Instead, I watched a moment unfold two hours away—at my granddaughter Olivia’s house—when her mama, Crystal, captured a video of Livie discovering their tree and shared it in our family group chat.

The moment she spotted it, her whole body leaned forward with wonder.
Wide eyes. Open mouth. Slow, deliberate steps toward the glowing branches as if the tree itself was calling her name.

And then, of course…

The reach.

Crystal told her gently, “You can look, but don’t touch.”

That’s all it took for a tiny storm to roll across her sweet face.
A deep grunt.
A frustrated squeal.
A little foot stomp.

She toddled away for a moment—just long enough to pretend she was done—then circled right back again.

Her eyes lifted to the sparkle. Her fingers twitched.
And the cycle began again: desire → resistance → tiny rebellion → gentle reminder.

When she finally grabbed an ornament, Crystal immediately walked with her—hand over hand—back to the tree to return it.

It wasn’t punishment.
It was guidance.
It was patience.
It was teaching.

Something about that moment caused me to pause and ponder. Because watching her, I didn’t see just a toddler learning boundaries.

I saw myself.
And like Eve in the Garden, I saw every one of us who feels drawn toward things that glitter beautifully… yet lead us away from God’s heart.

Lesson 1: The Forbidden Thing Always Looks the Shiniest

It’s remarkable how many toys Olivia has.
How many safe, fun, perfectly allowed things she can hold and enjoy.

But the one thing she couldn’t have suddenly became the thing she had to have.

Somewhere deep in that tiny heart, the sin nature was already whispering the same lie Eve heard in Eden:

“This one thing is what will satisfy you.”

The longer Livie stared at the tree, the stronger the pull became.

Isn’t that true for us?

The more attention we give to temptation — the more we justify it, circle around it, admire it, imagine it — the louder it sings.

We rarely fall all at once.
We fall one lingering glance at a time.

Lesson 2: God’s Boundaries Flow from Love, Not Cruelty

There was such tenderness in how Crystal handled the moment.
She didn’t yell.
She didn’t shame.
She didn’t swat her hand.

She simply stayed close, consistent, and kind.

“Look but don’t touch.”

When Livie grabbed an ornament anyway, Crystal walked with her to gently put it back.

In that simple scene, I got a fresh glimpse of God’s Father-heart.

We often imagine His “no” as harsh—limiting, frustrating, even confusing.
But His boundaries are protection, not punishment.

They are the guardrails of love.

That tree was meant to be beautiful.
To bring joy.
To celebrate Jesus’ birth.

The boundary wasn’t about withholding good—it was about safeguarding it.

And God does the same with us.

Lesson 3: We Cannot Resist Temptation Alone

My granddaughter didn’t have the strength to resist the tree.
She’s only one year old.
The desire was bigger than her willpower.

In that moment, I sensed the Lord whisper to my heart:

“You’re no different, Jenny—except you have My Spirit helping you.”

We can’t resist on our own.
We weren’t meant to.

Just like Olivia needed her mama’s presence, consistency, and hand-over-hand guidance, we need our Father’s.

We need His Spirit nudging us away from danger.
We need His truth drawing us back from what glitters but cannot satisfy.
We need His mercy when we circle back again… and again… and again.

A Question for Your Heart This Christmas

As we enter this season with all its sparkle and noise, I find myself asking:

“What’s my Christmas tree?”

What is that one thing that keeps pulling my attention—tempting me to reach for it, even though it isn’t God’s best for me?

Maybe it’s comparison.
Maybe it’s control.
Maybe it’s worry, people-pleasing, resentment, or overwork.

Maybe it’s something no one else would ever guess.

But here’s the invitation:

Don’t just stare at it.
Don’t circle it over and over.
Don’t try to fight it alone.

Turn toward the One who loves you enough to set boundaries.
Turn toward the One who stays close, consistent, and kind.
Turn toward the One who guides your hands back to where they belong.

He isn’t withholding good from you.
He is protecting the good in you.

This moment with Olivia reminded me of how often God uses family milestones to teach me. Back in April 2023, after Caleb and Crystal’s wedding, I shared a post called Lessons From Our Son’s Wedding — a glimpse into the things God was shaping in my heart during that season. And now, as a Grammie, He’s still teaching me—through tiny hands, bright eyes, and moments just like this.

