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
In a world where anxiety has reached unprecedented levels, The Air That I Breathe addresses many struggles and offers a path toward relief and healing. If anxiety has its grip on you and you're searching for solutions, this guide is here to lend a helping hand. Author, speaker, and award-winning podcaster Jodi Howe knows this battle intimately as she has grappled with and mastered anxiety and panic disorder. Jodi's personal growth, unwavering resilience, and empowerment through her faith led her to a place of profound reliance on Jesus. Inside these pages, Jodi extends her...
Posted by Jodi Howe on 02/13/2024
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
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. They find it hard to ask for and receive help for their own hearts. Responsive Heart: Care for Your...
Posted by Laronda Alexander on 08/23/2023
Have you ever found yourself thrust into a caregiving role unexpectedly? In this video, Nancy talks about her experiences as the anxious caregiver, and how to turn that anxiety over to the Faithful God. ...
Posted by Nancy Poland on 08/11/2023
Have you ever suffered with depression, sadness, or the feeling that you just can't seem to get it together? Do you wonder if you could ever view your deepest wounds in a different light? Through candid storytelling, biblical truth, honest lament, and unexpected humor, The Radiant Midnight is a bold refusal to simplify the experience of suffering by moving too quickly to try to relieve it. With questions to guide you and practical suggestions to lead you through dark moments, this book takes you on a journey of surrender, suffering, rest, and restoration as it encourages...
Posted by Melissa Maimone on 03/21/2023
Evelyn Leite, MHR, LPC, is a survivor of abuse, anxiety and depression who is now 41 years sober with 28 years of experience in the addiction and mental health fields. During this interview with host, Marnie Swedberg, she shares openly and with purpose about: Living through depression, brain fog and confusionHow surrendering to God’s love changes everythingWhy wounded women compartmentalize (and how to help them ??become whole??)Helping women see they are OK (that the "stuff" simply is not theirs)The soul-destroying habit of self-blame and how to help your women finally...
Posted by Evelyn Leite on 11/02/2022
Just Fine, Thank You. (Book 1) Evelyn Leite’s true story of growing up in a turbulent family during the 40s and 50s captivates us with feelings like confusion, despair, sorrow and fear, plus unexplainable hope and optimism. Amidst loving her daddy, feeling anxious, yet enjoying big-family gatherings, Leite’s life from age five included neglect, a pedophiliac hired man, mind rape and more. Dance Like There's No Tomorrow (Book 2) Evelyn’s story continues near a cowboy town where she is exposed to multitudes of buff construction workers, fueled with the exuberance...
Posted by Evelyn Leite on 09/26/2022