|
$14.99
|
Item Added to Cart Electronic Item Added to Cart
|
|
Item Added to Cart
|
|
|
Learn 7 simple, life-changing principles Jesus used to disciple His followers. Includes discussion questions. 9 lessons.
Description:
Women have the power to influence others, whether we're trained leaders or not. Discover 7 principles for building solid relationships through simple steps to mentoring from author and speaker Carol Kent.
• 9 lessons
Becoming a Woman of Influence
ISBN-13:
9781576839331
Trim Size: 5.5 x 8.25
Cover: Paperback
224
Pages
$14.99
Percentage Discounts for Bulk Purchases of Single Items
-
Downloadable
-
Part of a Series
-
Available in Spanish
You May Also Like:
Customer Reviews
Ideal Resource for Women!
I have had the pleasure of reading a number of Carol Kent's books in the past, so was very excited to be able to read Becoming A Woman of Influence.
As a mom, I know that just how easy (and important) it is to influence my children, but haven't really given it much thought as to how I influence other women in my life. That is until I read this book. It has really shown me how to live my life with intentionality and purpose. It gives seven principles to incorporate in your life to influence those around you, and either become, or find, a mentor for others. A fantastic read, with a great nine week study guide that will help you work through becoming a solid Titus 2 woman! The only thing that bugged me about the book was that most of the scripture references were from The Message by Eugene Peterson. Although I really enjoy this translation of the Bible, I feel that in a study book such as this one, the references should have been from a more literal translation like the NASB or ESV. Otherwise, a very solid, encouraging read that I highly recommend be read by all women, church leaders or not.
Posted by
shirley rempel
on
4/29/2011 3:54:53 PM
Excellent Read!
I was attracted to this read by the title but also because I've read a little about Carol Kent's life. Some of "the things" she's gone through in life have been more than I could bear. But Carol seems to be a woman of God who also puts her money where her mouth is . . . as an old saying goes.
Becoming A Woman of Influence isn't as most of us would think. The principles Carol includes is teaching women how to listen, how to hug in a crisis and simply learning how to help others.
The seven principles Carol includes in this book are:
The Principle of Time Alone with God
The Principle of Walking and Talking
The Principle of Storytelling
The Principle of Asking Questions
The Principle of Compassion
The Principle of Unconditional Love
The Principle of Casting Vision
The Principle of Unconditional Love stood out to me. Unconditional love is easy to give as a mom but boy.o.boy not sure if I really want to give this kind of love to others! Well. . . Carol's principle of unconditional love helped to see that it's following the heart of Jesus. No, we can't have a lot of these principles in our lives unless we allow Jesus to rule and reign. Carol's views and descriptions may help you to see beyond your four walls just as see helped me.
Carol also encourages the reader to have a heart relationship with God not a mediator relationship through a priest of pastor. This is good advice.
This is one of those 5 star reads that will make you think and pray. I want to be a woman of influence for Jesus. Not just spouting off scripture after scripture but showing by an example of a godly life.
Whether you're a young, single woman, a midlife mom or a grandma this is an excellent book for women of all ages and walks of life!
Posted by
Tammy Griffin
on
4/12/2011 7:37:27 AM
Not My Favorite Book
I did not find "Becoming A Woman of Influence" by Carol Kent to be among my favorite books that I have read. This book discusses and teaches women how to be able to impact the lives of other women. It encourages and helps pave the way for women to become mentors to other women, especially younger women. While I do agree with the author's words on this topic, I had a very hard time with her delivery. Unfortunately, I felt that Carol Kent came across as "uppity" and all-knowing in the way she delivered her message. I found it very difficult to read through this book and stay focused because of this fact. I do wonder if an older woman would appreciate this book more than myself. I will state again though, that I do agree with her message. I believe that we all are to strive to become mentors to one another. I think Carol Kent is Biblically sound in encouraging women to become mentors and essentially become Titus 2 women. I just would have liked it if I felt more of a humbleness from the author. I received this complimentary book from NavPress and have not received money to provide this review.
Posted by
Lindsay Andrews
on
3/23/2011 7:16:55 PM
Solid Principles, Awkward Elements
These seven principles for mentoring women (especially newer Christians and seekers) are time-tested and solid, vividly illustrated, and well-grounded in Scripture.
This edition had two drawbacks for me, neither of which would prevent me from recommending the book: the study guides, and the presentation of Scripture.
I found the accompanying study guides a bit too long and fragmented. I became impatient with what felt like a “jumpy” experience” through too many Scriptures and exercises.
