Guest Blog Posts
Mothering Unshakable Kids: Harnessing Thoughts to Reflect God’s Love by Lauren Gaines
Our thoughts dictate who we become. I believe God knew the true power of our thoughts, because why else would He tell us to hold every thought captive (2 Cor. 10:5)? The mind is where everything starts. Seeds of doubt, lies, and fear are first established in the mind. Then they exalt themselves against the knowledge of God.
A Little Comfort Goes a Long Way with Mental Health by Courtney Devich
The quiet sufferer who doesn’t want to burden others with her issues. She may even be the friend who seems the most put together, or the friend who is the most outgoing and makes everyone laugh. She’s probably the friend who appears to have it all. The nice house, the perfect husband, the fancy job. But what is she hiding underneath it all?
A Single Mom’s Love Offering by Tricia Thirey
If there was any title that I wanted less than widow, it was single mom. In the 30+ years that I dreamed about being a mom, I never dreamed that I would be the solo parent raising three young children alone. The journey of single motherhood is filled with challenges and blessings. And it is a journey that has taught me invaluable lessons about love, sacrifice, and resilience.
Don’t Miss the Miracle in Your Everyday Moments by Amanda Schaefer
It was a subtle moment that was so ordinary and quiet that it almost passed me by. The woman standing in front of me was ready to shatter. I didn’t even know her name. She had come into the prayer room where I had just finished serving during church. I didn’t know why, but I was immediately drawn to her. It had to be the discernment of God’s Spirit showing me her heart. The heart that she so carefully camouflaged with smiles and laughter. The other people leaving the room didn’t even look at her. No one else seemed to notice her heavy load.