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When My Heart is Overwhelmed
In recent weeks, I have found myself feeling like a car in neutral sitting at a traffic light. The light has turned green, but I don’t...
Sarah Davis
Jun 27, 20204 min read
In Spite of Me
When my husband and I headed into our first spring together as a married couple, I decided to plant a vegetable garden in the backyard. ...
Jenny Seylar
Jun 13, 20205 min read
Past the Darkness
Note: I wrote this a few years back, but it seemed particularly salient right now. I hope it speaks to you in the circumstances you...
Barb Lownsbury
Jun 11, 20204 min read
Tending to the Heart
A short time ago I was feeling like a mess and had no idea what I needed. Maybe it was a side-effect of the quarantine from the COVID-19...
Sarah Davis
Jun 6, 20204 min read
Finding Truth in Chaos
My heart is heavy today. I have read article after article about the murder of George Floyd, listened to sermons and responses. I’ve...
Barb Lownsbury
Jun 3, 20204 min read
Find Answers
Finding answers can be tough. Blessedly, God is very good at helping us find them, and He provides us a roadmap to wise solutions in the...
Barb Lownsbury
May 28, 20203 min read
Friends for the Journey
“I am so glad to hear that!” cried my dear, sweet friend, grabbing me into a big hug. “I was worried about you!" Relief flooded her...
Jenny Seylar
May 23, 20204 min read
Friendship Choices
A true friend is one of the greatest gifts we can be given on this earth. I’ve had periods in my life with few deep friendships, and...
Barb Lownsbury
May 20, 20205 min read
Trusting the Process
It was never part of our plan to move into the house of stone in the quaint, little town.
Sarah Davis
May 16, 20204 min read
Bravery in COVID-19
I knew that feeling marginalized, bewildered, embarrassed or demoralized were sure signs I was letting the enemy win...
Barb Lownsbury
May 13, 20204 min read
Finding Light in the Darkness
by BARB LOWNSBURY What breaks us from our faith? I think it’s very similar to what breaks us in any relationship we’re in. We have...
Barb Lownsbury
Apr 9, 20205 min read
Marking the Moments
God has miracles of beauty and joy available for each of us. Out of the ashes of hurt and heartache, He brings redemption and joy.
Barb Lownsbury
Jan 25, 20204 min read
New Foundations
Running in a new place can be rough. In unknown territory, adjustments have to be made.
Kristan Dooley
Aug 14, 20193 min read
The Boxer
Muhammad Ali once said, “The fight is won or lost far away from witnesses—behind the lines, in the gym and out there on the road, long...
Barb Lownsbury
Jun 27, 20194 min read
The Courage to Stand Up Again
It wasn’t that I didn’t have anything to say. In fact, quite the opposite. I had a lot to say.
Sarah Davis
Jun 7, 20194 min read
Wrestling to Find Faith
But what I found in that moment was a tenderness and depth to God that I never quite knew existed before.
Barb Lownsbury
Apr 12, 20194 min read
Boldly Shine
Despite everything, God still sees me as valuable. And He feels the same way about you.
Barb Lownsbury
Nov 13, 20185 min read
Little Victories
God never promised perfection in this lifetime. But what you will notice is that over time, you’ll grow in your ability to handle it...
Barb Lownsbury
May 31, 20184 min read
Rejoice
Ahh, the holidays. It’s that time of year where houses are decorated, trees are thrown up, and the malls become a sea of humanity I loath...
Barb Lownsbury
Dec 9, 20154 min read
The Pain Tunnel
I’ve spent far more energy trying to climb my way around the challenges than I ever would’ve spent if I’d had the courage to go through.
Barb Lownsbury
May 28, 20154 min read
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