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Yadah, Yadah! by Jill van Opstal-Popa

Yadah, Yadah! by Jill van Opstal-Popa

Discover the biblical meaning of “Yadah,” the Hebrew word for praise, thanksgiving, and worship. A devotional reflection on gratitude, surrender, and God’s enduring love.

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From “Christian” to Christ by Ash Ruddy

From “Christian” to Christ by Ash Ruddy

I spent most of my life believing in God without truly depending on Him. When my premature son fought for his life, my comfortable faith collapsed — and I encountered Christ in a way I never had before. This is a story about surrender, suffering, and discovering what it truly means to walk with Jesus.

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Unwinding Your Mom-Anger DNA by Janel Breitenstein

Unwinding Your Mom-Anger DNA by Janel Breitenstein

When water began dripping through my downstairs bathroom light fixture on a Sunday morning, I didn’t realize God was about to use a plumbing disaster to expose something deeper—my own anger. Parenting has a way of revealing what’s hidden beneath the surface, and sometimes our attempts to manage behavior are really attempts to manage shame. In this honest reflection on motherhood, discipline, and the gospel, Janel Breitenstein explores the difference between parenting through shame and parenting through grace-filled conviction—and why true heart change always begins with truth.

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Always Enough: Relief in a Hectic Season by Sarah Freymuth

Always Enough: Relief in a Hectic Season by Sarah Freymuth

Feeling stretched too thin by life’s demands and the needs of others? When our schedules overflow and our energy runs dry, it’s easy to lose sight of the peace God promises. This reflection explores how setting boundaries, prioritizing our relationship with Him, and surrendering our burdens can restore strength, clarity, and lasting peace—even in the midst of overwhelm.

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