Personal Growth

What Does a Healthy Christian Marriage Look Like?

By Leslie Vernick | July 1, 2026 |

Morning friend, We just concluded our Moving Beyond Insecurity Coaching Week. It was amazing. So many breakthroughs and takeaways women gained in just one week. God longs to heal our heart, our mind, and our relationships. And, most of the time, he doesn’t do it instantly. Instead, he invites our cooperation, our willingness, and our commitment to learn what we…

How Do I Stop My Unhealthy “Helping” When I Love the Attention I Get?

By Leslie Vernick | December 24, 2025 |

Morning friend, This is Christmas week. For some of you it’s a time for family gathering, gift giving, eating, caroling and remembering. For others it’s a day to get through as quickly as possible. You are alone (or feel alone). There are few or no gifts. It’s hard, no doubt. One of my favorite verses in the Bible reminds me…

Can I Leave? I Don’t Trust Him

By Leslie Vernick | May 21, 2025 |

Morning friend, I am headed to Italy with my sister for a spiritual reset/retreat. We will be staying in Assisi, home of St. Francis, and will have lots of time to think, pray, walk, and enjoy God’s beauty. Pray for our safety and renewal. This has been on our bucket list for a number of years and I can hardly…