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The Good Mess: Finding Beauty in Imperfect Moments Perfect Paperback – February 20, 2024

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There are people who seem to have it all together . . . and then there's the rest of us!

Within this devotional, mother-daughter duo Debbie Morris and Elaine Fisher candidly reflect on their victories, mistakes, and lessons learned and reveal how every situation is an opportunity to encounter God and see Him turn our messes into something beautiful.

No matter what you’re facing today—chaos, grief, monotony, confusion, or a giant sticky mess on the floor—take a deep breath and a break as two generations of women discuss:
  • Navigating fruitful and dry seasons.
    Letting go of unmet or unrealistic expectations.
  • Finding freedom and healing.
  • Being present amid distractions and disappointments.
  • Meeting God in the middle of mistakes and messes.

    Their personal and family stories will inspire you, make you laugh, challenge your perspective, and open the door to an encounter with our good God, who loves turning messes into miracles.

    So we have a choice: we can chase the perfect life, or we can embrace the imperfect and see what God does.

    ABOUT THE AUTHORS

    Debbie Morris is an author and pastor at Gateway Church in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas. She delights in helping women understand who they are in God so they can discover their destinies and experience victory in life.

    Elaine Fisher is an author, speaker, and pastor at Gateway Church in Houston, Texas. She is passionate about sharing authentic revelation from the lessons she is learning as God writes her story of redemption and freedom.
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    February 20, 2024
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    13 years and up
  6. Dimensions
    9 x 6 x 0.75 inches
  7. ISBN-10
    1956943587
  8. ISBN-13
    978-1956943580
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"In this devotional, you will find strength for your struggle, comfort in the challenge, hope for the hard times, and beauty in the mess. Each chapter is written from the heart of my generous and wise friends. In giving away their lives and story, Debbie and Elaine provide a God-breathed guide for your own journey. I'm so grateful for the love and example that is tangible on each page. I know it is going to bless many."

―Charlotte Gambill, International Speaker and Author


"I love Debbie and Elaine. I've known them since I was a child, and I've seen their love for God and their love for others. This book is such a beautiful expression of who they are, with stories and truths that are as relatable as they are profound. You'll discover there isn't a mess God can't handle, and there isn't a moment He can't bring about something good. No matter what season of life you're in, this book will encourage you just as it has encouraged me. Debbie and Elaine, thank you for writing this!"

―Kari Jobe Carnes, Worship Leader


"In the field of mother-daughter duos who are also vocational ministry leaders, Debbie and Elaine are world champions! They navigate the pits and pinnacles of life with palpable faith in the sufficient grace of God and the fact that they're willing to share what they've learned along the way with such authenticity and sound biblical guidance is a gift for the rest of us! This devotional will be on Missy's and my nightstand for a long time."

―Lisa Harper, Bible Teacher, Speaker, Author of LIFE

About the Author

DEBBIE MORRIS and her high school sweetheart, Robert Morris, have been married for forty-three years. They have three adult kids—Josh (married to Hannah), James (married to Bridgette), and Elaine (married to Ethan)—and nine grandchildren. Her family is the best thing about her life! Robert and Debbie founded Gateway Church in Southlake, Texas, in 2000, which has since grown to more than 100,000 active members. Debbie led the women's ministry at Gateway for many years and is the visionary founder of Pink Impact, a Gateway women's conference. Her heart is to help women understand who they are in God so they can discover their destinies and experience victory in life. As a wife who witnessed God turn her marriage around, she delights in encouraging women to believe God can and will do the same for them. She currently serves as an executive pastor but takes every opportunity to live the grandmother life (they call her Gigi) when she can! She never thought she'd write a book with Elaine about their family and experiences, but God had other plans . . . and she's so glad He did!

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Gateway Publishing; First Edition (February 20, 2024)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Perfect Paperback ‏ : ‎ 148 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1956943587
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1956943580
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 13 years and up
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9 x 6 x 0.75 inches
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    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 29 ratings

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    DEBBIE MORRIS and her husband, Robert Morris, founded Gateway Church in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas. She is an author and pastor who delights in helping women understand who they are in God so they can discover their destinies and experience victory in life.

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    Elaine and her husband, Ethan, have been married for thirteen years, and they have four kids: Adde (10), Kate (8), Preston (7), and Jackson (5). As the daughter of Pastor Robert & Debbie Morris, Elaine grew up in church and always had an awareness of the Lord, but she didn’t develop a personal relationship with Him until she hit rock bottom at nineteen years old. Ever since, she has been passionate about helping people by sharing authentic revelation from the lessons she is learning along the way as God writes her story of redemption and freedom. In 2019, she and Ethan moved to Houston, Texas, to plant Gateway Church Houston, where she is on the executive team and serves as a teaching pastor. Elaine is an engaging communicator and has been a sought-after speaker at churches, conferences, and on television. Elaine sees it as a great honor to write a book with her best friend, and she is so grateful that her mom didn’t give up on her in the early days because today their friendship is such a gift.

