The (in)courage Podcast

What matters over a lifetime is that we don’t let what we perceive have more of a hold on us than what we believe, what we know deep down is true.

Our brains are wired with a negativity bias. This he…

In the midst of misery, there can be majesty. Pain and purpose can co-exist. In the midst of brokenness, there can be beauty. Because the Lord is near.

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The Holy Spirit is an advocate. And sometimes, we see the shadows of that work of advocacy through the presence of others. 

Listen to how Melissa experienced the kindness of others on her recent trave…

Darling, your wisdom is showing. Growing older has revealed my vulnerabilities, inadequacies, and desperate need for God. It has also shown me we’re more alike than not. Aging is the price we pay for…

Mothering is all a great push and pull. It's a series of both/ands, of give and take, of holding close and letting go. Every single woman who loves, encourages, and nurtures those who become part of …

Mercy is an invitation to align our hearts with the heart of God and to dignify those around us. As recipients of God's mercy, we are called to emulate His mercy. It doesn’t require a large bank acco…

When our hope goes missing, we have to become detectives and look for it. Rather than believe it is not present or does not exist if we do not spot it easily, we must determine to pull out our magnif…

Life often looks very different from how we pictured it, but where God has positioned us is exactly where we need to be.

Do you need a new perspective on life? Are you looking for cozy, inspiring, gu…

Practicing gratitude helps me see the story unfolding from God’s perspective. Friends, it is God’s will that we practice gratitude -- not because God needs our praise but so that we don’t miss out on…

The Creator of the universe thinks of us nonstop, knows every single intricate detail about us, and yet adores us. God doesn’t just see the best, prettiest, and most presentable portions of our selve…

The things that make us different are often the very things that point others to the Divine. Friend, we don’t need to hide or water down any part of us to fit into culture. God made every part of us …

Perhaps God’s silence is a comfort, a reminder, a presence that actually speaks volumes, telling us, “I’m right here with you. I’m not going anywhere.” ⁣ ⁣Perhaps God is nearer than we ever imagined.…

Sister, stay awake to the detours God gives you as divine invitations. In her new book, Awake: Paying Attention to What Matters Most in a World That's Pulling You Apart, Anjuli casts a compelling vis…

Honest questions can lead us to deeper intimacy with God. We can welcome the questions of our children, neighbors, enemies, and our own. Doing so will require us to dig beyond them and find the pain …

If our hope rests in Jesus alone, we will not be disappointed. @michelecushatt teaches us to hope in an excerpt from Create in Me a Heart of Hope.

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The expectancy of hope begets hope. "We cannot change the weather just as we cannot stop a warring world. But we can hold tight to the expectancy of hope. This is not the end. Despair does not have t…

Jesus accepted help, so we can and should too. "How do we give ourselves permission to willingly and joyfully accept help, whether we think we need it or not?" @barbroose shares how she learned to re…

When we cannot hold onto hope, we can ask to be heard. When we can no longer bear the weight of brokenness, we can let someone hear our sighs and cries.  "Scripture says that faith comes by hearing, …

We're thrilled to finally share with you that we're adding three new writers to the (in)courage family! Please join us in warmly welcoming Barb Roose, Kayla Craig, and KJ Ramsey to (in)courage! Read …

Jesus stands in the gap between the reality of our mistakes and the perfection of God. Are you caught in your mistakes right now? Don’t be afraid, friend. God isn’t angry. He understands that sometim…