Revisiting the 2017 Christmas story of a single mom trying to rebuild her life after divorce. Another story from Christmas past, one I hope you enjoy, friends. Stay tuned for more…and this year’s story! A Gingerbread House: Under Renovation The last thing I wanted to do after work was stand in a long line at the …
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“A Broken Christmas Bulb”
Revisiting the 2016 Christmas story of a mom struggling with loss and brokenness. It's that time of year, friends! Before I reveal this year's Christmas story, I thought I'd go back to revisit a few others I've written. Enjoy! And stay tuned for more...and this year's story! A Broken Christmas Bulb After my husband Ted …
Get Back Up
Don't let the enemy steal your joy, friends. Especially this time of year. He's going to try. You know this. If Satan can't discourage you from following Christ, then he's going to distract you with worldly things. And when those attempts don't work, he'll attack through people you love, even twisting what you enjoy. Before …
When Christmas Hurts
If you're struggling with tragedy or loss during this time of year when most seem joyful, I pray this older post brings you comfort and reminds you of the hope that is yours. https://joeyrudder.com/2021/12/23/when-christmas-hurts/?page_id=757
God First
Oh, my friends. Change can be hard, and God's pruning touch can be painful. But when we keep Him first, we will not only endure but thrive. This older post of mine is helping me today as the Lord prunes things from my life. I pray it helps you too, whatever situation you're facing. Keep …
When God is Silent
Sometimes you're met with silence when you go to God.You wonder if you're praying wrong or if God is mad at you. You may even begin to doubt that He cares or, worse, that He even exists.Oh, dear soul, don't entertain those lies from the enemy or let them torment you in those moments of …
The Only One
What if you were the only one available to take an elderly neighbor to her doctor's appointment?What if you were the only one who noticed a child running in the parking lot, headed straight for a car backing out of a spot?What if you were the only one who knew how a single mom struggled …
A Dangerous Christian
What would you think if you were on an airplane, only to hear over the speaker that your pilot hopes you enjoyed the flight, BUT he just wanted you to know he’s not sure how to land? You see, he never learned how. Or what if you’re in a waiting room while your spouse or …
Turning the Lens Around
It's no secret we're living in the end times, and things are getting dark. Take a minute to read what Paul wrote to Timothy: "But mark this: There will be terrible times in the last days. People will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boastful, proud, abusive, disobedient to their parents, ungrateful, unholy, without …
God Is a Jealous God
When you're consumed with social media and dive into that foreign land searching for your worth or the approval of others... When you become obsessed with pleasing others, your spouse, children, or even your church... When you allow the world to steer your course and you get in line to fill your plate with a …
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