I also found the Scripture presentation felt a bit awkward. She often paraphrased long portions (for copyright reasons?), but not creatively, or even briefly -- she appeared to describe almost every line of the Scripture, which came to feel a bit tedious. For quoted Scripture, she primarily used the Petersen paraphrase, The Message (a creative meditation on the original texts. I believe The Message as a teaching tool is best used in concert with proper translations of the text, not as a substitute for them.
That said, the seven well-founded principles made it a worthwhile read for any woman looking for thoughtful primer for serving as a spiritually healthy mentor to women, and I would recommend it as such.
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from NavPress Publishers as part of their Blogger Review Program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commision's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."
Posted by
Jess Mason
on
3/7/2011 5:03:12 PM
Superb guide to "Becoming a true Woman of Influence"!
One thing I can never say about Carol Kent is that she is boring – for she never is!
This book reveals deep insights concerning women growing into influential positions, and embracing women like these into our lives. She highlights main points that point directly to scripture, revealing that these insights truly did not come from herself – but from direction of her relationship with God.
Though it took me a couple of months to read the book (I just so happen to slowly digest good books like this), when I found myself reading the book, I discovered I had a hard time putting it down (but when my eyes are starting to close due to just be over tired, I do what I have to do).
Carol’s style, grace, compassion and mercy flow through this book as the personal mentor she encourages all women to find in their own lives.
The companion 9-week study guide is excellent – and it prompts you to journal rather than fill in the blanks; which I find to be deeply helpful in learning and growth.
If you don’t have a personal mentor in your life, please embrace this book until one enters into your life.
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from NavPress Publishers as part of their Blogger Review Program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commision's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements andTestimonials in Advertising."
Posted by
Marni Arnold
on
2/21/2011 2:03:58 PM
An Addition to my Must Read List
Becoming a Woman of Influence is about building relationships where you can say as Paul did, "Follow me as I follow Jesus" (1 Cor 11:1). This is not a "how to be a mentor" book, rather it presents 7 principles, drawn from Jesus' life, for developing life changing relationships.
I really believe that Kent held these principles close to her heart as she wrote Becoming A Woman of Influence not only just as the information in the book, but also as the content and tone of the book. So many books written for Christian women come across as guilt inducing and brow-beating. Becoming a Woman of Influence was a breath of fresh air. I could easily imagine sitting down at the kitchen table with Kent and, over a cup of tea, listening to her say "Let me tell you how intentional relationships have blessed me."
The only complaint I have about this book (and it is a minor one) is that many of the scripture references are quoted from The Message Bible. This is more a matter of personal preference. I am more familiar with the tone of the NIV or NKJV translations. On occasion, the more casual tone of The Message did not immediately signal to me "this is a Bible verse." On the good side, when I am reading, I have the bad habit of skipping quoted Bible verses. The unusual translation of the Bible used in Becoming A Woman of Influence meant that I rarely skipped reading the Bible quotes.
The best Christian books are the ones that act as signposts, faithfully pointing to God. The best Christian books are the ones that, when finished, send you to the Holy Bible, the Word of God to get more of “that”, to experience more God.
Becoming a Woman of Influence is that kind of book.
Unlike many books for Christian Women, this book did not leave me feeling like I have one more thing to add to my to-do list, rather it gave me a deep longing to better understand the life of Jesus. Before I finished reading Becoming a Woman of Influence, I picked up my Bible and turned to Matthew chapter 1. As I read through a second time, I found Kent's book to be just as rich, just as deep, and just as inspiring as it was the first read through.
I give this book a solid 5 stars, an honor reserved for books that will find their home on my yearly reading shelf.
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from NavPress Publishers as part of their Blogger Review Program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commision's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."
Posted by
Sunny
on
2/18/2011 3:57:20 PM
Becoming a Woman of Influence
One thing is certain: I do desire to be a woman who influences others to draw deeper into the love and life of Christ. When I saw this Carol Kent title available from NavPress I knew right away that it was one I wanted to read.
Kent bases her book around 7 principles drawn from examining the life of our Lord Jesus and gives us real-life application for implementing these principles into our lives as women. The keys she brings forth are:
1. Time alone with God
2. Walking and talking
3. Storytelling
4. Asking questions
5. Compassion
6. Unconditional love
7. Casting vision
The book is not a long one; there are a couple of introductory chapters and then one devoted to each of these principles. That made the reading interesting, since I knew there would be a different focus each time I picked it up.
