Raised to Stay: Persevering in Ministry When You Have a Million Reasons to Walk Away

Written by Natalie Runion

Narrated by Natalie Runion

An honest exploration of disappointment with the Church, Raised to Stay is for anyone weary of God’s people but longing to keep their faith in God.
 
God might seem silent right now. God’s people might seem not worth the wounds. But hold on as Natalie Runion embarks on a journey for all who are wandering, wondering, and wrestling. Together, we will move toward trusting God again, knowing that even though Christian community may fail us, the love of God never fails.
 
When we say yes to God, we don’t say yes to church politics, ladder climbing, or burnout. We say yes to Jesus. We say yes to hope. We say yes to much that we can still embrace. Through honest words and deeply personal story, Runion challenges us to be part of a generation known for the passionate pursuit of Christ. To be remembered for loving one another, forgiving one another, and persevering with one another in our hunger for God.

• Language: English
• Publisher: David C. Cook
• Release date: Jul 4, 2023
• ISBN: 9781646893867

Reviews for Raised to Stay

[Malcolm T · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

A delight for a dilemma shared by a articulate author who wonderfully weaves catchy phrases and alliteration throughout.

Wrestling with church hurt, the decisions to stay or go, and finding one’s place among the church, this read or listen is a good companion in counseling or reflections.

[Ana Vertz · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Such an important message to today’s church. Holy Spirit is wrapped in each word!

[Anne Shields · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Natalie’s passion for ministry and to us all to lean into the lord and TRUST that HE remains the same even when it feels like life is falling apart… This is a must read if you work in ministry, and if you are a follower of Christ, you work in ministry!