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One More Step: Finding Strength When You Feel Like Giving Up
“We’ve all had situations in our lives where we just couldn’t see how we’d make it through another day. With this book, you’ll be encouraged and lifted up by Rachel, a friend who understands how to seek God’s strength and healing in the midst of the pain!” —Lysa TerKeurst, author of It’s Not Supposed to Be This WayLearn to overcome obstacles—one step at a time through your faith in God. Life often sends hard things our illness, financial struggles, broken relationships, and so many kinds of loss. Sometimes we can’t imagine a way forward. So how do we keep going when everything is going wrong? Rachel Wojo has learned that hope rises to greet us when we find the strength to take One. More. Step. Like you, Rachel has faced experiences that crushed her dreams of the perfect a failing marriage, a daughter’s heartbreaking diagnosis, and more. In this book she transparently shares her pain and empathizes with yours, then points you to the path of God’s Word, where you’ll find hope to carry you forward. One More Step gives you permission to ache freely—and helps you believe that life won’t always be this hard. No matter the circumstances you face, through these pages you’ll learn · run to God’s Word when discouragement strikes · replace feelings of despair with the truth of Scripture · persevere through out-of-control circumstances and gain a more intimate relationship with Jesus Rachel identifies the reasons you may tempted to quit and shows you where to find the courage to keep going, one step at a time. You’re not alone. So don’t give up. God won’t let you down. That’s a promise.
211 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 20, 2015
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About the author
Rachel Wojo
25 books47 followersAuthor also writes as Rachel Wojnarowski
Rachel "Wojo" Wojnarowski is a wife, mom to 7, blogger, writer and speaker. She and her husband, Matt, enjoy caring for their busy family, whose ages span 22 months to 21 years and includes a special needs daughter. Rachel leads community ladies’ Bible studies in central Ohio. In her “free time” she crochets, knits, and sews handmade clothing. Ok, not really. She enjoys running and she’s a tech geek at heart. You can find Rachel on Twitter, Facebook and Pinterest, and of course, RachelWojo.com.
Rachel "Wojo" Wojnarowski is a wife, mom to 7, blogger, writer and speaker. She and her husband, Matt, enjoy caring for their busy family, whose ages span 22 months to 21 years and includes a special needs daughter. Rachel leads community ladies’ Bible studies in central Ohio. In her “free time” she crochets, knits, and sews handmade clothing. Ok, not really. She enjoys running and she’s a tech geek at heart. You can find Rachel on Twitter, Facebook and Pinterest, and of course, RachelWojo.com.
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October 29, 2015
My friend Rachel Wojo takes the reader on journey through the different feelings we face in the midst of struggle and gives solid, faith-based ideas for how to handle those feelings. She uses a blend of Christian hymns, scripture, Biblical characters’ stories, and her own story to connect with the reader. Best of all, at the end of each chapter she gives “Stepping Stones,” ideas to help the reader take concrete action that will help them deal with their negative emotions.
Rachel and I have similar ministry messages in a lot of ways. In my favorite chapter, Rachel talks about weeding out negative thoughts much like I talk about clearing out spiritual clutter! She also had wonderful suggestions about steps to take and things to avoid when life becomes overwhelming.
I’d recommend this book to anyone going through a life struggle has been through one. I hope God spreads it far and wide to bless His children and further His Kingdom.
Rachel and I have similar ministry messages in a lot of ways. In my favorite chapter, Rachel talks about weeding out negative thoughts much like I talk about clearing out spiritual clutter! She also had wonderful suggestions about steps to take and things to avoid when life becomes overwhelming.
I’d recommend this book to anyone going through a life struggle has been through one. I hope God spreads it far and wide to bless His children and further His Kingdom.
November 19, 2015
What an encouraging book! Wojnarowski starts off by reminding us that based on Psalm 88, God longs to listen to our sad songs, our heart's cry. “God would rather hear about your bad day than not hear from you at all.” God understands our feelings and our need to express them. Even when we don't understand His plan or miss the lessons He wants us to get, we are in a good place when we are desperate for Him.
This is a good book for people who feel crushed. Perhaps all your friends have left you. Wojnarowski gives you permission to ache freely. She understands. She shares her own story, weaving into it lessons from Bible stories. She helps to identify misplaced hope. She helps you grasp how much God loves you. She knows about being in the desert, waiting on God, not understanding His plan. She's struggled to understand why God allows some things to happen and knows the difficulty of living in faith. She also knows about receiving and sharing God's grace.
