Reviews"Crystal has done a clear job of identifying the many areas where women get defeated, carry guilt, or explain away how God has created them. She gives everyday examples that make me think she is reading my journal! Crystal provides practical, biblical ways to work through some of the lies and barriers we encounter. In a time when it's so easy to compare ourselves to others, it's a breath of fresh air to have someone give us permission to step into everything God has for each one of us uniquely!" --Clare Smith, speaker, trainer, coach, "It's hard enough trying to navigate life without constant reminders of how we're not doing it right. In her utterly upfront and expansive new book, Quieting the Shout of Should , Crystal reminds us our value to God is in who we are in His sight, not in who we or others think we should be. Crystal beautifully shares her own honest stories of faith and failure and how we can serve and love from a place of strength, not striving. Her wise words will provide readers practical actions and sound advice to quiet the shouts of should in our own lives." --Kate Battistelli, author of The God Dare and Growing Great Kids, "Whether it's a constant whisper or an overwhelming shout, 'the shoulds' we play in our head over and over can plague us for a lifetime. In Quieting the Shout of Should , Crystal Stine helps us identify the nagging lies we believe and replace them with the truth and freedom that is available to us in Christ today. If you find yourself trapped in the endless cycle of doubt, fear, comparison, and insecurity and are looking for a solid biblical approach to experiencing your life anew, this book is for you." --Ruth Schwenk, Founder of TheBetterMom.com, cohost of Rootlike Faith podcast, coauthor of In a Boat in the Middle of a Lake, "The shout of should beats its angry drum louder than ever now. With clarity and grace, Crystal Stine leads us through the battlefields of life, uncovering expectations and realities that keep us from fully embracing what God has for us. This book is a crucial guide for anyone who desires to live past the boundaries of should in the land of freedom." --Erin Moon, author of Every Broken Thing , The Comfortable Words , and O Heavy Lightness
Dewey Edition23
Dewey Decimal248.843
SynopsisCrystal Stine spent years striving to meet impossible standards, only to realize this struggle was diminishing the woman God made her to be. In Quieting the Shout of Should , she shares how her heavenly Father transformed her priorities when she traded guilt and burnout for obedience and worship., What if you could let go of trying to be like everyone else? You hear the voice inside echo what other people seem to be saying-- do more, be better, try harder . Tired of the hustle and the striving, you look around and wonder how everyone else seems to have it all together. Crystal Stine feels your pain. She has overanalyzed and second-guessed herself in her career, at home, and in her relationships Along the way she has learned that taking small steps of obedience, right where you are, can quiet the shouts of should that keep you from moving toward God's plan for your life. In this all-inclusive guide to giving up the guilt and shame of trying to live up to what you think everyone else is doing, Crystal incorporates devotions and thoughtful discussion questions to equip you to release the burden of perfectionism and comparison remove distractions and turn your gaze toward God find the freedom to embrace all God made you to be Ready to swap comparison for contentment, criticism for confidence, and insecurity for peace? Quieting the Shout of Should will help you redefine your worth and step boldly into the abundant life God has for you., What if you could let go of trying to be like everyone else? You hear the voice inside echo what other people seem to be saying-- do more, be better, try harder . Tired of the hustle and the striving, you look around and wonder how everyone else seems to have it all together. Crystal Stine feels your pain. She has overanalyzed and second-guessed herself in her career, at home, and in her relationships. Along the way she has learned that taking small steps of obedience, right where you are, can quiet the shouts of should that keep you from moving toward God's plan for your life. In this all-inclusive guide to giving up the guilt and shame of trying to live up to what you think everyone else is doing, Crystal incorporates devotions and thoughtful discussion questions to equip you to release the burden of perfectionism and comparison remove distractions and turn your gaze toward God find the freedom to embrace all God made you to be Ready to swap comparison for contentment, criticism for confidence, and insecurity for peace? Quieting the Shout of Should will help you redefine your worth and step boldly into the abundant life God has for you., Trade comparison for contentment. Self-criticism for confidence. Insecurity for peace. You feel the pressures from society, social media, and even yourself weighing heavy upon you: do more, be better, try harder . No matter how well you can fake it, this hustle to act like the model woman, wife, mother, and friend leaves you feeling exhausted and unworthy. Crystal Stine spent years striving to meet those same impossible standards, only to realize this struggle was diminishing the woman God made her to be. In Quieting the Shout of Should , she shares how her heavenly Father transformed her priorities when she traded guilt and burnout for obedience and worship. Incorporating personal stories, reflective devotions, and thoughtful discussion questions, Crystal will help prepare you to... relinquish the burdens of perfectionism, comparison, and jealousy choose small daily steps to refocus your gaze on God find freedom by embracing all God made you to be You don't have to keep fighting to live up to the world's ideals. Quieting the Shout of Should will help you redefine your self-worth and move into the abundant life God has for you.