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Customer Reviews for Revell Choosing to SEE: A Journey of Struggle and Hope
Revell Choosing to SEE: A Journey of Struggle and Hope
Grief is a journey many of us take at one time or another. For the Chapman family their journey began with the accidental death of their 5 year old daughter, Maria Sue, whom they adopted from China. In Choosing to SEE, Mary Beth Chapman shares her struggles with the tragic loss of Maria Sue, her journey to heal, and the unexpected path God has placed her on. Even as difficult as life can be, Mary Beth and the Chapmans choose to see with faith and hope. Foreword by Steven Curtis Chapman.
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Customer Reviews for Choosing to SEE: A Journey of Struggle and Hope
Review 1 for Choosing to SEE: A Journey of Struggle and Hope
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Disappointed
Date:April 14, 2013
JesusFreak
Age:18-24
Gender:female
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Mary Beth gives glory to God and preaches a great sermon, when she is talking about God. I thank her for that. However, she does write as if she is the only one in the world that has felt pain. She belittles people for trying to comfort her by saying they lost a parent or a pet in a similar manner as how they lost Maria. I feel so bad for those people if they read her book. Losing a pet or a parent can be extremely hard and I was offended how she acted like no one has known the pain she has gone through.
Another aspect I didn’t like about this book was how sex obsessed Mary Beth is. During her daughter’s funeral she gives a eulogy in which she talks about how Maria walked in on her and Steven having sex (she sounded like she thought this was funny that a 4 year old saw something she shouldn’t have) and how besides Steven another person who loved her “boobs” was her daughter. Pairing the two made it sound like the little girl liked her mother’s chest in a sexual way. At another point Mary Beth, Steven and a friend of theirs all get into the same bed and Mary Beth makes a crack about how this friend can finely say she slept with Steven Curtis Chapman. I believe this happened the day of her daughter’s death. She sure must have been upset to be thinking like that. She also tells us stories of how when she decided it was time to have a baby she insisted Steven come home and have sex with her. She gets kind of detailed about it. At another point in time a fire breaks out on the outside of their house. She takes the time here to mention how funny it was that her thin night gown got soaked and plastered against her body while she was using the hose to put out the fire. These are visual images I would prefer not to think about especially from a family I had so admired in the past.
Mary Beth tells us several times that she never wanted to be famous or write a book. But her book tells us she is very eager to have everyone know intimate details of her married life.
Other offensive content was how she supports the pill (which can cause abortions), she is a big supporter of Disney (Disney is affiliated with the company that made the movie The Temptation of Christ which mocks our Lord and they support anti-Christian organizations) and she acts very snobby about her whole situation.
I hope this doesn’t sound too harsh but I want other Christians to know that there is very offensive content in this book. I don’t think a true Christian would feel right about letting such stories into their mind.
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Review 2 for Choosing to SEE: A Journey of Struggle and Hope
Overall Rating:
Awesome Book
Date:April 5, 2013
Tina
Location:Louisiana
Age:35-44
Gender:female
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Would definitely recommend reading. Great book to read when dealing with grief.
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Review 3 for Choosing to SEE: A Journey of Struggle and Hope
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Date:March 22, 2013
momma2ck
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Laugh hysterically, weep and learn about a raw journey of grief to triumph. WOW!
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Review 4 for Choosing to SEE: A Journey of Struggle and Hope
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Christian mom dealing with the death of a child.
Date:March 1, 2013
Sharon Beitler
Location:Forest, OH
Age:Over 65
Gender:female
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Mary Beth Chapman gives the reader an honest and transparent look at her life- her vulnerability, weaknesses, mistakes. She shares her hurt and joys, her love and fears. Be ready to grieve with her and laugh with her. Great book.
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Review 5 for Choosing to SEE: A Journey of Struggle and Hope
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Date:February 16, 2013
Marcy
Location:Michigan
Age:55-65
Gender:female
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What a great story of faith and perseverance. It also shows that everyone goes through something, the important thing is how we go through it. Thank God for His grace in time of need.
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Review 6 for Choosing to SEE: A Journey of Struggle and Hope
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Completely edifying testimony of grace.
Date:January 6, 2013
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The first word in the title says it all; the Chapmans CHOSE to see God's plan and goodness in the midst of their tragedy, and continue to CHOOSE to see it as they follow through. Real people, gifted by and committed to God who is their resource and sustainer relating with poignancy the story of the loss of their child and the struggles that follow. Well written and honest; an encouragement to any Believer.
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Review 7 for Choosing to SEE: A Journey of Struggle and Hope
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great book
Date:January 4, 2013
crazynana
Location:Grayson, GA
Age:55-65
Gender:female
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every Mother should read this book- it is sad and funny, one of the best books I have ever read
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Review 8 for Choosing to SEE: A Journey of Struggle and Hope
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Date:January 3, 2013
Nanny goat
Age:55-65
Gender:female
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Encouraging story about God's faithfulness. I also appreciated Mary Beth's honesty and courage. A super value for $5.00! I passed it on to my daughter to read.
