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Being human is hard. Being in relationships with other humans is even harder. People are complex and relationships are messy but loving one another well is possible. Whether navigating political or religious differences, or dealing with toxic people or our own unforgiveness, this book tackles the struggles no one really wants to talk about. But there is hope! We can actually grow closer to God and others through the circumstances we'd rather run from.
In
Come Sit with Me, 26 (in)courage writers help you navigate tough relational tensions by revealing their own hard-fought, grace-filled learning moments. They show you how to
- delight in your differences
- honor and value others even when you disagree
- connect before you correct
- trust that God is working even when people disappoint you
- live and love like Jesus by serving others
Whether you're in the middle of a conflict without resolution or wondering how to enter into a friend's pain, this book will serve as a gentle guide. Discover how God can work through your disagreements, differences, and discomfort in ways you might never expect.
About the author
Founded by DaySpring,
(in)courage is an online community of women who seek Jesus together. Each weekday one of our thirty writers shares what's going on in her everyday life and how God's right in the middle of it all. They bring their unique experiences--joys and struggles equally--so that you can feel less alone and be empowered by the hope Jesus gives. Learn more at incourage.me.
Becky Keife is the community manager for DaySpring's (in)courage, a beloved speaker, and the author of
The Simple Difference,
Courageous Kindness, and
No Better Mom for the Job. Becky and her husband live near Los Angeles with their three sons. Learn more at beckykeife.com.
Summary
In a messy world with messy relationships, perhaps the bravest thing we can do is to simply sit together. The team from (in)courage offers this hope-filled guide to loving others well in all circumstances by learning to show up, listen closely, and to love like Jesus in the midst of it all.
