I hear of a friend’s parent diagnosed with cancer. A reminder. I learn that a woman was attacked in a similar place to where I’m headed. A reminder. My dog, diagnosed with terminal cancer, lets out a painful-sounding cough. A reminder. Someone I care about makes another wrong choice that could lead to disaster. A reminder. We’re all surrounded by …
The Choice: Beating Fear with Its Own Worst Enemy
Jerusha: I’m delighted to welcome blogger and inspirational fiction author, Mary Felkins, as my guest today! Please join me in giving her a big FW community welcome! By Mary Felkins I’ve often wondered if maybe my mom made the wrong decision that day when I was in middle school. You see, she’d taken me shopping for some new clothes. After …
Even If: Choosing Faith Over Fear When the “What If” Happens
Jerusha: I’m so excited to have blogger and super-powered book reviewer, Carrie Schmidt, as my guest today! In honor of Carrie’s amazing support for Christian fiction, I’m giving away a free print copy of Janice Cantore’s Drawing Fire to one of you! Simply leave a comment below for your chance to win. And please join me in giving Carrie a …
Living Water: How to Beat Fear with Hydro-Powered Trust
Trust in Him at all times. The last line of the email stood out. Whether it was part of a usual sign-off for the writer or specially tailored to me, I’m not sure. But I didn’t skim over it without notice as I often do with email signatures. It grabbed my gaze and stayed with me when I clicked on …
Surrender: The Surprising Way to Fear Less
Jerusha: I’m delighted to welcome Stacey Weeks to the FW Blog! Stacey is the author of the fear-fighting book, Glorious Surrender. Please join me in giving this sister Fear Warrior a big FW community welcome! By Stacey Weeks Fear manifests in many ways. For some, it comes in sweaty hot flashes or uncontrollable trembling. Heartbeats race, chests tighten, and butterflies …
Comfort Zone: Debunking the Safety Myth and Defeating Fear
It was the same workout I did a couple days every week. But this time, something went wrong. I jumped in the air and came down. A snap cracked the air as my ankle folded under me and I fell to the floor. Searing pain overtook my foot, ankle, and leg, throbbing so much I yelled from the pain. Was …
The Steepest Path: A Single Parent’s Choice of Faith vs. Fear
Jerusha: I’m excited to welcome Dorina Lazo Gilmore to the FW Blog today! In her books and on her own blog, Dorina writes about chasing glory through everyday sorrows, struggles, and triumphs. Dorina is graciously giving away one print copy of her Bible study, Glory Chasers! Simply leave a comment below for a chance to win. And please join me …
A Discouraging Word: How to Fearlessly Overcome Criticism without a Thick Skin
She stopped writing that day. I’ve seen it happen more than once. A writer attends a conference, maybe for the first time, and instead of being encouraged by the experience, they come away disheartened. In the worst cases, like the one I’m reflecting on now, they leave with the decision to quit writing altogether. Such a severe response to criticism, …
In the Shadow: Facing Death, Loss, and Life without Fear
I froze at the sharp sound of the cough. His breathing afterward was heavier, slightly labored. These symptoms aren’t yet severe and they still disappear as frequently as they make themselves known. But the signs are gradually increasing—the signs that remind me our precious dog is dying. Faithful readers of the Fear Warrior Blog will remember that one of my …
Bigger than Fear: Conquering Anxiety with a Surprise Weapon
Jerusha: I’m delighted to introduce you to my friend and fellow writer, Raelee May Carpenter! Raelee and I met online, and I just love her encouraging spirit, even in the midst of difficulties. Raelee is offering a free digital copy of her novel, Liberation Song, to one of you! Simply leave a comment below for a chance to win. Now …