Nikki Leonti Edgar - All Things Beautiful: 31 Devotions for Single Moms

From the time I was born, my mother always made sure I felt secure in life. Yes, times have been tough, but weve gotten through everything together. With every obstacle, theres been a lesson learned. She has taught me how to get through life and stay strong. I couldnt ask God for a better mom. This book is an authentic representation of who my mom is and what weve gone through. I hope it encourages all of the moms who read it and reminds them that theyre not alone.

Jaslyn Edgar, Nikkis daughter

This is a life-changing book for single moms. It is so hard juggling life, kids, and your own heart when you are single. So often we overlook ourselves in the process of taking care of everyone else. So take time to enjoy this thirty-one-day process of finding yourself and your purpose.

Kimberly Jones Pothier, author of Beautifully Whole

Every single mother feels like a ship alone at sea at times. Single mothers have become the modern-day widow, and the percentage rises every year. To be seen and to know they are not alone is a rare gift to any mother. Regardless how a woman finds herself in the role of single parenting, to feel she is not alone and can raise exceptional humans is all the encouragement she sometimes needs. Nikki offers encouragement and hope that all is not lost, and that heroes sometimes look like women who are both mother and father to their kids.

Rita Springer, songwriter, singer, leader

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All Things Beautiful: 31 Devotions for Single Moms

Copyright 2018 Nikki Leonti Edgar

ISBN-13: 978-1-4245-5628-1 (hardcover)

ISBN-13: 978-1-4245-5629-8 (e-book)

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This book is dedicated to the beautiful girl who made me a mommy. The greatest decision of my life was you. Thank you for watching me grow up and having patience while I learned what it means to be a parent. You made it through my time as a teenager, and I made it through your time as a teenager. Jaslyn, thank you. From the deepest parts of my heart, I love you.

by Holly Wagner

O ver the last few years, I have spent quite a bit of time with Nikki Edgar. During casual dinners, she will occasionally belt out a song, which is inspiring and annoying at the same time! Her voice is just beyond belief, especially to someone like me who cant sing two notes in the same key. She is just one of those people you want to hang aroundnot because she is perfect and has it all together, but because she is real. With Nikki, you know you can have a genuine conversation and find an authentic friend.

I have watched her walk through some tough situations, and I have seen her stay faithful to the God who loves her. She is refreshingly honest, and in Los Angeles, which can be the city of fake, that is such a treasure.

Being a mom is a hard job, and I can only imagine the challenges that come with being a single mom. In all seasons, Nikki has handled her role as mom with inspiring grace.

As I read through her book, All Things Beautiful, I experienced a lot of different emotions and was honestly encouraged to trust God more. I am not a single mom, but I was refreshed with each chapter.

I love this girl, and I know that you will too. You will feel like you are having a conversation with a friend. And if you want to hear her sing and you cant make it to dinner, you should check out her music on iTunes. You will see what I mean about her amazing voice!

Holly Wagner

Pastor, Oasis Church, Los Angeles, CA

Author, Find Your Brave

M aybe youve heard it said that writing out your dreams and goals is not only cathartic, but it also helps increase your faith and gives you an opportunity to see what God can do. I write out a list of my goals for the year every January first, but you can start this at any time. On these lists would be my intentions, dreams, desires, or even things I considered to be a little foolish. Some years, my list would start with braces for my daughter and end with writing my own book. (Hey, hey! Im doing that now.)

I make a list of prayers for my family, and I used to make a list when asking God for a spouse. I wrote out everything that was important to me in a partner and what was an absolute in character. From loving my children to loving God, I carefully listed around twenty things that were non-negotiable. A year after I made this list, God sent me someone who was exactly what I prayed for. Down to every single detail.

Writing down our desires and prayers also serves as a constant reminder of what we deserve and what we should set out to attain. If I met a guy that I kept making excuses for, or if I thought I could let a couple of things slip just because I was attracted to someone, I would pull out my list and remind myself that my prayer was for someone who was truthful, caring, patient, etc. Like it did for me, a list can help you maintain focus and set a clear vision of the overall goal.

You can also take the things you pray for in a mate and turn them around on yourself. If my list was for someone honest, kind, open-hearted, nonjudgmental, and focused, I would then ask God to help me lead with kindness, honesty, and an open heart. You attract the things that are overflowing from within you. This goes for relationships, work, and other areas of life.