by Brenda L. Yoder | Dec 19, 2024 | Encouragement, Faith
“Peace, peace, to those far and near,” says the Lord. “And I will heal them.” Isaiah 57:19 My devotions brought me to Isaiah 57 on a dark December morning. The glow from the Christmas lights on the mantel and windowsills was warm and peaceful,...
by Brenda L. Yoder | Nov 5, 2024 | Faith
I’ve worked in public schools for over three decades. These halls are tied to my soul. Though I don’t say Jesus’s name, this is where I see Him the most and serve Him with total capacity. I’ve worked as an educator at every level, from...
by Brenda L. Yoder | Oct 1, 2024 | Faith
In today’s world, grief has become an unwelcome companion for many. It’s not just about loss through death anymore; it’s a natural response to the significant changes and uncertainties we face daily. From societal shifts to disrupted routines,...
by Brenda L. Yoder | Jan 29, 2024 | Faith, Life
Four years ago, when the pandemic began, I wondered how to respond to those first days we were shut up in our homes. Fear, anxiety, and disbelief overtook me. I didn’t know when things would be customary and reasonable again. As days went by, the situation...
by Brenda L. Yoder | Dec 31, 2023 | Faith
I learned the power of simple prayers two years ago. My husband had a near-fatal accident when a tree fell on him unexpectedly at work. The last three words in my prayer journal the day prior were “Keep Ron safe.” Prayers don’t need to be...
by Brenda L. Yoder | Oct 31, 2023 | Faith, Life
Fall has been a challenging season for twenty-three years. My youngest of four children was born in the winter of 1999. I experienced postpartum depression as a mom feeling overwhelmed with babies, toddlers, and school-age children. In the fall of 2000, my mentor and...
