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  • Overcoming Trials

    6 Promises for When You Feel Abandoned by God

    September 27, 2017 /

    “I feel like I’ve been abandoned by God,” my friend whispers through tears as we sit by the creek and watch flies rise from the water. She’s been in a tough season, and I tell her I can relate.  Fifteen years ago, I uttered the same words.  Since that time, I’ve uncovered a few valuable lessons about God and life.  I share from my heart as the sycamores lean in with listening ears. I don’t know if she feels encouraged as we leave the water, but I pray she finds the faith to keep walking with God. When You Feel Abandoned by God Later that afternoon, my little boy stirs…

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  • Bible Truth for Everyday Life

    8 Bible Verses for When You Are Scared of the Future

    June 21, 2017 /

    Have you been looking toward the future and feeling uncertain or fearful?  In these times, God’s Word offers comfort and hope.  Today, we’ll explore eight Bible verses for when you are scared of the future. I invite you to join me as we travel back in time and talk about God’s care for us when we feel afraid.  Then, we’ll see what Scripture has to say about overcoming the fear of the future.  Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to help you draw near to God and find peace. 8 Bible Verses for When You Are Scared of the Future I…

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  • Bible Truth for Everyday Life

    10 Scriptures on Disobedience: Counting the Cost

    May 31, 2017 /

    Tufts of moisture spot the sky in shades of periwinkle as I pull out my Bible.  It is the dawn of a new day, and I’ve been thinking about the cost of disobeying God recently.  Opening my journal, I begin listing Scriptures on disobedience as I consider the consequences of not obeying God. 10 Scriptures on Disobedience Today, I’ll share those Scriptures on disobedience with you.  Obedience is the number one indication that we love God.  We’ll discuss this in greater depth shortly. First, let’s turn to God’s Word.  I also invite you to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to help you walk…

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  • Overcoming Trials

    4 Ways to Overcome Obstacles With God

    April 12, 2017 /

    The cold mountain wind rips at me while the sun scorches my chapped hands with desert-like heat. I spit out the gritty sand and continue my ascent. I don’t realize it just yet, but this ascent is teaching me about overcoming obstacles with God, a lesson I’ll need when different obstacles arise on different kinds of mountain climbs. Overcoming Obstacles With God Glancing upward, I’m only 60 yards from the summit. Sixty grueling yards of rough rock outcroppings and sheer drop-offs of over 1,000 feet stand before me.  It seems there are cliffs on both sides of this journey. I’ve barely begun the decade of my twenties, and I’m certain…

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    10 Scriptures About Trusting God in Difficult Times

    March 29, 2017 /

    I slip into the woods on a Saturday evening as the golden sun kisses the horizon.  Sitting on a rock at my turn-around point, I stare at the still water and pull out my Bible in search of Scriptures about trusting God in difficult times. I feel like I’ve slipped into a bit of a valley lately.  There aren’t any life-shattering losses unfolding.  Our little family hasn’t huddled over the freshly broken earth of a gravesite lately, but there have been challenges. 10 Scriptures About Trusting God in Difficult Times There are always challenges. You have them, too. They might be so huge you can’t miss them. Or they might…

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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!

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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!

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