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from ashes to africa
by Josh Bottomly
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Publisher: Tate Publishing
The bitter taste of ashes was left in the Bottomlys mouths after learning their hopes of parenthood were shattered. Barrenness, regardless of the cause, causes heartache and pain so harsh it seems impossible to approach life again. But for Josh and Amy Bottomly, Africa opened a door to a new life, the life they had dreamed of. Through a little baby named Silas Tesfarmariam, the Bottomlys found their dreams realized. Clouding this new life were the storms of Africawhere beauty and tragedy, wealth and poverty, and humanity and sub-humanity coexist in a jagged tension. Thrown into the squalls of this drastically different culture, the native Oklahomans learned to see God in a different light. Not only is he the giver of children, hes the manager of nations and the keeper of hearts. Join Josh and Amy Bottomlyand Tesfarmariam too!in this inspiringly true journey from ashes to africa. Like the authors, your life will never be the same again.
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| AWESOME!! |
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Wow what a great book. I read the whole book in one setting. We are in the process of adopting a child from Ethiopia and have experienced many of the same situations in our married life that this couple had in theirs. I loved how open they were about everything. Highly recommend this book to anyone who is in the adoption process whether international or domestic.
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| Excellent book |
| Customer Rating: 5 out of 5 |
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Thoroughly enjoyable and relatable. Helped me to visualize what it would be like to go through the adoption process. I like that the book has pictures too!
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| AMAZING!!!! |
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My husband and I are going through a very similar journey as Amy and Josh. This book has given us hope and motivation. We believe we will be parents of an amazing Ethiopian child in God's time. Thank you Amy and Josh for sharing your story in an uplifting memoir.
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| Powerful Story |
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I just finished reading From Ashes to Africa today. I don't know where to start but I will try. The book touched me on so many levels. When I mentioned to Amy and Josh that I liked the book after 70 pages, Josh commented that it was a "quick" read. I did read it quick but it penetrated deep into my soul.
The first real point of connection for me was how their marital "experience" mirrored mine. It forced me to ask myself whether or not Sara and I are walking in a "common vocation" or am I running out in front of her waiting for her to come along side of me the leader - HA! I realized through their story that we need to be on the same page and that God has to design that plan.
As I read further, I felt connected to their story, Ethiopia and even Silas.
I work in orphan care and I feel a deeper sense of responsibility to love and care for orphans and Africa as a result of reading From Ashes to Africa. I feel blessed that I had a chance to read their powerful story.
I highly recommend it.
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| Their words say what my heart can't |
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I read (borrowed) this book soon after I got married. Ive always wanted to adopt from Africa but my husband has never been drawn to the idea. I loved this book and like everyone else, I devoured it.
More than a year later we have learned we are infertile and during the process of acceptance and coping I have been reminded of their story. I remember many of the words and descriptions Amy used as I face this thorn. It has been the solace in the back of my mind. I know that the feelings I have are normal and I identified with her on a whole new level.
Recently my husband has become more open to the idea of adoption. Its amazing to see God changing his heart. So now my husband and I are going to read it together and I came to this site to buy the book. I couldn't pass up the opportunity to praise this book while I was here.
Also, I would love for my family and closest friends to read it as well as my way of saying "read this and know what Ive been dealing with for the past year." Then you will understand.
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