This is a good book for people dealing with an overwhelming situation. She'll help you know how to forgive others when they let you down. She has suggestions for replacing negative internal chatter with truth, for getting rest, reaching out, finding joy, letting go of dreams, and more.
Wojnarowski describes herself as an example of brokenness that has been transformed into God's masterpiece – an unfinished project. She has written this book as a spiritual encouragement born out of her own experience. I highly recommend it.
She has included important verses at the end of each chapter as well as ideas for practical responses to her teaching. There is also a four week discussion guide at the end of the book.
I received a complimentary egalley of this book from the publisher for the purpose of an independent and honest review.
This is a good book for people who feel crushed. Perhaps all your friends have left you. Wojnarowski gives you permission to ache freely. She understands. She shares her own story, weaving into it lessons from Bible stories. She helps to identify misplaced hope. She helps you grasp how much God loves you. She knows about being in the desert, waiting on God, not understanding His plan. She's struggled to understand why God allows some things to happen and knows the difficulty of living in faith. She also knows about receiving and sharing God's grace.
This is a good book for people dealing with an overwhelming situation. She'll help you know how to forgive others when they let you down. She has suggestions for replacing negative internal chatter with truth, for getting rest, reaching out, finding joy, letting go of dreams, and more.
Wojnarowski describes herself as an example of brokenness that has been transformed into God's masterpiece – an unfinished project. She has written this book as a spiritual encouragement born out of her own experience. I highly recommend it.
She has included important verses at the end of each chapter as well as ideas for practical responses to her teaching. There is also a four week discussion guide at the end of the book.
I received a complimentary egalley of this book from the publisher for the purpose of an independent and honest review.
February 10, 2017
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As I have mentioned before, 2015 was not kind to me or my family. (Although it grew me in ways personally and in my relationship with the Lord that I will forever be thankful for. But maybe next time, God, can we dumb-down my test just a little?)
So at the start of 2016, I determined that this year things were going to be different. At least the things that I could control. Which, is pretty much just me. I can only control me. Most of the time. I attempt to control me. I pretend to attempt to believe that I can control Stacie.
Anyway, as the year began, I realized that I was still carrying some pretty heavy baggage from 2015 right along with me. Which is why the title of Rachel Wojo’s book One More Step appealed to me. And I am so very glad that I was able to read it.
A growing trend that I have noticed lately (and is tragic, in my opinion) is that everyone thinks they need to put on a happy face. Life has to be Instagram-worthy at all times, Tweet-ready at every moment, Facebook-perfect morning and evening. But guess what? Life ain’t like that, folks. It’s just not.
Tell me something: How are you and I supposed to show the hurting exactly Who our Jesus is, if we present ourselves as perfect? If we act as though we were saved and BAM, all perfection and blessings and manna from Heaven? This is why I enjoyed this book. The author allowed herself to be real. To be vulnerable. To be open about her mistakes, her perceived failures, her hurts, her pains. And then, like a friend sitting across from me at Starbucks, gives advice about how to move forward. To move on. To take one more step.
Bottom Line: Read it. Period. Your soul will thank you.
**I received this book from Blogging for Books for this review.
As I have mentioned before, 2015 was not kind to me or my family. (Although it grew me in ways personally and in my relationship with the Lord that I will forever be thankful for. But maybe next time, God, can we dumb-down my test just a little?)
So at the start of 2016, I determined that this year things were going to be different. At least the things that I could control. Which, is pretty much just me. I can only control me. Most of the time. I attempt to control me. I pretend to attempt to believe that I can control Stacie.
Anyway, as the year began, I realized that I was still carrying some pretty heavy baggage from 2015 right along with me. Which is why the title of Rachel Wojo’s book One More Step appealed to me. And I am so very glad that I was able to read it.
A growing trend that I have noticed lately (and is tragic, in my opinion) is that everyone thinks they need to put on a happy face. Life has to be Instagram-worthy at all times, Tweet-ready at every moment, Facebook-perfect morning and evening. But guess what? Life ain’t like that, folks. It’s just not.
Tell me something: How are you and I supposed to show the hurting exactly Who our Jesus is, if we present ourselves as perfect? If we act as though we were saved and BAM, all perfection and blessings and manna from Heaven? This is why I enjoyed this book. The author allowed herself to be real. To be vulnerable. To be open about her mistakes, her perceived failures, her hurts, her pains. And then, like a friend sitting across from me at Starbucks, gives advice about how to move forward. To move on. To take one more step.
Bottom Line: Read it. Period. Your soul will thank you.
