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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Cauliflower Puree
1/2 pound cauliflower florets, stems trimmed 3 cups water Salt 1 tablespoon butter 1/2 cup heavy cream 2-3 tablespoons or more to taste grated fresh Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese Freshly ground pepper (white or black) to taste Splash of fresh lemon juice, to taste In a...
Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes
I am excited to share this side dish. By the way, each recipe is meant to tweak for your family and friends. If you like it spicy, add more spice. If you like bacon, pile it on. Enjoy! ~ Lauren 6 sweet potatoes, even in size and scrubbed 4 tablespoons brown sugar 4...
Red Wine Braised Cabbage
You have filled my heart with greater joy than when their grain and new wine abound. I will lie down and sleep in peace, for you alone, O LORD, make me dwell in safety. –Psalm 4:7-8 As a trained chef, I realize that I speak two languages: English and Food. I hope...
In All Things
Sacred Story is honored to hear from Judy Douglass as a guest contributor. Judy is a staff member with Cru (the Christian organization formerly known as Campus Crusade for Christ) since 1964, serving previously as editor of Collegiate Challenge magazine, manager of...
Will I lose business?
Erika's Story: Around 2010 Robb and I had lived through this faith-increasing year where God was very obviously blessing us and doing things in us. This was no “dark night of the soul.” Indeed, it was a ‘mountain top’ kind of year. This is why it was hard to be...
Gratitude As A Weapon
At the very moment they began to sing and give praise, the Lord caused the armies of Ammon, Moab, and Mount Seir to start fighting among themselves. 2 Chronicles 20:22 Bad news, again? What is your breaking point? Everybody has one. If you’re not in touch with...
Picture Gratitude
"Oh give thanks to the LORD, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever!" -Psalm 107:1
Marks of Gratitude
For I bear on my body the scars that show I belong to Jesus. (Galatians 4:17, NLT) It’s hard—to feel grateful especially when we find ourselves in the middle of suffering. Many of us who understand suffering and pain often carry the scars to prove it. There are many...
Giver of Good Gifts
Whatever is good and perfect comes down to us from God our Father, James 1:17a, NLT This season God has been teaching me about Himself as the giver of good gifts. I must admit that this has been refreshing after receiving teachings and life experiences on God using...
When Gratitude Feels Impossible
My soul waits in silence for God only. Psalm 62:1 I have several friends who lost a parent this year. As the holidays loom, they are bracing themselves for the many “firsts”: without Mom, making the turkey, staying home instead of sleeping at her house. The ache is...
Renewing Gratitude
“Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus.” ( I Thess. 5:18, NLT) God, I need a fresh word on gratitude. After all, I’ve heard about this topic many times in my Christian life. And do believe gratitude is vital to a...
Holding My Breath
Pat's Story: It seems far away now but my story starts with a headache, a really bad headache. Then followed the doctors, the meds, the hospital, the MRIs. Time seemed to move so very fast, and then suddenly, Easter Sunday 2005, my world screeched to a halt. We sat...
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.