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I loved this devotion of "The Good Mess." This is truly how a true reconciled of relationships between a family looks like. When someone or something has been broken because of dark hidden secrets and is revealed in a perspective of bringing this to Light, relationships between parents and their beloved children are and has been restored. A love that is so true to do whatever it takes by prayer and showing up to be there for the heart of a child that is able to be restored fully into a beautiful relationship that has truly been reconcile. The heart of a Father who loves His children ❤️ today and always to see them come home with open arms and a True Love like no other. This is a gift every family should have and is well put together for those who have been broken and is and has been healed because of A Love that comes from The Father to His children. I pray you will be blessed as this devotion has blessed me and is full of heart. Thank you for a well put together as is must read and to receive a Love like no other.
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5.0 out of 5 stars I loved the devotion of "The Good Mess"
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I loved this devotion of "The Good Mess." This is truly how a true reconciled of relationships between a family looks like. When someone or something has been broken because of dark hidden secrets and is revealed in a perspective of bringing this to Light, relationships between parents and their beloved children are and has been restored. A love that is so true to do whatever it takes by prayer and showing up to be there for the heart of a child that is able to be restored fully into a beautiful relationship that has truly been reconcile. The heart of a Father who loves His children ❤️ today and always to see them come home with open arms and a True Love like no other. This is a gift every family should have and is well put together for those who have been broken and is and has been healed because of A Love that comes from The Father to His children. I pray you will be blessed as this devotion has blessed me and is full of heart. Thank you for a well put together as is must read and to receive a Love like no other.
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5.0 out of 5 stars I loved the devotion of "The Good Mess"
Reviewed in the United States on February 21, 2024
I loved this devotion of "The Good Mess." This is truly how a true reconciled of relationships between a family looks like. When someone or something has been broken because of dark hidden secrets and is revealed in a perspective of bringing this to Light, relationships between parents and their beloved children are and has been restored. A love that is so true to do whatever it takes by prayer and showing up to be there for the heart of a child that is able to be restored fully into a beautiful relationship that has truly been reconcile. The heart of a Father who loves His children ❤️ today and always to see them come home with open arms and a True Love like no other. This is a gift every family should have and is well put together for those who have been broken and is and has been healed because of A Love that comes from The Father to His children. I pray you will be blessed as this devotion has blessed me and is full of heart. Thank you for a well put together as is must read and to receive a Love like no other.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Inspirational book for all
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This book is truly inspiring, and it is refreshing to hear from preachers that they, too, have messy parts in their lives.. just like us! I strongly recommend this book to all mothers and daughters - the daily inspiration and reflection leads you on a path to hope and clarity... Debbie and Elaine, thank you for sharing personal stories that show that we are all human, we face similar struggles, but one thing is always true... Jesus is with us, He never leaves us, and He can turn every mess into a message of love.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Inspirational with Words of Wisdom
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I am thankful to Debbie Morris and Elaine Fisher for sharing stories from their personal lives, as well as stories about the relationship they share as mother and daughter.

I was reminded that everyone goes through hard times and makes mistakes, even with those we love so dearly. This book encouraged me to remember that God is with us always, guiding us, forgiving us, and loving us graciously always, and that He can bring healing, restoration, and good to all that life brings.

Thank you, Debbie and Elaine
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Stacy Burnett
5.0 out of 5 stars I loved this book so much! Being a Christian doesn't mean you have to be perfect!!!!
Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2024
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This devotional reminded me that being a Christian doesn't mean you have to be perfect. Life is messy and God meets us right there in the middle of our mess. I loved reading all the personal stories and learning more about Debbie and Elaine's lives, but also how God moved in the midst of their struggles. It was so inspiring to me and reminded me how much the Lord cares about every detail of our lives. If you're looking for some good encouragement and want to have an encounter with God, I really encourage you to check out this book!
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4.0 out of 5 stars Great devotional
Reviewed in the United States on March 17, 2024
I enjoyed this book, it will be a great devotional however I just read it straight through. I loved the funny stories and all have depth leading to the Lord.
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Rachel Burns
5.0 out of 5 stars Be encouraged by this devotional!!
Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2024
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This reflection brought to mind the idea that being a Christian doesn't necessitate perfection. Life's complexities offer opportunities for God to meet us where we are. I found great value in the personal anecdotes shared by Debbie and Elaine, witnessing how God intervened amidst their trials. Their stories were truly inspiring, highlighting the Lord's intimate involvement in our lives. If you seek uplifting encouragement and a deeper connection with God, I highly recommend exploring this book!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Helps you leave your guilt trip at the door!
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This is such a relatable book that makes the reader feel like mistakes, adversity, or even regret is not something we have to hold on to. It’s so refreshing! But even more than that, I love the reminder that we can (and should) come to God with all of these “messes” instead. Highly recommend.
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Denese Maresh
5.0 out of 5 stars Real and inspiring book!
Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2024
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I loved Debbie and Elaine’s vulnerability. Getting to hear real stories about how they’ve found God in imperfect situations is so inspiring. If you’re looking to make God a deeper part of your every day life, I highly recommend!
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