**I received this book from Blogging for Books for this review.
December 31, 2022
Highly recommend! Especially helpful for anyone struggling with depression, overwhelmed with life, or just struggling to get out of bed each morning. The book comes with a link to a free printable journal that accompanies the book, if journaling is your thing. Excellent either way, but the journal definitely helps with the practical application of each chapter.
January 6, 2016
I loved this book so much I already know I'll be reading it again. My first read through I admit to not taking the time to do a lot of the writing exercise's which are at the end of each chapter. I still got a lot out of the book and learned a lot about myself and my faith in the process. My plan for my second read through is to force myself to go slower. So, I've said that I loved the book but why?
The Glorious
It's obvious from the very first page that Rachel Wojo has been through rough stuff in life. She knows pain and heartbreak and struggle. Sometimes when I read stuff from Christian leaders I get this feeling that they can't possibly understand my life. I didn't get that this time.
I didn't feel preached to once in the whole book. She gives strong advice, major encouragement, but it didn't feel forced. Every concept that she put forward she backed up really well. One of my favorite examples of this is the chapter on "stop watering the weeds". It's not just scripture, she's pulling these ideas from her own life. I was able to connect them both in life and in the Bible and that helped me.
The part I loved the most is how many of the topics were very relatable for me. Too often in the past I've read through these books and it just felt like they went over my head, I couldn't connect with them personally. I felt like the entire book was filled with things I want to apply in my own life, which is a big reason it's going on my to be re read list and making a cozy permanent home on my bookshelf.
I really like how adaptable this is for a small group. I knew this even before I saw the guide in the back specifically for this purpose. Which leads me to the next item...
Tons of extras. At the end of each chapter are two things - Pillars of Truth to lean on (Scripture relating to the chapter), and a Stepping Stone (a journal prompt or activity to apply the concept of the chapter). At the back of the book is both the discussion guide, thoughts to keep you going - basically a great summary of each chapter, and hymns which inspired each chapter. The added benefits don't end there though...
A printable workbook/journal that can go with the book. I've got at least 10 different fancy journals but guided worksheets are still my favorite. You can download and print an entire journal to go right along with the book on her website. This isn't required to get the full benefit of the book at all but I love the idea of it.
The Not so Glorious
Nada. Yep. Nada. I really enjoyed the book and am looking forward to using it more and sharing it with my family. I've also taken a look at her website and know I've found someone to follow. I've read a few of her posts and am very interested in some of her challenges.
This book was provided free from the publisher through Blogging for Books in exchange for an honest review. This in no way affected my opinion and I was compensated in no other manner.
The Glorious
It's obvious from the very first page that Rachel Wojo has been through rough stuff in life. She knows pain and heartbreak and struggle. Sometimes when I read stuff from Christian leaders I get this feeling that they can't possibly understand my life. I didn't get that this time.
I didn't feel preached to once in the whole book. She gives strong advice, major encouragement, but it didn't feel forced. Every concept that she put forward she backed up really well. One of my favorite examples of this is the chapter on "stop watering the weeds". It's not just scripture, she's pulling these ideas from her own life. I was able to connect them both in life and in the Bible and that helped me.
The part I loved the most is how many of the topics were very relatable for me. Too often in the past I've read through these books and it just felt like they went over my head, I couldn't connect with them personally. I felt like the entire book was filled with things I want to apply in my own life, which is a big reason it's going on my to be re read list and making a cozy permanent home on my bookshelf.
I really like how adaptable this is for a small group. I knew this even before I saw the guide in the back specifically for this purpose. Which leads me to the next item...
Tons of extras. At the end of each chapter are two things - Pillars of Truth to lean on (Scripture relating to the chapter), and a Stepping Stone (a journal prompt or activity to apply the concept of the chapter). At the back of the book is both the discussion guide, thoughts to keep you going - basically a great summary of each chapter, and hymns which inspired each chapter. The added benefits don't end there though...
A printable workbook/journal that can go with the book. I've got at least 10 different fancy journals but guided worksheets are still my favorite. You can download and print an entire journal to go right along with the book on her website. This isn't required to get the full benefit of the book at all but I love the idea of it.
The Not so Glorious
Nada. Yep. Nada. I really enjoyed the book and am looking forward to using it more and sharing it with my family. I've also taken a look at her website and know I've found someone to follow. I've read a few of her posts and am very interested in some of her challenges.
This book was provided free from the publisher through Blogging for Books in exchange for an honest review. This in no way affected my opinion and I was compensated in no other manner.
