Want to shock your relatives this Thanksgiving? Turning a holiday tradition on its head would probably do the trick. Many of us follow the tradition of having each person at our Thanksgiving gathering take a turn to share something for which he or she is thankful. The answers are usually pretty standard: family, health, love, home. If we’re keeping in …
Hosting the Holidays: Conquering Your Hospitality Fears
Jerusha: Just in time for the holidays, we get to welcome hospitality expert and encourager, Sue Moore Donaldson, back to the FW Blog! She’s giving powerful advice that can de-stress your holiday festivities this year. Join me in giving Sue a warm welcome! By Sue Moore Donaldson “The Great Commission is not an option to be considered; it is a …
Fighting the Good Fight: Conquering Your Fear Like a War Veteran
Jerusha: Several years ago, my grandfather, a WWII veteran, passed away on Veteran’s Day. To honor him on this anniversary of his heavenly homecoming, I want to share this post with you all. This is also my inadequate “thank you” to all the men and women who have served in military conflicts to defend all that is good. Bullets smattered …
When in Doubt: Silencing Doubt to Conquer Your Fear
Jerusha: I’m delighted to introduce to you my friend and fellow author, Rebecca Ondov! Rebecca is offering a free print copy of her inspirational nonfiction book, Great Horse Stories, to one of you! So read on and leave a comment below for your chance to win! By Rebecca Ondov It was pitch black when I jolted awake, sitting straight up …
What If I Fall? 2 Steps to Beat Your Fear of Failure
A teen girl steps up to the microphone. Her family and friends watch, waiting for the moment when she’ll open her mouth and wow the judges. They all know she has the talent to achieve success with her singing voice. But as she looks out at the audience, her eyes go wide. She freezes. This scene is a familiar one …
Empowered: The Truth that Can Make You Fearless
Jerusha: I’m so delighted to introduce you to author and photographer Heidi Jones! I know you’ll love her as much as I do and be empowered by her true story of victory over fear. In honor of Heidi’s visit to the FW Blog, I’m giving away a print copy of Rachel Dylan’s legal thriller, Deadly Proof, to one of you! …
Conflict Dodger: 4 Steps to Face Conflict without Fear
Conflict. Even the word can make anxiety stir in my belly. It took me a long time to realize and admit that I fear conflict, probably because I don’t tend to run from conflict when it’s necessary. But I realized after noting the rapid pace of my pulse, shallowness of breath, and massive doses of adrenaline pumping through my veins …
Pulling Weeds: The Daily Process That Will Grow Faith and Kill Fear
Jerusha: I’m so excited to introduce you to one of my favorite people and very good friend, Stephanie M. Gammon! Stephanie is a gifted writer and an exceptional encourager, as you’ll see in this post! In honor of Stephanie being a suspense writer, I’m giving away one paperback copy of Lynette Eason’s Called to Protect. Leave a comment below for …
The Best Therapy: 4 Therapeutic Tips for Battling Your Fears
He was destined to be a therapy dog. When my family decided to get a puppy, we had one goal—find a pup that would grow into a dog I could use for animal-assisted therapy work. God gave me a heart for the positive impact that dogs can have on people in need, and I couldn’t wait to volunteer for such …
Fear Warrior Friends: A Chat with Dani Pettrey on Suspense Tales, Scooby-Doo, and Fighting Fear
Jerusha: I’m so thrilled to chat with bestselling romantic suspense author, Dani Pettrey! I’ve been able to meet Dani several times in person, and she’s a wonderful lady that I know you’ll love to hang out with today, too. To top off the excitement, Dani is giving away one free copy of her latest release, The Killing Tide, to a …