What is *Choosing to SEE* by Mary Beth Chapman about?

*Choosing to SEE* chronicles Mary Beth Chapman’s journey through grief after the tragic loss of her daughter Maria Sue, exploring themes of faith, family resilience, and finding purpose in pain. It combines raw emotional honesty with reflections on trusting God’s plan, advocacy for orphans, and the tension between doubt and hope.

Who should read *Choosing to SEE*?

This book resonates with individuals navigating grief, Christian readers seeking insights on faith during hardship, and advocates for adoption. It’s also valuable for those interested in memoir-driven stories of resilience and families rebuilding after loss.

Is *Choosing to SEE* worth reading?

Yes—ranked a *New York Times* bestseller, it’s praised for its unflinching honesty and spiritual depth. Readers describe it as emotionally impactful, offering solace and practical faith lessons amidst tragedy. Endorsements from figures like Chuck Colson highlight its universal relevance.

How does *Choosing to SEE* address faith amid tragedy?

Mary Beth portrays faith as a dynamic struggle, balancing moments of doubt with trust in God’s sovereignty. She emphasizes finding hope in eternal life and experiencing God’s presence even in unanswered questions.

What role does family play in *Choosing to SEE*?

The Chapman family’s shared grief and mutual support underscore the book. Mary Beth highlights their efforts to honor Maria’s legacy through adoption advocacy and maintaining unity during emotional turmoil.

How does Mary Beth Chapman describe her grief journey?

She details overwhelming sorrow, guilt, and the challenge of balancing motherhood with personal healing. Her narrative avoids simplistic solutions, instead validating the ongoing process of reconciling loss with faith.

What is the main message of *Choosing to SEE*?

The book urges readers to “choose to see” God’s purpose in suffering, advocating for purposeful living rooted in love and service. It emphasizes that joy and grief can coexist through faith.

How does *Choosing to SEE* relate to adoption advocacy?

Maria’s adoption from China catalyzed the Chapmans’ work with Show Hope, a nonprofit supporting adoptive families. The book ties personal loss to a broader mission, framing advocacy as a redemptive outlet.

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Choosing to see

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When tragedy claimed Mary Beth Chapman's daughter, she chose to see God's presence in darkness. This NYT bestseller chronicles her raw journey through grief to hope, praised by Chuck Colson as "a book you won't put down until you've wept, laughed, and relished every page."

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This pattern would follow her into adulthood-the inability to accept imperfection in herself or her circumstances.

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Mary Beth Chapman never wanted to be the protagonist of a tragedy. Growing up in a structured home with her "Supervac" mother's immaculate housekeeping, she developed an early craving for control and perfection. When nine-year-old Mary Beth made a single mistake coloring a Holly Hobby picture, she ripped it to shreds in frustration-a pattern that would follow her into adulthood. Her spiritual life felt equally rigid: her church taught her more about fearing the loss of salvation than understanding grace. Her relationship with God was transactional-work hard, be good enough, don't mess up. College brought a fresh start and an unexpected plot twist: Steven Curtis Chapman, a mullet-wearing country boy with cowboy boots and a green guitar. Despite her intentions to marry someone predictable-perhaps an accountant-she found herself drawn to this musician. Within six weeks, they were declaring their love. Their marriage revealed a fundamental personality clash: his bouncy Tigger optimism permanently linked to her pessimistic Eeyore outlook. They settled into a tiny apartment with their meager savings and a green Ford Pinto, while Steven pursued his music dreams and Mary Beth worked as a hospital secretary. Life accelerated quickly. Their first child Emily arrived in 1986, followed by sons Caleb and Will. Meanwhile, Steven's music career soared with multiple awards and hit songs. But beneath their seemingly perfect exterior-beautiful children, Steven's booming career, their new Victorian farmhouse-something was deeply wrong inside Mary Beth.

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