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The Moment That Changed My Life Forever (Jana Carlson's Testimony) symbolized by a 1970s basement with brown wood panelled walls, brown carpet, and brown furnishings

The Moment That Changed My Life Forever

I grew up in church, read my Bible, and tried to live a godly life—but something was missing. It wasn’t until years later, through heartbreak and hardship, that I discovered the joy of truly knowing God. This is my story of how the gospel transformed my faith from routine to relationship, from discontented duty to delight.

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Stillness in the Storm

Psalm 46:10 says, “Be still…”—but how? How can we experience peace amid uncontrollable circumstances and stillness in the storm?

Writing is hard work

Writing is Beyond Me

How can we write for God’s glory when it’s so hard that we feel like giving up? Here are a few practical tips from my own experience.

What's Your Writing Realm?

What’s Your Writing Realm?

When we recognize the boundaries of the realm within which God calls us to write, we enjoy purpose, provision, and pleasure in our work.

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The Best Part of My Day

Follow me through my normal morning routine, including how I delight in God’s Word through Bible reading, meditation, and prayer.

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How to Draw Near to God Through Writing

How do we draw near to Someone we can’t physically see, hear, or feel? The Bible describes The Way, and our unique design means it looks different for each of us. Here’s how I draw near to God through writing.