by Valerie Murray | Apr 18, 2023 | Blog, Book Reviews, Facing Fear, Faith |
Take Every Thought Captive by Kelly Balarie helps readers exchange lies of the enemy for the mind of Christ. This book gives hands-on suggestions for changing self-defeating thoughts in order to transform the way you think. The writing is heartfelt and honest and...
by Valerie Murray | Apr 11, 2023 | Blog, Facing Fear, Faith |
I’m excited to share a guest post from an author whose love for the Lord truly inspires me. I’ve been blessed to have been on her launch teams for Fear Fighting and Battle Ready. Today she’s sharing about a topic I’m sure we can all relate to....
by Valerie Murray | Apr 6, 2023 | Blog, Facing Fear, Faith |
The Bible says Jesus was tempted in every way we are. Does this mean he was also tempted to fear? “For we do not have a high priest who is unable to empathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are—yet he did not sin”...
by Valerie Murray | Nov 9, 2022 | Blog, Book Reviews, Facing Fear, Faith |
The Loudest Roar by Judy Dunagan helps readers stand in the unshakeable victory God has already won for them. “Even though we know deep down that our God reigns and His victory is ours, we often live defeated–consumed with fear, temptation, doubt, resentment, or...
by Valerie Murray | Oct 31, 2022 | Blog, Facing Fear, Faith |
Have you ever buried difficult emotions only to find them bubbling to the surface later? When life is overwhelming, sometimes I feel guilty for not responding to trials with faith that anticipates positive outcomes and trusts the promises of God. I tend to stuff...
by Valerie Murray | Oct 10, 2022 | Blog, Facing Fear, Faith |
If you have been following my blog, you know I’m passionate about sharing how fearing the Lord helps us learn to trust in God when we are afraid. The theme of fearing the Lord is prevalent throughout the Bible. To learn how to fear the Lord, the Bible says our hearts...
by Valerie Murray | Sep 3, 2022 | Blog, Book Reviews, Facing Fear, Faith |
What’s keeping you from being a valiant warrior? Strong in Battle by Susie Larson gives practical strategies to help you gain victory in your hardships and overcome obstacles in your life. I read this book at a time when I needed some spiritual encouragement...
by Valerie Murray | Aug 29, 2022 | Blog, Facing Fear, Faith, Family, Marriage |
Have you wondered what the Bible means when it tells us to guard our hearts? What should we guard our hearts against? The greatest commandment is to love the Lord with all of our heart, soul, and mind (Mark 12:30). In order to love God with our entire self, we must...
by Valerie Murray | Aug 18, 2022 | Blog, Book Reviews, Facing Fear, Faith |
On the Edge of Hope by Mark Chironna integrates theology and Christ-centered psychology to offer hope for those struggling with anxiety, depression, and pain. Even though I’m unfamiliar with the author/pastor, the title of this book caught my attention and I...
by Valerie Murray | May 29, 2022 | Blog, Facing Fear, Faith |
Have you ever wondered what the Bible means when it tells us to guard our hearts? I wanted to know more about this topic so I researched why we should guard our hearts, what we should guard our hearts against, and how we should guard our hearts? Vines Expository...
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. 
