The Love Offering Guest Blog Series Archives

Jesus, Adderall, and Cultural Expectation by Kendall Mariah

Jun 9, 2026

After years of seeing my ADHD as both a gift and a flaw, I finally faced a question I had long avoided: what does it mean to seek help for something that isn’t “life-threatening”? My decision to try medication didn’t just change how my brain functioned—it challenged the beliefs I had quietly carried about faith, discipline, and worth. This is a story about wrestling with those tensions, unlearning shame, and discovering that sometimes the path to wholeness doesn’t look as clear-cut as we expect—but grace meets us there anyway.

Grace for the Woman Tired of Fighting Her Body by Brandice Lardner

Jun 2, 2026

When progress feels out of reach, it’s easy to slip into frustration. But what if gratitude—not defeat—is where real change begins? Inspired by 1 Thessalonians 5:18, this post explores how shifting your focus to thankfulness can renew your mindset, strengthen your motivation, and help you move forward with hope.

The Overachieving Mom Trap by Vicki Courtney

May 26, 2026

In a world that equates good parenting with packed schedules and endless opportunities, many mothers find themselves overwhelmed by the pressure to do more. But what if a well-adjusted childhood isn’t built on busyness, but on presence? Reflecting on the difference between what’s necessary and what’s simply noise, this post explores how simplifying our children’s lives—and our own—can lead to deeper connection, greater peace, and moments that truly matter.

An 80-20 Mindset by Ruth Schleppi-Verboom

May 19, 2026

When I thought I had prayer all figured out, a simple conversation with Joni Eareckson Tada turned everything upside down. In the middle of pain, caregiving, and honest questions about God’s goodness, she shared a perspective that quietly changed the way I pray—and the way I trust. What she called the “eighty-twenty” became a gentle but powerful shift from focusing on problems to seeking God Himself.

Serving Out of Our Life Experiences by Carol Ghattas

May 12, 2026

After seasons of ministry, loss, and transition, God led me into a “spacious place” of rest and rediscovery. This is a story of trusting His timing, embracing how He uses every part of our journey, and learning to live with open hands as He reveals the next steps in His purpose.