Christmas carols fill the air; smiles and laughter are everywhere. A stroll through town reveals glistening windows boasting of tasty holiday treats and shiny red ribbon. Twinkling lights dance in unexpected places and bounce off sparkling trees. Whether you appreciate lots of gold and glitter or simple candles, the blessing of our Lord’s birth is celebrated with expression! While Christmas is … [Read more...] about Hope for A Difficult Christmas Season
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4 Things to Do When You Feel Like There Is No Hope
Have you ever felt like you are missing hope in your life? Like every day is drudgery and you're trying to discover purpose for the next moment? Or maybe you've been hit with one big wave of discouragement and you're struggling to come up for air? In thinking over some of the situations I've encountered in years past, today I wanted to share what I've learned from God's Word and others when … [Read more...] about 4 Things to Do When You Feel Like There Is No Hope
Hope Heals Hurting Hearts & Blogger Linkup
Welcome to week 4 of the Hope for Hurting Hearts series! Remember how we discussed the word "hope" in Scripture typically means our English word-"expectation?" Our expectation, or hope, should always come from the Lord. How do we know we can trust Him? Because of His unfailing love for us! The LORD delights in those who fear him, who put their hope in his unfailing love. Psalm … [Read more...] about Hope Heals Hurting Hearts & Blogger Linkup
When Nothing Else Can Reach- A Guest Post
Today we are privileged to read more words that give Hope to Hurting Hearts. I want to introduce you to another awesome friend of mine, Kara Chupp. Common sorrows carry common bonds and Kara and I have much in common, especially through our God and Savior. Kara is married to her husband Jason, and they have five kiddos, four here and one in heaven. They also have a muppet-like-mess of a dog, … [Read more...] about When Nothing Else Can Reach- A Guest Post
How to Bring Hope to Hurting Hearts
Welcome to Week 4 of the Hope for Hurting Hearts series. We've covered What To Do When You Feel Like There's No Hope in week 1, and in week 2, we discussed What To Do When You Can't See Hope. This week we move a little different direction: How to Bring Hope to Hurting Hearts. Many times I believe that Christians don't minister to hurting hearts because they are unsure of what to say or do or … [Read more...] about How to Bring Hope to Hurting Hearts
Hope for Hurting Hearts Series
Beginning Monday, October 8th, for five weeks every Monday, I'm excited to bring you a new series, Hope for Hurting Hearts. For five weeks on Mondays, each blog post is going to be centered on thoughts and ideas of either helping yourself or others through difficult circumstances. I have some awesome guests coming along as well! We're going to talk big and small as we discuss grief, helping … [Read more...] about Hope for Hurting Hearts Series
Five Minute Friday: See
I love writing any day of the week, but Fridays are especially fun. My writing cohort, The Gypsy Mama, throws out a word and then our fingers feast for five minutes typing out whatever comes in our heads. This week's word: see. And here we go: At times, life seems a bit crazy and the future... foggy. With clouds looming heavily and darkness towering, visibility is next to zero. There is … [Read more...] about Five Minute Friday: See