Stacey Pardoe

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  • Transformation

    14 Bible Verses About Letting God Take Control

    December 12, 2018 /

    Morning’s first rays of light slip through the curtain panels like beacons of hope.  “Lord, help me to let go of control and surrender my life to you today,” I pray.  I’ve been on a journey of giving control to God, and every day is an invitation to begin again.  Today, we’ll explore 14 Bible verses about letting God take control. Then, we’ll talk about eight practical ways to relinquish our desire for control to God. Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to help you give God control in more areas of your life. Let’s begin by turning to the Word. Bible…

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  • Transformation

    15 Bible Verses About Waiting on God

    October 17, 2018 /

    Waiting isn’t easy for most of us.  Today, we’ll explore 15 Bible verses about waiting on God.  Then, I’ll share a personal story of how trusting God’s timing recently yielded a small but whimsical blessing for our family. Bible Verses About Waiting on God and Trusting His Timing Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional to help you trust God while you wait. 15 Bible Verses About Waiting on God 1. Romans 5:3,4 Not only that, but we rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance, and endurance produces character, and character produces hope. ESV It’s not easy to wait on God.…

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  • Overcoming Trials

    When God Interrupts Your Plans: 3 Steps to Take

    June 20, 2018 /

    Three green tomatoes rest on the table in the morning light like they’re just waiting for the golden rays to wash them into ripened red.  I admire them with blurry eyes, the weight of my exhaustion hanging overhead like a raincloud.  When God interrupts your plans, it can feel like a shock to the system. Today, we’ll talk about what to do when God interrupts your plans.  Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook for when God interrupts your life. When God Interrupts Your Plans I spent the night lying awake with a little boy who had a tummy ache—his warm hands…

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  • Transformation

    15 Bible Verses About Transformation

    January 25, 2017 /

    Scripture has a great deal to say about renewal and transformation.  Today, we’ll explore 15 Bible verses about transformation as we seek to align our hearts with God’s heart.  We’ll also discuss four practical ways to let God transform our minds. Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook about letting God transform our hearts and minds. Let’s start by turning to God’s Word as we study these Bible verses about transformation. 15 Bible Verses About Transformation Here’s what Scripture says about being transformed by God. Bible Verses About Transformation 1. Romans 12:2 ESV Do not be conformed to this world, but be…

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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.

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  • 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
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  • How to Find Freedom From Your Secret Sins
  • How to Stop Worrying and Trust God in Tough Times
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