by Valerie Murray | Nov 8, 2019 | Blog, Facing Fear, Faith |
The next three posts in the Empowered Series will reference six points about how the Holy Spirit reveals truth as mentioned in Wayne Grudem’s Systematic Theology. We’ll explore how the Holy Spirit revealed himself in scripture so that we can better understand how God...
by Valerie Murray | Nov 7, 2019 | Blog, Book Reviews, Faith |
Adorned by Nancy Demoss Wolgemuth uses Titus 2 to address how older and younger women can live out the gospel together. It answers the question, “How in the world do we manage to adorn the gospel and let it adorn us in the midst of mundane or agonizing realities?”...
by Valerie Murray | Oct 25, 2019 | Blog, Facing Fear, Faith |
Welcome to the Empowered Blog Series. Here are the first three posts in this series. Do You Know Who the Holy Spirit Is? Why Does God Give Christians The Gift of the Holy Spirit? How the Holy Spirit Empowers us to Serve Him. How the Holy Spirit...
by Valerie Murray | Oct 4, 2019 | Blog, Facing Fear, Faith |
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...
by Valerie Murray | Oct 2, 2019 | Blog, Book Reviews, Facing Fear |
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...
by Valerie Murray | Sep 23, 2019 | Blog, Book Reviews |
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...
by Valerie Murray | Sep 20, 2019 | Blog, Facing Fear, Faith |
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...
by Valerie Murray | Sep 12, 2019 | Blog, Book Reviews, Family |
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...
by Valerie Murray | Sep 6, 2019 | Blog, Facing Fear, Faith |
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...
by Valerie Murray | Aug 30, 2019 | Blog, Facing Fear, Faith |
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 write....
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. 
