I found this book very thought-provoking in terms of the tendency we all have to put other things, apart from Jesus, at the centre of our lives. The second half of the book discusses the particular issues faced by mothers, but the first half of the book could be used by any group of Christians to discuss what motivates us and takes up our attention and time. As there are questions at the end of each chapter, and a prayer to address the issue under discussion, it could make a useful Bible study aid. I found the chapter on 'control' particularly helpful as that's an aspect of life we rarely class as an idol, but which I found particularly compelling. With references to other books but especially Bible passages, Christina Fox digs into the uncomfortable areas of challenge and temptation which motherhood brings, and back to the centrality of being honest in our prayers about our egocentricity in so many areas. She ends by reminding us of the necessity of rooting up our idols and replacing them with our Saviour as we come to know him more through Bible study, prayer, self-control and fellowship with other Christians.

Mairi Martin, Esk Valley Church