by maureenhager | May 14, 2020 | Brokenness, Despair, Forgiveness, Freedom, Grace, Healing, Heart, Hope, Lord, Love, Prayer, Restoration, scars, Time for Change, Wholeness
Putting a band-aid on a wounded heart will not be enough to restore what is broken. So, where do we start? Identify the wound and acknowledge your need for healing. The Lord is near to those who have a broken heart, And saves such as have a contrite spirit. ~ Psalm...
by maureenhager | Feb 13, 2020 | Brokenness, faithfulness, God, Healing, Heart, Hope, Lord, Love, Repentance, Salvation, The Father's Love
Recovering from the trauma of physical, emotional, and spiritual brokenness became a long journey. At times, I questioned whether I would ever reclaim wholeness again. All my efforts to start a new life had failed miserably. I learned deliverance and restoration come...
by maureenhager | Dec 19, 2019 | Fruit of the Spirit, God, Heart, Joy, Strength, The Father's Love
Are you walking in His Joy? Joy isn’t like happiness, which is based on emotions and dictated by circumstances. Biblical Joy is defined by more than a moment; it remains even in times of suffering. Joy is a state of mind and an orientation of the heart. It is a...
by maureenhager | Oct 3, 2019 | Brokenness, Contentment, Faith, Forgiven, God's Restoration Brings Hope Again, Healing, Heart, Hope, Restoration, The Father's Love, Uncategorized, Wholeness
I learned deliverance and restoration come to those who open their heart to the Redeemer and Savior, Jesus Christ. He longs for each of us to have a personal encounter with Him. Recovering from the trauma of physical, emotional, and spiritual brokenness became a long...
by maureenhager | May 31, 2018 | Accepted, Good Enough, Grace, Heart, Hope, Restoration, Significance, The Father's Love
Have you ever asked yourself, “Am I good enough?” Someone compliments you on a job well done, “Really?” you ask yourself. A friend notices your new haircut and tells you how much she likes it. “Does she really like it or is she just...
by maureenhager | May 17, 2018 | Blessed, Discipleship, Grace, Heart, Lord, Mercy, Prayer, Sheep, The Father's Love, the Good Shepherd
According to Scripture, a pastor is a Shepherd who leads God’s people; the church. He feeds the church with spiritual food; the Word of God. Wouldn’t you want a pastor with a shepherding heart? And I will give you shepherds according to My heart, who...
