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  • Overcoming Trials

    15 Bible Verses for a Struggling Marriage

    November 16, 2025 /

    Even the strongest marriages go through difficult times.  When these times come, our marriages need secure anchors to hold us through the storms of life.  Today, we’ll explore 15 Bible verses for a struggling marriage. Bible Verses for a Struggling Marriage I invite you to meditate on these words and apply them to your marriage.  God is a God of restoration and healing, and nothing is too hard for him.  If you are in an abusive marriage, seek help.  Do not continue in the pattern of abuse.  There is a time to set boundaries and walk away. If your marriage is simply going through a difficult stretch, ask God to…

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  • Overcoming Trials

    12 Healing Bible Verses for a Broken Heart

    October 16, 2025 /

    We all face heartache in life.  When these times come, an invitation always awaits: We can turn to the One who always understands.  Today, we’ll explore 12 Bible verses for a broken heart and soak in God’s truth for our painful moments. Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free download to help you find healing and hope in God’s presence. Bible Verses for a Broken Heart Let’s take some time to uncover what God’s Word says about healing a broken heart. God’s Definition of “Good” Romans 8:28 is often quoted in difficult times: “God causes all things to work together for good to those…

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    Life-Changing Scripture About Leaning on God in Tough Times

    January 19, 2022

    5 Things to Do When You Feel Stuck in Life

    February 22, 2017

    Doubting God: 5 Ways to Work Through Your Doubts

    January 16, 2026
  • Overcoming Trials

    15 Bible Verses About Surrendering to God

    July 23, 2025 /

    Robins chatter on the lawn, delighted after an early morning deluge chased the earthworms from their sleepy hideaways beneath the earth.  As I watch them from my chair beside the window, I pull out my Bible in search of Bible verses about surrendering to God. I’ve been clinging to control lately, I need God to help me release my clenched fists and trust him. Today, I’m sharing 15 Bible verses about surrendering to God.  May these Scriptures help us all release our grip and trust God. Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook that will help you establish a rhythm of connecting…

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    Life-Changing Scripture About Leaning on God in Tough Times

    January 19, 2022
  • Transformation

    God’s Timing for Your Healing: 15 Bible Verses About Restoration

    July 16, 2025 /

    The hills tell a story as their ruffled crests flog in the summer wind.  I remember when these hills were blanketed with sparse glimpses of crusty snow, interrupted by tufts of beige grass and patches of mud.  Today, the lush summer meadow seems to speak of the power of restoration.  Today, we’ll explore 15 Bible verses about restoration as we seek God’s healing. I invite you to join me as I stroll down the country road and seek God for restoration.  Then, we’ll turn to God’s Word. God’s Timing for Your Healing: 15 Bible Verses About Restoration As I walk down the road, I’m reminded of Ecclesiastes 3:11. God makes…

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    Why Is It Important to Know Your Identity in Christ?

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  • Transformation

    10 Benefits of Seeking God: Promises From Scripture

    May 23, 2025 /

    The Bible promises that when we seek God, we will find him (Jeremiah 29:13).  When we draw near to God, he draws near to us (James 4:8).  Today, we’ll explore 10 benefits of seeking God as we explore God’s promises in Scripture. I invite you to soak in these truths and use them as inspiration in your journey of faith. Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook that will help you establish a rhythm of connecting with the presence of the life-giving God daily. 10 Benefits of Seeking God I walk the country roads because I’m searching for God beneath the sapphire…

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    8 Bible Verses About Self-Worth: See Yourself as God Sees You

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    5 Morning Routines to Help You Start Your Day With God

    October 19, 2022

    8 Bible Verses About Being Intentional and Present

    July 12, 2017
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    Overcoming Trials

    10 Reasons to Trust God in Uncertain Times

    April 9, 2025 /

    Spring rain serenades us through the open window—singing a sweeter song than the frozen whisper of the winter we just endured.  Looking back at what we’ve learned over the past few months, I’m reminded that God is just as trustworthy in the dark winters as in the hope-filled springtimes.  Today, I’m sharing 10 reasons to trust God, including some lessons gleaned from our darkest winters. 10 Reasons to Trust God Maybe you need to be reminded of God’s faithfulness in your own dark season. If so, I invite you to slowly read through these biblical reasons why God is worthy of your trust.  Be sure to read to the end…

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    When You Feel Broken: 4 Ways to Find Hope

    March 4, 2020

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    February 16, 2018
  • Overcoming Trials

    14 Bible Verses About Feeling Lost and Alone

    April 2, 2025 /

    Most of us face times when we feel alone.  During these times, we can turn to God’s Word for consolation.  Today, we’ll explore a list of Bible verses about feeling lost and alone. After we anchor ourselves to God’s Truth, we’ll look at the gifts we find in life’s difficult times. Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to help you experience God’s comfort and presence. Bible Verses About Feeling Lost and Alone Let’s begin by turning to God’s Word. 14 Bible Verses About Feeling Lost and Alone 1. Psalm 147:3 ESV He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds. When…

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    How to Fight Spiritual Attacks: 7 Ways

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    10 Hope-Filled Bible Verses About Pain and Suffering

    October 18, 2017

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    March 31, 2017
  • Overcoming Trials

    15 Powerful Bible Verses About Hope in Suffering

    February 24, 2025 /

    Pale winter sunlight slips through the curtain, and splashes of cobalt rupture heaven’s veil.  Winter feels long in these parts.  Hard circumstances are unfolding in the world around us, and I open crinkled pages in search of a few Bible verses about hope in suffering. Regardless of its form, God invites us to draw near to him in times of suffering and heartache. Today, we’ll look at 15 Bible verses for hope in suffering.  Be sure to read to the end of today’s devotion for a free devotional eBook for hope in suffering. Powerful Bible Verses About Hope in Suffering Perhaps these words hold the secret to navigating suffering: If…

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    10 Bible Verses for Peace and Calm

    May 27, 2020

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    A Powerful Prayer for Healing: Press Into God’s Power

    June 29, 2022
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    15 Bible Verses About God’s Timing and Faithfulness

    February 19, 2025 /

    It’s a cloudy Monday morning when I open my Bible in search of Bible verses about God’s timing. Beside me, the amaryllis has burst into full bloom.  It bows low under the weight of its heavy blossom.  It seems ironic that after waiting for it to bloom for so long, the weight of the blossom might crush it. I watch the amaryllis become its fullest self, and I wonder about my own growth. I’ve been waiting on God this year. Reflecting on my waiting season, I wonder if waiting on God has been more purposeful than I’ve realized.  Maybe God knows that if I bloom before I’m ready, the weight…

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    How to Overcome Worry Biblically: 7 Insights

    December 26, 2018

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    June 21, 2017

    Why Today Is Going to Be a Good Day

    April 25, 2022
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    God Knows Your Pain and Cares About Your Suffering

    February 5, 2025 /

    Several years ago, our family endured a painful series of events.  I felt alone and forgotten by God when a friend gently said, “God knows your pain, and he hasn’t left your side.” Her words carried me through that dark season. Join me as I stroll down our country road, reflect on my journey, and explore God’s purpose for pain and suffering. God Knows Your Pain The forest shivers as the first signs of a cold front exhales over the rolling fields surrounding me. Above, a ragged edge of cirrus clouds warns us of what’s to come. We’re in the thick of winter in this part of the world.  I…

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    9 Bible Verses to Calm Fear and Anxiety

    July 3, 2019

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    5 Calming Prayers for Peace of Mind

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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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