6 Steps to Take When It’s Time to Take a Stand
When was the last time you had to take a stand for what was right? One of the Bible’s wisest men made a bold appeal and glorified God.
Devotions
Short enough to read in the carpool line, in the break room, at home, or anywhere you find five minutes for quiet reflection.
“What are you working on?” Sharing Happy Stuff
What is author/speaker Lori Hatcher doing? Read a personal update about her latest writing projects, new books, and speaking engagements.
For Better and For Worse, How Haircuts and Holiness Grow On Us
! What do haircuts have to do with holiness? This whimsical account from the early days of marriage will describe how both our haircutting skills and our spiritual maturity are a work in progress. Whether or not you cut your spouse’s hair, I hope you smile (and take stock) of your own growt
Chasing Joy — One Example of How to “Git After It”
Sometimes joy finds us, other times we have to be proactive and just "git after it," if you know what I mean.
Don’t Forget These (Unexpected) Women of Easter
When you think of the women of Easter, whose faces come to mind? Certainly Mary, the mother of Jesus, who faced a horror no mother should face as she watched her beloved Son die an agonizing death on a cross. You may also think of the three women who rushed to the tomb at first…
Struggling Under the Pain of Unforgiveness? How to Break Free
Are you struggling under the weight of unforgiveness? Jesus’s example of forgiving those who sinned against us provides us a way to be free.
Six Reasons Faith Deconstruction Can Be a Good Thing
A Guest Post by Meredith Mills Greetings, Refresh readers! Unless you’ve been hiding in a bunker, you’ve at least heard the term “deconstruction.” Many, especially young people, are “deconstructing” their faith. Some come back stronger and some leave their faith forever. If you know someone who is d
5 Powerful Ways You Can Help Your Husband Draw Closer to God
Most Christian women want our husbands to be the spiritual leaders in our home, but we don’t know how to help them draw closer to God.
Are You Reading Leviticus? Here are Four Glorious Reasons Not to Skip It
When you’re reading through the bible, you’ll encounter the Book of Leviticu. What are four glorious reasons to read this challenging book?
When Mistakes Become Divine Appointments — Thoughts on God’s Sweet Sovereignty
A grocery receipt mistake leads to a powerful reminder of God’s timing when a delay puts one woman in the right place to help a lost child.
How Being Broken Is the First Step to Becoming Whole
Being broken before God leads to true healing. A powerful reflection on Proverbs 3:5–6, surrender, and how God makes our paths straight.
6 Biblical Steps When You Have to Take a Stand
When you have to take a stand for what you believe is right, is there a wise and biblical way to do it? Consider these six steps.