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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Year 2020
Be still, and know that I am God. Psalm 46:10 This year has been filled with upheaval and uncertainty. Covid, racial tension, and the election have impacted people’s lives surfacing anxiety and anger. Whether you have been impacted directly by these circumstances or...
Uncertainty in Life
“Faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see.” Hebrews 11:1 It is interesting to me how the uncertainty in life makes me sure of what I hope for and certain of what I do not see. I am certain I did not create myself; therefore, I am...
Grace in Disguise
Winter's Story: Have you had a moment that made you want to leap, shout, and run a lap around the world? Well that’s how I felt the second I understood what God’s grace meant. The only problem - I experienced this aha on a charter bus headed to a work retreat with a...
Finding Christ in Kazakhstan
Aisha's Story: My name is Aisha and I’m from Kazakhstan. I grew up in a traditional Muslim family, so I never heard anything about Jesus Christ and did not know who He was. I wasn’t a practicing Muslim--I was a cultural, nominal Muslim, but I believed in Allah, and I...
My Super Hero
Sofia's Story: My positive attitude told me my divorce process would be nothing unusual. Even though I felt pain and grief over the loss of my marriage, I reasoned we are adults. We recognize our relationship is not able to survive. My thinking changed when a dark...
Recovering Tiger Mom
Behold, children are a heritage from the Lord, the fruit of the womb is a reward. Psalm 127:3 Many of you are at home with your children 24/7 and having to home school. While being quarantined can be an opportunity for deeper relationships with your family, it can...
Shelter In Place
He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the LORD, He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust. Surely he will save you from the fowler’s snare and from the deadly pestilence. He will cover you...
Joy Comes in the Morning
Monica's Story: One afternoon as I talked with a new friend over coffee, she told of her children and grandchildren. Her eyes lit as she described their personalities and their activities. “And you?” I described my daughter with a million dollar voice and her loving,...
Thirsty for Living Water
“As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul longs for you, my God. My soul thirsts for God, for the living God.” Psalm 42:1-2 "Are you thirsty?" said the Lion. "I am dying of thirst," said Jill. The delicious rippling noise of the stream was driving her...
Mosaic
Christine's Story: My husband turned to face me, “Are you thinking of harming yourself?” Looking down, I whispered, “Yes.” My overwhelming sense of brokenness fostered a steady decent into depression. I asked Jesus into my heart as a child. Doesn’t that make life...
Hiding in a Cave
With my voice I cry out to the Lord; with my voice I plead for mercy to the Lord. I pour out my complaint before him; I tell my trouble before him. When my spirit faints within me, you know my way! (Ps 142:1-3) While David is writing Psalm 142, he is hiding in a...
The Desires of My Heart
"Take delight in the LORD, and he will give you the desires of your heart." Psalm 37:4 This time of year there's a lot of focus on the heart. Pink and red hearts are everywhere and it's a great time to do something special for someone you love. While it may be festive...
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.