Raised to Stay

Persevering in Ministry When You Have a Million Reasons to Walk Away

By: Natalie Runion

Narrated by: Natalie Runion

An honest exploration of disappointment with the Church, Raised to Stay is for anyone weary of God’s people but longing to keep their faith in God.

God might seem silent right now. God’s people might seem not worth the wounds. But hold on as Natalie Runion embarks on a journey for all who are wandering, wondering, and wrestling. Together, we will move toward trusting God again, knowing that even though Christian community may fail us, the love of God never fails.

When we say yes to God, we don’t say yes to church politics, ladder climbing, or burnout. We say yes to Jesus. We say yes to hope. We say yes to much that we can still embrace. Through honest words and deeply personal story, Runion challenges us to be part of a generation known for the passionate pursuit of Christ. To be remembered for loving one another, forgiving one another, and persevering with one another in our hunger for God.

©2023 Natalie Runion (P)2023 One Audiobooks

Our Hope is in Jesus!!

Thank you, Natalie, for being so open and vulnerable to share the hard things about your story to encourage the rest of us who are holding on and have held on despite wanting to walk away, because at times, that seems easier! We are living in a generation that desires Jesus, not man made rules and regulations. Perfectionism has hindered so many striving to achieve goodness when in reality, no one is perfect, and we will never be!People need hope. People need Jesus! Jesus at the Center of It All! :)

MUCH NEEDED!

absolutely have enjoyed this book and are continuing to recommend it to friends. I feel so heard and understood. but, also challenged! highly recommend.

Free from church hurt!

A well, thought out and well written book to overcome church hurt. A beautiful story of what God can do in spite of the messiness of being the body of Christ.

Tired but staying

What an encouragement this book has been. 20 years in ministry, many reasons to leave…but I could never leave Jesus. A sabbatical and still on my restoration journey…this book and Natalie’s story has made me feel not only seen but that a complete stranger is the mentor I have been seeking. Thank you for staying Natalie.

Honest and transparent; biblical

Fantastic book. Her authenticity and honesty about her journey and battle to stay is a wonderful reminder: it isn’t over. And in the end may we all say: “I’m still here.”