by Valerie Murray | Jun 17, 2016 | Blog, Book Reviews, Family |
Some nonfiction will capture your attention and heart from the very first word until the very last. Hope Heals: A True Story of Overwhelming Loss and Overcoming Love by Katherine and Jay Wolf is definitely one you will not want to put down. While her...
by Valerie Murray | Jun 6, 2016 | Blog, Book Reviews |
I was in line at Disneyland when I received the news that one of my favorite authors, Jerry Bridges, had passed away. I was anticipating the arrival of his book, the Blessing of Humility to arrive on my doorstep any day. Although I know he’s celebrating in Heaven, I...
by Valerie Murray | May 31, 2016 | Blog, Book Reviews |
If you listen to Christian music, you may be familiar with Matt and Beth Redman’s song, “Blessed Be Your Name.” Their book, Finding God in the Hard Times, leads you through the lyrics of the song, encouraging the faint of heart to worship Christ through good times...
by Valerie Murray | May 24, 2016 | Blog, Book Reviews |
When sixteen-year-old Alex and Brett Harris started their blog, TheRebelution.com, they had no idea the huge impact their message would have all over the world. They made up the word “rebelution” by combining the words rebellion and revolution to create the concept...
by Valerie Murray | May 23, 2016 | Blog, Book Reviews, Parenting |
I practically dropped to the ground along with the heavy Costco bag I was carrying, filled to the brim with paper towels, Clorox wipes, and school supplies, as my son’s teacher introduced herself. She recognized me right away. I tried to catch my breath and...
by Valerie Murray | May 10, 2016 | Blog, Book Reviews |
I don’t know about you, but sometimes I fall into the comparison trap. I start wishing I was less like me and more like someone else. I wish I was funny and could make people laugh. I wish I could accomplish my goals as successfully and quickly as my...
by Valerie Murray | May 7, 2016 | Blog, Book Reviews, Parenting |
“Mom, you can come on the field trip, just don’t sit by me.” Any middle-schoolers in your house? My daughter and I have always been close. But I knew this time would come. In a few months, she will be a teenager. The “no you...
by Valerie Murray | Apr 25, 2016 | Blog, Book Reviews |
When I was a teen I watched a Christian television program called the 700 Club with my mom. I always loved listening to Sheila Walsh speak with such compassion and encouragement. When I struggled through infertility, Sheila’s book, Life Is Tough, But God Is...
by Valerie Murray | Apr 13, 2016 | Blog, Book Reviews |
In Love Without Limits, Christian Motivational Speaker Nick Vujicic, tells of his journey to finding true love. Nick is a well-known evangelist who was born without arms or legs. He speaks all over the world inspiring others to overcome obstacles and achieve...
by Valerie Murray | Apr 4, 2016 | Blog, Book Reviews |
Life is Beautiful! In the memoir, Life is Beautiful: How a Lost Girl Became a True, Confident Child of God, author Sarah M. Johnson shares her personal journey of surviving a horrific plane accident where she lost both her father and brother. While heading for a...
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. 
