotions are good, they are created by God, and they help us to experience many things. But they are often misguided, don't help us make good decisions, and susceptible to our sin nature. I think I was looking for a bit more discussion on how we have to be very careful with our emotions. Chapter 4 talks about God designing us with a "perfect set of emotions" to serve Him. I'm conflicted about that. While God's creation was very good, we are born in sin and everything is tainted by that fact. No one has perfect emotions. We should rely on Christ, not on our emotions. In fairness, the author did say that emotions can run the gamut of honoring to God all the way to sinful and what makes it bad is how we respond to situations. It's ok to be sad or angry if it does not cause you to sin. Emotions have to be balanced by God's truth. Again, nothing heretical necessarily, but something to be cautious with as you engage this book.
Overall, not a bad book, but I was a bit nervous on the above three themes in the book. I would say that if you decide to check this book out, just be aware of those themes and bounce everything against Scripture. I will say that the author did seem to have a good understanding of Scripture.
My main contention with the book was the title. I really think the title can say a lot and I was instantly suspicious when I read this title. It makes me think the content will tell me how amazing I am (period). If you go through the book, you see the author says that we are amazing only because of who dwells in us (Christ). Perhaps the author did this to get people to read the book, but I would have probably titled it something else.
Theme 1
I kept hearing "you are good just the way you are" and "the world needs you just the way you are". Giving the author credit, she often made sure to clarify that these statements are true because you have Christ in you. I just really struggle with telling people that they are "good to go" and "amazing". Christ is amazing, but I am still sinful and in need of His grace each day. I think we just need to be careful to not give people false hope that they are good as they are, but totally needy and dependent on Christ. If you use this book, just be careful with that theme.
Theme 2
The author speaks of hearing from God on things. This idea is rampant in Christian circles and especially in women's circles. The author did clarify in chapter 5 that hearing from God must align with Scripture. God will never contradict Himself. I am very cautious with the concept of "hearing from God" as that is so subjective. The canon of Scripture is closed and there is no further need of God to reveal more truth to us in order to be saved and live godly lives. He does convict us, teach us, and lead us though through the Holy Spirit and that is done through the use of Scripture. There are far too many people out there telling people to wait and hear from God as if God is going to reveal something specific to you such as which job to take or which person to marry. All of those decision should not be on waiting for some subjective sign but be run through the truth of Scripture. If you are not sure if you should marry that person look in the Bible: is he a believer, does he exhibit the fruits of the spirit, etc. God is not going to send you a private letter that tells you to marry person 1 versus person 2. Again, the author did clarify that everything you think you hear or feel should be run through Scripture: does what I am thinking align with the truth find in Scripture?
Theme 3
Emotions. I am sure there were several very practical helps in the book if you are a Christian women. It was obvious that some of it was lost on me being a male reader. I know the author was also trying to be an encouragement to many. Men too can easily beat themselves up or place unrealistic expectations on ourselves that can never be met. I did however, fear that the great amount of importance on emotions was somewhat problematic. Emotions are good, they are created by God, and they help us to experience many things. But they are often misguided, don't help us make good decisions, and susceptible to our sin nature. I think I was looking for a bit more discussion on how we have to be very careful with our emotions. Chapter 4 talks about God designing us with a "perfect set of emotions" to serve Him. I'm conflicted about that. While God's creation was very good, we are born in sin and everything is tainted by that fact. No one has perfect emotions. We should rely on Christ, not on our emotions. In fairness, the author did say that emotions can run the gamut of honoring to God all the way to sinful and what makes it bad is how we respond to situations. It's ok to be sad or angry if it does not cause you to sin. Emotions have to be balanced by God's truth. Again, nothing heretical necessarily, but something to be cautious with as you engage this book.
Overall, not a bad book, but I was a bit nervous on the above three themes in the book. I would say that if you decide to check this book out, just be aware of those themes and bounce everything against Scripture. I will say that the author did seem to have a good understanding of Scripture.
My main contention with the book was the title. I really think the title can say a lot and I was instantly suspicious when I read this title. It makes me think the content will tell me how amazing I am (period). If you go through the book, you see the author says that we are amazing only because of who dwells in us (Christ). Perhaps the author did this to get people to read the book, but I would have probably titled it something else.
March 27, 2018
When I listened to the first chapter, it felt like..."Yea, this will be the encouraging book I need!" It had a lot of message about, "relax, don't stress too much, just be who God made you and you're heading in the right direction". While that does tempt me to relax, it also makes me question the message. As I read the gospels, I don't get the feeling I should just relax, quit stressing and I'll be fine.
