Sacred Story’s Library of Inspiring Women’s Stories
Sister we are in this together. Our library contains encouraging stories from women who, like you, walk through chapters of questioning, grieving, loving, hoping, and surrendering. We pray you will pass on stories because hope is contagious. Our Teaching Moments offer perspective about living your story in light of God’s Word. We love to hear how you are impacted by what you read.
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Digging up Flowers
Psalm 31:1 In you, O LORD, I have taken refuge; let me never be put to shame; deliver me in your righteousness. Depression chased me right into the presence of God. I wasn't even clear about what was bothering me until we had a breakfast picnic together on the floor...
Tightly Secure in Him
“Let us go right into the presence of God with sincere hearts fully trusting him. For our guilty consciences have been sprinkled with Christ’s blood to make us clean, and our bodies have been washed with pure water. Let us hold tightly without wavering to the hope we...
Anchor of our Soul
“For we know that if the earthly tent we live in is destroyed, we have a building from God, an eternal house in heaven, not built by human hands.” (I Corinthians 5:1) Approximately ten years ago, one of my dear friends, Jodi, was diagnosed with cancer. When she...
Replacing Insecurity with Security
“Even if my mother and father abandon me, the Lord will take care of me.” Psalm 27:10 A number of years ago I poured my energy and heart into multiple work projects. I felt satisfied contributing to the “internal” part of daily work and growing the...
The Psalms: Pour Out Your Heart Spring 2020
Join our contributors to the Sacred Story blog this fall as we gain insight on praying through the ups and downs of our stories using the Psalms as our guide. Sign up to receive the posts via email on the right-hand side of the home page.
My Baby’s Name
Christina's* Story: I will never forget the buzz of the vacuum. Nor will I forget the insensitive nurse informing me, “this part shouldn’t hurt” as she forcefully pressed down on my abdomen while the life-sustaining water poured out, splashing on the floor. My vision...
Releasing My Daughter
April's* Story: We moved to Texas from a small town in the north east. It was a tough move for our four kids, especially our 17-year-old daughter Ellie. It seemed everything she tried did not work out. After trying and trying and not feeling like God was answering,...
What is Guaranteed to Change You
"God is near to the broken-hearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit." Ps. 34:18 It has been said throughout the ages that love is the universal language-- no matter where you go around the world in every tribe and tongue, people will understand the sentiment...
Best Party Date Ever: Bacon-Wrapped Dates
Who could turn down an attractive bacon-wrapped date? No, no, no…not that kind of date! A medjool date! Traditionally grown in Morocco and the Middle East, these sweet and moist dates are cherished for their large size. Aside from religious reasons, few people would...
From Fear to Fierce
Romans 15:13 May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Transformation begins with focus. The old hymn is true; “Turn your eyes upon Jesus, look full in His wonderful...
Growing Beauty
“Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as elaborate hairstyles and the wearing of gold jewelry or fine clothes. Rather, it should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God’s sight.”...
Partnering with God
Transformation reminds me of a caterpillar becoming a butterfly. I’ve discovered the names of the four stages~ egg, larva, pupa, and adult. I love how God’s way in nature instructs us. Pause with me to ponder each of the life cycles and at the same time, to think...
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these stories all true?
Yes, that’s the amazing thing about our library!
Do these stories come from time spent at your women’s retreats?
Sacred Story Retreats provide a proven framework to help a woman explain how faith in Jesus Christ impacts her life. Because we provide follow-up editing and help a woman finalize her story, many of the stories in our library are submitted from women who attended retreats.
Is there a way I can reach out to an author if I want to connect at a deeper level about her story?
Yes, we love to help women connect, so they know they are not alone. Usually, authors of stories are happy to talk with other women with questions. Please get in touch through the “Leave a Question or Prayer Request” option on this page.
Can I share an inspirational story without attending a Sacred Story retreat?
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Who writes your inspirational stories?
The stories are written by brave yet ordinary women like you.
Are all your inspirational stories written by Christian women?
We believe hope in Jesus Christ changes everything, so yes, the stories in our library are written by those who have witnessed His power and faithfulness. If you would like to talk further about how faith in Christ can make a difference in your story, please get in touch through the “Leave a Question or Prayer Request” option.