👉 Read that earlier reflection here:
https://jennyleavitt.com/2023/05/lessons-from-our-sons-wedding/

A Prayer for the Season

Father, thank You for loving me enough to say “no” when my heart reaches for what cannot hold me.
Teach me to trust Your boundaries, to listen for Your gentle guidance, and to turn toward You instead of circling the things that glitter.
Help me recognize temptation quickly and give me the strength to walk away—not in my own power, but in Yours.
Protect my heart this Christmas season, and keep my eyes fixed on what is truly good.
Amen.

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Grief can leave us feeling lost, overwhelmed, and isolated. Whether it’s the loss of a loved one, the breakdown of a relationship, or another painful moment, finding comfort during these times can feel impossible. But the Bible—filled with God’s unchanging promises—offers profound hope and healing to all who are hurting.

In our newest GodPrints YouTube video, Hope and Healing in Scripture (watch it here), we explore life-giving verses that speak directly to the grieving heart. Let these passages remind you of God’s closeness, His promise of comfort, and the strength He provides to carry you through even the darkest valleys

Key Bible Verses for Hope and Healing

1. Psalms 34:18 – God is Near to the Brokenhearted

“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”

When grief weighs us down, God’s word assures us that He is close. He doesn’t watch from afar—He meets us in our sorrow. This verse is a reminder that you are not alone. God draws near, offering His presence as a sanctuary for your broken spirit.

2. Matthew 5:4 – The Promise of Comfort

“Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.”

Jesus’ words invite us to embrace our grief rather than push it away. Mourning is sacred, and God promises divine comfort that reaches beyond human understanding. If you’re grieving today, trust that God’s love is surrounding you, ready to bring peace to your pain.

3. Isaiah 41:10 – Strength When You Feel Weak

“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”

In seasons of grief, weakness can feel overwhelming. This verse serves as a powerful reminder: God is your strength. He lifts you up when you feel like you can’t go on. Lean on Him, knowing that He will uphold you with His unfailing love.

4. Revelations 21:4 – A Future Free from Pain

“He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.”

Grief is a part of this life, but it is not the end of the story. This verse paints a beautiful picture of eternal hope: a future where God Himself will wipe away every tear. Let this promise fill you with hope, knowing that one day sorrow will be replaced with joy.

5. Psalms 147:3 – God Heals Our Wounds

“He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.”

Healing is often a journey—one that God walks with us step by step. He sees your wounds, acknowledges your pain, and actively works to bring restoration. Trust in His gentle, loving care as He binds up your broken heart.

Finding Comfort in Scripture and Community

The Bible is a powerful tool for healing, offering timeless promises of God’s comfort, strength, and hope. When grief feels too heavy to bear, turn to these verses as a lifeline. Write them down, reflect on them, and allow God’s word to speak peace into your heart.

For more encouragement and insights, watch the newest GodPrints video on YouTube: Hope and Healing in Scripture. Let it be a source of hope as you navigate your grief with God’s unwavering presence by your side.

Take the Next Step: Discover Hope and Healing

If you’re looking for deeper support and practical tools for grief recovery, explore our resources at Resilient Christian Grief Recovery Courses. You’ll find faith-based guidance to help you process your grief while holding onto the hope of Christ.

Don’t walk this road alone. Let God’s word and His promises lead you toward healing and renewed strength.

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Dealing with the loss of a child is one of the most heartbreaking experiences a parent can face. The question of whether their child is in heaven can be a source of immense pain and uncertainty. In this article, I want to share two personal stories and reflections that offer hope and comfort to grieving parents seeking answers.

Personal Stories of Faith

Story 1: A Mother’s Discovery

In the midst of grief and anguish following the loss of our 17-year-old son Jacob, I found a profound message of hope. In an unexpected moment, I stumbled upon a poem written by Jacob, expressing his struggles, his faith, and his ultimate surrender to God. This discovery brought me a sense of peace and reassurance that God had been working in Jacob’s life, even in ways I’d never known. (Click here to read Jacob’s poem)

Story 2: Divine Intervention in Unexpected Ways

A few years after losing Jacob, I encountered a fellow mother who had lost her son in a similar tragedy. As I grappled with how to address the question of her friend’s son being in heaven, a remarkable revelation unfolded. It turned out that the captain of a boat where her friend’s son had worked had led him to accept Christ and baptized him the summer before his passing. This story illustrates how God’s love and grace can reach individuals, even in the most unexpected and miraculous circumstances.