This book does have scriptural support for her ideas, but it's scattered. About one scripture per idea. I really prefer 3 or 4 to see affirmation that she did her research rather than had an idea and found a scripture that supported it. The ideas sound good and the scriptures seem to fit. She has a couple exercises you can do to help you--for that, I feel a print version of the book would be better. She describes some types of people planners/creative types and tells you what you can do to help become more effective without stressing and what temptations to watch out for. In some of her categories, I didn't feel I had a clear fit, but those organizations can be helpful.
The major hang-up for me, is lack of scriptural support. Two things that bothered me specifically
~where she said she wanted to know what God required of us because the Bible says we must do what's required of us, I like that she said it's what GOD requires, not what we require, but then she said she found the answer to what he requires by looking at one verse in Micah - act justly, love mercy and walk humbly with God. That's a good verse, but she said that's it. What about where Jesus says any one should come after him should deny himself, take up his cross and follow him? What about James saying that true religion is this, to look after orphans and widows in their distress and to keep from being polluted by the world, what about all the epistles that say we must persist in sharing the gospel, whether it's convenient or not? All these verses show me the complexity of following God...isn't that what we have a big thick Bible for?
~ In the final chapter she tells us that in Jeremiah 29, God promises US that he has good plans to prosper us. Looking at the context, that promise wasn't to US. It was to the exiles in Babylon. A few chapters away from that, he made a promise to the exiles living in Egypt--that he'd destroy them. Are we to adopt that promise too? Those contradict! This was just confirmation of my suspicion that this book, while a feel-good book that sounds good and includes related scriptures, was most likely written from a deductive perspective rather than an inductive one--scriptures were found to support the ideas rather than the ideas formulated from a thorough search to understand what the scriptures say. Because of this, I'm skeptical of coming to any theological conclusions from what I've heard in this book.
This book does have scriptural support for her ideas, but it's scattered. About one scripture per idea. I really prefer 3 or 4 to see affirmation that she did her research rather than had an idea and found a scripture that supported it. The ideas sound good and the scriptures seem to fit. She has a couple exercises you can do to help you--for that, I feel a print version of the book would be better. She describes some types of people planners/creative types and tells you what you can do to help become more effective without stressing and what temptations to watch out for. In some of her categories, I didn't feel I had a clear fit, but those organizations can be helpful.
The major hang-up for me, is lack of scriptural support. Two things that bothered me specifically
~where she said she wanted to know what God required of us because the Bible says we must do what's required of us, I like that she said it's what GOD requires, not what we require, but then she said she found the answer to what he requires by looking at one verse in Micah - act justly, love mercy and walk humbly with God. That's a good verse, but she said that's it. What about where Jesus says any one should come after him should deny himself, take up his cross and follow him? What about James saying that true religion is this, to look after orphans and widows in their distress and to keep from being polluted by the world, what about all the epistles that say we must persist in sharing the gospel, whether it's convenient or not? All these verses show me the complexity of following God...isn't that what we have a big thick Bible for?
~ In the final chapter she tells us that in Jeremiah 29, God promises US that he has good plans to prosper us. Looking at the context, that promise wasn't to US. It was to the exiles in Babylon. A few chapters away from that, he made a promise to the exiles living in Egypt--that he'd destroy them. Are we to adopt that promise too? Those contradict! This was just confirmation of my suspicion that this book, while a feel-good book that sounds good and includes related scriptures, was most likely written from a deductive perspective rather than an inductive one--scriptures were found to support the ideas rather than the ideas formulated from a thorough search to understand what the scriptures say. Because of this, I'm skeptical of coming to any theological conclusions from what I've heard in this book.
December 31, 2019
A friend of mine recently let me borrow this book and she told me she thought it would be a perfect read for me. I listened to what she had to say about it, and I decided that no matter how long it took to read, I was going to make time to read this book. And I'm so glad I did.
Holley Gerth brings you in as a friend with her simple words and her coffee-house-style conversations. I found myself nodding my head to many of the things in the book and also found myself in tears at several parts too. There were so many things that spoke to me in this book it's hard to pick just one thing to share with you, but here's one of my favorite quotes from the book:
"Hey, you... The one wondering if you've got strengths. You do. The one questioning if God really even wants to use you. He does. You've got gifts to offer the world. Things that are good and right and true. No one else can make a difference like you can. Like You already are. Dare to believe it. Dare to receive it. Stand tall, be strong, just go out there and be you in your own wonderful way. Today."
How amazing is does that sound? I think we as women tend to overthink things, we tend to look down on ourselves, and we tend to put ourselves last. This book helps us understand who we are, who God created us to be, and that no matter how hard our life is, God has a plan for us we just have to look for it.
