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.
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 asking if anyone has any food that they can share with the group. You think to yourself: should I give…
When Your Choices Feel Overwhelming, God Holds You Together
Through all my heartbreak, God is the one that holds me together. I can’t take the credit for when it looks like I am strong, it is all God. I hold fast to my life…
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…
Can You See The Ripple Effects? How To Make An Impact Sharing Your God Story
I love this illustration. “Just think if ripples spread out across our lake when you throw your rocks into the water, how do the words you say and the things you do affect the people…
How The Green Beauty In Scotland Changed My Perspective On Rain
I was captivated by the view! The beautiful green trees, bushes, and grass against the blue water was breathtaking. Standing in Scotland with my husband at this gorgeous overview was a dream come true! As…
How to Live Intentionally and Grow Seeds Instead of Weeds
I could not believe how fast they emerged. Sprouting up out of nowhere, these unwanted plants invaded my flowerbed. Along with the healthy plants, this summer also brought along some large weeds. Left unattended, weeds just…
Do You Want to Learn How to Study the Bible Better?
Have you ever taken a deep dive into a verse in the Bible? As you looked closely at the words, did you compare translations or look up what they meant in their original language? Honestly,…
How To Persevere in Faith When You Don’t Get the Miracle
During a church worship service, we watched a video that told a remarkable story. A pregnant couple learned horrible news at their first ultrasound: their baby appeared to have severe deformities. Specialists in nearby Philadelphia…
Hope 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…