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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Pass the Greens and Peas, Please!
“Be still, and know that I am God. I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth!” - Psalm 46:10 When I think about stillness, I remember my great-grandmother, “Bertha.” She grew up in rural Bienville Parish Louisiana in the early 1900’s. She...
Waiting to be Rescued
"He restores my soul." Ps. 23:3a Christians are often referred to as sheep in the Bible. It is an interesting thing to be called a sheep. Sheep are, in fact, quite dull, dumb and needy creatures. Sheep need a shepherd to watch over them because they do not have any...
Relating to My In-Laws
Nina's* Story: Days after the birth of my son, my mother-in-law listed her grievances against my husband and me over the past years. Her guilt-ridden statements conveyed her unhappiness as well as my father-in-law's with the lack of time we spent with them, comparing...
Far As The Curse Is Found
What is our fascination with restoring old things? You’ve see thousands of DIY ideas on Pinterest for restoring beat up furniture. And how to restore old cars has it’s own TV show. There’s something beautiful about restoration, about returning something to its...
Prodigal Daughter
“…I came that they may have life, and have it abundantly.” (John 10:10) December 1997 was a memorable time in my life. I was a sophmore student at the University of Texas at Austin. My freshman and sophmore years were full of partying and doing anything I could to...
Giant Restoration
Romans 12:2 – “Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is – his good, pleasing and perfect will.” (Jer 29:11) He has the perfect plan. All we...
In A Pit
Martha's Story: I lived solely for my own pleasures—always seeking the next high, until one dark day, I found myself down in a slimy pit. Cocaine and alcohol were my best friends. It didn’t happen overnight, but there I was. I had reached the bottom. I lost my husband...
Restore To Me
“Create in me a clean heart, O God. Renew a loyal spirit within me. Do not banish me from your presence, and don’t take your Holy Spirit from me. Restore to me the joy of your salvation, and make me willing to obey you.” Psalm 51:10–12 (NLT). Italics mine I wish I...
RESToration
RESToration. "The act or process of returning something to its original condition by repairing it, cleaning it, etc." I can't help but focus on the first part of the word, REST. I recently savored REST. Last summer while traveling home from a vacation with my family,...
Panzanella Salad – for the Heat!
With the topic of betrayal before us, I leaned into Italy for a huge aroma of fresh inspiration. Why Italy? I love their resourcefulness; they use what is available, fast, and fresh, an especially appealing style for summer. Searching for recipes with these...
Two Choices: What to do when you betray Jesus
"All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned—every one—to his own way..." Is. 53:6a What comes to mind when you think about betrayal? My guess is it has something to do with someone betraying you. Perhaps a friend caused you pain by violating a trust or...
My Dreams Were Shattered
Angie's Story: I will never forget July 23, 2010. Two years prior my husband and I were blessed with healthy and beautiful boy/girl twins. During the first two years I noticed my boy, Nate, not saying any words. He entertained himself and played nicely by himself but...
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.