December 21, 2015
One More Step by Rachel Wojo is a guide for getting through the difficult circumstances that life often throws at us. In this book, Wojo shares many personal stories and how she found the strength to get through trials like divorce, her daughter being diagnosed with a terminal illness, and miscarriage.
I met Rachel at the gathering for Tommy Mommies in Nashville last year, and she struck me as a strong and smart lady. She was writing this book at the time, and once it was finished she sent me a copy, and I'm so glad she did! It is really interesting to get to know Rachel and her story better through these pages. She shares the vulnerable parts of her story in these pages, and it was an inspiration to see how she looks to God to get her through circumstances that are overwhelming.
Chapter 8 especially struck home, as Rachel listed different places we often turn to for temporary comfort when we are feeling overwhelmed, such as shopping, social media, etc. I could relate with almost every item on the list. She then turns it around and lists different ways to turn to God for strength instead, using David as an example. Each chapter ends with Bible verses to encourage you as you apply the tips she shares, as well as a journaling prompt. This book is grounded on God's Word, and I so appreciated all the scripture and biblical examples that Rachel shared.
I wasn't sure initially if I would get much out of this book at this time, since I am not currently dealing with any trials, but I was wrong. Many of these chapters are applicable every day difficulties, not just the big, life-changing ones. I think this book would be a great encouragement to someone that is dealing with a life-changing trial, but it is also useful for anyone to read.
Note: I have met the author of this book, and she sent me a free copy to review. This is my honest opinion.
I met Rachel at the gathering for Tommy Mommies in Nashville last year, and she struck me as a strong and smart lady. She was writing this book at the time, and once it was finished she sent me a copy, and I'm so glad she did! It is really interesting to get to know Rachel and her story better through these pages. She shares the vulnerable parts of her story in these pages, and it was an inspiration to see how she looks to God to get her through circumstances that are overwhelming.
Chapter 8 especially struck home, as Rachel listed different places we often turn to for temporary comfort when we are feeling overwhelmed, such as shopping, social media, etc. I could relate with almost every item on the list. She then turns it around and lists different ways to turn to God for strength instead, using David as an example. Each chapter ends with Bible verses to encourage you as you apply the tips she shares, as well as a journaling prompt. This book is grounded on God's Word, and I so appreciated all the scripture and biblical examples that Rachel shared.
I wasn't sure initially if I would get much out of this book at this time, since I am not currently dealing with any trials, but I was wrong. Many of these chapters are applicable every day difficulties, not just the big, life-changing ones. I think this book would be a great encouragement to someone that is dealing with a life-changing trial, but it is also useful for anyone to read.
Note: I have met the author of this book, and she sent me a free copy to review. This is my honest opinion.
February 24, 2016
From the start of One More Step, I connected with Rachel Wojo’s circumstances and encouragement when life’s journey becomes hard. One More Step offers tools for finding strength to face unwanted challenges. (Disclaimer: I received a free copy of the book in exchange for my review.)
Rachel Wojo relates personal experiences of challenge from her life: divorce and a child with increasing medical needs. Each chapter finishes with Scripture verses and a journaling exercise to apply the themes and steps discussed in the chapter. I appreciated the chance to make personal what I had read, and I was surprised at how transforming the exercises were. From the first stepping stone to the fourth, my attitude changed, as reflected by the written prayers I recorded in a journal. The steps were challenging and encouraging and helped me immediately apply what I had read.
Though taking one more step sounds simple, this is not a book to take lightly or breeze through. I read it more slowly than most books, and took time to let each chapter sink in and take root.
If you’re facing a challenging situation in life and aren’t sure whether you’ll get through, One More Step will give you practical tools and encouragement to help you believe that you can.
Rachel Wojo relates personal experiences of challenge from her life: divorce and a child with increasing medical needs. Each chapter finishes with Scripture verses and a journaling exercise to apply the themes and steps discussed in the chapter. I appreciated the chance to make personal what I had read, and I was surprised at how transforming the exercises were. From the first stepping stone to the fourth, my attitude changed, as reflected by the written prayers I recorded in a journal. The steps were challenging and encouraging and helped me immediately apply what I had read.
Though taking one more step sounds simple, this is not a book to take lightly or breeze through. I read it more slowly than most books, and took time to let each chapter sink in and take root.
If you’re facing a challenging situation in life and aren’t sure whether you’ll get through, One More Step will give you practical tools and encouragement to help you believe that you can.
