In September, we taught a lesson in Kids Worship on Deep Roots. Trees whose roots run deep can withstand the highest winds and toughest storms. In life, the truth of God’s word must be the roots that run deep into our hearts, souls, and minds. When we know that we know that we know.. God… Continue reading Lesson 7: Deep Roots are Needed

As I journeyed through the crazy summer of 2017 (moving, graduations, babies, weddings, work, speaking) I discovered one thing that kept my eyes on Jesus. Music! If you haven’t listened to the lyrics of “I Have this Hope” please do! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eBg9jHQtE44 When you are struggling, crank up the tunes that remind you of God’s love… Continue reading Lesson 6: Music Helps

I was about to leave a meeting when a pastor at our church stopped me, “How’s Tori doing?” “Good,” I replied. “I’ve really been praying for you all,” he said. We chatted about the situation and how things were going when he said something so profound. “Will you tell Tori something for me?” “Sure.” “God… Continue reading Lesson 5: God Gives Life

During the summer, we began the hurried steps of making wedding arrangements. To help with finances, I spoke at as many conferences as I could. Still not telling anyone but my best friend, a few people, and family, I was traveling all over the state teaching women. I never once mentioned it. I was wrestling… Continue reading Lesson 4: Finally It’s a Good Thing

After sharing the news with the pastors that day around the table, one of the pastors in the room offered me the greatest advice ever. Through tears of his own, sharing one of his deep hurts, he said, “Stephanie, you don’t have to tell anybody you don’t want to tell.” I was totally shocked! I… Continue reading Lesson 3: Best Advice Ever