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The heart behind this site is to encourage you to trust the Lord fully, love Him intimately, and follow Him faithfully in every season of life. Here you’ll find articles from my long-running blog, SmellingCoffee.com as well as new inspirational writings and resources. Like the comforting fragrance of coffee brewing in the morning, my desire is for God’s presence to gently awaken hope and joy in your soul as you visit. Take a look around. Read, rest, and be refreshed.

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Grab a cup of coffee and lets visit a while over some encouraging topics from the SmellingCoffee blog.

Jesus said, "Abide in Me, and I in you...he who abides in Me, and I in him, he bears much fruit; for apart from me you can do nothing."

John 15:4-5

What to Pray When Words Fail

When experiencing a whirlwind of emotions that leaves me feeling helpless, I want to pray. I need to pray. But what can I say?

When You Don’t Understand What God is Doing…

Where is God in the midst of all of this suffering? Have you ever asked Him what He is doing? I finally have an answer.

How to Fight FEAR and WIN!!!

Do you ever feel a sudden onslaught of panic and fear? I admit that I struggled with this for forty years of my life, and to an extent this beast still rears its ugly head now and then. Fear is a battle for so many vibrantly beautiful Christian men and women… But, praise God, we can have HIS victory in this fight, and I’m living proof of that!

The Day God Healed me…

Do you need to be reminded today that God DOES still do miracles? That He DOES see your struggles, hear your cries, know the suffering you suffer? If so, this is my story.

The Story about the Woman with the 3 Hairs

Today’s post is a sweet reminder that our outlook can transform even the simplest days. Whether you’re facing “three hairs” or “none at all,” remember—the joy of the Lord is your strength! Read the full story {it's very short} and be encouraged. 🙂

Dearest moms of graduating seniors,

If you have a Senior this year and are feeling all the feels, here is a little life-learned wisdom and encouragement for you.

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