March 8, 2016
'One More Step' is a Christian womens book to overcoming obstacles. Although most of the book of Psalms is for encouragement, author Rachel Wojo points out one chapter that speaks of despair. It's a Psalm that lets the Christian woman know it's ok to ache with sadness. There are activities throughout the book to help the reader through each process. As I worked each 'Stepping Stone' I was able to process just a little more and understand more about myself. The reader can add these 'steps' to their own journal or print out a beautiful companion journal at: http://rachelwojo.com/onemorestep I like the graphic on page 19 in which Rachel states: Hope in people = Disappointed. Hope in things = Distracted. Hope in ourselves = Devastated. Hope in Christ = Delivered
Rachel writes of her divorce, remarriage and a special needs daughter with MPS (mucopolysaccharidosis). I believe the authors thesis could be summed up in this one statement from page #79. God's immense grace brings joy in the midst of suffering.
I recommend this book to every reader who is going through a hard time or knows someone who is.
Disclaimer: I received this book from Blogging for Books for my honest review.
Rachel writes of her divorce, remarriage and a special needs daughter with MPS (mucopolysaccharidosis). I believe the authors thesis could be summed up in this one statement from page #79. God's immense grace brings joy in the midst of suffering.
I recommend this book to every reader who is going through a hard time or knows someone who is.
Disclaimer: I received this book from Blogging for Books for my honest review.
October 16, 2015
This book speaks from Rachel's heart to the readers heart. We have all been through times in our lives when we feel like giving up, giving in to despair and doubting that we can get through difficult circumstances and we feel like we can't take one more step.
Rachel shares her heart and her own life experiences with us. She has experienced life with a terminally ill special needs child,divorce,miscarriage,and the death of her own mom.
Scripture is shared in each of the sixteen chapter but not in an overly preachy way. Bible stories about those who also struggled with issues are discussed.
Each chapter has verses for encouragement and at the end of the chapter is an application that you can write in a one more step journal that can be downloaded from the website.
The book can be done as an individual study or as a group. Group discussion questions are included at the back of the book along with points from each chapter to help reinforce key truths.
If you are looking for an encouraging book that will remind you to not give up and rely on God and his grace and mercy every step and every day of your life you will certainly enjoy reading this book.
Rachel shares her heart and her own life experiences with us. She has experienced life with a terminally ill special needs child,divorce,miscarriage,and the death of her own mom.
Scripture is shared in each of the sixteen chapter but not in an overly preachy way. Bible stories about those who also struggled with issues are discussed.
Each chapter has verses for encouragement and at the end of the chapter is an application that you can write in a one more step journal that can be downloaded from the website.
The book can be done as an individual study or as a group. Group discussion questions are included at the back of the book along with points from each chapter to help reinforce key truths.
If you are looking for an encouraging book that will remind you to not give up and rely on God and his grace and mercy every step and every day of your life you will certainly enjoy reading this book.
April 24, 2016
Rachel writes a heartfelt step by step guide to taking steps that will allow the reader to move forward when going through a tragedy or particularly difficult time in life. The steps are broken down into a managable pace so that you have room to move through them at your own pace without the pressure to move forward to the next step until you are ready. Rachel includes much of her own personal experience with difficulty in life, and helps illustrate that it is possible to come through trials full of joy.
Having walked through my own fair share of difficulties in the past few years, I found this book to be very affirming. I went through several of the steps laid out in the chapters myself and experienced much of what Rachel talked about. I also found a couple of chapters that spoke directly into my life where I am now and though I don't view my life as walking through anything particularly difficult right now, I was still reminded of things I need to continue to work on and keep striving towards.
Having walked through my own fair share of difficulties in the past few years, I found this book to be very affirming. I went through several of the steps laid out in the chapters myself and experienced much of what Rachel talked about. I also found a couple of chapters that spoke directly into my life where I am now and though I don't view my life as walking through anything particularly difficult right now, I was still reminded of things I need to continue to work on and keep striving towards.
February 26, 2016
Rachel Wojo shares her personal story with a blend of humor and grace, inserting God's Word throughout her book. She also provides a free journal to go along side this book, which I really enjoyed because it helped me to open my mind up to things that were going on in my life and were affecting me in ways I did not realize how bad things were actually getting for me.
She offers valuable tools to help you take each step with God's grace and mercy.It is a very well written book. Rachel offers very comforting words to help you with yourself. i.e.; self-esteem, it helped me refocus my personal journey with Christ
I was provided with this book to read and review from the BookBloggers Program in exchange for an honest review.
