Calling on the Names of God in Times of Need
I found a renewed interest in the names of God while actively fighting cancer. A friend contacted me when she heard what I was going through and gave me a…
How to Find Your Faith After Trauma
It's not easy to find your faith after trauma. After battling breast cancer for the last eight months, I've been having trouble trusting God and the path he has for…
Forgiveness and Freedom Are Choices, But Not Easy Ones.
Forgiveness as a Christian is tricky. It's flippantly handed out as an afterthought. But there's much more to it than that. As a single mom, I've had my share of…
Now Turn and Courageously Face Your Mountain.
We all have one: that mountain you must cross for things to get better. And it's not just any mountain. It's the big one. You know, that chance to be…
Getting Decked Out in the Whole Armor of God.
I've never given much thought to putting on the whole armor of God. It was just a random verse in the Bible. But lately, I've seen the wisdom to apply…
Seeing Yourself as a Woman of Great Value
Gaining self-esteem as a single mom can be complicated, but it affects every area of our lives. One day, I woke without any self-esteem. Oh, yeah, that's right, it was…
Five Ways to Dwell in the Land and Do Good.
“Trust in the LORD, and do good; so shalt thou dwell in the land, and verily thou shalt be fed.” Psalms 37:3 This verse is brilliant because that's where we're at. Because…
Endurance and Grit: Strong Companions for Christian Moms.
Endurance and grit are qualities of Christian moms. Life isn't easy. That's not a bad thing. But these qualities help us to hold on a little longer when things are…
It’s Not Over Yet—and Other Versions of Hope.
Words of encouragement for single moms. Encouragement for single moms is vital! Life is challenging, and hope can be hard to find. One of the most encouraging things to hear…
The Purpose of the Storm in Your Life.
Facing trials as a Christian. Facing trials as a Christian can bring deep comfort. Christians know that God loves them. They may not entirely understand what is happening, but they…