Heartbreak to Strength Blog
Helping you find hope, joy, and purpose in your unexpected storms. Friend, I cannot promise that life will be storm-free, but I can promise that God will be faithful in the middle of the storm. He was for me, and I know He will for you. My prayer is that you will find encouragement and hope each week through my Heartbreak to Strength blog.
When you feel deep sadness as you say goodbye
Interestingly, your mom and dad are there when you take your first breath. It is so heartbreaking to be there when they take their last. Words cannot express the deep sadness as we said goodbye…
Hope And Encouragement For Those Grieving This Mother’s Day
In May, we honor moms! For some of us, this will be a special day. But for others, Mother’s Day will be a very difficult day. For those who have lost their mom. For those who long…
Do You Need To Take The Parenting Grateful Challenge?
My oldest son turned 22 years old at the end of February, so I wanted to share one of my favorite parenting tips with you! As parents, it’s easy to dwell on frustration and forget…
Merry Christmas 2024
Merry Christmas from my house to yours! It has been an exciting year since last Christmas! Below are some of my favorite highlights: Praying you have a wonderful Christmas as you remember how much Jesus…
If You Are Missing Someone Special This Thanksgiving
It is hard to wake up on a National Family Day without your family. Maybe you are missing someone this Holiday season. Perhaps there is an empty chair at the table because a loved one…
I Use To Want To Be Perfect, But Now I Want To Be Growing
My negative chatter in my mind started up again. You should have spent more time with her. You should have been more intentional. You should have…. The inner critic begins to criticize my choices for…
Your Lack Is Enough In The Hands Of Jesus
Imagine you are in this Bible story. Sitting in the crowd of 5000, you are intently listening to the speaker. You brought some snacks with you in case you get hungry. An announcement is made…
When God Answers Your Prayer in a Big Way
There are some moments in our faith walk that we will never forget. Maybe it was a time you felt a nudge from God or heard him speak a truth into your heart. For me,…
How To Pray Bible Verses And Calm Your Overthinking In The Middle Of The Night
Thoughts were swirling around in my head once again in the middle of the night interrupting my sleep. Worries about what is ahead and “shoulding” myself about what was in the past kept me wide…