She offers valuable tools to help you take each step with God's grace and mercy.It is a very well written book. Rachel offers very comforting words to help you with yourself. i.e.; self-esteem, it helped me refocus my personal journey with Christ
I was provided with this book to read and review from the BookBloggers Program in exchange for an honest review.
November 6, 2015
What an encouraging book! Rachel Wojo has faced many obstacles and experiences in her life. Her dreams were crushed. Throughout this book, she is honest and shares all of her struggles and heartaches. She shows us that it is okay to ache and that life won't always be this hard. She shows us that we can make it by taking "One More Step".
I would recommend this book to every woman out there. We all have heartaches and many of our dreams are shattered. This book was so encouraging to me. It was easy to read, and I could really identify with her struggles.
I received this book from WaterBrook Multnomah for my honest opinion.
I would recommend this book to every woman out there. We all have heartaches and many of our dreams are shattered. This book was so encouraging to me. It was easy to read, and I could really identify with her struggles.
I received this book from WaterBrook Multnomah for my honest opinion.
October 13, 2015
In this book Rachel offers her own story in hopes to reach others in their trials. She honestly shares her story about divorce, her special needs child, and how God redeems even the most desperate situations.
Rachel offers valuable tools to help you take each step with God's grace and mercy. I thoroughly enjoyed reading every chapter because I was able to apply her wisdom to my life and bookmark text to read again.
We all struggle in life at some point. This book will help you see how God never leaves us.
Rachel offers valuable tools to help you take each step with God's grace and mercy. I thoroughly enjoyed reading every chapter because I was able to apply her wisdom to my life and bookmark text to read again.
We all struggle in life at some point. This book will help you see how God never leaves us.
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February 20, 2016Very encouraging book
Rachel's story is so inspiring I knew right away that she could inspire us all to have courage to just take the next step through our difficult circumstances. After reading the entire book, I can say this is so true for me. Even when I have know idea how things will work out or how I will get through, I know that I can continue moving forward by just taking the next step and leaving the rest in God's hands. I am so thankful to have come across this book.
Rachel's story is so inspiring I knew right away that she could inspire us all to have courage to just take the next step through our difficult circumstances. After reading the entire book, I can say this is so true for me. Even when I have know idea how things will work out or how I will get through, I know that I can continue moving forward by just taking the next step and leaving the rest in God's hands. I am so thankful to have come across this book.
March 29, 2016
This book was water to a thirsty soul!! Whatever trial you may be facing, this book will help you take "one more step." This book is not just full of Rachel's words of encouragement , it is overflowing with God's Words that will help you make it through whatever you may be facing. Not facing a trial at the moment, read this book and you will be able to help someone you know that is in need. A must read!! I hated to see the last page.
November 6, 2015
This book is a huge encouragement to me. Some days are just hard and we find ourselves with only enough strength to take one. more. step. Rachel Wojo has so much encouragement and wisdom to share, this book is a must read.
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February 7, 2016This is a great book and an easy read. Rachel Wojo is a great author and
March 11, 2016
really good helpful when struggling, good activities and Scripture that deals with issue
July 9, 2025
Rachel Wojo has become my new favorite author. Her testimony always points back to God’s faithfulness, even though she’s experienced hardship after hardship. She is a beautiful example of how God’s love and peace can help and sustain you even in the hardest of circumstances. This book was life changing and it brought me closer to Jesus. I love her raw emotion, her sensitivity, her gentle words, and sweet prayers. I’ve never been really good at praying on my own, and this book has helped me find practical ways to do that.
Fantastic book! Highly recommended!
Fantastic book! Highly recommended!
August 3, 2019
This is a wonderful book! I related to the topic so much. The author is witty, charming, real and has compassion dripping from every page for her readers. This book gave me a window into my own soul. I am forever grateful to have read this work of courage and labor of love. There are reflection questions provided at the end of each chapter. Read it and be inspired!
July 16, 2017
Very encouraging read!
I really enjoyed reading this book. I liked all the scripture references, pillars of truths and discussion questions. I would recommend others to buy this book.
I really enjoyed reading this book. I liked all the scripture references, pillars of truths and discussion questions. I would recommend others to buy this book.
September 30, 2019
Outstanding help in the heart
I loved this book and took many notes in my journal. Would eagerly recommend this book. I especially like the questions inside each chapter and the stepping stone at the end of each chapter.
I loved this book and took many notes in my journal. Would eagerly recommend this book. I especially like the questions inside each chapter and the stepping stone at the end of each chapter.
February 3, 2024
I really really really enjoyed this book. It was a vulnerable & authentic look into Rachel Wojo’s story. It showed struggle, strength, loss, & triumph. I “amen’d” alot of it, & I hoped through these words. Great read!
