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  • Transformation

    10 Bible Verses for Burnout (Including Practical Ways to Recover)

    August 29, 2018 /

    Most of us will face burnout.  When this happens, God’s Word can help us find refreshment.  Today, we’ll explore 10 Bible verses for burnout and explore practical ways to apply these truths to our lives. I invite you to join me as I sit in the forest and reflect on the state of my soul.  Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to help you find rest in God’s presence. 10 Bible Verses for Burnout August stretches her long arms toward autumn, and it’s hard to believe these barefoot days will soon be over. Summer is a full season for our family. …

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  • Transformation

    How to Ignite Your Faith When You Feel Spiritually Stagnant

    August 3, 2018 /

    We’re driving through farm country when I hear my little boy singing with the radio in the backseat, “I gotta get that fire, fire back in my bones.” He’s three, and he’s not easy to understand, but I hear him loud and clear.  His words get me thinking.  I want to be a woman of fiery faith.  Maybe you want to learn how to ignite your faith in a dry season, too. You are in the right place. The idea of fiery faith lingers in my mind for days after our moment in the car. I consider it as I sit by the sliding glass door in the early morning…

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  • Overcoming Trials

    14 Hope-Filled Bible Verses About Pain and Hurt

    October 18, 2017 /

    The season’s first skiff of snow greeted us with the dawn.  I stood at the window with an aching heart.  It had been a tough season.  Pulling out my Bible, I began searching for hope-filled Bible verses about pain and hurt. As I read God’s Word, peace flooded me. I found comfort, hope. Perhaps you need this today as well. Today, I’m sharing the Bible verses about pain and hurt.  We’ll also talk about the ways God uses brokenness for our good and his glory. Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook for times of suffering. Bible Verses About Pain and Hurt…

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  • Transformation

    8 Bible Verses About Being Intentional

    July 12, 2017 /

    The multiflora rose bushes are exploding with white blossoms when it hits me: I’m living on autopilot again. I want greater joy, but my decisions don’t cultivate the joy I crave.  If you want to learn how to stop living on autopilot, you are in the right place.  Today, we’ll explore eight Bible verses about being intentional. Bible Verses About Being Intentional We’ll also talk about how to stop living on autopilot and be more purposeful. Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a library of free devotionals and eBooks to help you connect with God in deeper ways. Let’s begin by turning to God’s Word.…

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  • Bible Truth for Everyday Life

    The Presence of Jesus: 10 Ways to Connect With Him

    April 19, 2017 /

    The maples stood barren—as if they were waiting for a fresh breath from heaven.  Gazing into their spindly arms, I realized my soul felt much the same.  I wanted nothing more than a sense of the presence of Jesus. “Lord, why do you seem so distant?  Why don’t I sense your presence?” I prayed. Today, I share the revelation I had as I prayed about encountering the presence of Jesus that day.  Then, we’ll look at 10 practical ways to become more aware of his presence.  Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to help you connect with the Lord in fresh…

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I'm Stacey, and I spend my days exploring wild places with my three kids and writing words in the quiet moments. I've been everything from a high school teacher to a solo backpacker. I've done plenty of running from God, but he has pursued me. He's pursuing you too. This page will help you respond to his pursuit.

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A mother-daughter devotional book to help moms and daughters connect with each other and grow closer to God! Written with my daughter, Bekah!

Calling all boys!

A boys' devotional book to help boys ages 5-12 grow in courage and strength! Written with our two young sons, Caleb and Aiden!

Calling all teen girls and moms!

This mother-daughter devotional was also coauthored with my teen daughter, Bekah. We help moms and teen daughters discuss challenging topics, including peer pressure, doubting God, dating, sex, and more! We'll help you break the ice today!

God is pursuing you with tenderness

Lean Into Grace

God wants to work in your life to accomplish what you've been unable to achieve through willpower alone. Let Lean Into Grace lead you into God's love as he heals, refreshes, and guides you.

I also offer more than a dozen free eBooks and online devotionals!

Check out this link to view and download more than a dozen free eBooks and online devotionals.

Recent Posts

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  • The Old Testament Books in Order (and a New Blog Series)
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  • Be Still and Know That I Am God: 8 Tips
  • 10 Prayer Points for Alignment With God
  • Is God Calling You to a Balanced Life? (10 Insightful Scriptures on Balance in Life)
  • The Secret No One Tells You in Your Lowest Moment
  • 17 Free Devotional Books to Help You Grow With God
  • A Free 2024 New Year Devotional to Help You Grow With God
  • How to Cling to the Lord When You'd Rather Cling to Control
  • Your Pain Has a Purpose, and This Is Part of It . . .
  • How to Find Freedom From Your Secret Sins
  • How to Stop Worrying and Trust God in Tough Times
  • The Lie You Might Believe if You're in the Refining Fire

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