a collection of faith-filled writings for the broken, weary, and searching. Through Scripture, stories, and heartfelt reflections, discover how Jesus restores what’s lost, heals what’s wounded, and breathes hope into every corner of your soul.

" The Lord is near to those who have a broken heart, And saves such as have a contrite spirit." Psalm 34:18

The heart—yours, mine, and ours—is the wellspring of life. The sacred place where God speaks, where love is planted, where purpose takes shape. When we choose to tend it with care, not hiding, not hardening, but opening it fully to the One who formed it —something holy happens. In surrender,…

Our world is fallen, brittle, dark and difficult to navigate. We wrestle with challenges and attacks on our souls, our families and our communities that can feel like a gut punch and knock the breath and fight out of us. What are we to do? How are we to stand…

It’s a challenge to think of your adult children as anyone other than the babies you carried, nursed and rocked to sleep on this hard…

It is empty to strive to achieve all the things that we believe will give us purpose, status or happiness. Instead of savoring every moment…
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34 But when the Pharisees heard that He had silenced the Sadducees, they gathered together. 35 Then one of them, a lawyer, asked Him a question, testing Him, and saying, 36 “Teacher, which is the…
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If I asked you the question, “What is worship?”, what would your answer be? Go ahead, think about it….would it be singing? Dancing? Praying? Meditation?…

Hi, I’m Crisie — the heart and voice behind this blog! I’m passionate about Jesus and family, and I’ve experienced deep healing through His love, mercy, and the truth of His Word. It’s my joy and calling to pour out that same love and truth here, hoping it touches your heart and leads you toward the wholeness your soul was created for.


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