by Jodie Barrett | Dec 12, 2018 | blessings, celebrations, Christmas, difficult circumstances, God's prompting, God's word, Jesus, Jesus birth, jingle and joy, Uncategorized
Tears flowed, questions flew, hurt hammered, and at the end of it, I was left with one question? How can Christmas be the same? December 25th will mark two months since our son left this earth. The Lord welcomed him home and we rejoice, even in the pain of earthly...
by Jodie Barrett | Oct 23, 2018 | challenges, difficult circumstances, God's presence, In God's Presence
We gain so much when we are connected in deep relationship with God. Today, Bunny Yekzamon shares with us about a wrestling match that developed confidence in Christ that will keep you on the edge of your seat. We pray today is a blessing to your heart. In His...
by Jodie Barrett | Sep 12, 2018 | challenges, contentment, difficult circumstances, God's presence, In God's Presence
We are joined today by a fellow Live-Free friend, Lesley Crawford. Lesley lives in Scotland, is a youth worker, and loves music. We love her heart for the Lord and pray you will also. Click here to download a PDF of today’s devotion, prayer, scripture, and...
by Jodie Barrett | Sep 10, 2018 | difficult circumstances, God's presence, In God's Presence, peace
Welcome to week 2 of our online study, In God’s Presence. We are thrilled to have you back or to have you here for the first time. If it is your first time, do not run away thinking, “I am behind”. You are welcome! You can start today or you can go...
by Jodie Barrett | Oct 18, 2017 | difficult circumstances, Praying Brave, trust, Understanding
Day 7: Praying Brave with a Yes Heart Open the paper, scroll your newsfeed, and listen to the news. Hurting hearts are all around us. Brokenness is evident and even understandable. Joy and pain collide. Three years ago a few days before Christmas I wept with my friend...
by Jodie Barrett | Oct 16, 2017 | difficult circumstances, Praying Brave, trust
Day 6: Praying Brave with a Yes Heart We discovered that brave prayers require trust. I’m singing now, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him and He will make your path straight....
