As precious as they are, pearls don’t come easy. They take years to develop, and they start with a tiny grain of sand—an irritant. Something that doesn’t belong. Something painful and unwanted. Something you wouldn’t wish on anyone. Yet, over time, that grain of sand is transformed into something new. Something beautiful and priceless. Something you wouldn’t trade for anything. The “Pearls of Wisdom” in this book were born out of pain and hurt, both physical and emotional. Yet God took that pain and breathed purpose into it. Perhaps you’re wondering...
Posted by Shana Grooms on 02/21/2022
Life can be messy. Life can be difficult. Life can be painful. It's part of being human. Experiencing the struggles in life, in a way, reminds us we are alive. Yet through these struggles and often times pain, we can find beauty once again. For God is able to take our deepest disappointment and use it for His greatest good. The "Pearls of Wisdom" in this book were born out of pain and hurt, both physical and emotional. There were questions, doubts, and many tears. There was also restoration, healing, and a new understanding of God's grace. Whether you are currently enduring...
Posted by Shana Grooms on 02/21/2022
Looking for an encouraging way to start your day? These small devotions will point you to God's Word and His truth! ...
Posted by Ammie Bouwman on 02/21/2022
Balancing the demands of daily life can be distracting causing our prayer life to be disjointed. These distractions are not limited to external factors but frequently include internal struggles, feelings of insecurity, and the desire for perfection. These issues often crowd out that still small voice of God, creating a sense of vulnerability that can lead to discouragement. Devotions for the Distracted Heart will challenge, inspire and empower you to embrace God’s love and grow in faith. Buy now ...
Posted by Peg Arnold on 08/09/2019
Ecclesiastes 3:11 tells us, "He has made everything beautiful in its time.” Everything—which includes you! Do you have trouble believing that? If so, you’re not alone. As girls and women, it's easy to become insecure about our appearance when we're bombarded with images depicting "perfection.” Comparison becomes part of our days and we struggle to believe that we are enough. Unfortunately for most, this begins at a young age and low self-esteem is carried into adulthood. Adapted from the message Jennifer has taught to countless girls and women, ...
Posted by Jennifer Cadamore on 05/22/2019
They Call Me Mom is a devotional that all moms will relate to and find themselves saying, “Yes!” as they identify with the many roles they play as only a Mother can. From taxi driver to kisser of boo-boos to cheerleader to referee, Moms have an almost superhero-like way of wearing the various hats, keeping all the balls in the air, and managing to do it all with a smile on their faces. Written by best-selling, award-winning authors Michelle Medlock Adams and Bethany Jett, “They Call MeMom” is sure to encourage moms at every age and every stage of motherhood....
Posted by Michelle Medlock Adams on 02/27/2019
“Michelle Medlock Adams has created a fun, lively devotional that’s sure to appeal to dinosaur lovers of all ages. Filled with fun dino facts, journaling prompts, and Scripture, Dinosaur Devotions shares truth from God's Word in a way that kids will understand and enjoy. What a great way to get children interested in the Bible." —Victoria Osteen, New York Times bestselling author and copastor of Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas Dinosaur Devotions will help your middle grade children dig deeper into the Word while uncovering fascinating facts about dinosaurs!...
Posted by Michelle Medlock Adams on 02/26/2019
Get Your Spirit On! is for girls and young women who are already cheerleaders, aspire to be cheerleaders, or simply wish to cheer for God. This upbeat devotional offers one entry per week for 40 weeks (which should cover a typical cheer season) and features a prayer (Megaphone to Master); a scripture (Strength Training); a thought-provoking question (Fire Up!); a journaling section (Ready. Ok.), a say it out loud declaration (Give a Shout!) and an action step (Jump Into Acton!), as well as Fit Tips, Fast Stats about cheerleading, and words to actual chants and cheers. Whether done on your...
Posted by Michelle Medlock Adams on 02/26/2019
Fabulous & Focused addresses the issues that business women encounter every day, including communications, relationships, opportunities, integrity, professionalism, and achievement. This devotional is a helpful companion and an inspiring start to every day. Written with humor and insight, the authors share hard learned lessons and provide guidance for the many challenges and opportunities that women face in their career. (Co-authored with Gena Maselli.) ...
Posted by Michelle Medlock Adams on 02/26/2019
Motherhood comes with a bombardment of emotions. Some are positive; others aren’t. Most are overwhelming at times. You’re not alone. People have children every day. Many have only the slightest idea what they’re doing. But they know one thing: they want to do their best. You want to do your best. To provide for your children and love them with everything you have. To not let them down. To not make the same mistakes your mom made, to be the kind of mom your mom was to you, or some combination of the two. The anticipation and possibilities for your child and yourself as...
Posted by Susan Lawrence on 09/24/2018
Love God. Love others. More and More. When we seek God, we know God, because He is love. Over the next 90 days, we’ll unveil love together. We’ll take a journey through Scripture to highlight what God says about love. We’ll explore how we distort it, and we’ll receive God’s encouragement to see love the way God intends. As we seek and yield, we’ll grow in our relationships with God and each other, because as God fills us with His love, we will overflow with it. He provides abundantly. Each day begins with the key Scripture and is followed by...
Posted by Susan Lawrence on 09/24/2018
Be encouraged! You can choose to be healthy, strong and vibrantly alive! Making good, healthy choices isn't always easy. Sometimes you need someone special, a best friend, to help and guide you through the surplus of diet and exercise options and walk with you through the journey. Michelle Medlock Adams is that best friend, wellness coach, and encourager who will walk beside you on your journey to better health and caring for the one and only you. In Love & Care For the One and Only You , you'll find 52 devotions with accompanying Scriptures that are power packed...
Posted by Michelle Medlock Adams on 08/11/2016