by Valerie Murray | Jul 17, 2018 | Blog, Facing Fear, Faith |
Guest post by Dawn Klinge Today, it is my honor to introduce you to my friend Dawn Klinge who writes at Above The Waves. When I met Dawn, I couldn’t help but notice her kind, calm and peaceful demeanor. Jesus shines peace through her! Today she shares 6...
by Valerie Murray | Jul 10, 2018 | Blog, Facing Fear, Faith |
A few months after starting my blog I received a message from Deb Wolf of Counting My Blessings asking if I would like to join a private FB group with a few other bloggers. Those bloggers would become my tribe—my prayer warriors, my friends, my encouragers. Deb has...
by Valerie Murray | Jul 9, 2018 | Blog, Facing Fear, Faith |
“Fear of man will prove to be a snare, but whoever trusts in the LORD is kept safe.” Proverbs 29:25 NIVWhen I was in junior high, a rumor that I was stupid spread like a vicious wildfire, and I couldn’t put it out no matter how hard I tried. My worst memory is of...
by Valerie Murray | Jul 3, 2018 | Blog, Book Reviews, Facing Fear |
I’m so excited to have Kelly Balarie guest post today! Her book helped me seize the moment and face one of my biggest fears. I used to think it was safer for me to avoid any risk that could potentially make me look like a fool and mess up in front of others. But...
by Valerie Murray | Jul 2, 2018 | Blog, Facing Fear |
Guest Post by Diana Abe Today I’m excited to share Diana’s writing with you. I loved this post so much! I love how Diana explores 7 ways God sees us in our painful circumstances. Most days I find myself overwhelmed with the things that I need to...
by Valerie Murray | Jun 25, 2018 | About, Blog, Faith |
Guest Post by Marva Smith Marva has endured many hardships in life and yet she always manages to find a reason to hope. She finds joy in encouraging women to slow down and shine in the light of God’s goodness. When I met her last year at our Higher Ground Retreat, I...
by Valerie Murray | Jun 19, 2018 | Blog, Book Reviews, Faith |
I couldn’t wait to read A.W. Tozer’s Three Spiritual Classics In One Volume! This book contains his greatest works: The Knowledge of the Holy, The Pursuit of God and God’s Pursuit of Man. Tozer writes in a way that inspires a deeper awareness about who God is and how...
by Valerie Murray | Jun 18, 2018 | Blog, Faith |
Guest post by Melanie Redd Melanie Redd is known for being an encourager. She’s my prayer warrior friend who faithfully prays for others. It brings me great joy to share her uplifting words with you today! Strength. It’s something we all really want to...
by Valerie Murray | Jun 11, 2018 | Blog, Family, Marriage |
It’s the second week of the Summer Sizzle Blog Hop! I’m excited to introduce you to my friend Nicki Schroeder who has been a great encouragement to me! She writes at Showered in Grace to help women find joy during our busy and often messy lives. She is...
by Valerie Murray | Jun 4, 2018 | Blog, Facing Fear, Faith |
I became friends with Ruthie Gray around the time I started my blog. Her mission is to help moms navigate motherhood and equip them to find joy in God’s strength. We come from the same tribe, both having 4 kids— 3 girls and 1 boy, all in the same order. They...
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. 
