Jo Saxton

As a long time reader, listener, and admirer Jo Saxton's preaching, teaching and speaking - this book is pure inspiration from the start. Jo's inspirational from page one and her Bible knowledge as well as fire for women knowing His truth is evident as the reader makes their way through this book. Food for my hungry soul, I found myself highlighting and making notes more often than not and finally realized I needed to pull my Bible out to really delve deeper into this while following Jo's words. She has a 'build you up' vocabulary that draws you near to God and also pushes you to feel like you have your own cheerleader in her. Maybe Jo and God is where it will start and from their the reader realizes the hidden gifts that have been there all along. Use them. Don't hide them. This book will lift all readers and to help them to rise up to the challenge, mission, purpose that He has set inside our hearts and mind. The lay out makes you think; with each chapter digging into scripture and ending with thoughtful questions. I enjoyed having a notebook near me to jot down notes throughout reading but then also allowing myself time at the ends to pause and reflect. I received an advanced copy from Waterbrook and Multnomah, & Netgalley. These are my own thoughts and opinions… (mere)

Won as Goodreads First Read.

A must-read for anyone concerned with the role of women in the contemporary Christian church. Saxton speaks to those women who increasingly form the backbone of the church and yet often feel underutilized and powerless. Hers is a voice to affirm that women have always and should continue to provide their leadership skills to the church. She uses biblical references to illustrate the powerful part women played in the early church. As then, women today should expect and work to be all the God has called us to be. She concludes with some practical advice, thoughts, and encouragement to those women who have already assumed leadership roles.… (mere)