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Have you ever felt like too much time has passed, or too much has been lost, for God to redeem? Joel 2:25 reminds us otherwise: “I will restore to you the years that the locust hath eaten.” Your story isn’t over. With God, even wasted years can be made whole.

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I rarely go anywhere without water and a snack, but the crowd in Mark 6 followed Jesus empty-handed, hungry for more than food. They didn’t plan ahead. They just went. And Jesus didn’t send them away. He met their need with what little was offered and made it more than enough.

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After a weekend with my grandsons, I found a powerful reminder in Colossians 3—true obedience isn’t instant but daily, Spirit-led growth in grace.

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Identity isn’t something we earn—it’s something God declares. Discover truth and encouragement through Scripture and story in this heartfelt devotional featuring Dial P for Perfect by Heidi Gray McGill.

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Ephesians 4 reminds us that true transformation begins in the mind. This devotional explores how filling our hearts with Scripture and godly content leads to speech that reflects grace, truth, and love. If you're seeking a renewed mind and godly words that uplift, this is for you.

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Get to know Isabella Skellenger, a developmental editor whose blend of instinct, kindness, and faith transforms stories—and encourages authors every step of the way.

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Sometimes we “awfulize” situations, expecting the worst—but God is already at work in ways we can’t see. Read this encouraging devotional on trusting God’s faithful love, even when fear tries to take over.

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Feeling overwhelmed? Discover how rejoicing always and praying without ceasing can transform your perspective. Inspired by Matters of the Heart, this devotional reminds us of God’s unwavering faithfulness in every season.

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What do you get when you mix a wounded Civil War veteran, a scandalous past, a secret pregnancy, and a marriage of convenience at Christmas? A heart-stirring novella where grace shows up in whispered prayers, flannel shirts, and one-armed hugs strong enough to hold a whole future.

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Want to be the first to read Heidi Gray McGill’s new Christmas novella, A Place to Belong? ARC readers get early access, behind-the-scenes updates, and the joy of sharing a story filled with hope, redemption, and grace before release day on November 18, 2025.

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