Getting Stronger

          Jenna’s phone buzzed on the nightstand. She reached over and glanced at the incoming text.             Missed you at work today. Hope you’re OK.             Jenna smiled in spite of her pounding head. Shannon was such a sweetheart. How nice to know she was...

Keeping Ears Open

Jack plugged the address for his next delivery into the GPS and popped a mint into his mouth. What a long day it had been.  At least he’d have a nice paycheck, working this extra shift. But delivering groceries was not exactly what he’d hoped for at this stage in his...

Unburdened

Marcy scrolled through the job postings as she sipped her coffee. Emma skipped into the kitchen. “You’re up early, Peanut.” Emma’s face lit with excitement. “I’m going to Olivia’s house today.” “Yes, you are. But not for a few hours.” “That’s OK. I have lots to get...

Untangling

Laura finished dressing and picked up her favorite necklace. Great. Tangled. How did that happen? She played around with it for a few minutes with no success. I don’t have time for this. God, can you… No. Wait. A tangled necklace is not worth asking God about. My...

The Rescue

Max heaved another box from the attic. Why on earth did his parents save all this stuff? If only he could throw it all in the dumpster and be done with it. But no. In every box, there was something of value. Not like he needed the money, but he certainly wasn’t about...

Learning to Trust

Alanna leaned back against the booth. “I’m sorry, but I just don’t have the blind faith that you do.” Sometimes Jenn went a bit too far. Jenn frowned. “It’s not a blind faith. God has shown me over and over what a good Father He is.” Alanna frowned. “I don’t need...