by Valerie Murray | Feb 20, 2017 | Blog, Book Reviews, Faith |
In her book Nothing to Prove, Jennie Allen asks some questions I think many Christians have struggled with. What if we stopped doing things for God and started doing things with God? Maybe the reason you aren’t free is that you are trying so hard? I spent a...
by Valerie Murray | Feb 10, 2017 | Facing Fear, Faith |
I wouldn’t do that if I were you. What if something bad happens? What if? How would you live with that kind of gut-wrenching pain? It’s WAY too risky. Someone could get hurt. You’ll look stupid. Make a fool of yourself. People just aren’t going to like you. Who do...
by Valerie Murray | Feb 1, 2017 | Blog, Book Reviews, Faith |
A few months ago I had the chance to visit the church I attended from elementary school through my college years. It is now called Venture Christian Church and Chip Ingram is the pastor. It was fun to hear Chip Ingram speak since our couple’s small group had recently...
by Valerie Murray | Jan 27, 2017 | Blog, Facing Fear, Faith |
I sent my son off to Science Camp a few weeks ago. But I almost didn’t. Because the arrows of fear were attacking me big time. We were in the middle of a fierce storm. It’s been all over the news. Supposedly the worst storm to hit California in 10 years....
by Valerie Murray | Jan 20, 2017 | Blog, Facing Fear, Faith |
My five-year-old had just learned to ride a bike. I never knew my paranoia of her getting hurt would turn into such a big reality check for me. Riding a bike sure mirrors the life lessons of taking risks and facing fear. We teach our children to take off the...
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. 
