The Choice of a Lifetime

It was the scariest vision of my life. But the choice I made that night set me on course for eternity.

Faith, BlogJessica BrodieJuly 31, 2023Author Jessica Brodiechoosing to follow jesus, choosing god over culture, lukewarn christianity, lukewarm christian, team God, revelation 3:16 Comments

Sanctuary: A place of refuge or safety

What does it mean to seek—and find—sanctuary in this fallen world? In this week’s reflection, guest blogger Lois Kennis, debut author of the new release Rise On Eagle’s Wings, shares about refuge and safety, themes both in the book and in her own life.

Faith, BlogJessica BrodieJuly 24, 2023Author Jessica Brodiedomestic abuse, teen pregnancy, Christian fiction, inspirational fiction, sanctuary, refuge in Jesus Comments

Who Am I, Really?

A debilitating migraine and heat exhaustion on my mission trip had leveled me. Who am I if I’m not a hard worker? Who am I, really?

Faith, BlogJessica BrodieJuly 17, 2023Author Jessica Brodieidentity, identity in jesus, Philippians 4:13, hard worker, mission trip, salkehatchie Comments

Handling Conflict like Jesus Would

If Jesus were in my shoes, how would he handle this disagreement? How did he resolve disputes?

Jessica BrodieJuly 3, 2023Author Jessica Brodieconflict, handling conflict, how did jesus mediate, arguments Comments

Finding God in the Depths

What do you do when you can’t find shallow ground, when you’re surrounded by deep water and there’s nothing you can do but scramble to stay afloat… or surrender?

Faith, BlogJessica BrodieJune 26, 2023Author Jessica Brodiesurrender, times of struggle, where is god when you are in pain, philippians 4:13 Comments

No Longer Unworthy

Deep down, I suspected if I didn’t give my all and be my best, I wouldn’t have any value. But I’ve realized in God’s eyes, there’s nothing I can “do” to be worthy. I am worthy because of God’s love.

Faith, BlogJessica BrodieJune 19, 2023Author Jessica Brodieidentity in Jesus, worthy in Jesus, people pleaser, low self esteem, enneagram 3, Colossians 3:23 Comments

Loving the Work-in-Progress

Sometimes, it’s important to be uncomfortable. Sometimes, discomfort is where we learn the most.

Faith, BlogJessica BrodieJune 5, 2023Author Jessica Brodiework in progress, disorganized, when things are not perfect, isaiah 64:8 Comments

Do I Really Have To Know Why?

As a lifelong questioner and curious sort, there's one thing I know I don't need to question: God. I don’t have to know why—I don’t have to know anything. I only have to trust in the Lord.