Posted by Jenae Alexander on 03/29/2024
Beth, a resilient and faith-driven individual, brings a wealth of experience as a military wife, discipleship mentor, and author. Having traversed a 25-year journey alongside her husband's career in the Air Force, Beth's life transformed through faith and discipleship, leading her to minister to others.Her profound commitment to community and discipleship is evident in the small-group Bible studies she initiated for military couples worldwide. A testament to her unwavering faith, Beth's journey includes a miraculous story of overcoming infertility through adoption and a profound surrender...
Posted by Beth Runkle on 02/16/2024
When you think of a husband deployed into combat, a spouse called to serve God and people, long seasons of loneliness and solo parenting, a Permanent Change of Station, starting new relationships all over again, and a life that seems constantly on the move and perhaps out of control, chances are you immediately think of the life of a military wife. But there’s another life whose journey has many parallels to these things—and that’s the biblical character of Sarah. Join author and longtime military wife Beth Runkle as she dives into the story of Sarah, offering thirty hope-filled...
Posted by Beth Runkle on 02/16/2024
Beth and her husband serve with Cru Military®. Beth served as a military wife herself during her husband’s 25-year career with the Air Force. Beth disciples and conducts Bible studies for female cadets and young military spouses. Having come to faith through Bible study, she has led small groups for military couples and taught Bible study for 23 years. She is also a women’s ministry speaker in various venues. She is completing a Master of Theological Studies at Gateway Seminary and is releasing a book for military wives called Another Move, God? 30 Encouragements to Embrace Your...
Posted by Beth Runkle on 02/16/2024
Nancy Drew meets ancient Rome. Spunky Livia Aemilia is more interested in finding her husband’s missing mentor than hiring fresco painters for their new home remodel. But her husband forbids her to get involved, knowing that she could be in extreme danger. Soon their lack of trust in each other leads them to behave in counterproductive ways that threaten their new marriage and possibly their lives. For readers who enjoy mysteries and historical fiction with a touch of humor, Fountains and Secrets is an engaging tale of identity, purpose, and hope. ...
Posted by Lisa Betz on 02/09/2024
Can I Live With Joy Ever Again? When Patricia Cameron’s husband passed away suddenly at 45, that was her burning question. Life without him seemed utterly impossible. He’d been her rock, inspiration, and one of the crazy ones who lived life to the absolute full, and constantly inspired Patricia and their three sons to do the same. She couldn’t imagine living with joy ever again. Then God stepped in and changed everything. If you’ve dealt with the devastating loss of your spouse, Patricia has powerful news for you. You can move from survival mode to "thrive-al"...
Posted by Patricia Cameron on 02/02/2024
Can I Live With Joy Ever Again? When Patricia Cameron’s husband passed away suddenly at 45, that was her burning question. Life without him seemed utterly impossible. He’d been her rock, inspiration, and one of the crazy ones who lived life to the absolute full, and constantly inspired Patricia and their three sons to do the same. She couldn’t imagine living with joy ever again. Then God stepped in and changed everything. If you’ve dealt with the devastating loss of your spouse, Patricia has powerful news for you. You can move from survival mode to “thrive-al”...
Posted by Patricia Cameron on 02/02/2024
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
Start with inner peace, then build more peaceful relationships and move outward to being a peacemaker through the truths seen in the book. We need peace before we can truly love others and be filled with joy. Each devotional includes a simple peace step on the path to more harmony in life. Karen has faced many challenges with military moves, devastating storms, the loss of her husband to breast cancer, and all the challenges of raising five children. Her stories will bring laughter and tears as well as God's wisdom. ...
Posted by Karen Whiting on 10/12/2023
This is Jennifer’s gripping, firsthand testimony of being a 9/11 widow. It includes this young widow’s questions, doubts, and desperate search for answers in the wake of her husband’s murder. It is the emotionally raw journal of her battle to find footholds of faith amidst sorrow and spiritual darkness. Most of all, it is a joyful confirmation that what the Bible says is true. In these pages you'll discover how to move past loss, in peace, because: God is in controlHe is listeningHe does love you and care for us… even when the earthly evidence suggests otherwise ...
Posted by Jennifer Sands on 09/07/2023
Mom’s Secret Strength is a comprehensive guide to help mothers pray for their children before and after birth. God’s love and your love can shepherd them through every stage in their life, from infancy to adulthood. I have three children of my own, two young adults and one teenager. God has been central to our home and has helped my husband and me in bringing them up, even when life has taken me to a different country to seek a better life for my family. I want to share what has helped me as a mother to maintain my home and introduce our children to God. Together we will...
Posted by Mycel Acquaah-Mensah on 02/28/2023