Ezayi 44:3

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The signs Jesus described as “birth pangs,” signal His impending return as they unfold and shape the direction of history. Like labor pains, with mounting strength and frequency, they both usher at the end of the age and more importantly, herald the birth of another age — a glorious era where the King of kings physically governs the world for which He died.

Nature photographer Stephen Proctor asks, do certain landscapes resonate with you more deeply than others? Where do you feel the greatest sense of calm? When does your inner child rise up with wonder and excitement? The answer may reveal something God wants to break out in you.

If you’re like most moms who want their daughters to thrive in the turbulent waters of adolescence, you could use a map, a few survival tips, and a lot of encouragement. In this devotional, New York Times bestselling author Melanie Shankle equips us with biblical truths to overcome our own wounds and fears so we can help our girls become who God created them to be.