The God Factor: Unseen Workings of Divine Love

These stories serve as powerful reminders that God’s love for our children surpasses our own. Even when we are filled with doubt and grief, we can trust that God is at work behind the scenes, orchestrating events to bring comfort and assurance to those who are hurting. I encourage you to hold onto the truth that God’s love for our children is steadfast and unwavering.

Faith in Uncertainty: Trusting God’s Heart

In moments of profound loss and questioning, my experiences serve as a reminder that God’s love surpasses all understanding. His heart for our children is good, and He actively seeks their salvation and redemption. Even when we cannot see the hand of God at work, we can trust in His goodness and His promise to work all things for the good of those who love Him.

Embracing Faith and Healing Through God’s Presence

Recognizing Divine Moments in Our Lives

As I share my journey of faith and healing, I invite you, dear reader, to look for the subtle yet powerful ways in which God’s hand is at work in your life. By recognizing these moments of divine intervention and grace, you can find strength and peace in the midst of grief, knowing that God’s love is ever-present and unwavering. A friend of mine recently called it, The Divine Safety Net. Meaning, our God will go above and beyond anything we can imagine reaching our loved ones before they meet him face to face. We can trust His good heart in this.

Journey to Hope and Healing

Grieving parents, I want to encourage you to hold onto the truth that God’s love for our children endures, transcending earthly circumstances. I also want to extend a hand of support to those seeking solace and answers amid profound loss. If you need guidance, comfort, or connection, please to reach out to me at jenny@jennyleavitt.com or any of my social media sites. We desire to be a beacon of hope for you on the path toward healing.

Navigating the question of whether a child is in heaven can be a deeply emotional and challenging experience for grieving parents. Through personal stories, reflections, and a steadfast belief in God’s love, it is possible to find hope and healing during profound loss. As we continue our journey of faith and healing, may we hold onto the truth that God’s presence and grace are ever-present, offering comfort and assurance in our darkest moments.

Recommendations:

I delve deeper into this question and elaborate more on the personal stories shared here on our GodPrints YouTube channel:

Part One

Part Two

This is an interview where I discuss this in more detail.

This is Jacob’s handwritten poem.

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I pray this song takes you into a great weekend, friends!

“Natalie Grant – You Will Be Found feat. Cory Asbury (Official Lyric Video)” on YouTube

https://youtu.be/eHC7P4YJ9KY 

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Just wanted to share an encouraging and hope-filled verse for you to ponder today:

God is good, a hiding place in tough times. He recognizes and welcomes anyone looking for help. No matter how desperate the trouble.

Nahum 1:7-10 MSG

He’s with us on this journey, my friend,

Jenny

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Forward-Looking Excitement

The noise makers are put away and the confetti’s swept up. Your friends share wide-eyed, strategies for the new year. Their plans may include tackling their new year’s resolutions … choosing springtime vacation destinations … or just charting out a new vegetable garden. You watch as all this forward-looking excitement swirls around you, yet all you can do is hope for enough strength to get through the next few hours without crying. You can’t see anything good looking forward. Your goal: go to bed and somehow find the strength to get up the next day.

How can I embrace a new year when the last one left my world in shambles?

I understand what it feels like to have your legs cut out from under you. In God’s Best During Your Worst, I share how doctors found a fist-size tumor on my brain and told me I could soon die. They said, “if you have anything you want to do, anyplace you want to go to, or anyone you need to see, you have ten days to do it in.” I’m no stranger to the power that heartache and tragedy can hold over a person. Seeking God’s presence was one of the hardest parts of those ten days. Did He see me? Did He care?

Did God really love me after all?

As you start the new year, do you wonder if God loves you? I’ve heard all the questions. Here are two popular ones:

How could a good God let this happen?

Haven’t I been faithful, yet I am saddled with “this”?

I can tell you, dear friend, that God truly does love you.

John 3:16 tells us, … God so loved the world He gave His only son … He had to turn His back against His own Son when Jesus took on all the sins of the world.

