Lessons I Learned in the Dark: Steps to Walking by Faith, Not by Sight [Paperback]

Jennifer Rothschild (Author), Beth Moore (Foreword)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 10, 2002

At the age of fifteen, Jennifer Rothschild confronted two unshakable realities: Blindness is inevitable ... and God is enough. Now this popular author, speaker, and recording artist offers poignant lessons that illuminate a path to freedom and fulfillment. With warmth, humor, and insight,Jennifer shares the guiding principles she walks by -- and shows you how to walk forward by faith into God's marvelous light.

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About the Author

Jennifer Rothschild, speaker, author, and recording artist, captivates audiences with her storytelling and signature wit as she travels across the country challenging her listeners to walk by faith, not by sight. Rothschild is cofounder of WomensMinistry.NET and lives in Springfield, Missouri, with her husband, Philip, and their sons, Clayton and Connor.

Product Details

• Paperback: 224 pages
• Publisher: Multnomah Books (September 10, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1590520475
• ISBN-13: 978-1590520475
• Product Dimensions: 5.2 x 0.6 x 8.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (21 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #185,323 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

'We walk by faith and not by sight.' 2 Corinthians 5:7 'It is well with my soul.' For Jennifer Rothschild, these words are much more than the lyrics from a familiar hymn; they represent a foundation upon which many life lessons have been learned in the dark. At the young age of fifteen, Jennifer was diagnosed with a rare, degenerative eye disease that would eventually steal her sight. It was more than a turning point for the Miami, Fl, native. Her dreams of becoming a commercial artist and cartoonist faded. Words and music have replaced her canvas and palette for more than 25 years. Known for her substance, and a down-to-earth style, Jennifer weaves together colorful illustrations, universal principles, and music to help audiences find contentment, walk with endurance, and celebrate the ordinary. Through her signature wit and poignant story-telling, audiences are prompted to look beyond their circumstances to find unique 'gifts,' in unusual packaging. At the young age of fifteen, Jennifer was diagnosed with a rare, degenerative eye disease that would eventually steal her sight. It was more than a turning point for the Miami, Fl, native. Her dreams of becoming a commercial artist and cartoonist faded. Words and music have replaced her canvas and palette for more than 25 years. Jennifer has taken her message of encouragement across the country speaking at national and regional gatherings of busy professionals, dedicated volunteers, salt-of-the-earth farmers, impressionable youth, and overwhelmed moms and dads. Jennifer has been a featured speaker for the Women of Faith arena events, and has teamed up with Beth Moore to lead LifeWay's National Women's Conferences. Thousands have come away with a new vision for their work, their family, and their future. Jennifer is the author of Fresh Grounded Faith (2008), Self Talk, Soul Talk (2008), Lessons I Learned in the Light (July 2006) Fingerprints of God (Multnomah, 2005), and Lessons I Learned in the Dark (Multnomah, 2002), and two best-selling DVD-enhanced bible studies, Walking by Faith (LifeWay, 2003) and Fingerprints of God (LifeWay, 2005). Her most recent study is Me, Myself and Lies: A Thought-Closet Makeover (Lifeway 2009) and is based on her popular book Self Talk, Soul Talk. In addition to her writing and speaking ministry, Jennifer is an accomplished songwriter and recording artist, with six albums to her credit including Walking by Faith: The Music Captured Live, Along the Way, and others. Her life story and message has been the cover story of numerous national publications including Virtue magazine, Becoming Family magazine, HomeLife magazine, and others. She's been interviewed on national TV and radio programs including The Chuck and Jenni Show, Hour of Power, Life Today, Family Life Radio, TBN, and others. Jennifer is also founder and publisher of the popular online magazine, WomensMinistry.NET. She resides in Springfield, Missouri with her husband of 24 years, Dr. Philip Rothschild, and their two sons, Clayton and Connor. She enjoys nature walks, visits to theme parks, and riding a bicycle built for two. She got a real charge singing the national anthem for the Atlanta Braves and bungee-jumping from seven and a half stories.

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23 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Lessons I Learned in the Dark., October 18, 2002

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Francis E. Clark "Gene Clark" (Denver,Co USA) - See all my reviews
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This is a must read book for anyone struggling with the challenges that life throws our way. In the book, Jennifer shares her fears and disappointments, but more importantly, how she overcomes these very real hurdles in her life. Contained in the pages are practical steps and advice in how to overcome the hurdles in all of our lives and how to draw closer to God. Many know of God, few know God in such a loving and special way as Jennifer. This is a book you will want to read over and over again.

19 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Read! - Inspiring and Captivating!, October 30, 2002

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B. Mendez (Houston, TX - USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Lessons I Learned in the Dark: Steps to Walking by Faith, Not by Sight (Paperback)

Lessons I learned in the Dark is one of the best books I've ever read. Jennifer uses a humorous style to bring home in very real way how we can find joy in whatever circumstance we are in.

Its a wonderful book to give to as a gift - everyone can identify with the lessons she illustrates in this book.

I highly recommend it!!

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring and Enlightening-a true Gem!, March 1, 2007

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[e-mail] "Author/Ministry Leader" (Myrtle Beach, SC) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Lessons I Learned in the Dark: Steps to Walking by Faith, Not by Sight (Paperback)

Wow,this book is one of the most inspirational I have read! I can't imagine there is a person out there that wouldn't benefit highly by reading this book!
She is honest and transparant about facing her fears, failures, and triumphs and inspires us to face ours; sprinkled with Scripture and honest personal story, she ends chapters with Biblical perspective and how a Christian can apply what she learned to live a victorious life of faith.

Reading her vivid story-telling you will not just feel as if you're reading a book; you will feel as if you know her and have journeyed with her. Knowing what she has "walked" through she certainally does convince you that whatever "seeming obstacles" that you are presented with in life-that God will make something beautiful of it and bring you through it, and you will actually be thankful for it.

She focuses on thankfulness, rejoicing and a positive attitude being keys-and how her parents, then supportive Mr Wonderful helped and motivated her to overcome the dark and scary places of life by walking out in faith. She is honest about the good and the bad, and gives you the motivation to take the risks, and enable you to find your purpose and not hide or listen to your own excuses any longer!

Her journey in the dark has given me such a deeper and richer and understanding of what it means to live by faith, and to walk out into the future that God has for each of us-not knowing where we're going, but trusting His leading and stepping out of our "comfort" places, growing and overcoming! This is a truly inspiring story for any and everyone to read! I recommend this book very highly-as she found her true gem, and many of them spiritually and personally on her faith walk, she will help you find yours!

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