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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The Heart of Hospitality
Don’t burn out; keep yourselves fueled and aflame. Be alert servants of the Master, cheerfully expectant. Don’t quit in hard times; pray all the harder. Help needy Christians; be inventive in hospitality. (Romans 12:11-13, The Message) (Italics Mine) What do you think...
Prepare A Room
“Let every heart prepare him room.” We sing this line from “Joy to the World” during Advent, the season set apart for celebrating the first coming of Jesus in the Incarnation. Yet often we forget that the way we receive our guests—the very act of feeding the hungry...
O Holy Hospitality
Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers a multitude of sins. Offer hospitality to one another without grumbling. I Peter 4:8-10 NIV What does it mean for the single woman to practice hospitality? I find it a bit confusing at times. Is it inviting people...
Shaken by Circumstances
“Therefore let us be grateful for receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, and thus let us offer to God acceptable worship, with reverence and awe.” Hebrews 12:28 The Thanksgiving holiday is in sight and we are called to be thankful. There are seasons when it seems...
Green Beans with Smoke, Spice and Everything Nice
“Everything nice” sounds like an inviting recipe, right? Truly, it’s a tasty combination of flavors, especially if you enjoy a Southwestern palate. How then do the green beans go from being plain to smoky and spicy and everything nice? Simple: the cook adds the...
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
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.