“Hope Unfolding: Grace-Filled Truth for the Momma’s Heart” by Becky Thompson of Scissortail SILK

Girls—have I got a treat for you!!! I have to introduce you to Becky Thompson (Scissortail SILK), one of my all-time favorite bloggers to follow on Facebook! If you enjoy following me—you’ll LOVE following her. Becky’s content is always relevant, relatable, and charming. She’s the type of gal you will instantly like—from her big friendly smile to her casual and sweetly comical tone. I was so delighted last fall when I heard she was releasing her first book: “Hope Unfolding,” and I was even more thrilled to get an early release copy so I could write this review and sing her praises.

First, let me tell you a bit of what I know about Becky, the woman! She’s a PK (Pastor’s Kid) who grew up knowing and loving the Lord (LUCKY). She married her sweet husband at a young age and is now a Momma of 3 little ones, living in rural Oklahoma (hence the name “Scissortail SILK”—read about that here). She writes books, blogs, raises her babies, and does some speaking engagements all to serve and encourage her fellow Momma (aka. Warrior). There are thousands of bloggers out there, but I know you’ll agree that Becky is one of a kind. I couldn’t possible say she’s the next “insert famous Christian writer/blogger/speaker/teacher here” because she is 100% her own voice and style, and won’t need to fill any shoes. SO REFRESHING.

Author Becky Thompson

One thing is very clear: she will leave a rich imprint for Christ on this generation of women. I’m so excited to share her with you and look forward with great anticipation to see all the wonderful things that will come from her generous, faith-filled heart.

Let’s talk about this book, shall we?!

As you probably know, I just became a Momma this past year, and it changed EVERYTHING! I used to be a prolific reader and now it’s almost impossible to find the quiet time to read AT ALL! Fortunately for me, “Hope Unfolding” is an EXCELLENT book for the busy Momma.

First of all—Becky is a gifted story-teller! She has a poetic way with words that make her style easy to read and as sweet as chocolate. It doesn’t take excessive effort or brainpower—although it is FILLED with insight, should you have the time and energy to analyze and self-reflect on the lessons and scriptures within its pages. It’s also written so you can squeeze in a ten minute chapter, put it down for a few days, and comfortably pick back up at the next chapter when you get another a reading break. It’s sort of the perfect mix between a blog and a book. 🙂

The reader will be inspired, encouraged, and lovingly challenged to grow. She will laugh, she will cry, and she will feel validated (PRAISE YOU JESUS!). Such is the style of Becky Thompson. Her down-to-earth stories and willingness to be vulnerable are enough to help any Momma know she is not alone, she’s doing a great job, and her Father in Heaven approves of her.

I would strongly recommend this book for ALL young or first-time Mommas, although any Momma with young kids would feel perfectly at home in its pages. It would make an excellent Easter gift (HINT—it’s being released in MARCH 15, 2016)! It would also be a PERFECT book club read—there are discussion/reflection questions with each chapter that would make for some rich conversation amongst Momma friends or a bible study group.

I hope you will join me in following and supporting this fellow Momma and Sister! I know she will be a great encouragement to you! Will you join me in lifting her up in prayer?

Lord, we come before you in the mighty name of Jesus and lift up your beautiful daughter, Rebecca. We thank you for the gift you have given us in her. Please be with her on this journey you have set before her and give her strength, wisdom, and courage. We ask Lord that you would go ahead of her and make her crooked places straight. Please protect her and her family, and station angels around them to keep them safe. Please bring her every resource and every person she needs both to fulfill her calling and to fill her heart. Richly bless the Thompson family with every blessing. We call forth the plans and purposes you have for Becky, we speak blessing over her, and we ask for your favor, Lord, in Jesus’ name. Amen.

So gals, are you excited yet??? GREAT NEWS—you can get involved right away!