Quick Miracle vs. Inward Agenda
Secret’s out… This is an underlying theme in the book I’m writing. In my story, I don’t get the quick miracle that I want, but the long inner transformation that God orchestrates is...
Author: Gabriela Banks
A Behind-the-Scenes Look at Listening Prayer
What Does “Pressing Into God” Look Like? A friend of mine sent me John Eldridge’s blog entitled Disappointment in Prayer, which describes the importance of persevering in prayer. John’s article inspired me to expand...
How Coincidences Show God’s Love for a Suicidal Teen
To me, the following “coincidences” show us a glimpse of how God works. This morning at about 9:50 AM, a friend in our women’s Bible study group asked us to pray fervently for a...
Feeling Overwhelmed? Try these 7 Tips To Move a Mountain
This is a true story of when God answered a huge need. I hope this encourages you on your journey. An Estate Sale Miracle It’s hard enough losing one parent, but when both of...
The Best Strategies for Every Challenge
Today, the challenges and trials I’m facing feel like a battle ground. These problems are way too big for me to solve alone, and they have a depth to them that’s beyond my capacity....
How I Escaped a Stranglehold of Oppression
The last five months of my life were brutal, not to mention the past year. From October to March, a series of tragic events happened one right after the other. But God gave me...
Moving Past Grief & Into Your Purpose
Ruby: “You look like Maria.” (Maria is my sister who passed away in October. Ruby is my adorable 4-year-old niece who’s been processing her death and talking about her.) Me: “Yeah. When we were...
Favorite Gluten Free Christmas Cookies
Around Christmastime, it can be challenging to find yummy gluten free desserts for family members who have gluten sensitivities. These cookies are sure to be a winner with even the pickiest eater. They are...
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