“This book was written to help you see and understand that God is the Giver of life. You are his child. He cares deeply about you. When you hurt, he hurts with you.” —from the Introduction
Infertility is the profoundly wounding experience of many couples, often leading to feelings of despair and shame as they grapple with shattered dreams and unanswered questions. But God does not leave them alone in their pain. The Creator and Redeemer of life has not forsaken the infertile, but has called and equipped them to participate in his church, kingdom, and mission.
Overflowing with warmth and sensitivity, this book explores what the Bible says about infertility, helping the church walk alongside couples struggling with infertility and assessing the ethical issues surrounding common fertility treatments and reproductive technologies.
“Walking through Infertility is a resource I wish had been available when we walked through our own struggles with infertility. In an age of increasing medical advancement, the options for couples are numerous and often overwhelming. Matthew Arbo has provided a helpful resource for couples as they consider what the Bible has to say about infertility and how God’s Word speaks to the various treatments out there. But Arbo also speaks to church leaders, who are often left wondering how to counsel those under their care. This is a needed book and I’m glad it’s finally here.”
Courtney Reissig, author, Glory in the Ordinary and The Accidental Feminist
View an excerpt here.
Table of Contents:
Foreword by Karen Swallow Prior
Introduction: A Modern Story of Infertility
- Stories of Infertility and God’s Abiding Promise
- Christian Discipleship and Human Affection
- The Vitality and Consolation of the Church
- A Moral Appraisal of Infertility Treatment
Appendix: Interview with Patrick and Jennifer Arbo
Notes
General Index
Scripture Index
Walking through Infertility: Biblical, Theological, and Moral Counsel for Those Who Are Struggling is in the following collections: