One Powerful Habit to (almost) Divorce-proof Your Marriage
The statistics tell su that couples who pray together have less than a 1% chance of divorce, so why is it so hard to do this one thing?
Christian Living Devotions
How a Christmas Flunky found Holiday Joy
I cannot lie. I stink at Christmas. Some years, I don’t even like it. First, there are the presents. I have friends who intuitively know how to find the perfect gift for everyone they love. I so envy them. I feel such pressure to find just the right gifts that I dread the start of…
Hope We Can Cling to While We Wait
How can we cling to hope when we've been waiting for so long for God to move? If you're waiting, this post will encourage you to press on.
Best Christian Books for Gift Giving (Complete with Black Friday)
Happy Black Friday, Friends! If you’re like me, you’re decorating for Christmas and hunting for that perfect something for that special someone. Did you go out early this morning to snag that spiffy Christmas sweater or fun Lego set? Nothing wrong with that. I love a good bargain. The older I get, t
The Best Reason Not to Fear the Future
I asked a group of women recently to list the fears that race around in their heads when they lie down to sleep. Here’s a sampling: Will my children and grandchildren walk with God? Will my marriage go the distance? Will we have enough money to pay for college, weddings, and retirement? Will we be [
Something Exciting Is in the Works!
Lori Hatcher launches a new book, Think on These Things, 60 Thoughtful Devotions for Renewed Peace, with our Daily Bread Publishing
5 Things to Do When You Feel Hopeless
What should we do when things seem hopeless? Here are 5 principles from Luke 8 we can apply to any situation that causes us to lose hope.
When Nights Are Scary — 4 Ways to Banish Nighttime Fear
Nighttime can be the most frightening part of the day. The busyness that distracts us is gone, and my mind is free to wander into dark places
How to Know God’s Calling You, Part II
How do you know God’s calling you? How can you tell it’s Him and not your own thoughts?
Is God Calling You? How to Know Part I
It’s undeniable—that gentle (or not-so-gentle) tug on your heart. You think God might be calling you to do something, but you’re not sure. How can you be certain it’s really God calling you and not one of your own crazy ideas?
When You Feel Like God Is Hiding
Have you ever wondered if God plays hide and seeks with mankind? Or maybe just with you?
Good Parent, Don’t Miss the Best for Your Children
Conscientious parents want the best for their children. How do know what is best for them? How can we choose between activities?