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...
by LoriAHatcher | Apr 21, 2025 | Christian Living, Family, Prayer
“Eleven steps.” I glanced to the side as I approached the front entrance of the hospital. An elderly man, gaunt and grizzled, climbed the stairs beside me. His faded jeans were cinched together at his waist. A flannel shirt, faded soft, was tucked neatly into his...
by LoriAHatcher | Apr 7, 2025 | Christian Living, Family, Prayer
Greetings, Refresh readers! It’s my pleasure to introduce you to my dear friend Julie Lavender as our guest contributor today. I know you’ll fall in love with her. Her tips for cultivating a heart of prayer in our little ones are spot on. ~Lori When our kids were...
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