by Jennifer | Apr 17, 2015 | Christian, encouragement, Hope, Inspirational
I read Lisa Whittle’s book, I Want God, during a weeklong trip at the beach. The entire week before we left, the book called to me as it sat on my dresser ready to be packed inside my suitcase. I couldn’t wait to read it. However, I knew there was going to...
by Jennifer | Apr 15, 2015 | Christian, encouragement, Hope, Inspirational
Oh, friend, It’s been quite a day so far and it’s only 2:53pm on Tuesday. I don’t know what else is going to happen, but if it’s anything like my morning then someone hold me! Here’s a quick rundown… I had to drag myself out of bed...
by Jennifer | Apr 13, 2015 | Christian, encouragement, Hope, Inspirational
Saturday morning, Paul and I walked the trails at a nearby park while watching our children ride bikes. I followed behind one while he stayed ahead of the other. As parents, we keep watch and protect. It’s our job. The sun was shining bright, but it was windy...
by Jennifer | Apr 10, 2015 | Christian, encouragement, Hope, Inspirational
Apparently, it’s monsoon season where I live because it hasn’t stopped raining in two days and last night we lost power for eight hours. We had candles lit everywhere and for a brief moment I felt a kindred connection with Laura Ingalls. However, it was...
by Jennifer | Apr 9, 2015 | Christian, encouragement, Hope, Inspirational, Waiting
Elisabeth Elliot said, “When you don’t know what to do next, just do the thing in front of you.” Amen, Elisabeth, Amen. Some days we awaken and have no idea what to do. Our situations overwhelm us. Death and grief have a way of stopping us in our...
by Jennifer | Apr 7, 2015 | Christian, encouragement, Hope, Inspirational, miscarriage, Stillbirth, Waiting
Have you ever remembered something you’ve said to God in the past that made a difference in your future with Him? I’m talking about words that changed your prayer life so beautifully, that you know He received that particular plea like an offering of fire...