I think our Heavenly Father knows pain and hurts when we feel it.

Time Test Challenge

Do you want a slice of practicality? Depression over life’s tragedy can keep you in bed—all day every day. If that’s where you are right now, I am not judging you. I understand you. But I challenge you to do a Time Test with God. It’s pretty easy, even when dealing with thoughts too dark to mention. It consists of a prayer and a bit of action on your part. The prayer goes something like this:

Father, Your Word tells me you will never leave me nor forsake me, but I feel very alone. (Name the issue of your fear. Are you angry? Disappointed? Suicidal? Be truly honest. God knows, but He needs you to tell Him exactly what you’re feeling and why you’re feeling it.) Father, I’m going to set a timer for fifteen minutes and trust that You will keep me safe for that period of time. I surrender everything to You right now and trust You are in control. Amen.

When the buzzer sounds and the fifteen minutes are over, smile . . . you made it! Now, set the timer again. Do it for another fifteen minutes. Here’s your next prayer:

Father, I’ve set a timer for fifteen minutes again. You blessed me with life through the previous block of time, please help me with the next block. I can’t do this without You. I surrender my pain and situation to You. Thank You for staying close. Amen.

Do this again and again—do it all day. Change your fifteen minutes to thirty. You can do this! God will meet you. He will prove to be faithful. He loves brokenhearted people—and right now, dear one, that is you.

Tell God How You Feel

While you’re in your dark place, know that God’s waiting for you. I found it helpful to embrace my pain to the fullest. You may want to try that. Give in to all your feelings for a few minutes. Scream at God. Shake your fist. Communicate with words you may feel are not appropriate when talking to the creator of the universe.

Does that sound irreverent to you? Honestly, if you already feel those feelings and think those thoughts, know that God already sees how you feel and think. But by sharing how you feel—out loud—you’re honoring God with your honesty. And you’re being honest with yourself. God wants the intimacy with us that comes from that depth of honesty. When you’re finished with your rant, seek God’s love. He promises it will be there, waiting.

We read in Jeremiah 29:13, “You will seek Me and find Me when you search for Me with your heart.”

Get Ready to Write This Down

If you highlight lines in books to help you remember . . . if you want to pull out a nugget to put on an index card and tape it to your bathroom mirror or clip it to your car’s sun visor . . . if you want a phrase to repeat before you go to bed, it’s this:

Until we embrace the fact that only God is in control of our lives and not us, our faith will always falter. When we start to trust and surrender to God’s plan—when we’re ready to do a swan dive into the lap of Jesus and embrace what waits for us—our hearts will begin to heal.

Jesus is in the business of healing broken and hurting people. You are in great company when you think of all the people—contemporaries as well as historical figures—who have faced tragedy. While that truth in itself does not bring comfort, learning how others fought their way out of darkness to find light again.

As this new year begins, stop and thank God for the breath in your lungs. He designed you to survive—and more. He designed you to thrive. You may be in one of the darkest times you’ve countered. I know how those times look.

And so does your heavenly father.

Healing can happen. But that depends on you … and your willingness to seek God’s hand.

Be grateful in everything–even the bumpy rides … is Robin Luftig’s (Central Pennsylvania) mantra while either writing or speaking to audiences on healing after tragedy. The central theme to all her messages—grace is available for everyone.

She’s an award-winning author and columnist. Her non-fiction book God’s Best During Your Worst was the 2020 Golden Scroll winner and 2021 Blue Ridge Mountain Christian Writers Conference Director’s Choice winner in Nonfiction. Her first novel, Ladies of the Fire took the world by storm and was nominated for the 2021 Selah Award in the First Novel category. Her second book of the Ladies series, Ladies Uncover a Secret, was recently released and she’s currently working on the third story, Ladies on a Mission.

Luftig is a nationally sought speaker and shares stories of God’s mercy and grace at women’s retreats and conferences. She is a leader in Word Weavers International, a member of American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW), and Advanced Writers and Speakers Association (AWSA). She hails from the Harrisburg, Pennsylvania area … but was born, raised, and lived most of her life in the Buckeye State of Ohio.

She is a wife, mother, and grandmother … plus hooked on chocolate and the Netflix series, “Sweet Magnolias.”