April 9, 2018
Review to come
October 21, 2018
Rachel Wojo has opened her life and heart to help others learn how we must take that "one more step". Sage, well written advice for us all.
January 3, 2019
Writer's story in and of itself is very inspirational. This books will help with a little nudge because sometimes we only need to take one more step.
May 1, 2016
I suppose the right thing to do, based on the current status of this book on Amazon (95% of the reviews are 5-Star), is to write a favorable, positive review and post it for everyone to read and enjoy. I'm a little late to the game so I feel no particular compulsion to be altogether favorable in my review.
To be fair, however, I don't think Ms Wojo wrote this book with any man (aside from her husband) whatsoever in mind so it could be that she simply wasn't speaking to my version of the species. That's fine and at the heart of my review is that thought: the book simply did not speak to me as a man. There's nothing sexist or unfair about that assessment. Rather, just an honest evaluation of where I was with this book.
On the other hand, sentences like this: Before you know it, the feeling of wanting to give up has saturated your spirit and you feel like you can't take even one more step. You have lost every ounce of strength in your mind, body, and spirit" seem to speak across the sexes and engulf us all in the pathos of her writing and I think, at times, she does a good job of remind all readers that God is available, that he understands us, and that he is consistent.
The book is a very self-centered book and I don't mean that in a pejorative way. I simply mean that the book is about Ms Wojo and her life experiences: her joys, her sorrows, her marriage, her children, her faith, and her life. It is mixed with stories from the Bible and she is trying to understand her life in light of those stories she reads in the Bible. And although I have no use whatsoever for her particular 'use' of Scripture (stories generally pulled from context and applied to situations the Bible writers did not envision), I do appreciate the fact that the book is filled with more than an abundance of Scripture spread throughout the book. I would appreciate more context for those stories, but that's just a personal thing.
The book is also very typically a book about the 'problems' of American Christians. I don't think this book will have much of an audience in poorer nations where Christians are actually suffering. However, it will appeal to many in the mainstream American church where Christians suffer from the pressures of pressure, fatigue, burnout, poopy diapers, grocery shopping, and child-rearing. I'm not at all discounting the struggles of Ms Wojo at all. Struggles they are; and real. But there is a sense in this book that much of what she has struggled with is uniquely American and could be solved as much by a trained secular psychologist. Again, I'm not discounting the real pain she has endured in her life. That's not my point, so please don't misunderstand the point I am making which is that while some folks may relate to her easily, I think there is also a lot who will not.
Each chapter deals with some particular issue Ms Wojo has experienced in her life and she works hard to relate this to our Christian experience by blending stories, Scripture, quotes, and more into a narrative that explores feelings, and emotions and which eventually draws out some principles designed to guide us through the negativity often felt because of these experiences. At the end of each chapter readers will find "Pillars of Truth to Lean On", a bullet point list of Scriptures associated with the chapter's content. Finally, there are "Stepping Stones' at the end of the chapters which are coordinated with the One More Step journal.
At the end of the book, readers will find Discussion Questions, some perfectly Tweetable block quotes, acknowledgements, a selection of hymn titles that guided the writing of the book, information relating to MPS, and end notes.
Again, I am certain this book will find its way into the hands of someone who needs to read this book. Unfortunately, I wasn't one of those people. There's nothing particularly wrong with the book. I just didn't like it or find that it spoke to me where I am at. That doesn't mean it won't be helpful for others especially those going through difficult times of the loss of a child or or a parent or a child with a particular disability. At the end, she points them to Jesus: "Jesus not only heals broken hearts, but he also transforms broken hearts into his hands and feet that carry his love and share it with others" (192).
That's enough for anyone and would have been a fantastic opening salvo.
3/5 Stars
Important Book & Author Things
Where to purchase One More Step (Amazon, $8.99)
Author: Rachel Wojo
On the Web:
On Twitter:
Academic Webpage:
Editor:
Publisher: WaterBrook Multnomah
Pages: 208
Year: 2015
Audience: Probably Ladies
Reading Level: High School
Disclaimer: I was provided a free copy of this book via the Waterbrook Multnomah in exchange for my fair and unbiased review.
To be fair, however, I don't think Ms Wojo wrote this book with any man (aside from her husband) whatsoever in mind so it could be that she simply wasn't speaking to my version of the species. That's fine and at the heart of my review is that thought: the book simply did not speak to me as a man. There's nothing sexist or unfair about that assessment. Rather, just an honest evaluation of where I was with this book.
