by LoriAHatcher | Jun 30, 2025 | Family, Prayer
I recently had the opportunity to talk with Leighann McCoy, of PrayerClinic.com. During our conversation, we talked about an article I wrote that originally appeared on Revive Our Hearts. In the article, I share six truths we can cling to while praying for a...
by LoriAHatcher | Jun 23, 2025 | Christian Living, Family
When I was six, a friend invited me to Vacation Bible School at a tiny Primitive Methodist church in our neighborhood. I’m not sure why my mother said yes to the invitation. In those days Methodists and Catholics rarely crossed each other’s liturgical...
by LoriAHatcher | Jun 16, 2025 | Christian Living, Family
Humans are negative creatures by default. We have to cultivate character traits like gratitude and appreciation. They just don’t come naturally. Think about it. Which is more likely to come out of your mouth – a complaint about something your kids or your...
by LoriAHatcher | Jun 9, 2025 | Christian Living, Family
Tender from a recent loss, I stood with the congregation as the worship leader announced the hymn for the day: “It Is Well with My Soul. He launched into the familiar story behind the song. “Horatio Spafford’s wife and four daughters were sailing to England when a...
by LoriAHatcher | Jun 2, 2025 | Christian Living, Family
If I’m not careful, I miss the beauty and value of different approaches, perspectives, and methods. I forget that behind the differences that separate us is God’s creative hand making each person unique for his glory and our good. God reminded me of this...
by LoriAHatcher | May 19, 2025 | Christian Living, Family
Some days, I want to bury my face in my pillow and not get out of bed. “Life is too hard,” I say. “I can’t do it.” I feel as if I’m drowning in a tsunami of needs. Family members with health concerns. Personnel shortages at work. Ministry needs. Volunteer...
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