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How do you go on? How do you process that and keep living? How do you still have faith?

These are questions I’m often asked and there’s no way to answer in just one short post. But I will say that the biggest thing for me is re-centering myself on what I know to be the truths found in God’s word, for they are the only stable foundation that is never swayed by feelings or the storms of life whirling around us.

In honor of Jacob’s “Heaven Day” (the day he left this life behind and began his new life in Heaven), I am sharing an email I sent to a grieving mom several years back. She lives thousands of miles away and we’ve never physically met. But through our mutual love for Jesus and our worldwide church fellowship, we’ve become friends as we have both, unfortunately, experienced the deep, cutting loss of a son.

When I wrote these words, it was for her but God used them to help me re-set the anchor in my own soul as well. These truths were tested in deep valleys of grief and yet were found to be more trustworthy than any emotion I have ever felt in those dark times.

I share this today hoping it will encourage you as well.

Email From: Jenny Leavitt

Subject: one grieving mom to another

To: [my friend]

My name is Jenny Leavitt and my husband Myron and I have been a part of the Christian Fellowship Ministries since 1992 and have been born again since 1991… Our family met the Martinez family after our two sons were in a horrible car accident on August 30, 2015, and our 17-year-old son Jacob went to be with Jesus. Our 20-year-old Caleb almost did not make it but by God’s grace and mercy he survived and is physically recovered… Our families have become very close since then as it is truly an amazing gift to have someone who has lost a child to talk to. They understand!

I just wanted to let you know I understand, too. I know the searing pain and agony of loss. I know the intense pain, like a part of you, has been cut off and your heart stabbed through. I know the dark times of grief. Even though it’s been almost 2 years for us- which is so hard to believe…two years! – the grief still comes in waves…

I used to tell people, before the accident, that my favorite verse was Jeremiah 29:11, “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”

But after the accident, I started to see all of the ways that God had prepared us even before the accident and how He had walked with us, every step of the way since the accident and now I add the next few verses to my favorites:

“Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart. I will be found by you,” declares the Lord, “and will bring you back from captivity. I will gather you from all the nations and places where I have banished you,” declares the Lord, “and will bring you back to the place from which I carried you into exile.” (verses 12-14)

When I have sought Him, really sought Him with all of my heart, mind, soul, and strength, He has faithfully shown me how He was there. He has never left me nor our family. He knew the end from the beginning and not only made sure Jacob was ready, he met him on that roadway. He prepared us with conversations we didn’t remember until His gracious Holy Spirit reminded us after the accident. He was there on that long, dark night in the hospital with Caleb, praying he would pull through.

He was there as we lowered Jacob’s mortal body in the ground at the cemetery while our other son was in the trauma ICU unit fighting for life.

He was there in the sleepless night, the long walks I took, crying out to the Lord for relief!

He was there in the talks I was so blessed to have as my sons were growing up- about a relationship with God, about Heaven, about the 7-year-old girl in our church who died of brain cancer just two months before the accident. He was there in the precious moments. Conversations preparing us for the future we didn’t know was coming.

He was there in the shadows of the valley of death, walking it with us. Bringing hope in the midst of deep despair.

He was there as we went through months of surgeries, therapy, wheelchairs, walkers, and canes with Caleb.

He was there, lovingly leading us. Bringing strength where we had none.

He was there, providing all of our physical needs so we could concentrate on healing.

He has been so faithful.

My hearts’ prayer and cry for you and your family is that you will feel Him in the quiet. In the despair. In the hurt, anger, confusion. In all the areas of this grief, you will know Him so much better than ever before and see His hand right amid tragedy. For He is there. He is walking this painful road right there with you. Sometimes carrying you if needed.

That when you look back on this season, you can see that every valley, every low, through it all you can see Him. Holding you, whispering to your heart that you’re not alone. Every moment, He was there. Working it all for good because you love Him. Never leaving nor forsaking you or your loved ones.

Carrying you; being your Rock in the storm- when the waves of grief come- holding you up.

That’s my prayer for you today. Please know that I will continue to pray for you and your family…

Your sister in Christ,

Jenny Leavitt

Even after all this time, these words still resonate with me.

I’d love to know if they helped you, if they raised questions you’d like to ask, or anything else you’d like to share. We’re on this journey together, friends!