My main complaint against this book would be the fact that Kent mainly uses The Message Bible when sharing Scripture. As a lover of the beautiful and lyrical King James version, I would often not catch that she was quoting a passage that I was very familiar with or even had memorized until she listed the reference at the end. I'd never read The Message Bible before but found it to be too informal and summarized for my personal taste.
There is a 9-week study guide included at the back that I did not have time to go through with this reading but I did take a peek at it and thought it looked very thorough and thought-provoking. Sometime I would like to go through and study it out as the author intended.
I found many helpful and practical ideas presented in the book. My favorite chapter was the one about asking questions to draw people out. I also liked how the focus was on us becoming like Christ so that He could draw others to Himself through us. That's where the difference really is: our own efforts will always fall short, but through Christ in us we can see other ladies brought to freedom and new heights in their relationship with Him. It is all about Him!
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from NavPress Publishers as part of their Blogger Review Program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commision's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."
Posted by
Erin
on
2/18/2011 9:00:16 AM
Learn from others
This book is mainly about older Christian women becoming mentors to younger Christian women. Becoming a Woman of Influence has nine chapters and they are Impacting Live Like Jesus Did, Learning from the Master, The Principle of Time Alone with God, The Principle of Walking and Talking, The Principle of Storytelling, The Principle of Asking Questions, The Principle of Compassion, The Principle of Unconditional Love, The Principle of Casting Vision. Then after those chapters comes a Nine-week Bible Study.
This book shows us if we just follow Jesus’ example and do what He did we will be doing the right thing.
Here is three facts from the book that really jumped out at me.
1. One person (Jesus) trained twelve human beings who went on th so influence th world that time itself is now recorded as being before or after His existence.
2. This person (Jesus) worked with a staff that was totally human and not divine… a staff that in spite of illiteracy, questionable backgrounds, fractious feelings, and momentary cowardice went on to accomplish the tasks He trained them to do. They did this for one man the reason-to be with Him again.
3.His leadership style was intended to be put to use by any of us.
So the author is saying we can mentor twelve people and get fantastic results also.
Very good book that I believe would be an interest if you want to start a program like this or have someone older mentor you.
Posted by
Wanda Chamberlain
on
2/13/2011 2:56:31 PM
Becoming a Woman of Influence by Carol Kent
Summary
Becoming a Woman of Influence by Carol Kent is a book about intentionally influencing others through mentoring. By studying the life of Jesus as He mentored His disciples, Mrs. Kent has observed 7 life changing principles for making a lasting impact on others. She devotes a chapter to each. The seven principles she observed in Jesus' life are:
1. Spend time alone with God
2. Walk and talk with people
3. Storytelling
4. Asking people questions
5. Showing compassion
6. Practicing unconditional love
7. Cast a vision of what Jesus can do in the life of someone willing to give her potential to Him
A nine week Bible study is included in the back of the book that can be used for a personal or group Bible study.
My Opinion
I loved this book. It was spiritually refreshing and a pleasure to read. In Mrs. Kent words,
“The sole purpose of this book is to inspire and equip women to impact lives as Jesus did.” I was inspired, challenged, blessed and encouraged. I highly recommend this book to anyone who wants to make a difference in the lives others. I give this book 5 out of 5 stars.
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from NavPress Publishers as part of their Blogger Review Program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commision's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."
Posted by
Debbie
on
2/8/2011 2:26:05 PM
Influence of Others
Carol Kent, who is also the author of “Now I Lay My Isaac Down” has written a motivating Bible Study titled, “Becoming a Woman of Influence.” The study is based upon the premise that we can influence others with whom we interact and we can impact their lives and their walk with God.
In the book, the author states “The sole purpose of this book is to inspire and equip women to impact lives as Jesus did.”
And if this sounds just a bit threatening she goes on to say,” When we follow Christ’s example, we will admit our failures, talk through the growth they produces in our lives and keep pointing people to Jesus.”
No matter what we do and who we are, we can be a mentor for another woman or women and influence their lives. Carol’s book and study is based upon seven life changing principles that she discusses in depth with the reader, beginning with time alone with God.
I read the book straight through, answering the questions to myself, but it also includes an in depth Bible Study that can be done alone or in a small group setting. The study is designed for nine weeks and includes scriptures for each lesson, along with questions for thought and consideration. I recommend using a journal as you complete the study, to record your thoughts and feelings.
I received this free book from NavPress Publishers as part of their Blogger Review Program. I was not obligated to provide a positive review. The opinions contained in this review are strictly my own.
Posted by
Miriam
on
1/19/2011 11:15:30 AM