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  • Bible Truth for Everyday Life

    Don’t Waste Your Weakness: 15 Bible Verses About God’s Power

    May 6, 2026 /

    A strange paradox exists within the Kingdom of God: Our weaknesses are the precise areas where God displays his power in our lives.  Today, we’ll explore what it might look like to lean into this truth.  Let’s begin by turning to Scripture as we take a close look at 15 Bible verses about God’s power. Also, 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 replenishment in his presence. 15 Bible Verses About God’s Power Here are 15 enlightening Bible verses about God’s power. Bible Verses About God’s Power 1. Colossians 1:16, ESV For by…

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    Daily Devotional for Boys

    A Daily Devotional for Boys Who Want to Grow in Courage and Strength

    October 8, 2025

    Dealing With Detours: 20 Bible Verses About Trusting God’s Plan

    September 7, 2026

    15 Bible Verses to Memorize: And 3 Tips to Help You

    October 18, 2023
  • Purposeful Living

    8 Faith-Building Lessons From Rebekah in the Bible

    May 1, 2026 /

    God is always guiding his children, even as we go about the everyday work of our lives.  The story of Rebekah in the Bible is a helpful example of the way God blesses our everyday faithfulness.  Today, we’ll explore eight practical lessons from Rebekah as we consider her example. Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to help you remain faithful as you follow God. Lessons From Rebekah in the Bible After the death of his wife, Sarah, Abraham realized he was nearing the end of his life as well.  Eager to find a wife (who was not a Canaanite) for his…

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    How to be Hospitable Without Being Stressed

    January 15, 2020

    4 Ways to Have a Christ-Centered Christmas

    December 4, 2019

    Start Your Day With Positivity: 7 Powerful Tips

    June 17, 2020
  • Bible Truth for Everyday Life

    The God Who Sees Me: He Hasn’t Missed a Moment

    April 24, 2026 /

    One of my close friends frequently reminds me that God never misses a moment of my life.  Her words bring me comfort when I feel uncertain and overlooked.  The God who sees me is always with me, providing for me. Today, we’ll enter into the story of a woman who felt marginalized, a woman who fled from a difficult situation in desperation.  Then, we’ll draw seven lessons from her story that can help us trust in El Roi, The God Who Sees. Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to help you find comfort in the presence of the God who sees…

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    15 Bible Verses About Letting Go and Trusting God

    November 8, 2023

    Joshua and Jesus: Spiritual Leaders, Deliverers, and Conquerors

    September 18, 2026
    free 2026 New Year Devotional

    A Free New Year Devotional for Deeper Faith

    December 26, 2024
  • Bible Truth for Everyday Life

    7 Lessons From the Life of Sarah in the Bible

    April 17, 2026 /

    We’ve been studying the Old Testament on Fridays for several weeks.  Last week, we reflected on the story of Abram and Lot.  Today, we’ll take some time to consider some applicable lessons from the life of Sarah in the Bible. Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to help you draw near to God by spending time in his Word. Lessons From the Life of Sarah in the Bible Sarah is known as the wife of Abraham, and these two were originally known as Sarai and Abram before God made a covenant with them and changed their names. In Genesis 15:5, God…

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    5 Ways to Rest in God’s Presence: A Review of Just Rest

    April 29, 2022

    10 Prayers for Happiness and Strength

    November 22, 2021

    Read These 10 Bible Verses When You Feel Like No One Cares About You

    October 6, 2023
  • Purposeful Living

    Abram and Lot: A Warning About Settling in Sodom

    April 10, 2026 /

    Last week, we reflected on seven modern-day lessons from the Tower of Babel.  Today, we pick up around a century later, with the story of Abram and Lot.  (God would eventually change Abram’s name to Abraham.)  We can learn some applicable lessons from the lives of these two men. To understand this narrative, we need to recount a bit of the backstory first. Also, be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to help you apply the Old Testament to your life today. The Story of Abram and Lot Abram grew up in a city called Ur of the Chaldeans, an important city…

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    Discover These Gifts by Slowing Down in Life

    September 13, 2017

    6 Prayers for Loving Others Even When They’re Hard to Love

    May 21, 2025

    10 Bible Verses About Passion and Purpose in Life

    June 19, 2019
  • Bible Truth for Everyday Life

    7 Modern-Day Lessons From the Tower of Babel

    April 3, 2026 /

    Everything God does is an expression of his love.  This can be tough to grasp when he lets our greatest dreams fall apart.  The descendants of Noah probably experienced similar sentiments as they built a magnificent tower, only to have their plans thwarted by God.  Today, we’ll look at seven lessons from the Tower of Babel. I also invite you to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to help you find hope in God in disappointing times. Let’s begin by turning to the story of the Tower of Babel in Scripture. Lessons From the Tower of Babel After Noah and his family climbed from…

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    On Sale Now: Our New Mother-Daughter Devotional for Teen Girls!

