Hope in Hard Times
Is God’s Power for Me?
When I didn’t make the cut, I thought surely God must have completely forgotten I wanted the part in the first place. I thought this was finally my chance to shine for Him, but the rejection of the chorus leader was proof that I didn’t have what it takes. I wondered why God led me…
Read MoreWhen God Feels Far Away
I knelt in my living room in frustration thinking that maybe my physical posture would prove to God that I was serious. I knew He answered prayer, so I prayed. But this time, He didn’t seem to answer my request. Over and over I begged Him; over and over I got the same response –…
Read MoreHope in Hard Times
This week I’m so excited to introduce you to my dear friend, Sarah Geringer! She is a talented writer and we share a deep desire to share the peace of God that passes understanding with as many people as possible. You are going to love her transparent and authentic look at life. If you are…
Read MoreThis is Not What I Planned
Can we really find peace when life doesn’t work out the way we planned? This is a part of a larger series. If you missed the other posts in this series, you can find them here: Week 1 – Peace in the Unknown Week 2 – What if I Fail? Week 3: This is NOT…
Read MoreThe Broken Way Book Giveaway!
I am so excited to be giving away a beautiful gift this week! Ann Voskamp’s latest New York Times Bestseller has the potential to change the way you view the broken parts of life. It’s a powerful book of encouragement wrapped up in some of the most beautiful writing I’ve ever read. I am giving…
Read MoreWhen It Still Hurts
I pull the covers up over my head and close my eyes tightly. My mind embraces a new day, but my heart rejects the new tomorrow because I know the things that made my heart feel heavy yesterday are still there. I can still feel the heaviness, the worry, the waiting for things to work…
Read MoreWhen Life is Overwhelming and Strength is Gone
Sometimes the struggles of life take us under and sweep us away into unknown depths we have never experienced. You want to be strong, have faith, and smile through the storm, but tears, unknowns, and difficult scenarios bombard your mind faster than your faith can respond. We all have those seasons. For some it’s the…
Read MoreWhen Life Changes With One Word – Cancer
When I looked at the September calendar every week was filled to the brim with events and activities. I braced myself for a busy month and stood at the starting line ready to run. Before the first week came to an end, my plans were altered, my heart was heavy, and everything normal had to…
Read MoreFinding Purpose In Pain
You may never understand it. It’s those moments in life when everything stops. The normal flow of life is put on hold and you pray that somehow relief will come. The struggles run deep and life begins to feel impossible. When life brings unbearable circumstances it’s hard to understand why a loving God would allow…
Read MoreWhat America Really Needs
As our country weeps with blood, with tears, with fear of the next tragedy, we are called to do what only Christians can do – pray and love. There’s a history in this nation from which all of our turmoil is rooted. We must remember this is nothing new. The color of the skin has…
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