I had another post written for today that some of you may have seen already. However, in light of the things going on in Ukraine, I’ve decided to save that other post for next week and take time to pray for our brothers and sisters abroad.

We’re celebrating two years of the Lord’s faithfulness to this ministry!

Well, that’s a wrap for another year. I pray you all have an incredible holiday reflecting on the wondrous gift of Jesus’ birth and our salvation that comes from that. Take time to explore His story throughout the Scriptures and marvel at the detail He puts into everything. I am now on holiday until Wednesday, January 5th. I look forward to reconnecting with you all and sharing some surprises upon my return. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!Hope in Him, Rachel

There are many conflicting emotions and opinions surrounding this Truth and Reconciliation Day. It’s hard to know how to react among everything else that’s been thrown at us these past couple of years. However, in light of that, I would like to take this post today to look to Jesus.

… I am so excited to share with you that the first draft of the book is officially written! The Lord has finished this part of our story. I would like to introduce you to (insert drumroll here): …

We’re taking a sweet summer break!

I never used to be great at journaling. I didn’t really see the point when I was younger. All I understood of journaling was writing about all my crushes growing up (yes, there were many!) or recording all my woes in life. It was a way to vent without complaining to others. Now I realize that’s there is great value and purpose to it. Come find out why. (There’s a little upcoming surprise in there too!)

Click on this post to learn more about Rachel’s upcoming speaking engagement and how you can join!

My heart ached and I felt like it was…could it be…an invitation from Jesus? I stood still, tears flowing, heart and mind racing.

Yay, Hope Through Hard Times is celebrating its one year anniversary! God has been so good and so faithful. It has been an absolute joy to share all the posts that we have with you this year. We pray that they have been a source of encouragement, discipleship, comfort, joy, and blessing to you all. We trust that God has worked in your life, and pray that He has become Lord of your life. It was an absolute pleasure to introduce our Comfort Boxes to you as well! Thank you to all those who purchased one since the launch. We were greatly blessed by your interest and support. We sold 31 so far! All praise to the Lord for great beginnings.So what’s next? Well, there are a few changes coming up that we wanted to let you know about:We will only be posting twice a week. We’re switching up the…