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To love others as Jesus commands, we must also love ourselves. God made us in His image, emotions and all. When we suppress pain or reject ourselves, we block His healing love. Receiving God’s love allows us to embrace who we are and extend love to others.

Corrie ten Boom, the first female watchmaker in Holland, risked everything to hide Jews during WWII, saving hundreds before being imprisoned at Ravensbrück. Enduring loss and suffering, she discovered the power of forgiveness, even toward her captors, later traveling the world to share Christ’s message of hope, love, and grace.

In moments of chaos, even Jesus withdrew to pray. As a new father, I discovered my son didn’t always need fixing—he needed help finding his center. Like him, we too need to return to the Father’s presence, where rest, peace, and calm can be found.

Hiking to Strawberry Lake reminded me of Ecclesiastes 4:9: “Two are better than one.” Life is sweeter, lighter, and richer when shared. Whether through marriage, friendship, or community, God’s design is companionship. Even small moments—like picking huckleberries—become grace-filled memories when lived together.

God’s provision often comes in unexpected ways—a quail on our bed, a trout at our feet, a raven in a coop. Each encounter whispered the same truth: “I see you. I will provide.” In weakness and uncertainty, His peace reminded us that He is always enough.

Unforgiveness feels like carrying a weight that grows heavier with time. We think we’re punishing the one who hurt us, but the chains bind our own hearts. Forgiveness doesn’t excuse the wrong; it releases us into freedom, making room for God’s healing love to flow.

God used an unexpected prophetic word to uncover grief I didn’t know I was still carrying. Through weeping, reflection, and His tender presence, I found healing from childhood rejection. This journey from mourning to dancing is a testament to the Saviour’s love that meets us in our deepest pain.

Anger can simmer quietly for years, fueled by rejection and unanswered questions. In this raw, honest reflection, I share my journey of confronting deep wounds, expressing anger to God, and finding His peace. It’s a story of release, healing, and the slow, holy work of transformation.

Fear can paralyze us, but God’s love sets us free. In this post, I share how childhood rejection shaped my fears—and how God’s truth is helping me replace distorted perceptions with His peace. You don’t have to live trapped by fear; freedom is possible.

Anxiety weighs us down, but God offers peace that surpasses understanding. Discover how surrendering control and seeking His love can bring calm to the storm—and reveal the deeper wounds He longs to heal.

Thousands line up daily for something as fleeting as a chicken sandwich—yet how many of us hunger for what truly satisfies? In this honest and heartfelt devotion, Brooke reflects on a surprising moment at Chick-fil-A that pointed her back to a deeper spiritual truth: only Jesus can fill the emptiness in our souls. Don’t leave this life empty-handed. Taste and see that the Lord is good.

What if hopelessness isn’t just a symptom of depression, but its root? Proverbs 13:12 says, “Hope deferred makes the heart sick.” I lived with that kind of sickness for years—searching, aching, doubting. But Romans 15:13 reminded me that God is not just the giver of hope—He is hope. When we trust Him, He fills us with peace, joy, and the strength to hope again.

God delights in those who trust His unfailing love—even when surrender feels like loss. Letting go of our children isn't easy, but His presence meets us in the release. He is faithful, even when we’re afraid. He carries what we can’t hold. And in that, He delights in us.

BEHIND THICK GLASS Day 4: Depression. In this piece I share my journey through decades of darkness, the lifelines that helped me endure, and the truth I finally discovered: God is the only foundation of lasting joy. If you’re struggling, you’re not alone—and healing is possible.

Returning to the Psalms has opened my eyes to the beauty of God’s law, not as a list of rules, but as a loving guide to a full and joyful life. What once felt restrictive now feels like an invitation into freedom, rest, and wholeness. Following Jesus isn’t about earning rewards; it’s about learning to live well.

Loneliness isn’t just a feeling, it’s a wound. And like all wounds, it needs care, attention, and healing.

Are you struggling with your prayer life? Read this devotion to encourage you in your prayer journey.

Feeling worthy is a symptom of early childhood rejection. Read about how God sees you as worthy.

Chapter One: Distrust - How to overcome your fear of trusting God and yourself in order to begin your healing journey from early childhood rejection.

A funny devotion about finding hope in unexpected places.

“I never loved you,” my mother said. Stunned, I sank back into the brown couch, opposite her, speechless. I’ll never forget that day or...

There is a difference between the elated feeling of joy and the lasting contentment of joy that comes from having hope in God.

The Other Half of Church: Christian Community, Brain Science, and Overcoming Spiritual Stagnation, written by Jim Wilder and Michel...

Do you struggle with pride? I do. It can be a war zone in my mind. Sometimes it feels like playing ping-pong by myself. I smack my...

Monday Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer. (Romans 12:12) The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines hope as...