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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


Relying on God During Personal Attacks
As the next round of beratement came my way, I knew I needed to grab hold of Jesus and not give the enemy the satisfaction of continuing.
Barb Lownsbury
May 31, 20247 min read


Ignite the Journey: Intentionality
After many years in the spiritual wilderness, I'm finding my way home to intentional faith and friendship.
Winston Faircloth
Mar 8, 20246 min read


Press On: Developing Spiritual Grit
"Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already arrived at my goal, but I press on to take hold of that for which Christ...
Barb Lownsbury
May 19, 20235 min read


Fighting the Slow Fade
I sat raptly at the end of the church pew, my head cocked sideways, face askew with skepticism. The words floated around me, but I...
Barb Lownsbury
Nov 4, 20225 min read


Understanding the Mind of God
Have you ever wondered how God feels about you in the midst of a bad choice or dark place? Or how he wants you to handle those decisions...
Barb Lownsbury
Oct 14, 20225 min read


My Messy Prayer
Prayer isn't always simple, humble or easy. Yet often it is within our messy prayers that God's true power really begins to shine.
Barb Lownsbury
Sep 11, 20228 min read

Conversation with Margaret
I sit down slowly, my expression thoughtful as I surreptitiously glance back at those brown eyes, still so keen and passionate all these...
Barb Lownsbury
Aug 14, 20217 min read


The Fight
I finally acknowledge more deeply the cost of the last year and a half, a season that completely upended me.
Barb Lownsbury
May 22, 20215 min read


Redefining Greatness
As I reflect on the impact of one decision upon all of eternity, it gives me incredible hope.
Barb Lownsbury
Apr 24, 20215 min read


The Dented Fender: Single Parent Edition
God does not force us to choose His Word, but His Word is a lamp to our feet, and a light to our path.
Denice Shirley
Jun 22, 20175 min read
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