The Most Powerful Way to Pray Gwen Smith July 31, 2018Blog 1 Comment Several years ago, I was on my way home from running errands. As I approached our neighborhood, my cell phone rang. “Hi, Mom. It’s Kennedy. Where are you?” Read More…
I’m Needy When It Comes to Love Gwen Smith July 24, 2018Blog 4 Comments My mom tells a story that when I was a toddler, I used to push my older brother and sister off my dad’s lap so I could cuddle with him all by myself. Read More…
Always Remember This One Truth Gwen Smith July 17, 2018Blog 25 Comments Each day brings fresh possibilities and opportunities for us to trust God. As I think of what lies ahead today I’m reminded of a trust lesson God taught me long ago… Our arms were braided across each other’s and our hands were locked tightly. Read More…
Why Your Redemption Story Isn’t Yours Gwen Smith July 10, 2018abortion, Blog, Broken into Beautiful, Confession, Holy Spirit 72 Comments There is a feature on my cell phone that allows me to decline an incoming call. There are a thousand reasons why I might choose to hit the “decline” button when my phone rings. Read More…
Who Defines Your Worth? Gwen Smith July 3, 2018Beauty, Blog, Devotions, Holiness, Trusting God, Value, Worth 43 Comments Years ago, I bought my daughter a really cute jacket at the mall. It was a hoodie made of a cuddly fabric with cream, Read More…
The Power of Quiet Gwen Smith June 26, 2018Blog, Christian Living, Devotions, Prayer, Worship 46 Comments There are times when laundry takes over my house. Piles build up, though I try to stay on top of them. Many of the clothes are clean and even folded, Read More…
I Want To Hold Your Hand Gwen Smith June 19, 2018Blog, Christian Living, Holiness, Humility 55 Comments When our kids were little my husband Brad and I used to hold their hands a lot. Sometimes it was to protect them from danger, Read More…
I Wanted Her To Be Fine Gwen Smith June 12, 2018Blog, Grief, Sorrow, Trusting God 36 Comments I wanted to hurl my screaming alarm clock into an abyss. The warmth of my cozy covers and the safety of sleep beckoned my heart to stay, Read More…
At Times the Journey Is Exhausting Gwen Smith June 5, 2018Blog, Uncategorized 17 Comments I’ve been through hard times. I’ve asked the question why on many occasions. I’ve begrudgingly said goodbye to family and friends in order to say hello to strangers and scary new places. Read More…