Encouragement
How to Keep Your Marriage Strong During Hard Times
Today I’ve invited my friend, Ashley to share a bit of marriage advice. Her and her husband, Dave have held nothing back in their book that is sure to give you a renewed desire to make your marriage the best it can be! Here’s a word from Ashley! And no, we are not twins or…
Read MoreHappy New Year! GIVEAWAY!
The new year brings fresh starts and new desires to get on the right track. I have no doubt that you probably at least considered starting a new way of studying God’s Word a little deeper. I have too! That is why I have partnered with Thomas Nelson to offer this NKJV Study Bible to…
Read MoreWhy I Write My Plans in Pencil
The year was about to change. A new chance to start fresh. A do over. I prepared my heart for big things. I opened my mind to opportunities that felt impossible. Then the day came – January 1. Before midnight hit, unexpected circumstances marched in loud and strong to a beat I never anticipated. There…
Read MoreHope When Life is Heavy
I entered the therapist office hoping for relief, help, and insight into all the struggles we were dealing with at home. Though the appointment was for my foster son, part of me wanted to kick my feet up on the edge of couch, recline, and breathe out all the things I was going through. Life…
Read MoreThe Deeper the Love, The Deeper the Loss
The phone rang and I knew. It was the wee hours of the morning. I bolted awake and said, “Hello!” The words I heard next came as a relief of sorts and a knife all at once. My dad’s battle with cancer ended and somehow it felt as if he’d won even though he…
Read MoreRemember Whose You Are
I want to introduce you to my friend Shannon Geurin! I first met Shannon at a writer’s conference and I knew right away she was the real deal. As I’ve gotten to know her more and heard her story of redemption, it brings me joy to share a glimpse of her ministry and life with…
Read MoreWhen Life Is Too Heavy
Will God give you more than you can handle? You’ve probably heard the saying, “God will never give you more than you can handle.” I’ve heard it too. But I’m learning something opposite of this cute saying. The truth we find in scripture is this: I have said these things to you, that in me…
Read MoreWhen Tomorrow Comes, but Heartache Stays
I pulled the covers up over my head and closed my eyes tightly. My mind embraced a new day, but my heart rejected the new tomorrow because I knew the things that made my heart feel heavy yesterday were still there today. I can still feel the heaviness, the worry, the waiting and wondering if…
Read MoreFoster Care and Biological Children
Sometimes I wonder if foster care is hurting my biological children. I think it’s a valid concern that many foster parents will face. But today, my biological son’s prayer offered me some special grace and a little slice of hope as we wrestle through the strains of fostering. Don’t get me wrong, foster care is…
Read MoreWhen People Hurt Your Heart
If you are visiting from Encouragement for Today, thank you for stopping by! If you missed the devotion, you can find it HERE.
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