Welcome! So Glad You’re Here for the Ladies Christian Devotional!

This is a place set apart for encouragement, truth, and sisterhood as we grow together in God’s Word. Whether you’re seeking inspiration, deeper understanding, or simply a moment of quiet with the Lord, this monthly Ladies Christian Devotional is written to uplift your heart and strengthen your walk with Him.

• Down in the Caverns
  by Laurie Wilburn
  A Look Below the Surface Many years ago I flew back to Arkansas to visit my parents. On this occasion my dad wanted to take Steve and I on a day trip to see some caverns. We were both excited and up for the adventure. After a long drive and … Read more…
• A Place of Belonging
  by Laurie Wilburn
  Searching for a Place of Belonging I spoke with a young lady a couple of weeks ago who shared something of which I can completely relate. In her words she said, “The older I get there’s no place that I feel totally at home.” This woman is married, has children, … Read more…
• Discovering God’s Purpose in Our Pain
  by Laurie Wilburn
  A mighty fortress is our God. Those words remind us that no matter what season of life we walk through, God stands strong. He never fails. The story of Hannah in 1 Samuel 1 gives us a beautiful look at how God works through hardship and how He shapes our lives for … Read more…
• Even Creation Itself
  by Laurie Wilburn
  From Autumn’s Comfort to Spring’s Awakening It bears repeating, there’s a message in every spring season. For years fall had always been my favorite season. I loved the colder temperatures and the warm colors on the trees. I looked forward to hot chocolate and decorating our front porch with pumpkins … Read more…
• Grief and Gratitude
  by Laurie Wilburn
  And I heard a loud voice from the throne, saying, “Behold, the tabernacle of God is among men, and He will dwell among them, and they shall be His people, and God Himself will be among them and He will wipe away every tear from their eyes; and there will … Read more…
• Start Where You Are
  by Laurie Wilburn
  I love this quote by Ebenezer Erskine, “So often we give God a partial obedience. We do not dare to disobey, but we do not care to obey fully. So we compromise. We do some of what we should, thus removing the stigma of disobedience. But we refrain from the … Read more…
• Lift Up Your Heads
  by Laurie Wilburn
  Since September of this year I’ve been caught in a flurry of activity. The start of another season of women’s bible study, two women’s conferences, vacation with my husband and family arriving for Thanksgiving. This last Tuesday morning as I was putting away our Thanksgiving decorations I asked my husband … Read more…
• The Prayer of Faith
  by Laurie Wilburn
  And the prayer offered in faith will restore the one who is sick…James 5:15 In this season of life I am praying for three women who are battling late stage cancer. One of whom I attended bible study with for several years. We are both wives, mothers and grandmothers. Our … Read more…

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