Amy Nelson 
There are some voices you trust immediately—and Julie Barclay is one of them. I’ve had the privilege of knowing Julie personally from our time serving together at The Chapel in New Jersey, and I can tell you firsthand: what she shares comes from a place of deep authenticity, hard-won faith, and lived experience. Julie has … Read more
If we’re being honest, there are moments when prayer feels like a waste of time. Not because we don’t believe in it. Not because we don’t care. But because life is full, our minds are busy, and sitting quietly with God can feel like the least productive thing we could be doing. And if you’ve … Read more
The Bible is filled with calls to courage. In fact, the command “Be strong and courageous” appears multiple times throughout Scripture, most famously in Joshua 1:9, but echoed again and again whenever God calls ordinary people to trust Him in uncertain circumstances. When we think about courage in the Bible, we often picture the dramatic … Read more
Even if you are not someone who struggles with fear or anxiety, there are moments when world events can feel deeply unsettling. News headlines change quickly. Conflicts rise and fall. Political tensions grow. It can feel like the ground beneath us is constantly shifting. Yet the Bible reminds us that this kind of uncertainty is … Read more
How Do You Define Worship? When you hear the word worship, what comes to mind? Is it the music portion of Sunday morning before the pastor steps up to preach?The lights dim. The lyrics go up. We sing three songs. And then we move on. But does worship really matter? Or has it become something … Read more
How painful seasons deepen faith and reshape what matters most Anyone who has walked through a deep trial knows this truth instinctively: You don’t come out the same. When you walk through unexpected life changes—divorce, loss, illness, or deep personal disruption—you are reshaped in ways you never anticipated. You may look unchanged on the outside. … Read more
Comparison doesn’t usually show up as a loud declaration. For many believers, comparison and identity in Christ become quietly entangled before we even realize it. It’s quieter than that. It slips in while you’re scrolling, watching, observing—sometimes admiring—and before you realize it, something inside you shifts. Contentment fades. Confidence wavers. And questions you thought you … Read more
I feel like I could write books about forgiveness—and about finding freedom in forgiveness—not because I am any expert, but because I have had to do it over and over again. I will say this— the more I practice forgiveness, the easier it becomes and the quicker it happens. Everybody knows that forgiveness is important … Read more
If you’re looking for Christian books to deepen your faith—not just inspire you for a moment—this list is for you. In 2025, I intentionally chose books that challenged my thinking, strengthened my walk with God, and shaped how I live out my faith on a daily basis. These weren’t books I sped through or read … Read more
As a new year begins, many of us feel the pull to reset and be more intentional with our days. One simple, meaningful practice that fits beautifully into this season is gratitude journaling — a simple way to slow down and notice the good that’s already present. What Is a Gratitude Journal? A gratitude journal … Read more