After thirty years of rescuing abandoned and abused children in Mexico through Casa Hogar Los Angelitos, Nancy Nystrom has heard it all: "You're not religious enough." "She's not even a Christian." "It will fail-she's a woman."
But what does it really mean to be "Christian enough"? And why should gender determine one's calling to serve God?
In this deeply personal and biblically grounded exploration, Nystrom examines the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, revealing a Savior who consistently elevated women, welcomed the marginalized, and challenged religious legalism. From the woman at the well to the prophetess Huldah, Scripture overflows with examples of women called by God to lead, teach, and transform lives.
Drawing from her own experiences facing opposition as a female ministry leader, historical examples of women who changed the world, and careful biblical scholarship, Nystrom asks the hard questions: Have we replaced Christ's message of grace with man-made rules? Are we following Jesus or the traditions of the Pharisees?
Am I Christian Enough? invites readers to rediscover what it means to follow Christ, regardless of gender, background, or religious pedigree. Not just for women, this book calls all believers to examine whether their faith reflects Jesus's heart or human limitations.
When Nancy Nystrom lost her son Freddy in 1994, she had an experience that changed her life, her direction, and in 1995, led her to establish Casa Hogar Los Angelitos in Manzanillo, Mexico, a home for children suffering from abandonment, abuse, and desperate situations. Nancy is listed in 2024's Who's Who for Women and has received other awards and special acknowledgments throughout her life. Because of her ongoing work with children, she is a popular guest speaker for various civic organizations and churches.