    November 5, 2024

    Moses’ Songs in the Bible: Portraits of God’s Character

    September 11, 2026

    Struggling to Draw Near to God? This Is for You…

    August 7, 2019
  • Purposeful Living

    8 Bible Verses for New Seasons and Fresh Starts

    April 1, 2026 /

    Today we turned the calendar to a new month.  With hopes that the dark, cold days of winter are truly behind us, we look ahead with expectation.  The daffodils are fighting their way through the earth, and the sun lingers longer overhead.  Whether you’re facing a new calendar season or a new season in life, let’s spend some time reflecting on eight Bible verses for new seasons today. Bible Verses for New Seasons I invite you to soak in the following truths as you look to the Lord to lead you into the new season ahead. Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional…

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    10 Biblical Affirmations for Kids of All Ages

    August 10, 2018

    6 Prayers for Loving Others Even When They’re Hard to Love

    May 21, 2025

    How to Step Out in Faith When the Next Step Feels Scary

    August 9, 2017
  • Purposeful Living

    7 Life-Changing Lessons From Noah’s Ark

    March 27, 2026 /

    Today, we’ll revisit the familiar story of Noah’s Ark and see how this biblical narrative applies to our lives.  Let’s begin by placing ourselves within the context of these events as we glean practical lessons from the story. Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to help you draw near to God as you spend time in his Word. Lessons From Noah’s Ark The week had been unusually busy.  First, the baby came down with a fever.  Then, the illness spread to the older children. A weary haze settled over her as she cares for them throughout the days and nights.  Meanwhile,…

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    How to be Hospitable Without Being Stressed

    January 15, 2020

    10 Prayer Points for Alignment With God

    February 27, 2026

    How to Communicate Better With Your Tween Daughter

    February 11, 2022
  • Bible Truth for Everyday Life

    17 Bible Verses About God’s Plan: Hope for Unexpected Seasons

    March 23, 2026 /

    Blue jays shatter the silence of morning with an almost offensive cacophony.  I watch them from the window as I prepare to embrace the day ahead.  The past month has brought some unexpected challenges, and I open my Bible in search of Bible verses about God’s plan. When nothing goes as expected, it can be helpful to anchor ourselves to the promises of God. We need to remind ourselves that when the bottom falls out, he is still good. Even when our circumstances feel anything but kind, our world is held together by a good Father who can only be love. Be sure to read to the end of today’s…

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    Encouragement for the Challenges of Life: 15 Bible Verses About Strength in Hard Times

    June 1, 2026

    15 Healing Scriptures for Physical and Spiritual Well-Being

    November 6, 2025

    11 Encouraging Bible Verses About Failure

    October 6, 2021
  • Bible Truth for Everyday Life

    7 Lessons From the Story of Cain and Abel

    March 20, 2026 /

    Cain and Abel were the sons of Adam and Eve, and we find their story in Genesis 4.  Today, we’ll explore 7 lessons from the story of Cain and Abel as we apply God’s Word to our lives. If today’s insights encourage you, be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to help you apply the Old Testament to your life today! 7 Lessons From the Story of Cain and Abel Let’s begin with a recap of this story.  Then, we’ll explore 7 lessons from the story of Cain and Abel. The Story of Cain and Abel After Adam and Eve left the…

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    Lessons From the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil

    March 13, 2026

    Only God Can Satisfy Your Emptiness: 3 Ways to Be Filled

    March 22, 2017

    Hold Your Peace: Finding Rest on Life’s Battlefield

    September 18, 2019
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I'm Stacey Pardoe, and as a Christian author and writer, I share practical tools for encountering God in ways that heal, restore, and refresh the soul. Learn to hear from God in Scripture, experience his presence in prayer, and connect with him in your daily life.

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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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