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Battling Worry by Claire Shackleford
Military mom Claire Shackleford has worked hard to not allow herself to be overwhelmed with fear and worry while her husband and son are deployed. Read her ten great reasons not to worry!

Coffee Break Evangelism by Muriel Larson
Muriel Larson shares the story of a life changed by hospitality and “coffee break” evangelism and give practical tips for putting the idea into practice.

The Encouragement of a Smile By Dorothy Garcia
Everyone has worries and problems, and in our society, we try to deal with them alone. But God’s Word tells us to encourage each other and build one another up. It’s easy to do this when you pass along a smile.

An Angel Named Faye By Nancy B. Gibbs
Knowing God was there in the hospital room with me was comforting. But I needed a little sign of His presence and a sense of hope. For a few minutes I prayed. As I closed my prayer, I asked something special from God.

Anna’s Bible By Elaine L. Schulte
On a cruise with her husband, Elaine L. Schulte ministers to a Romanian masseuse, hunts down a Bible on the Falkland Islands and writes a commentary on the Gospel of John!

A One-of-a-Kind Gift by Petra van der Zande
Called to a unique and special ministry, a couple adopts four children with physical disabilities.

My Wing in God’s Hands by Joan Clayton
“One night I went to bed secretly crying and praying in that twilight zone of half-asleep and half-awake. ‘Lord,’ I prayed, ‘I feel like a little bird with a broken wing. Could you please fix me?’” Joan Clayton describes how God answered that desperate prayer.

A Glorious Christmas by Elaine L. Schulte
A new believer explains the significance of her first Christmas as a Christian.

A Surprise for Christmas Eve by Marilyn Johnson as told to Audrey Carli
A delivery person learns the value of giving in this heart-warming account.

Thanks for the Visit by Audrey Carli
Audrey Carli learns a valuable lesson from friends in a nursing home: No matter how busy you are, there is always time to be grateful.

Alone in the Darkness by Faye McBroom as told to Beverly Casey
Stranded in the darkness, Faye McBroom experienced a miracle—she could sing!

Rethinking Pain by Kimberly Davidson
For decades I lived a secret double-life. I held a secret no one could know about. I was a bulimic alcoholic struggling with depression.

Call Her by Elaine L. Schulte
“I didn’t want to call the woman. After all, we lived in different cities now and I’d written a letter of condolence. For years our only tie was Christmas cards.” Elaine L. Schulte was pleasantly surprised when she obeyed God and called an old friend.

Strength in My Weakness by Lora Lee Morrison as told to Audrey Carli
Lora Lee Morrison comes to terms with the disappointments in her life and finds strength and peace in sharing them.

The Day of Small Things by Shirley Stahl
Small things may be the means of providing for large blessings down the road.

What Gifts? by Barbara Altamirano
Gifts? What gifts? Do I even have any?

The Promise by Nancy Dearborn
I took my request before God, asking for twins to raise up to be children of God.

Giving Wings to His Word by Carole Brewer
Singer Carole Brewer describes the way God can use music to break through the hardest hearts.

The Choice by Cindy Boose
“Should I leave or should I stay?” That’s the question that faced Cindy Boose as she struggled to connect with her distant husband. Twelve years later, she explains why she chose to stay committed to her marriage.

A Truly Thankful Heart by Judy Eichstedt
Judy Eichstedt shares the heartwarming story of the Thanksgiving she and her family were homeless.

A Mother's Prayers by Debbie H.
After I put my faith in God, I began fighting a spiritual battle, struggling with fear, worry and lack of trust in God as I grew more aware of my children's need for Jesus.

Forgiveness Made Simple by Cynthia Ann Begley
Cynthia Ann Begley talks about the process of forgiveness.