Would You Like to Give Life-Changing, Soul-strengthening Gift this Year?
Rethinking Christmas gifts? Give the gift of daily spiritual growth with powerful Christian devotionals that point loved ones to Jesus
Family Devotions
4 Simple Steps to Take If You’re Not Feeling Grateful This Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is all about being thankful, but what if you don’t feel thankful? What if you feel grumpy instead of grateful? 4 Things to do.
Three Biblical Secrets to Live a Long and Happy Life
Greetings, Refresh Readers: While science links longevity to healthy habits like diet and exercise, Scripture reveals even deeper truths. These timeless principles not only protect us from harmful choices but also bring peace, prosperity, and eternal hope. True longevity begins with obedience to God
7 Steps to a Happy Life
~ Lori here. Happy Monday! Would you like to discover God’s 7-step plan for true happiness? In a world full of empty advice about how to be happy, the Bible offers a timeless, practical guide. Learn how these seven simple steps can help you live with lasting joy, peace, and purpose—no matter your ci
Two Fun Opportunities for Listening and Learning
Hi readers! I have not one but TWO special treats for you this week—two opportunities to listen to some of the devotions from my latest book, Lord, I Believe, 60 Devotions for Your Troubled Heart. Sunday God Meets Monday Mom podcast — “I Believe God Is Trustworthy” Last week, the creativ
Act Now! Lord, I Believe: 60 Devotions for Your Troubled Heart Has Arrived
You want to believe that God is good, powerful, and loving, but when life gets hard, it’s hard to believe. Here are 60 reasons to trust.
How Not to Fear Not When Life Is Scary?
A struggling friend once accused me of having a Pollyanna approach to life. You just think happy thoughts, look on the bright side, and focus on the good. You pretend the bad stuff doesn’t exists. Seriously? Does she really think this is how Christians deal with trials? If my husband came home with
Are You Praying for a Prodigal? Here’s Hope
It’s easy to grow weary when we’re praying for a loved one who’s far away from God. Thankfully, God’s Word provides solid truth to cling to as we pray for our prodigals.
Golden Words — How to Approach the Day with a Smile
Humans are negative creatures by default. We have to cultivate character traits like gratitude and appreciation. They just don’t come naturally. Think about it. Which is more likely to come out of your mouth – a complaint about something your kids or your husband failed to do? Or a word of appreciat
If You’re Grieving Today, Here’s Powerful Comfort in a Small Package
Tender from a recent loss, I stood with the congregation as the worship leader announced the hymn for the day: “It Is Well with My Soul. He launched into the familiar story behind the song. “Horatio Spafford’s wife and four daughters were sailing to England when a horrible storm arose. . .” I’ve hea
Don’t Miss the Beauty and Value of “Different”
If I’m not careful, I miss the beauty and value of different approaches, perspectives, and methods. I forget that behind the differences that separate us is God’s creative hand making each person unique for his glory and our good. God reminded me of this truth through an unlikely patch of dirt in my
Feeling Overwhelmed? Three Powerful Truths to Conquer the Chaos
If you struggle with feeling overwhelmed, consider these three truths, found in (of all places) the book of Numbers.