You’re Enough, Just as You Are

by | Feb 17, 2014 | Relationships

Driving in the darkness of the moonlit car, my emotions were roiling. Hurt, confusion, and frustration had me on a slow simmer that was quickly snowballing into a burn. It had started earlier that day, when a dear friend all but admitted that she isn’t always honest...

Life is Hard, But God is Good

by | Jan 31, 2014 | Life Issues

I’m an optimist and usually an upbeat person. The majority of the time, I can see the silver lining of a cloud almost as quickly as I see the cloud, for myself and others. But there are times when the cloud feels so heavy that getting through the day feels more like...

Freedom from the Pain of the Past

by | Nov 19, 2013 | Relationships

This is the third story in our “Freedom From…” Series, an 8-week series featuring women who have faced adversity and found freedom in the process. Our story today is from Linda, as told to Kendra Roehl. Linda is a wife, mother, and grandmother. The greatest challenge...

It’s Kind of Fun to Do the Impossible

by | Oct 31, 2013 | Life Issues

It was one of those days. Challenges were obvious and abundant on every corner, and the day just kept getting harder. Financial concerns, issues over which I have no control, and sharing other people’s pain… it was all taking its toll. Tears felt imminent throughout...

Road Blocks and Detours

by | Aug 1, 2013 | Faith

I have been thinking a lot about life. I’ve been pondering what I’ve done, where I’ve been, and what I wish to do. I’ve been evaluating my path and seeking God’s direction. I’m one of those people that writes out goals and dreams and makes a checklist of actions,...