All Cracked Up

by Patsy Clairmont

Sometimes if we try we can disconnect from tough problems around us, but eventually the network of fractures spreads to our front doors when a husband walks out, a loved-one is arrested, a friend betrays us, a church splits, a job is terminated, a diagnosis is bad, or a financial picture worsens. Suddenly with no place to hide from the reality we realize life is all cracked up. Through the lens of our pain everything seems broken, bruised, and battered. But, as best-selling author Patsy Clairmont points out, there's a redeemer of our pain--Jesus. The Redeemer of the broken and discarded who mends our hearts, and even gives us a reason to laugh again. Telling inspirational stories of women's brokenness and healing, with tenderness and her trademark humor, Patsy Clairmont helps us realize that we're not alone in our struggles. Jesus buoys our spirits and refreshes our tired minds. As Patsy says, "life is so much easier to bear when its shared.'

Genres: Christian, Inspirational, Self Help, Nonfiction

150 pages, Hardcover

First published January 31, 2006

About the author

Patsy is a bookish woman who loves words and has a penchant for dark chocolate sorbet. Since spelling bees in grade school, childhood Scrabble games, right up to her current addiction with Words with Friends she has been known to spell it out, to say it like it is.

Much to her surprise Patsy has written a stack of books that continues to light her passion for the printed page. And nothing pleases her more than to share her faith through laughter and tears and to encourage others to flourish.

A former agoraphobic Patsy never imagined the expansive plans God had in mind for her. She just wanted to make it to her neighborhood grocery store and safely home again. Instead, for the past 35 years she has been traipsing throughout the U.S. and Canada, interspersed with trips to Israel and Africa and she has even spoken at the Pentagon for the Flag Officers Bible Study. Patsy has spoken to millions of women (and men) offering spiritual and emotional hope.

Patsy has written books in several genres including devotional, fiction, children’s, and gift offerings. She is one of the founding speakers at Women of Faith and trains people for the platform.

Patsy is the author of over 35 books best-selling books and currently lives in Franklin TN.

Reviews

[Rhonda Rae Baker · Rating 4 out of 5]

Yes...this is LOL...get's down to where we live. I'm encouraged and know that we're all similar...(-:

[Brook · Rating 1 out of 5]

It was funny, but it was not deep enough for me to find a wawy to apply it to my life.

[Angie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very encouraging.

[Ariel · Rating 3 out of 5]

Patsy Clairmont's writing brings humor to some of life's facets perhaps we need help with. Great short chapters with questions at the end to help you dive in. Perfect for group devotions!

[Lori · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a nonfiction book. I don't often read non-fiction but I really enjoyed this book. The book was filled with short readings meant to take just a few minutes at a time. Each chapter took a humorous look at different areas of your Christian life that cause struggles. I highlighted several different lines through the book that really resonated with me. I absolutely adore Patsy Clairmont, I've seen her in Women of Faith presentations and she always has a witty way of looking an issue that brings the truth to life.

[Nique · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was almost disappointed to finish this book. I love how Patsy Clairmont uses her sense of humor to make the rough tides of life become liveable. Her encouraging words and funny stories are a real blessing to my world.

[Rebecca · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed this. Patsy Clairmont is one of my favorite speakers and these little snapshot chapters give encouragement and wisdom on how to deal with a life that's more cracked up than we usually want it to be.

[Lynnea · Rating 2 out of 5]

This is a bunch of short stories/examples/lessons. Some are very good... others are so-so. Some are funny... others are trying to be... I just couldn't get into it to stick with it.

[Deborah · Rating 3 out of 5]

Ok book with a few amusing anecdotes. The theology of the book is very light. If you are looking for something with not too much depth, this might be a nice easy read for you.