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Review 9 for Choosing to SEE: A Journey of Struggle and Hope
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massively helpful
Date:December 14, 2012
mommakicks
Location:Fort Worth, Texas
Gender:female
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Beth's heart gripping account takes the reader on a rollercoaster ride towards a deepening dependency on God and His sovereignty. The reader gets to See the big picture of how God takes broken things and makes them His masterpiece.
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Review 10 for Choosing to SEE: A Journey of Struggle and Hope
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This book is an easy read
Date:June 22, 2012
milmil
Age:55-65
Gender:female
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I found this book to be a well-written journey with a family that experienced a tremendous loss.
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Review 11 for Choosing to SEE: A Journey of Struggle and Hope
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This book is excellent!
Date:June 8, 2012
Sister
Location:Sweden
Age:45-54
Gender:female
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I so appreciate the vunerability and honesty that MaryBeth has laid out before the world to read about a very personal tragedy. Their faith in God and the love they share is the anchor which has sustained them. Thank you MaryBeth for being you!
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Review 12 for Choosing to SEE: A Journey of Struggle and Hope
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Date:June 8, 2012
daltonl
Location:portland oregon
Age:55-65
Gender:female
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Very well written. Loved Mary Beths honesty about her faith. So great to know others are continuing to trust our Lord and walk through very difficult times! I lost my nephew to drowning June 9th that same year and sent many prayers to our savior for the Chapman family.
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Review 13 for Choosing to SEE: A Journey of Struggle and Hope
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Wonderful Book!
Date:May 24, 2012
AngieR
Location:Kingston, TN
Age:35-44
Gender:female
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I have always loved the Chapman's but, now I have a new respect for Mary Beth. Her truth and honesty in this book are so real. She does not sugar coat it. It is a very emotional and heartbreaking journey. But God is at work in this family! Loved the book!
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Review 14 for Choosing to SEE: A Journey of Struggle and Hope
Overall Rating:
Great Book!
Date:April 28, 2012
Rena
Location:Bellevue, NE
Age:45-54
Gender:female
Mary Beth Chapman is so open and so real in this book - her struggles throughout life and how her faith in God has pulled her through and continues to be her sustanence.
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Review 15 for Choosing to SEE: A Journey of Struggle and Hope
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Date:April 26, 2012
layg
Age:25-34
Gender:female
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Honest book, that you can refer to.
Worth the read.
Worth the read.
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Review 16 for Choosing to SEE: A Journey of Struggle and Hope
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Dealing with grief, but rejoicing in hope.
Date:April 16, 2012
Cisco
Location:Washington State
Age:55-65
Gender:female
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I purchased this book after listening to a radio interview on Moody Bible Radio with Steven Curtis Chapman. It is an easy read, but deeply moving. It is inspirational, and encouraging. I loved all the information on adoption opportunities. I found Mary Beth's courage to be honest a real testimony on so many levels. You do laugh, and then cry, and then struggle for closure and healing for all of her family.
The pain of losing a child can make you focus on what you have lost. It takes time and determination to move that focus to what you have. Grieving is hard work, and best done in the arms of the Savior with those you love. I love this book. Thank you, Mary Beth, for writing it!
The pain of losing a child can make you focus on what you have lost. It takes time and determination to move that focus to what you have. Grieving is hard work, and best done in the arms of the Savior with those you love. I love this book. Thank you, Mary Beth, for writing it!
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Review 17 for Choosing to SEE: A Journey of Struggle and Hope
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Wonderful book!
Date:April 14, 2012
psalm11817
Age:35-44
Gender:female
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This book was simply amazing. She doesn't try to paint a pretty little "spotlight" Christian story life. She shows you the good, bad and ugly. I can personally relate to someone that doesn't try to make you feel like their perfect. Its amazing to see God's grace in Mrs. Chapman's life. What I loved about the book was that it wasn't just about the tragic accidental death of her daughter. Its about her whole life and getting through each obstacle with God's help. One minute you'll be laughing the next minute crying.
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Review 18 for Choosing to SEE: A Journey of Struggle and Hope
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Date:March 29, 2012
Nancy Cooper
Location:Chelsea, AL
Age:Over 65
Gender:female
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I am amazed at this book's author, Mary Beth Chapman, to speak to my heart as she dealt with so much trauma and sadness in her life! I recommend her book to all women and men! God truly uses her story to bless the readers!
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Review 19 for Choosing to SEE: A Journey of Struggle and Hope
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Choosing to See
Date:March 15, 2012
Beth
Location:Virginia
Age:35-44
Gender:female
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As I read through the tears, I found a person that has the same fears, challenges and goals that all of us do. The book opened my eyes and made me want more. Thank you for opening your heart to help heal my own.
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Review 20 for Choosing to SEE: A Journey of Struggle and Hope
Overall Rating:
Riveting
Date:February 22, 2012
banana
Location:Mt. Vernon, Washington
Age:45-54
Gender:female
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I could not set this book down. The style of writing is relational and you feel as if you are in kinship with the Chapman's as they share their lives.
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