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As I sat there listening to the podcast, I remembered a night long ago. I was a junior in high school and had only been a Christian for a year. I’d been wrestling with God over my future and finally decided to lay down all of my plans for my future, my aspirations, and everything that I wanted at the feet of Jesus.

The little church I’d been attending showed a movie that night about missionaries and it challenged me in a way nothing else had. It was as if God spoke directly to my heart and said, “What about you? What will you do with your life? Your will? or Mine? It’s your choice.”

At the close of the service, when our Pastor opened the altar area for prayer, I went down on my knees, weeping, and crying out to God. I told Him, “Alright. I quit fighting You. I will do Your will. No matter what. If You can use me, use me, Lord.”

The service closed and I went to the dark, quiet nursery where my good friend, and pastor’s wife, Bridget, came in to find me wiping the tears from my face.. She immediately asked me what was wrong and  I told her, “I think that God is telling me that He doesn’t want me to go to college, but that He’s called me to be a pastor’s wife.”

She said, “Oh, that’s great, Jen!”

I said, “No, you don’t understand Bridget. I see what you go through and I don’t want to go through that.”

I realize now that it was more than that.

I was very insecure back then and I remember thinking, “Who am I? I’m just a teenage girl who loves Jesus.”

But what Bridget told me at that moment has been a reference point for me over the years ever since then. I can’t count how many times I’ve looked back on these words and drawn comfort from them.  She told me, “God never calls you to something that He won’t prepare you for, Jen.”

I never realized–honestly didn’t even stop to consider–just how that preparation would come.

Or how great the personal cost would be.

If I had, I’m sure I’d have turned and run, shouting, “No way, God!”

But looking back now?

Now  I can see how God sometimes allows us to go on detours in life for a reason. Some detours, we may not understand this side of eternity; others we might be able to grasp some of their meaning in this lifetime. Maybe we needed to mature, prepare, or correct some character faults. I certainly have some examples of all of those in my life.

Times my own choices have changed the course of my life.  When my own insecurities and character issues have deviated me from God’s plan for me.

But there have also been times when external forces, or even hell, have assaulted my destiny. I’ve had my fair share of those:

• Raised with an alcoholic parent

• Battling stage four cancer and walking through health scare after health scare since being cleared in 1998
• Experiencing financial ruin as a result of a devastating injury my husband, Myron, sustained at work
• And the ultimate detour…losing our precious son Jacob to a drunk driver in 2015

All of those were deviations from the straight linear path that I had planned for my life when I was younger.

What do you do when cancer knocks on your door?

When you’re so broke that you become homeless?

When the tension in your marriage is so thick, you’re afraid it just might snap?

How do you cope when you’re staring at your seventeen-year-old son’s casket?

Is there any hope? Are there any answers to those deep questions? Any salve to heal those inner wounds that no one can see?

Yes, the decision I made that night at church has been tested to the limit. My faith, and everything I thought I believed, has been tried to the very core. There have been many times when I’ve had to decide for myself if God is still good–even when life is not.

Yet, even in all those times of testing, when I invited Jesus in, He was able to teach me things from those experiences and help me to mature in ways I didn’t realize I needed to.

I wish I could say that I’ve always held tightly to those convictions and that the storms of life never knocked me off balance, but that wouldn’t be true. And I’m committed to being honest with you here because we’re all on this journey together. And I’m confident that together we can discover hope, healing, and answers for all the detours that life throws our way.

Because anyway you look at it, it takes tremendous, bold faith to believe God for a miracle. And it takes just the same amount of faith to believe God is still good when the miracle doesn’t come or when God doesn’t respond the way that we think He should.

He’s still God. my friend.

And that’s still great.

Even when life is not.

Now, what about you my friend? Others have helped us on this journey and I’d love to get to know you and learn how I can help you. What’s the biggest problem you’re facing right now? Is there anything about me that you’d love to know? How can I be praying for you? Is there anything that you’ve ever struggled with– maybe some detours in life that have become stumbling blocks in your faith?

I’d love for you to send me an email or comment below. If I don’t know the answer, I’ll do my best to help you find it.

Hope can bloom again.

Even when life looks dead.

On this journey with you,

Jenny

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