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The Power of Hope
Faith allows me to know that even though I’m often caught unaware by my life circumstances, God never is. He’s already planned how to work through them for my good (Romans 8:28). It’s hope of God moving in all things that allows me to move forward with joy and freedom, tackling my issues with faith instead of being dominated by them.

Barb Lownsbury
Nov 74 min read


Unity in a Divided World
When we encounter division and hatred, our response should reflect the heart of Christ—standing for justice while still showing love, pursuing truth while extending grace.

Marla Waldron
Oct 105 min read


You Are My Calm Amidst the Storm
You are my Calm amidst the storm, and I know You will never forsake me—not now, not tomorrow, not ever.

Ruth Wacker
Sep 126 min read


The Master Gardener: How Spiritual Growth Leads to True Freedom
Where God's Spirit is present, there is freedom from every form of bondage.

Marla Waldron
Jun 275 min read


Catch My Breath
"Don’t you trust me?" I heard him whisper inside. "I know what needs to get done. Will you let go and trust me?"

Barb Lownsbury
May 235 min read


How Great Thou Art
Imagine yourself being held by the God of the universe who created every star with his breath, every thing in sight with his Word, and He still sees YOU and calls you by name

Morgan Benner
May 165 min read


The Cross Whispers This Truth
I struggled with the cross after Jonathan died. Still, the Cross whispered truth.

Karisa Moore
Apr 184 min read


For My Good
I didn’t know why this was happening, but God did. Looking back, I see how He turned my deepest pain into unexpected blessings.

Morgan Benner
Mar 285 min read


God's Goodness
He alone can turn my mourning into dancing and put my pain to good purpose.

Barb Lownsbury
Mar 144 min read


Puddles of Sunshine
She knew a secret the rest of the world didn’t ...

Sarah Davis
Mar 74 min read


Meticulous Love
No matter where we’ve been, what we’ve done, or how lost, worthless, or anxious we feel, nothing can separate us from God’s meticulous love.

Barb Lownsbury
Feb 65 min read


Obedience & Freedom
Every time I chose to twist and wriggle my way out of what God was asking of me, it led to hurt ...

Barb Lownsbury
Jan 245 min read


No Do-Overs: Live Life
We become spectacular new creations of hope through our brokenness—a stain-glass of imperfection, reflecting hope in Jesus Christ.

Karisa Moore
Jan 106 min read


What's in a Name?
The narratives we believe shape how we see ourselves—but God’s truth has the power to transform our perspective and set us free.

Marla Waldron
Nov 29, 20244 min read


Prune to Bloom: The Importance of Pruning
Pruning isn’t just about what the Master Gardener takes away; it’s also about choosing what to let bloom.

Barb Lownsbury
Nov 1, 20244 min read


Growing Forward
When we allow ourselves to remain open despite past hurts or losses, we create space for new connections.

Karisa Moore
Oct 19, 20244 min read


Stay in Your Lane
As you run out this life’s race in the lane that’s been marked for you, are you giving your best effort?

Barb Lownsbury
Aug 30, 20245 min read


Grounded in Grace
Faith is the same way. Once I’ve experienced that initial transformation, the journey isn’t over; it’s just beginning.

Barb Lownsbury
Aug 16, 20246 min read


For Good
Jesus loves me “for good,” meaning He will be there for me through thick and thin; through good times and bad; always and forever.

Jenny Seylar
Aug 9, 20244 min read


Leaky Pipes
Here’s the thing. I still have this leaky pipe, this challenging issue, lurking beneath the surface.

Barb Lownsbury
Jul 19, 20247 min read
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