About Us
Are you a woman who struggles with fear and longs to live with confidence in God’s purpose for you? Then you’re in the right place! I hope to offer encouragement and support for overwhelmed moms, hurting wives and fellow fear fighters.
Trade Fear for Faith!
Facing Fear
I’ve discovered freedom from the bondage of fear in my life. Although I will always struggle with fear, it doesn’t have a hold on me anymore. You will find resources here to help conquer fear and live in the freedom Christ offers. Below are some fears I battle and write about. Let’s fight fear together! Find facing fear posts here.
- Performance Anxiety (lack of confidence)
- Social Anxiety
- Travel Anxiety
- Other Specific Phobias
Marriage Support
Marriage is a gift from God! But we all know it’s not easy. I’ve written an automated FREE email series called, 31 days of Mending Marriage Prayers. These are emails delivered to your inbox daily. Sign up by pressing the button below. See all marriage posts here.
Book Reviews
So many books, so little time! I love to read and review the latest Christian nonfiction books. I also enjoy participating in launch teams. I’ve had the honor of being on book launch teams for Ann Voskamp, Tim Tebow, Kelly Balarie, Holley Gerth, Jennifer Dukes Lee, Shiela Walsh, Shawna Letellier, Maria Furlough, and Gary Morland.
Popular Posts
Forged Through Fire: Book Review
I've always loved reading memoirs about how people survive deep sorrow and loss. Forged through Fire by Mark McDonough tells the author's long and painful recovery after surviving a catastrophic fire that took the lives of his mother and youngest brother. The first...
How the Holy Spirit Empowers Christians to Serve Him
Years ago, when my respected Bible Study leader asked me if I would give my testimony in MOPS, I knew the Holy Spirit was leading me to say yes, but I was terrified! Public speaking is one of my worst fears! But I said yes. I wrote out my testimony and we met to go...
Transforming Your Thought Life: Book Review and Giveaway!
How do we stop the negative thoughts racing through our minds each day? In Transforming Your Thought Life: Christian Meditation in Focus, Sarah Geringer helps readers learn how to take their thoughts captive by meditating on scripture. "You have an average of 60,000...
Breaking Anxiety’s Grip: Book Review
Have you felt gripped by worry, fear, and anxiety? Dr. Michelle Bengtson's latest book, Breaking Anxiety's Grip, is a must-read for anyone who wants to learn how to reclaim God's peace in your life. Dr. Michelle explains how worry, fear, and anxiety are...
Why Does God Give Christians the Gift of the Holy Spirit?
You may want to start with the first post in the Empowered series, Do You Know Who The Holy Spirit Is? “Lord, please be with me.” Sometimes I catch myself praying these words. But the truth is, I know God is with me all the time. I don’t have to ask him to be with...
Start With Your People: Book Review
In Start with Your People: The Daily Decision that Changes Everything, author Brian Dixon shares how to find enjoyment and success at both work and home. And it's all about putting people first. People over projects. Each chapter provides practical tips to help change...
Do you know who the Holy Spirit is?
Welcome to the first post in the Empowered blog series. Are you a Christian but wonder why your life feels out of control? Do you long for peace? Is your mind troubled with many worries? Does fear have a hold on you? Do you feel like it’s impossible to change? I’ve...
Powerful Bible Verses About Writing that will Inspire You
Some days inspiration hits me out of the blue and I can’t wait to write—words flow in a current of life-giving streams. Other days, the blank screen mirrors my incapability; words are like sludge, stuck in stagnant water. I wrestle with this passion to...
Transforming Presence: Book Review
I've been a Christian since I was seven-years-old, but it wasn't until about five years ago, I realized the spirit of fear had a hold on me. So I decided to face my fears and fight. The power of the Holy Spirit helped me find freedom and gave me the courage to face my...
Breathe Again: Book Review
Have you ever felt like life kicked you in the stomach and knocked the wind out of you? Author Niki Hardy knows the kind of suffering and loss that makes it hard to breathe. After losing both her mother and sister to cancer, she was diagnosed with rectal cancer. Her...
How To Respond When You’re Misunderstood
Has anyone ever misjudged your actions and intentions? Feeling misunderstood can be painful! I’m afraid of being misunderstood by my fellow brothers/sisters in Christ. I often feel like I'm on high alert, being careful with everything I say and do to prevent...
The Middle Matters: Book Review
“The middle is the place where our lives really live. This is the place where we have grown into the shapes of our souls even as we might have outgrown the shapes of our jeans.” I’m smack dab in the middle stage with four busy kids ages eight to fifteen. The gas tank...
