The Moment That Changed My Life Forever

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

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.

Stillness in the Storm

A person in a yellow rain coat facing a menacing storm

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

The Best Part of My Day

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

How to Draw Near to God Through Writing

An open Bible with a pair of glasses laid on top, and an open notebook and a pen, all on a white quilt ready for someone 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.

Retired From Resolutions

A calendar and notebook for the new year to plan new year's resolutions on January 1st

A shift in perspective helped me to let go of control and embrace God’s plan for my life instead of obsessing over New Year’s resolutions.

Scattered Seeds

dandelion seeds blowing in the wind

Do you ever wonder if your efforts matter? God’s Word offers encouragement for us in the plodding and sometimes wearying work of everyday faithfulness.