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No Do-Overs: Live Life
We become spectacular new creations of hope through our brokenness—a stain-glass of imperfection, reflecting hope in Jesus Christ.
Karisa Moore
Jan 106 min read
Growing Forward
When we allow ourselves to remain open despite past hurts or losses, we create space for new connections.
Karisa Moore
Oct 19, 20244 min read
The Temptation of "If"
The constant "What ifs" made it all about me and left very little room for God.
Karisa Moore
May 10, 20247 min read
Ignite the Journey:Contentment
God wants the best for each of us. Most times it takes a releasing of control to truly receive God's good gifts for us.
Karisa Moore
Jan 19, 20245 min read
Unwrapping Jesus
n the past I have been surprised to have the Holy Spirit's encouragement to "dream bigger" while stepping out in faith.
Karisa Moore
Dec 30, 20234 min read
Nurtured and Grown By God
For much of my childhood I chose to stay in the background, hoping no one would notice me.
Karisa Moore
Sep 29, 20234 min read
Course Correction
"Consider it a sheer gift, friends, when tests and challenges come at you from all sides. You know that under pressure, your faith-life...
Karisa Moore
Jul 29, 20236 min read
The Temptation of "If"
"He put a new song in my mouth, a song of praise to our God. Many will see and fear, and put their trust in the LORD" (Psalm 40:3 ESV)....
Karisa Moore
May 27, 20236 min read
The Temptation of "If"
In God's hands, we can transition from paralyzing doubt toward anticipating a life amid God's abundant goodness.
Karisa Moore
Nov 27, 20216 min read
Anger Not Required
My anger at God was precipitated by the litany of challenges I had been facing. Could I trust God again?
Karisa Moore
Sep 25, 20215 min read
Training Ground of Suffering
Two children. Two surgeries. One summer.The surgeon's plan was set.
Karisa Moore
Jun 26, 20216 min read
Bravery for Course Correction
Many of the brave decisions we make as followers of Jesus are in the little choices we make moment by moment.
Karisa Moore
May 29, 20215 min read
Reading Scripture to Know Jesus
Finally, I have come to the place where scripture is interwoven into my daily living. It never ceases to amaze me.
Karisa Moore
May 1, 20215 min read
Placing Myself Where the Action Is
I have learned to listen to God's prompting and lean into the lives of others because He wants them to know God sees and values them.
Karisa Moore
Mar 6, 20215 min read
Light in the Tunnel
A family trip to a local indoor waterpark produced a valuable image to help my surviving son and me persevere. It was shortly after his big
Karisa Moore
Feb 6, 20216 min read
No Do-Overs, Keep Living
My heart is gravely aware of evil, but faith reminds me of the trustworthiness of God's plan and purpose.
Karisa Moore
Jan 16, 20215 min read
Expecting the Presence of Jesus
Jesus has comforted and revealed His presence to me in many different situations.
Karisa Moore
Dec 26, 20204 min read
Creating a Centerpiece of Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving has become an important part of my life, and I practice it beyond just a few weeks in November. In today’s turmoil, it is easy
Karisa Moore
Dec 5, 20203 min read
Weary of Darkness, Adjusting to Light
After six years of writing, mostly about finding hope in the darkness that is depression and suicide, I was excited to experience....
Karisa Moore
Nov 14, 20205 min read
Planted, Watered, And Grown By God
I had long since determined I was a rough sketch without meaning or purpose. I could not yet see the concrete creative path God designed...
Karisa Moore
Oct 3, 20204 min read
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