Holley Gerth brings you in as a friend with her simple words and her coffee-house-style conversations. I found myself nodding my head to many of the things in the book and also found myself in tears at several parts too. There were so many things that spoke to me in this book it's hard to pick just one thing to share with you, but here's one of my favorite quotes from the book:
"Hey, you... The one wondering if you've got strengths. You do. The one questioning if God really even wants to use you. He does. You've got gifts to offer the world. Things that are good and right and true. No one else can make a difference like you can. Like You already are. Dare to believe it. Dare to receive it. Stand tall, be strong, just go out there and be you in your own wonderful way. Today."
How amazing is does that sound? I think we as women tend to overthink things, we tend to look down on ourselves, and we tend to put ourselves last. This book helps us understand who we are, who God created us to be, and that no matter how hard our life is, God has a plan for us we just have to look for it.
September 12, 2025
Simple book written to encourage woman. It felt personable and relatable. Short 152 page read with 9 chapters. I found it refreshing, encouraging, and like listening to a supportive friend encouraging me in my faith and identity in Christ. This book is full of grace and relief and helps to lift unnecessary burdens and expectations we place on ourselves as women.
Holly addresses common women struggles, fears, insecurities, and she was especially helpful in gently speaking to those type-A, controlling, or ‘wanting to have everything together’ personality types. The topics that I got the most encouragement/learned something from was the pages she addressed: perfectionism, worrying what others think, comparison, and expectations we place on ourselves.
Fairly simplistic read, I feel like this would be a great read for a high school girl or young adult especially. Though as a mom I still myself gained plenty of insight and encouragement!
Holly addresses common women struggles, fears, insecurities, and she was especially helpful in gently speaking to those type-A, controlling, or ‘wanting to have everything together’ personality types. The topics that I got the most encouragement/learned something from was the pages she addressed: perfectionism, worrying what others think, comparison, and expectations we place on ourselves.
Fairly simplistic read, I feel like this would be a great read for a high school girl or young adult especially. Though as a mom I still myself gained plenty of insight and encouragement!
November 9, 2017
I had no idea that this was a Christian novel. I just saw the title, "You're Already Amazing" and felt compelled to buy it!
Pros: This book was filled with positivity (most of the time) and encouragement for loving others and yourself. I know for me, growing up there was this unspoken rule that one shouldn't love themselves because it's selfish and sinful. Though the truth is you cannot love anyone fully if you don't love yourself fully because you will just project all your bottled up emotions and insecurities unknowingly onto the ones you love. I really love what this book stands for, wish more Christian books prompted self-love.
Cons: Sometimes it felt too "religious", it is a Christian book...but if you're more faith-based than religious you'll just have to skip over the sentences that are like that.
Overall, I recommend this book!
Pros: This book was filled with positivity (most of the time) and encouragement for loving others and yourself. I know for me, growing up there was this unspoken rule that one shouldn't love themselves because it's selfish and sinful. Though the truth is you cannot love anyone fully if you don't love yourself fully because you will just project all your bottled up emotions and insecurities unknowingly onto the ones you love. I really love what this book stands for, wish more Christian books prompted self-love.
Cons: Sometimes it felt too "religious", it is a Christian book...but if you're more faith-based than religious you'll just have to skip over the sentences that are like that.
Overall, I recommend this book!
December 11, 2024
Holley Gerth is a great author from whom to get Christian guidance. If you are a mom of a teenager, I think this is a great book to introduce to your daughter. I know that when I read it it boosted my self-esteem and made me feel cherished by the Most High.
Through this book, she convinced me that the way God made me is perfect and that He makes no mistakes or accidents. One of my favorite quotes from the book is, "God looks at you and says, she is loved, accepted, and valued" (Gerth 17). This book guided me through my insecurities and allowed me to respond to my inner thoughts about myself. Because of Holley Gerth's writing, I learned who I am (daughter of the King) and whose I am (God's).
This book includes pages for written responses to learn more about yourself, as well as charts and diagrams as visual aids.
Overall, this book is a great read for young girls who need some encouragement.
Through this book, she convinced me that the way God made me is perfect and that He makes no mistakes or accidents. One of my favorite quotes from the book is, "God looks at you and says, she is loved, accepted, and valued" (Gerth 17). This book guided me through my insecurities and allowed me to respond to my inner thoughts about myself. Because of Holley Gerth's writing, I learned who I am (daughter of the King) and whose I am (God's).
This book includes pages for written responses to learn more about yourself, as well as charts and diagrams as visual aids.
Overall, this book is a great read for young girls who need some encouragement.
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