Greetings Friends!
It’s been a while since I climbed out of my writing studio and shared a personal update, but Saturday’s the perfect time to visit a bit, don’t you think? Grab a cup of your favorite beverage (and maybe a cinnamon roll?) and let’s catch up.
What Are You Working On?
Several of you have asked, “What’s next?” and “What are you working on?” The pipeline and process of publication (say that five times fast) is long and winding, so I have several projects in various stages of publication:
Walking in Faith, 60 Devotions to Renew Your Strength, coming August 4, 2026
Based on Isaiah 53:2, this 60-day devotional reminds you that God is there in the middle of life’s everyday struggles and invites you to rest and wait on Him. Scripture, story-driven reflections, prayer, and guiding questions will encourage you not to give up in a time of waiting or struggle.
Walking in Faith is available for pre-order now. Here’s the Amazon link if you’d like to read more. Would you please pray for everything that needs to happen between now and August to help me connect this book with those who need it most?
What Comes After That?
Y’all, I had the best time writing a new EASTER/Lenten devotional for Our Daily Bread! It’s called Because He Lives, Celebrating the Gifts of Christ’s Death and Resurrection. The Easter season is the most important celebration of the Christian year, but sometimes the story seems so familiar that it doesn’t thrill us any more. To write this not-your-usual Easter devotional, I gazed long at the cross, then looked beyond it to the gifts God has given us because of Jesus’s death and resurrection. Gifts like Holy Spirit power, boldness in our prayers, and supernatural love for others.
I hope you love this book as much as I loved writing it. But you have to wait . . . this title will release in time for Easter next year. Watch for an announcement in early 2027 and pray for its production. I just completed the first round of edits. It will be a while before I can show you its beautiful cover, but you’ll be the first to see it, I promise. Stay tuned!
What Are You Writing Now?
In South Carolina, the temperatures are rising (it’s 88 today) and summer is near. In my house, however, the nativity set still sits in my living room. Why? Because I’m writing an ADVENT devotional tentatively called What Child Is This? Celebrating the Humanity and the Deity of Christ. In this 25-day devotional, I widen the spotlight on the baby in the manger to show us the miracle of God incarnate, Jesus the God/Man. Devotions such as “The Bread of Life Grew Hungry,” and “The Eternal God Stepped into Time” will invite you to marvel at the miracle of Christ’s incarnation. Please pray for divine inspiration as I write. I have twenty-one written, four to go!
What about FUN?
Nerdy writer that I am, I think writing about God is one of the funnest things I get to do, but when I’m not writing, I get to share my love for God with others in person. Hubby and I meet weekly with a small group from my home church, Kittiwake Baptist. I also have the privilege of speaking at other churches and women’s events. This spring I shared “Powerful Reasons to Have Hope” with the women of Our Lady of the Hills church and Crosspointe Church of Lexington. I also served on faculty at the Carolina Christian Writers Conference.
If you’re looking for a women’s ministry speaker for your summer or fall event, check out my Speaking Page. I’d love to come alongside your group to do a one-time event or weekend retreat. One of my favorite events last fall was a 2-day women’s retreat with the women of Hope Church. We laughed, dug deeply into God’s Word, and invited God to ask us, “What are you thinking?,” “What are you Saying?,” and “What are you praying?” God moved among us and drew us closer to Himself and to each other.
When I’m not writing, sharing, or teaching, I’m hanging out with my hubby and spending time with my grandkids. I cheer them on at swim meets, host them for sleep overs, and let them beat me at games like Monopoly Deal and Skull King. Last week we attended a Fireflies baseball game. I can’t wait for our annual beach trip to Edisto Island in May.
May I Ask a Favor?
My most recent book, Lord, I Believe, 60 Devotions for Your Troubled Heart, is FOUR reviews away from my goal of 50. If you’ve been blessed by this devotional, would you please, please, pretty please write a simple review on Amazon? Reviews help others find good books, and once I hit 50, Amazon will begin sharing Lord, I Believe with shoppers. You don’t have to write a book report, just share a few lines about what you liked about it and give it a star rating. Follow this link, then scroll down (way down) until you see the Write a Review button. When you submit your review, hit Reply to this post so I can hug your neck across the miles. Thank you!! (And if you haven’t read it yet and could use a friendly voice to walk with you through your challenges, click HERE to order a copy. It’s on sale 25% off!)
I’m So Grateful for You!
I love receiving your emails in response to my Refresh posts. You share your lives with me, ask me to pray for you, and offer to pray for me. If these posts have blessed you, would you please share them with others? I want to reach as many people as I can with words of hope and help. Thanks for being an amazing community!
How May I Pray for You?
We need each other as we walk this walk of faith. I’d be honored to pray for you and with you.
Father, you are so kind to save us, change us, and use us in Your service. Thank you for this amazing community you’ve built around our mutual love for You. Grow us as we walk this life journey together. In the strong name of Jesus I ask, amen.
Do You Know Someone with a Strong Faith Who’s Facing a Tough Situation?
What do you believe about God? Do you believe that He can restore? Or that He answers prayers? Do you believe that He delights in you?
As you spend 60 days in these devotions, Lori Hatcher will reassure you of who God is and who He says you are. In each meditation, you’ll find:
- A biblical truth you can claim to rebuild your faith in the toughest circumstances
- Comforting assurances from Scripture that God is with you and for you, no matter what
- Encouragement of God’s delight and joy in you always
- A prayer and biblical affirmation to remind you of God’s steadfast presence and unwavering promises
- Heartwarming, story-centered readings from popular devotional writer Lori Hatcher
Spend just a few minutes each day with these devotions, and let your heart find strength in the reassurance of God’s unending love for you.
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