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Many of us feel overwhelmed by daily life. With the onset of social media, we not only worry about myriad tasks, but we feel bad if we don't measure up to everyone else's highlight reels. We lack Sabbath, and we push away rest--even though we desperately need it. And yet, the Bible is replete with women just like us--women who felt the weight of overwhelming schedules and circumstances. In their stories, you will not only learn more about the women of the Bible, but you'll begin to unpack ways to find true rest and peace. How about you? Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the tasks and circumstances of your life? Do you wake up every day feeling unmotivated or stressed out? You are not alone. Not only have others around you experienced the same things, but many women in the Bible have too. We all have asked questions like: - Why do some people seem to be able to balance everything? - What would a peaceful, restful life look like for me? - How can I find God in the midst of my busy life? This feeling of overwhelm plagues us all, but we don't need to stay there. Through the raw and real stories of ten biblical women who also felt overwhelmed, you can unearth new ways to find rest in a world that applauds hurry. The Most Overwhelmed Women of the Bible will help you find true rest, shake hands with who you are and where you are, and empower you to find hope in the midst of life's chaos.

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Praise for The Most Overwhelmed Women of the Bible: ""Many of my clients, friends, and I wrestle with two common struggles: feeling overwhelmed by our circumstances and emotions and struggling to understand how God meets us in that messy place. Through beautiful storytelling and profound biblical insights from the lives of women in the Bible, Mary DeMuth addresses this dilemma with the truth and grace we desperately need."" --Ashley Moore, author, host of the Heal and Grow podcast, and clinical mental health graduate student at Liberty University ""Mary writes with raw authenticity, breathing life into these women's stories. In a world where overwhelm is the norm, her words invite us to rediscover peace through Scripture in ways we never expected."" --Christy Boulware, author of Nervous Breakthrough and founder of Fearless Unite ""Like a skilled artist, Mary DeMuth once again brings biblical women to life through relatable and familiar narratives. She reminds us--too often forgotten--that these figures were real people with real struggles. With her masterful storytelling and timely wisdom, she helps us navigate our own overwhelm, just as these biblical women once did."" --Stephanie Gilbert, speaker, podcast co-host, and co-author of Pastors' Wives Tell All ""With her typical biblical expertise and warm heart, Mary DeMuth introduces us to the most overwhelmed women in the Bible. I say introduces us because, in many cases, it feels like we are meeting them for the first time with her fresh and riveting descriptions of their narratives. On every page, Mary reminds us all that we have moments of overwhelm and that God remains beside us, no matter what."" --Chris Morris, TEDx speaker and author of Trekking Toward Tenacity: Your Family's Roadmap to Stronger Mental Health ""Mary's rich insight helps us get to know these biblical women as she highlights their struggles, faith, and resilience. This book is a powerful journey with these women and their God that feels deeply personal and relatable. Through Mary's thoughtful writing, she offers her reader hope and an increased desire to lean into God and His Word."" --Mariel Davenport, author of Ruth: Finding Grace in the Unexpected and the TEND Bible study series ""The Most Overwhelmed Women of the Bible is beautifully written and profoundly encouraging. It brings fresh insight into the struggles of biblical women and the peace available through God in the midst of overwhelm. With the wisdom and compassion I've come to know Mary for, she brilliantly weaves the stories of biblical women into our own, reminding us that God's presence is steady even when life feels unmanageable. This book is a must-read for anyone seeking biblical encouragement, practical hope, and a deeper trust in God's peace."" --Monica Ritchie, host of the Theologically Fashioned podcast ""Mary DeMuth's The Most Overwhelmed Women of the Bible will captivate the heart of every woman navigating the whelms of life. DeMuth masterfully brings the stories of biblical women to life in a way that allows you to see yourself in their journeys. This book is a reassuring and hope-filled refuge for the overwhelmed heart--a must-read for every woman."" --Natasha Smith, author of Can You Just Sit with Me?: Healthy Grieving for the Losses of Life ""Mary DeMuth combines incredible storytelling with a biblical narrative flair to give voice to ten of the most overwhelmed women in Scripture. Women everywhere will find themselves within these powerful stories, be reminded they are not alone, and find courage, strength, and sisterhood in the women who have gone before them."" ​--Tera Elness, author of Sitting with Jesus: A Yearlong Faith Journey ""In The Most Overwhelmed Women of the Bible, author Mary DeMuth vibrantly explores and shares life through the eyes of these Old and New Testament women, allowing us to experience their difficult stories. DeMuth carefully weaves the threads that connect us all in our shared humanity. Rich with history and personality, these chapters give us the hope and peace that an ever-present God comes alongside us too, his precious daughters, in our own overwhelming stress and anxiety--seeing us and loving us."" --Jodi H. Grubbs, author of Live Slowly: A Gentle Invitation to Exhale ""Mary DeMuth hits it out of the park once more with her book The Most Overwhelmed Women of the Bible. She has a unique signature style of bringing the Scriptures to life, making you feel as if you are right there, living the story in real time."" --Dr. Deanna Shrodes, author of Uncommon Answers: Partnering with the Holy Spirit to Receive Extraordinarily More ""In The Most Overwhelmed Women of the Bible, Mary DeMuth masterfully bridges ancient stories with today's pressures. Her words offer hope and practical wisdom, reminding us that God's presence remains constant even when life feels unmanageable. A gift for every woman who feels she can't catch her breath."" --Rachel Wojo, author of Desperate Prayers: Embracing the Power of Prayer in Life's Darkest Moments ""What a creative, genre-bending work! I don't know if I've ever seen such well-written storytelling paired with commentary and devotional notes. Mary DeMuth's The Most Overwhelmed Women of the Bible is a beacon for learning, loving, and engaging with Scripture--not to mention enjoying it!"" --Jordan K. Monson, Professor of Old Testament at Huntington University and author of Katharine Barnwell: How One Woman Revolutionized Modern Missions

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Mary DeMuth is a literary agent, daily podcaster at the PrayEveryDay.show, Scripture artist, speaker, and the author of more than fifty books, including The Most Misunderstood Women of the Bible. She lives in Texas with her husband and is the mom to three adult children. Find out more at marydemuth.com.

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