On the other hand, sentences like this: Before you know it, the feeling of wanting to give up has saturated your spirit and you feel like you can't take even one more step. You have lost every ounce of strength in your mind, body, and spirit" seem to speak across the sexes and engulf us all in the pathos of her writing and I think, at times, she does a good job of remind all readers that God is available, that he understands us, and that he is consistent.
The book is a very self-centered book and I don't mean that in a pejorative way. I simply mean that the book is about Ms Wojo and her life experiences: her joys, her sorrows, her marriage, her children, her faith, and her life. It is mixed with stories from the Bible and she is trying to understand her life in light of those stories she reads in the Bible. And although I have no use whatsoever for her particular 'use' of Scripture (stories generally pulled from context and applied to situations the Bible writers did not envision), I do appreciate the fact that the book is filled with more than an abundance of Scripture spread throughout the book. I would appreciate more context for those stories, but that's just a personal thing.
The book is also very typically a book about the 'problems' of American Christians. I don't think this book will have much of an audience in poorer nations where Christians are actually suffering. However, it will appeal to many in the mainstream American church where Christians suffer from the pressures of pressure, fatigue, burnout, poopy diapers, grocery shopping, and child-rearing. I'm not at all discounting the struggles of Ms Wojo at all. Struggles they are; and real. But there is a sense in this book that much of what she has struggled with is uniquely American and could be solved as much by a trained secular psychologist. Again, I'm not discounting the real pain she has endured in her life. That's not my point, so please don't misunderstand the point I am making which is that while some folks may relate to her easily, I think there is also a lot who will not.
Each chapter deals with some particular issue Ms Wojo has experienced in her life and she works hard to relate this to our Christian experience by blending stories, Scripture, quotes, and more into a narrative that explores feelings, and emotions and which eventually draws out some principles designed to guide us through the negativity often felt because of these experiences. At the end of each chapter readers will find "Pillars of Truth to Lean On", a bullet point list of Scriptures associated with the chapter's content. Finally, there are "Stepping Stones' at the end of the chapters which are coordinated with the One More Step journal.
At the end of the book, readers will find Discussion Questions, some perfectly Tweetable block quotes, acknowledgements, a selection of hymn titles that guided the writing of the book, information relating to MPS, and end notes.
Again, I am certain this book will find its way into the hands of someone who needs to read this book. Unfortunately, I wasn't one of those people. There's nothing particularly wrong with the book. I just didn't like it or find that it spoke to me where I am at. That doesn't mean it won't be helpful for others especially those going through difficult times of the loss of a child or or a parent or a child with a particular disability. At the end, she points them to Jesus: "Jesus not only heals broken hearts, but he also transforms broken hearts into his hands and feet that carry his love and share it with others" (192).
That's enough for anyone and would have been a fantastic opening salvo.
3/5 Stars
Important Book & Author Things
Where to purchase One More Step (Amazon, $8.99)
Author: Rachel Wojo
On the Web:
On Twitter:
Academic Webpage:
Editor:
Publisher: WaterBrook Multnomah
Pages: 208
Year: 2015
Audience: Probably Ladies
Reading Level: High School
Disclaimer: I was provided a free copy of this book via the Waterbrook Multnomah in exchange for my fair and unbiased review.
July 13, 2023
Wow this book really helped me see that even during dark times you should never give up. This book gave me strength I can use in the future and amazing life lessons that we should all use. Overall I highly recommend this book.
July 14, 2016
I love that each chapter ends with meaningful Scripture verses and exercises to apply the themes and steps discussed in the chapter. The part I loved the most is most of the topics were very relatable for me. When doubt, choose God. This book is worth reading.
April 19, 2017
I've been reading self-help books about finding strength/joy in the tough times for almost 20 years now with avid dedication, so when I discovered Rachel Wojo's ONE MORE STEP, purchasing and reading it was a no-brainer. I'm glad I did. Rachel's method of weaving her testimony with relevant Biblical stories--and verses--with words of wisdom is seamless. I am incredibly impressed with her writing style as well as with her message. I love the feel of ONE MORE STEP being so much more than JUST a memoir or JUST a Bible Study or JUST self-help information. As someone who is currently working on her own memoir and attempting to make it more than JUST a memoir, Rachel's book is a testament to the fact that not only can it be done, but it can be done effectively and well worth reading. I am very glad I "discovered" Rachel; I have already completed two of her Bible Studies as well as reading ONE MORE STEP and I can't wait to continue following her.
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