♥ Tired of trying so hard to be the ideal Christian? ♥ If you feel like you’re just going through the motions. If you think the Christian life is a set of beliefs and a list of things you should do. Then Getting to Know God’s Heart is the book for you. Patty Mason knows what it feels like to work hard trying to please God…and everyone else. But all her efforts left her spiritually and emotionally bankrupt. Then she made a dramatic discovery that changed her life forever. Now, she wants to share that revelation with you. In this simple, straightforward Bible...
Posted by Patty Mason on 12/10/2024
On this episode of GraceStory Podcast, Sue Bowles is back on the show to share with us on what it means to fight for hope. She talks about how fighting for hope during times of heaviness, hopelessness, and anxiety can look as simple as pausing to breathe, reaching out to a friend, or engaging in a hobby. It’s not toxic positivity or ignorance; it’s mindfully choosing to believe in the next moment before you. This was such a great conversation; we hope you’ll listen! As a Master Certified Life Coach and Board Certified Master Mental Health Coach, Sue empowers those who...
Posted by Sue Bowles on 11/29/2024
Every year we hit December 1st with so many plans to keep Jesus as our focus til Christmas. And each year we seem to reach mid December with anxiety, guilt and frustration at our lack of focus. Gifts of the Manger is a 25-day devotional to help us get our focus on Jesus during this time of celebrating His birth and the reason for His birth. May your Christmas season will be filled with time spent focusing on Jesus! May you be blessed with these gifts we've all been given because He came as the sweetest gift; a babe in the manger. ...
Posted by Tracy Axcell on 09/23/2024
Life on Earth can indeed be full of those “things that ail us,” but many of the endless quick hits for a fix that are constantly offered up are mere placebos, putting us on more of a “deathbed of data” than a road to recovery. But there is a real “prescription” for the suffering and challenges we face on a daily basis. That prescription can be found in the Scriptures; the Word of God. This book will help you drop your excuses and find your answers, get rid of your loneliness and find God's love. This is your answer for removing anxiety and...
Posted by Katherine Norland on 06/19/2024
Do you ever question your worth, question God’s love for you, or compare yourself unfavorably to others? Are you a burden bearer, perfectionist, or struggle with codependency? Are you often overwhelmed, stressed out, or feel “not enough”? Most women can be nurturing to others, but neglect to show the same care for themselves. They can demonstrate much empathy and compassion to the people in their lives, yet berate and even hate themselves. Despite the abundance of resources available to support women's mental health, stress and anxiety levels among women are on the rise....
Posted by Laronda Alexander on 05/23/2024
Do you ever question your worth, question God’s love for you, or compare yourself unfavorably to others? Are you a burden bearer, perfectionist, or struggle with codependency? Are you often overwhelmed, stressed out, or feel “not enough”? Most women can be nurturing to others, but neglect to show the same care for themselves. They can demonstrate much empathy and compassion to the people in their lives, yet berate and even hate themselves. Despite the abundance of resources available to support women's mental health, stress and anxiety levels among women are on the rise....
Posted by Laronda Alexander on 05/21/2024
You are made in the image of God - Stop hating yourself - You are fearfully and wonderfully made. When you change your outlook...you won't have to change your outward looks! In Poetic Prescriptions for Eternal Youth: Examining Earthly Beauty from a Heavenly Perspective, Katherine Norland picks apart societal standards of beauty that have been foisted upon us. She shatters misconceptions about image and self-worth in this truthful yet lighthearted look at our bodies, and shows us the difference a divine perspective makes. Katherine pops the fallacy of being perfect like a ripe zit,...
Posted by Katherine Norland on 04/11/2024
Are you overwhelmed with anxiety? Does your mind race with worry? Sarah shares some practical tips on how to redirect your mind and calm your spirit. ...
Posted by Sarah Holley on 04/09/2024
Kathleen Johnson describes how scripture memory positively impacted her life, bringing increased joy, peace, strength, improved relationships, and being better equipped to resist spiritual attacks. She encourages readers to start their own scripture memory discipline and promises that the Holy Spirit will ignite a passion for God's Word that will bring great blessings.The author shares her story of how memorizing Scripture transformed her life. Growing up, she had a strong foundation in the Bible, but it wasn't until a difficult divorce that she truly understood the power of Scripture...
Posted by Kathleen Johnson on 03/18/2024
Award-winning and heralded as “a book that can strengthen the spirit of its reader and transform or even save lives,” Move Forward Stronger is like a friend when we’re in need, the therapist we’re hesitant to call, and the inner voice we’ve been listening for...telling us: “You can feel happiness again.” Something happened. The death of someone you love. A suicide, divorce or loss of a close relationship, job, career, or business. A negative change in your financial picture. A medical diagnosis or tragic accident. A physical...
Posted by Julia Nicholson on 02/19/2024
When Carole Leathem’s husband, Bill, first began his battle with anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts, she had no idea years of rejection and identity issues would come to a head. After all, when you’re the wife of a senior pastor, there are certain expectations that come with it. Imperfection and mental illness are not among them. Managing depression in marriage and setting relationship boundaries brought pain, uncertainty, and rejection, which were nearly unbearable. Whenever Carole surrendered to God, he showed up time and time again. As Carole searched...
Posted by Carole Leathem on 12/31/2023
Many of us share our own stories of anxiety and depression, but today we’re talking about mental health issues from the perspective of a caregiver. My friend Carole Leathem has bravely shared her story of caring for her husband, a pastor with debilitating mental health issues, and the joy the Lord has offered in His faithfulness to her. Whether you are the caregiver or you know a friend who is, you’ll be encouraged as you listen today. ...
Posted by Carole Leathem on 12/31/2023
