Girlfriends in God Archives

Mary, Jesus' devoted follower, poured expensive perfume on His feet, defying criticism from others. Her extravagant act of worship was not about...

Jesus' defense of Mary, a woman who was not allowed to participate in a gathering with men, is a powerful reminder that true importance lies not in...

Mary Southerland shares her heartwarming story of watching her grandson take his first steps, mirroring the process of trusting God even when faced...

Sharon Jaynes shares a powerful story from the Bible about Jesus' encounter with a Samaritan woman, highlighting the importance of personal...

Mary Southerland invites readers to reframe their understanding of "rest in peace" from a funeral phrase to a daily state of inner calm, trusting...

Mary Southerland shares her personal journey of discovering the unconditional love of Jesus Christ, which transformed her life and helped her to...

Jesus' decision to visit Samaria, a region considered unclean by Jewish law, was not driven by geography but by divine destiny. This pivotal moment...

Greed can have a devastating impact on our lives, causing a "foul stench" that contaminates every emotion and creates a toxic environment. By...

A Samaritan woman, rejected by her community and struggling with emotional emptiness, encounters Jesus at Jacob's well, who offers her living water...

Mary Southerland shares how life's tiny irritations can be transformed into valuable treasures, and how she learned to find beauty in unexpected...

Romans 8:28 is a powerful verse that has been both loved and despised by those struggling with difficult situations, yet it holds a profound truth...

Mary Southerland shares a powerful truth from her personal experience as a mother watching her son transform into a confident football player,...

Mary Southerland invites readers to re-evaluate their commitment to reading and studying the Bible, asking if it has a higher place in their lives...

A young girl's innocent yet powerful declaration of faith, "Jesus loves me this I know," brings comfort and hope to those around her, reminding us...

Mary Southerland shares how her work experiences have taught her valuable life lessons, including responsibility, relationships, and serving...