But God Can: How to Stop Striving and Live Purposefully and Abundantly

by Becky Kiser

Tired of trying to be enough? The truth is you were never meant to be, no matter what culture might tell you.

Christian women today are bombarded with confusing messaging–they are supposed to do and be it all but also die to themselves. They are supposed to believe that women can do anything and also surrender everything to God. Adding to that pressure, many women feel stuck in their current reality–spinning on the hamster wheel of life. They scroll past images that tell them everyone else has it together and is experiencing a purpose-filled, adventurous, fun, loving, and God-honoring life. Overwhelmed and at a loss, most women go one of two defeat or self-help empowerment, even Christian self-help.

In Becky Kiser's But God Can, women realize this on their own, she was never meant to be enough—that is the gospel message, that is why Jesus came. But God Can get her unstuck and find a purpose she has never known! She will identify the lies she's internalized, replace those with new truths, and find freedom through realistic, practical, and life-changing strategies.

Becky Kiser will use her foundation as a Bible teacher and unique skills as a life coach to take women on a journey to

find freedom from lies as she changes how she thinks,identify what God says is actually true,remember that God is more than capable of doing anything,discover how He has uniquely created her, andpropel her into the abundant life of deep purpose. 

But God Can will show you that you don't have to be enough because God is more than enough! On your own, you can't, but God totally can!

Genres: Christian Non Fiction

Kindle Edition

Published May 7, 2024

Reviews

[Kendra Neal · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoy Christian Living Books are they are encouraging and helpful for my Spiritual Journey. But God Can: How to Stop Striving and Live Purposefully and Abundantly by Becky Kiser is the latest book in this genre that I have read.

WOW, this book really HIT me in a GREAT WAY! I am the type of person who wants to "DO IT ALL" and always on the go to get things done. I know I get overwhelmed and exhausted, but I continue on. I sometimes do this out of "Trying to Prove Myself". Becky Kiser has written this book to let us women know that we don't have to do it ALL, GOD CAN and WILL help us to do it. I really like the layout of this book. The book is divided into 3 parts: Forget the Former Things, Let God Do a New Thing and Finding Your Way in Your Wilderness. At the end of each chapter are A Prayer, Questions for Reflection, and "Hearers and Doers" challenge. I really LOVE when a book has actions at the end of each chapter, as it really helps me reflect and dig deeper into self reflection. This book really helped me see that I AM ENOUGH and that my worth doesn't come from being "overwhelmed and doing it all", but my Worth is found in Jesus!! I HIGHLY recommend this book to any Woman who needs in encouragement that they ARE ENOUGH and GOD CAN help us get through life without us doing it all! GREAT BOOK!

[Hilary · Rating 4 out of 5]

The book is divided into 3 parts: Forget the Former Things, Let God Do a New Thing and Finding Your Way in Your Wilderness. There are 19 chapters total, and each chapter ends with a prayer, process (questions for self reflection) and Hearers & Doers challenge (some action steps). Within each chapter, she also asks you questions based on the topic of the chapter. One of my favorite chapters was chapter 4 - Think Differently. Becky challenges you to list out the lies you have believed about yourself, and ask yourself “What might have caused me to think this?”. Eventually, you are tasked with coming up with some truth to combat the lies. I love this sort of work because you don’t realize how many lies you tell yourself, and how by reframing those lies into truth, you are loving yourself and giving yourself grace. This book had a lot of helpful reflection opportunities that helped me apply what was being learned.

I read this as an ebook, but I’d recommend a physical copy so you can answer the questions within the book itself (unless you don’t mind taking notes in a separate notebook).

Special thanks to Thomas Nelson and NetGalley for providing this ARC!

[Cover Lover Book Review · Rating 4 out of 5]

I like a non-fiction self-help book that truly makes you think—and “But God Can” by Becky Kiser certainly does.

The book is organized in three parts: Forget the Former Things, Let God Do a New Thing, and Finding Your Way in the Wilderness. The conversational tone of these messages is enjoyable and approachable, and I like how they prompt me dig deep, reflect, and grow.

Each chapter helps me learn something new about myself—through my own eyes, and through God’s. And some of the most powerful parts are the prayers, questions, and challenges at the end of each chapter.

If you’ve ever felt like you aren’t enough (and who hasn’t at some point?) this book is sure to encourage and inspire you and make you see yourself, your worth, and your importance a bit differently.

First Line: Sometimes we are so intent on moving forward that we refuse to look back.
Genre: Christian Self-Help
Author: Becky Kiser
Page Count: 256

#CoverLoverBookReview received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions are 100% mine.

[Sarah · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have been reading it slowly over the past few nights. It has really good, probing questions to help you uncover false beliefs and unresolved problems.
Several times while reading, I heard God say, “Put this book down and talk to me about your answer to the question.” That’s the sign of a powerful book, don’t you think?
Though it goes deep and has some great personal stories, you really feel like you are just talking with a girlfriend who gets you, even with no makeup and your sloppy clothes on. That’s a great reading setting for transformative heart and mind work.
I am truly enjoying this book that’s making an impact on my healing journey.

[Margaret Schneiderman · Rating 3 out of 5]

I felt very encouraged by the author of this book. I particularly liked the second and third parts of the book. I felt like I don't have enough trouble in my life for part one. I hope I can remember some of the information covered if I do encounter difficulty. I liked how much the author shared of her story, her many references to bible verses and stories, and the questions throughout each chapter (not just at the end).
Self-compassion is a goal for me. I definitely self talk in ways I wouldn't to any other person.

[Sue Knox · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really good and interesting with information