About the Book
When you think of a husband deployed into combat, a spouse called to serve God and people, long seasons of loneliness and solo parenting, a Permanent Change of Station, starting new relationships all over again, and a life that seems constantly on the move and perhaps out of control, chances are you immediately think of the life of a military wife.
But there's another life whose journey has many parallels to these things--and that's the biblical character of Sarah. Join author and longtime military wife Beth Runkle as she dives into the story of Sarah, offering thirty hope-filled and practical encouragements for military wives along the way.
Navigating the military lifestyle is not easy--but Jesus has His eye on those who are called to it, especially wives. Whether you face a parenting struggle, a marriage frustration, or yet another move, take heart in these encouragements as they empower you to embrace God's peace and your unique role in His mission as a military wife.
About the Author :
Beth Runkle and her husband serve with Cru Military(R). She served as a military wife during her husband's 25-year career with the Air Force. She disciples and conducts Bible studies for female cadets and young military spouses. Having come to faith through Bible study, she has led small groups for military couples and taught Bible study for 23 years. She is also a women's ministry speaker in various venues. She earned her Master of Theological Studies at Gateway Seminary and wrote a book for military wives called Another Move, God? 30 Encouragements to Embrace Your Life as a Military Wife with B & H Publishing Group in October of 2024. The Runkles have two kids in college.
Review :
"What a gift this book is for the women who support our armed forces best! True to its name, Another Move, God? 30 Encouragements for Embracing Your Life as a Military Wife speaks to the reader's deepest needs with compassion, truth, and grace. Fellow sojourner Beth Runkle draws from her own decades of experience, and even more importantly, points to the guiding light of God's Word for every challenge unique to the military lifestyle. If you're longing for refreshment and renewed perspective, dive in."
-- Jocelyn Green, author of Faith Deployed: Daily Encouragement for Military Wives and co-author with Dr. Gary Chapman of The 5 Love Languages MilitaryEdition "In Another Move, God? Beth Runkle starts with empathy for the military spouse because she has lived the struggle. She then reframes the struggle into a calling of its own--a calling that is nothing short of an opportunity to be shaped by the living God and serve others with a power not of this world."
-- Clint Hinote, Lieutenant General (retired), U.S. Air Force, Admirer of all military spouses
"Although you can't judge a book by its cover, you can judge it by its author. Born out of Beth Runkle's personal experience as a military spouse and based on the Word of God, Another Move, God? addresses the unique challenges of women married to military men. With grace and Solomonic wisdom, Beth points military wives to a loving, sovereign God who understands their struggles and walks with them through their challenges. I strongly recommend this book!"
-- Cecil R. Richardson, Chaplain, Major General (retired), U.S. Air Force, 16th Chief of Air Force Chaplains
"Another Move, God? is a book that should be in the hands of every military wife. Beth Runkle skillfully unpacks the challenges of military families and provides biblical wisdom along with practical action steps that will greatly strengthen the families who sacrificially serve our country. If you read only one book on growing a stronger family while in the military--make this the one!"
-- Carol Kent, Executive Director of Speak Up Ministries, Speaker & Author of When I Lay My Isaac Down
"In the pages of Beth Runkle's captivating new book, I discovered a new friend. I caught myself laughing, nodding in agreement, and leaning in as I connected with the story of Abraham and Sarah in a way I never had before. Beth Runkle excels at weaving together relevant examples, historical context, and Biblical truths to uplift the reader. Her 30-day devotional is precisely what a military wife needs for encouragement amidst the daily challenges of military life."
-- April Griffin, Co-Founder Homefront Heroes Ministries
"In Another Move, God?: 30 Encouragement for Embracing Your Life as a Military Wife, Beth Runkle provides a power-packed book filled with biblical wisdom, practical- real-life illustrations and it's wrapped up with a whole lot of inspiration. Beth is like the best friend who comes over with lattes and packing tape and helps you pack and unpack your life with lavish love."
-- Pam Farrel Author of 61 books including bestselling coauthored MenAreLikeWaffles, Women AreLike Spaghetti, and Discovering Wisdom in Proverbs: A Creative Bible Study Experience
"One of the many challenges military wives face are frequent moves and the need to start anew so frequently. I wish I had this wonderful book when I was in the middle of our 15 military moves. Beth's practical advice, spiritual insight, and upbeat point of view make this book a must-read for all military families. The regular grounding of reading God's Word before each chapter provides a lifeline that the military spouse needs to take our lives one step at a time. I'm actually in the middle of a major move now and I feel that reading this book has not only invited God more proactively into my journey, but it has also given me two sisters in Beth and Sarah, to lighten my load. I'm buying this book for every military spouse I know, including three Kay women who are currently in the midst of these moves."
-- Ellie Kay, founder of Heroes at Home, 501(c)3
"As a military veteran, military wife, and a Navigator disciple-maker within the military context, I found Beth's book to be a must-read for military wives, new and experienced. Beth invites us into her lived experience while going back to Scripture, tying in lessons and truths from Abraham and Sarah, and challenging us to run through the tape. This isn't a talk-at-you book, but rather it's a tool to draw other military wives into conversations that will lead them to pause, reflect, wrestle, and pray - aspects of our relationship with God that seem to be missing in our daily lives. Thank you, Beth, for encouraging us to find the space and spend the time with each other and our Father!"
-- Esmé Daetz
"Each of these well-written devotions takes the reader on a journey of faith, trust, and extraordinary challenges as seen through the eyes of Sarah as she obediently followed Abraham. Born out of her struggles, lessons learned, and deep desire to come alongside and minister to other military wives, Beth has produced a deeply personal and meaningful pathway to those that have come behind her to enable them to have the courage, faith, and ability to serve their families and their Lord well."
-- David Warner, Brig. General (retired), U.S. Air Force, Member - Cru Military Executive Committee, Former Executive Director, Officer's Christian Fellowship
"Another Move, God? Is a beautiful journey linking the challenges of a military wife with the formidable journey of Abraham and Sarah as they followed God's leading. With decades of experiencing the trials, uncertainties, and unpredictable mobility of life in the military, Beth Runkle provides profound and practical application from the life and faith of Sarah."
-- Judy Douglass, Global Director, Women's Resources, Cru, Author, Speaker, Encourager
