by Valerie Murray | Dec 30, 2019 | Blog, Book Reviews, Facing Fear, Faith |
When author Kim Erickson’s three-year-old son died from strep throat in 2008, she turned to the Lord for help. Jesus’ last words to his disciples before his death brought her comfort and changed her life. His Last Words: What Jesus Taught and Prayed in His Final...
by Valerie Murray | Dec 23, 2019 | Blog, Christmas, Facing Fear, Faith |
? “It’s the most stressful time of the year.” ? Oh, wait. You’re right. That’s not how the lyrics go. I confess. When the rush of Christmas began in my household, I replaced the words with ones that felt honest. Probably not a great way to transform my thought life, I...
by Valerie Murray | Dec 6, 2019 | Blog, Facing Fear, Faith |
One of the works of the Holy Spirit is to guide and direct us. Check out the first two ways the Holy Spirit guides us in this post. I wish I could type God’s will as my destination in Google Maps and print the turn-by-turn directions so I can study them before...
by Valerie Murray | Dec 4, 2019 | Blog, Book Reviews, Faith |
People all over the world prayed for missionary Andrew Brunson’s freedom. When I saw he had written a book about his two-year captivity in Turkish prisons, I knew I wanted to read it. God’s Hostage: A True Story of Persecution, Imprisonment, and...
by Valerie Murray | Nov 23, 2019 | Blog, Book Reviews, Faith |
I grew up singing hymns at church. I joined the high school choir and loved learning the words to many classic songs. The lyrics voice my deep yearning to be close to God. I’ve always wondered what led songwriters to pen such soulful words. Stories behind the Songs...
Hello there! I'm Valerie, a mom of four and wife of 27 years. My writing inspires others to cultivate courageous faith and find solace in trusting God, especially in moments of fear and uncertainty. Join me on this adventure as we explore the beauty of trusting God when we are afraid. 
