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Mrs. Oswald Chambers: The Woman Behind the World's Bestselling Devotional
Michelle Ule
4.5 AVERAGE
3 reviews for:
Mrs. Oswald Chambers: The Woman Behind the World's Bestselling Devotional
Michelle Ule
4.5 AVERAGE
I knew nothing about Biddy Chambers before I read this book— and really not much about her husband either. I thoroughly enjoyed learning about their ministry
An Inspiring Account of God’s Work Through One Humble Woman
Jesus said, “Truly I tell you, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you.” (Mathew 17:20, NIV) Oswald and Biddy Chambers had such a faith!
I recently finished reading Mrs. Oswald Chambers: The Woman Behind the World’s Bestselling Devotional by Michelle Ule. This account of their lives together, and, more specifically, Gertrude Hobbs Chambers (Biddy Chambers), is an account of faith, of utter dependence on God for all things, knowing that He is the provider of all good things! Biddy Chambers is a beautiful illustration of what a Christian wife should be. Submitting to her husband, but submitting first to God, working well for her family to provide a good home for them all, showing such beautiful hospitality to all who cross their paths – this is what I hope to be! Her story is one of trial and triumph! But not triumph in herself or her own accomplishments but triumph in what God has done for His kingdom through her and her husband! THIS is what a testimony should be – pointing people to what God has done!
This book does a beautiful job of pointing it’s readers to God, to Christ our saviour! Written by a woman trained as a reporter, it has the appeal of a feature story, drawing in readers to the facts, yes, but also to the deep emotion behind the facts. I will readily admit I cried at the point of Oswald Chambers’ death! The story takes us from Biddy’s young life to her death, illustrating her striving to live for God’s glory all her life!
It is beautifully written and easy to read and, I believe, would appeal to readers from all walks of life! There is so much I could say about this book but it would fill a week’s worth of blog posts at least! Suffice it to say, I would highly recommend this book and plan to loan out my copy to many!
I’d like to close with a favourite quote from the book, a quote from Oswald Chambers: “God never gives strength for tomorrow, or for the next hour, but only for the strain of the minute.”
Disclosure: I received this book free from Baker Books through the Baker Books Bloggers www.bakerbooks.com/bakerbooksbloggers program. The opinions I have expressed are my own, and I was not required to write a positive review.
Jesus said, “Truly I tell you, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, ‘Move from here to there,’ and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you.” (Mathew 17:20, NIV) Oswald and Biddy Chambers had such a faith!
I recently finished reading Mrs. Oswald Chambers: The Woman Behind the World’s Bestselling Devotional by Michelle Ule. This account of their lives together, and, more specifically, Gertrude Hobbs Chambers (Biddy Chambers), is an account of faith, of utter dependence on God for all things, knowing that He is the provider of all good things! Biddy Chambers is a beautiful illustration of what a Christian wife should be. Submitting to her husband, but submitting first to God, working well for her family to provide a good home for them all, showing such beautiful hospitality to all who cross their paths – this is what I hope to be! Her story is one of trial and triumph! But not triumph in herself or her own accomplishments but triumph in what God has done for His kingdom through her and her husband! THIS is what a testimony should be – pointing people to what God has done!
This book does a beautiful job of pointing it’s readers to God, to Christ our saviour! Written by a woman trained as a reporter, it has the appeal of a feature story, drawing in readers to the facts, yes, but also to the deep emotion behind the facts. I will readily admit I cried at the point of Oswald Chambers’ death! The story takes us from Biddy’s young life to her death, illustrating her striving to live for God’s glory all her life!
It is beautifully written and easy to read and, I believe, would appeal to readers from all walks of life! There is so much I could say about this book but it would fill a week’s worth of blog posts at least! Suffice it to say, I would highly recommend this book and plan to loan out my copy to many!
I’d like to close with a favourite quote from the book, a quote from Oswald Chambers: “God never gives strength for tomorrow, or for the next hour, but only for the strain of the minute.”
Disclosure: I received this book free from Baker Books through the Baker Books Bloggers www.bakerbooks.com/bakerbooksbloggers program. The opinions I have expressed are my own, and I was not required to write a positive review.
As the 100th year of Oswald Chamber’s death is recognized this year (2017) Michelle Ule has presented us with an inspiring testimony of the life of Mr. and Mrs. Oswald Chambers, their daughter Kathleen and how the popular devotional book, My Utmost for His Highest came to be.
This is a wonderful biography about the woman behind the written works of Oswald Chambers. Gertrude Annie Hobbs Chambers became affectionately known by all as “Biddy” Chambers. It was a nickname that Oswald gave to her as a shortened version of the original name he gave her… Beloved Disciple. Beloved Disciple became BD and then “Biddy.”
This book tells of Biddy’s childhood, her change of purpose (she originally wanted to be a secretary to the Prime Minister), how she met Oswald, how they came to be married, their time on the mission field and in ministry together, his death and how she took the words she had transcribed from all of his speaking events and turned them into My Utmost for His Highest along with many other books.
Many of his books are still in publication. My Utmost for His Highest has never been out of publication since it’s original printing. It is fascinating to see how God worked through her to bless the entire world in book form. Her obedience to her call is quite humbling. She lived her entire life for her Savior.
The story of her life is one of loving servitude to a heavenly Father and her beloved husband and daughter. Her story shows how God orchestrated her purpose and provided for her throughout her life. This is certainly a faith building book. We certainly need to read more of these kinds of testimonies as Christians. It is truly inspiring!
I give this book a 5 out of 5 stars rating.
This book was provided free of charge by the Baker Publishing Group… Baker Books Division. All they ask if for me to give an honest review of the book. I highly recommend this one to all who strive to follow Christ. It is such a beautiful story!
I have officially asked for a paper copy of My Utmost for His Highest for Christmas this year. I cannot wait to read through it again after reading how it came to be. You can now get the text in classic or updated for modern language version and it is available in many different languages. I hope you seek it out for your 2018 reading devotional!
This is a wonderful biography about the woman behind the written works of Oswald Chambers. Gertrude Annie Hobbs Chambers became affectionately known by all as “Biddy” Chambers. It was a nickname that Oswald gave to her as a shortened version of the original name he gave her… Beloved Disciple. Beloved Disciple became BD and then “Biddy.”
This book tells of Biddy’s childhood, her change of purpose (she originally wanted to be a secretary to the Prime Minister), how she met Oswald, how they came to be married, their time on the mission field and in ministry together, his death and how she took the words she had transcribed from all of his speaking events and turned them into My Utmost for His Highest along with many other books.
Many of his books are still in publication. My Utmost for His Highest has never been out of publication since it’s original printing. It is fascinating to see how God worked through her to bless the entire world in book form. Her obedience to her call is quite humbling. She lived her entire life for her Savior.
The story of her life is one of loving servitude to a heavenly Father and her beloved husband and daughter. Her story shows how God orchestrated her purpose and provided for her throughout her life. This is certainly a faith building book. We certainly need to read more of these kinds of testimonies as Christians. It is truly inspiring!
I give this book a 5 out of 5 stars rating.
This book was provided free of charge by the Baker Publishing Group… Baker Books Division. All they ask if for me to give an honest review of the book. I highly recommend this one to all who strive to follow Christ. It is such a beautiful story!
I have officially asked for a paper copy of My Utmost for His Highest for Christmas this year. I cannot wait to read through it again after reading how it came to be. You can now get the text in classic or updated for modern language version and it is available in many different languages. I hope you seek it out for your 2018 reading devotional!