(in)courage
How to Fight the Lies of Perfectionism
I used to tell myself, “I have to stop being a perfectionist!” Can anyone else hear the irony of those words? One of the biggest traps I often fall into is the notion… Read More
Why You Need to Be Gentle With Yourself
I had a hard time falling asleep and woke up being hard on myself. As I ate my breakfast, I was surrounded by my worries. Instead of songs of deliverance surrounding me… Read More
How to Choose Joy When Joy Seems Easy for Others But Hard for You
Dear God, Why does joy seem so easy for others, but so hard for me? Then God whispered . . . let me tell you a story Of how joy is meant for you too,… Read More
Five Simple Breath Prayers to Spark Thanksgiving Joy in Your Soul
Although November is about giving thanks, we also begin navigating the holidays – and having to remember the people, places, and stories that are difficult or wounding. God knows your longings… Read More
Being Worried or Depressed Doesn’t Mean Your Faith Is Flawed
When I woke to the news of the shooting that happened in Las Vegas, I thought of the first responders. I thought of all the people who stayed by the side of… Read More
8 Powerful Promises to Calm Your Soul When the World’s Falling Apart
How can we stay calm when the world seems to be falling apart? We can’t pretend there isn’t any pain or trouble in the world. We’d be hiding from life. That isn’t… Read More
5 Ways to Pray When You’re Too Stressed to Know How
I didn’t know that I was hiding. I’ve always been good at praying. Or so I thought. My daddy left when I was seven. I’ve always looked to God as my Father, my… Read More
How I Grew Up Fatherless And Still Found Freedom
I am thankful I was born in a country where the doors of opportunity are not opened only to those who are rich, powerful, or famous. For I was born of humble means. I was… Read More
The Day I Made a New Vow to Be Loved
We didn’t have the money to see the doctor. But I was sick. What had started out as a cold was growing worse. Now I was having chills, a fever and my throat… Read More
If You’re Stressed About The Election: God’s 5 Powerful Promises To Encourage You
Are you stressed by the presidential election? With Election Day approaching next week, there is no other way to put it. The presidential election is stressful. And everyone is affected. Earlier this month, the… Read More
Get Some Sunlight and Vitamins For Your Soul Today
“Never lose an opportunity of seeing anything that is beautiful; for beauty is God’s handwriting . . . Welcome it and thank God for it as a cup of blessing.” ~ Ralph… Read More
A Prayer To Calm Your Heart When You Feel Afraid
“Fear of the Lord teaches wisdom; humility precedes honor.” Proverbs 15:33 Hi Friends, today I’m sharing a Sunday Devotional. When I wrote it, my heart was responding to the shootings in Dallas, Texas… Read More
