Book Review: Sufficient Grace

This book is wonderful for Christians coping with pregnancy loss. There are many inspiring bible quotes listed, that are wonderful examples of faith and triumph from a biblical standpoint.

I identified with the author of the book very much. She describes getting married and having children at a very young age, and how her relationship with her husband has always been her rock. “Mom had a way of turning a negative or scary situation into a positive and exciting one.” (pg. 14) I felt like I wrote that sentence! My mother has always been a character in my life who has a proper outlook, no matter the situation or hardship she faced. Her attitude has always been an uplifting spirit in my life.

In describing leaving the hospital after the loss of her tiny twin stillborn daughters, the author writes: “How was I going to face the world that kept going when mine had come to a screeching halt?” (pg. 40) Yet, she goes on to describe an outpouring of support and love from her community.I think it’s important for you to develop a tribe. Everyone needs love, companionship, and acceptance. Although the author of this book faced unimaginable hardships and crosses, she always had a beautiful support system to fall back on. This book places a lot of value on community, for the author her community is her church members. If you are facing a loss, or any type of tragedy its important to openly grieve in a place where you are accepted. ( a support group, a church, a volunteer community.)

The author describes healing after losses and her experience with opening a ministry for loss parents. She quotes the bible: “Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep. Romans 12:15” (pg. 185)This explains the importance of being present for the people you care about. Sometimes being present is calling someone on the phone, and letting them cry. Or sending a prepared meal or a meal git certificate to a bereaved family. Kind gestures and community give a sense of caring.

I would recommend Sufficient Grace to Christians who have dealt with loss. Secular minded people might not appreciate the Christ centered approach to family, loss, and healing.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Brittany started her journey of helping women in 2012, as a pregnancy consultant. She was certified as a Birth and Bereavement Doula through Stillbirthday in 2015 and gained certification as a Gena Kirby Rebozo Doula later that year. She is the Birth Doula for modern women. She is intuitive and open-minded; she is attentive and ready to support everyone. Brittany received over 800 hours of advanced training in the practice of massage therapy in her quest as a healer, and is continually researching and attending training in the art of holistic health and wellness. She volunteers with the Oklahoma Birth Trauma Support Group for mothers and families who have experienced birth trauma and pregnancy loss. She lives in Oklahoma City with her husband and four children.

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