Mother’s Day is a time of celebration for many. But for a number of women, Mother’s Day is one of the most challenging days of the year because of the deep ache in their hearts. Church services and aisles of cards and flowers bring fresh grief over children they’ve never held, who’ve wandered and rebelled, […]
Pray A-Z
Pray A to Z Stories: Bankruptcy
We’re continuing the Pray A to Z Stories focusing on various topics from my newly released book Pray A to Z: A Practical Guide to Pray for Your Community. I’d love to share your story related to one of the topics in the book. Send me an e-mail at amelia @ ameliarhodes . com. Bankruptcy was […]
Pray A to Z Stories: Jealousy
*Quick Reminder that I’ll be participating in a Night of Prayer at Baker Book House in Grand Rapids, tomorrow, Tuesday Feb 21 at 7 p.m. I would love to see you there for this special time of reflection on prayer as we head into the Lent season. As we continue our series of Pray A […]
Pray A to Z Stories: Depression & Mental Health
*You’re Invited! Join us next week Tuesday 7-9 p.m. for an evening of prayer at Baker Book House in Grand Rapids, Michigan. I’m honored to be joining author Sharon Brown and Louis McBride from Baker Publishing as we explore historical and personal perspectives and practices on prayer. It will be the perfect time to slow […]
Pray A to Z Stories: Missionaries (and their families)
The Pray A to Z Stories series continues with a story from Jennifer, who grew up as a missionary kid. You can catch up on all the Pray A to Z Stories here. We’re learning from those who have personal experience with the topics covered in Pray A to Z: A Practical Guide to Pray […]
Pray A to Z Stories: Suicide
We’re continuing our series of Pray A to Z Stories where individuals share their experiences, helping us know how to better pray through the topics in my new book Pray A to Z: A Practical Guide to Pray for Your Community. *Before we jump into today’s post, I have a request. I have begun working […]