by Valerie Murray | Sep 1, 2017 | Blog, Faith, Health and Fitness |
Guest Post by Dawn Klinge There are two types of rest: spiritual and physical. We need both kinds of rest if we want to be healthy. The following is about spiritual rest. What does it mean to find rest in God? Trusting in God’s unfailing love, and believing that he...
by Valerie Murray | Aug 23, 2017 | Blog, Faith, Health and Fitness |
Sometimes I wonder why I do it. I mean, I really don’t see the results I think my amount of effort should show. Why then, have I pulled my sleepy self out of bed and put on workout clothes for the last 30 years? Yep, I’ve worked out for most of my life. As a...
by Valerie Murray | Aug 18, 2017 | Blog, Faith |
What do you see when you look in the mirror? When I look in the mirror, my flaws seem to jump out and yell, “Fix Me!” Psalm 139:14 says: I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well. Wouldn’t it be...
by Valerie Murray | Aug 16, 2017 | Blog, Book Reviews, Faith |
Do you want to know how to apply biblical truth in your circumstances and obtain wisdom from God? Lately, I’ve been thirsting to know and understand God’s wisdom in certain areas of my life. I’ve searched for answers to questions like—who can know the wisdom of God...
by Valerie Murray | Aug 11, 2017 | Blog, Faith, Health and Fitness |
I’m so excited to have author Lisa Preuett guest post today. As some of you know, I completed my first half-marathon in April. I learned so many lessons about life and faith from training. When I found out Lisa wrote a devotional for runners that captures the...
by Valerie Murray | Aug 4, 2017 | Blog, Book Reviews |
I love journals! I have stashes of them stored away in drawers and cabinets throughout my home. I remember getting my first devotional journal when I was in third grade. Ever since then, I still find such joy in writing my prayers out to the Lord. When I saw The...
by Valerie Murray | Jul 21, 2017 | Blog, Faith, Family |
Today, I have the privilege of introducing you to my friend Marva. Her blog has inspired me with its vibrant colors and hopeful message from day one! Marva’s personality sparkles the joy of the Lord. I loved meeting her this Spring and seeing God use her gifts....
by Valerie Murray | Jul 14, 2017 | Blog, Marriage |
Today, it is my honor to introduce you to my friend Dawn Klinge. Before I started blogging, Dawn’s writing at Above the Waves offers hope for us to rise above the waves of hard times. I had the joy of meeting Dawn this Spring and was so blessed. The same...
by Valerie Murray | Jul 11, 2017 | Blog, Book Reviews, Faith |
Remarkable Faith: When Jesus Marveled at the Faith of Unremarkable People I’ve always wanted to have remarkable faith. For some reason, I envision remarkable faith looking a certain way—strong, like David when he fought Goliath and brave, like Daniel in a den of...
by Valerie Murray | Jul 7, 2017 | Blog, Family, Parenting |
When I first met Carmen she ran up to me and gave me a big hug! This woman of God is fun and driven to put God first in everything she does. Her integrity shines. She writes at Married By His Grace and if you have a chance to read her testimony, it’s awesome!...
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. 
