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The Ministry of Hard Things

The Ministry of Hard Things

As the sun whispers its rise in the window behind me, I lay in bed praying for strength to start…
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Surviving on a Diet of Prayer and Tears

Surviving on a Diet of Prayer and Tears

Slumping deep into his chair at a corner table for two, he ate waffle fries alone on a holiday evening….
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God Has No Grandchildren

God Has No Grandchildren

Exactly one minute ago, my eldest son was learning to drive — according to Mom-Time, that is. Now here we…
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When Showing Up is Hard to Do

When Showing Up is Hard to Do

Most summer days, you can find me rocking away time on my front porch. I like to think of it…
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What If…

What If…

What if… What if time served us rather than us serving it? What if the church were a judgement-free zone?…
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Hope is Alive

Hope is Alive

“Let us hold tightly without wavering to the hope we affirm, for God can be trusted to keep His promise….
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The Weight of the Wait

The Weight of the Wait

Shuffling through my small Kentucky kitchen, I flipped the calendar page. October 2008 — new month of the year, same…
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I See You

I See You

To the one who feels overwhelmed and inadequate—I see you. To the one so swallowed up by the have-to’s, she…
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I Know My Redeemer Lives

I Know My Redeemer Lives

  “He is not here; he has risen, just as he said.” Matthew 28:6(NIV) Happy Easter, friend. May the presence…
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Dear Lord of the sunrise: Thank You! 🙌 💗 . . Dear Lord of the sunrise: Thank You! 🙌 💗
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#sunrise #hope #God #christianwriter
Hey, friend. 💗 How is your 2025 going? Whether Hey, friend. 💗 How is your 2025 going? Whether carefree & calm, or perhaps like mine, it's been a whirlwind of extra, I pray the Lord has met you in the midst with all of Himself. 💗 ...
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I wanted to share some exciting news with you! 🎉 I've had the beautiful honor of contributing to a brand-new devotional from Proverbs 31 Ministries called: Let In the Light: 50 Devotions to Confidently Know God Is Good and Guiding Your Steps. Releasing TODAY, October 28, 2025!
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This book is filled with encouraging devotions from authors (including me!) who want to remind you that God’s light is never gone — even when life feels cloudy or dark.
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If you’ve ever needed a reminder that God’s light is still shining, this book was written for you.
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I can’t wait for you to read these devotions and let a little more of His light into your days! 🔆
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May this offering of light bring hope, peace, and comfort to you in this season, my friend. 💗
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Available at the P31 Bookstore, or anywhere you like to buy your books. 
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(P.S., I'd love to hear your thoughts on the book as you're able to share, friend!) 💕
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#letinthelight #christianwriter #Jesus
God bless America. 🇺🇸 God bless America. 🇺🇸
I see You, God. 🙌 💗 . . . #glory #praise #wo I see You, God. 🙌 💗
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