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  • Bible Truth for Everyday Life

    10 Bible Verses for When You Feel Lost in Life

    September 7, 2022 /

    Twelve years ago, I stepped into a season of major transition.  I remember looking out the window one balmy summer morning and feeling lost in life.  I felt like my identity was being slowly dismantled, and I didn’t know who I was anymore.  If you can relate, we’re going to look at 10 Bible verses for when you feel lost in life today. Afterward, we’ll explore practical ways to find direction from God as we apply these Scriptures to our lives. 10 Bible Verses for When You Feel Lost Let’s begin with God’s Word. Bible Verses for When You Feel Lost in Life 1. God will fulfill his purpose for…

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    How to Overcome Worry Biblically: 7 Insights

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  • Transformation

    12 Empowering Scriptures on Insecurity

    August 31, 2022 /

    Most of us deal with insecurity.  This week, let’s take a few minutes to explore the ways comparison keeps us from fulfilling our God-given assignments and explore 12 powerful Scriptures on insecurity.  Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to help you overcome insecurity. 12 Empowering Scriptures on Insecurity Are you feeling insecure today?  Let’s look at what God’s Word has to say about overcoming insecurity. Scriptures on Insecurity 1. Psalm 139:13 For you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together in my mother’s womb. God created you just the way you are to fulfill his unique purpose for you in…

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    Drowning in Life? This is for You

    August 21, 2019

    15 Inspiring Bible Verses About Goals and Dreams

    January 10, 2018

    15 Bible Verses About Breakthrough

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  • Overcoming Trials

    How to Give Thanks to God in Tough Times

    August 24, 2022 /

    Not long ago, I sat down with an older, wiser woman, and we had an honest conversation about our lives.  We talked about how to give thanks to God in tough times, and she shared her wisdom and experience. No matter what you’re facing today, if you can learn to cultivate gratitude in difficult seasons, God will use it to lift your head. Here are a few things my friend offered to me as we sorted this out.  I pray they encourage you to keep looking for God’s gifts in your life as well.  Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to…

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    17 Bible Verses for When You Feel Defeated

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    What to Do When Your Dreams Are Shattered

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    Why Does God Test Us? (3 Reasons)

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  • Bible Truth for Everyday Life

    8 Bible Verses About Being Worthy Enough in God’s Eyes

    August 17, 2022 /

    Our ideas about the way God sees us radically impact our lives.  Today, we’ll explore eight Bible verses about being worthy enough in God’s eyes. Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook that will help you find victory in Christ as well as a library of free devotionals and eBooks for every season of life. First, I invite you to join me at the creek with my child, and we’ll talk about how God sees us. 8 Bible Verses About Being Worthy Enough My little boy and I inch closer to the creek beneath the silver arms of the sycamores.  Expectantly, we…

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    20 Bible Verses About Uncertainty in Life

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    5 Kingdom Advancement Prayers for Our World

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  • Purposeful Living

    Seeking God’s Wisdom: Are You Praying or Ruminating?

    August 10, 2022 /

    Do you ever feel afraid of making the wrong decision and messing up your life?  Maybe you need to choose between two jobs, two future spouses, or two different houses.  In your uncertainty, you’re afraid you’re going to choose incorrectly and derail your life.  You’ve been seeking God’s wisdom, but for the most part, heaven seems silent. A few years ago, I was desperate for wisdom and direction from God. I wasn’t sure whether to continue fervently pursuing my writing career or slow my writing and consider the possibility of having a third child. I reached out to a mentor and asked for advice.  Secretly, I hoped she would tell…

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    8 Bible Verses About Finding Rest in God

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  • Bible Truth for Everyday Life

    Accepting Jesus as Your Lord and Savior: An Invitation

    August 3, 2022 /

    “How do you feel about accepting Jesus as your Lord and Savior?” a young man asked me over dinner on our first date. The question caught me off guard.  Who asks this on a first date? “I’ve been a Christian my whole life,” I told him.  “I think I already did that.” “But do you remember the moment when you decided to follow him?” my date asked. “Not really.  I’ve just always believed,” I answered. “It can be really helpful to have concrete moment of decision,” he pressed. “Are you trying to convert me?” I asked, becoming defensive. “I’m pretty sure I’m already converted.” Accepting Jesus as Your Lord and…

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  • Bible Truth for Everyday Life

    God Hears Our Prayers—Even When He Seems Silent

    July 27, 2022 /

    The summer air was thick with humidity as we made our way into the wilderness.  Hemlocks breathed their pungent, piney scent, and the river rolled along casually—inviting us into the clear, cool water.  I had no idea this backpacking trip with a friend was about to become a lifelong reminder that God hears our prayers. We reached our campsite and erected our tent as storm clouds gathered overhead.  With the invincibility of 25-year-olds, we didn’t worry about the ominous clouds and ran to the river for a swim as soon as the tent was in place. After a short swim, the thunderous clouds descended upon us, and heaven unleashed in…

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    Boys' devotional book

    A Boys’ Devotional Book for Courage and Strength

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    7 Lessons From Moses and the Golden Calf

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    Passion for God: 8 Ways to Fan the Flame

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  • Bible Truth for Everyday Life

    12 Bible Verses About God’s Care for Us

    July 20, 2022 /

    Smoky wisps of fog wrap their fingers through the goldenrod as I sit by the window in prayer.   I’ve been distracted lately, and my thoughts have been far from God.  A familiar question runs through my mind: Is God mad at me for neglecting my relationship with him?  Pulling out my Bible, I begin my search for Bible verses about God’s care for me. Bible Verses About God’s Care for His Children I find the following Scriptures and sit with them for a while. 12 Bible Verses About God’s Care 1. 1 Peter 5:6-7, ESV Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time…

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    10 Life-Giving Bible Verses About Light and Truth

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    The Old Testament Books in Order (and a New Blog Series)

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    25 Bible Verses About God’s Love for Us

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  • Purposeful Living

    God Will Sustain You: Lean Into His Grace

    July 14, 2022 /

    Do you need the reminder that God will sustain you and carry you through whatever you are facing today?  Let’s learn how to lean into his grace and trust that he is working in our lives. God Will Sustain You Not long ago, I wrote myself a letter.  I desperately needed the reminder that God’s grace is sufficient in every season of life.  If you need this reminder today, these words are for both of us: A Gentle Reminder That God Will Sustain You Dear friend, no matter what happens today, remember to breathe. When the to-do list mocks and the work is overwhelming and the noise is deafening, breathe.…

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    15 Bible Verses About New Beginnings for the New Year

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    15 Scriptures on Connecting With God When Life Is Full

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  • Purposeful Living

    How to Know If You Are Walking in the Spirit: 5 Ways

    July 13, 2022 /

    Have you ever wondered how to know if you are walking in the Spirit?  Maybe you want to be used by God and live for his honor, but you wonder if you are making a difference. Today, we’ll talk about how to know you’re walking in the Spirit and explore practical ways to stay in step with the Holy Spirit. First, I’ll offer an everyday example of choosing between walking in the Spirit and walking in the flesh.  Then, we’ll look at five ways to walk in the Spirit. Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to help you stay in step…

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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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  • Strength for the Weary Heart: 15 Scriptures on Weakness and Weariness
  • Trusting God When Life Is Tough: 12 Scriptures on Overcoming Obstacles
  • 15 Scriptures to Destroy the Works of the Enemy
  • 15 Bible Verses on Deliverance From Strongholds
  • 12 Scriptures About Being Victorious in Life's Battles
  • 15 Bible Verses About God's Timing and Faithfulness
  • 15 Bible Verses About Breakthrough
  • 15 Bible Verses About the Presence of God
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