This is a heavy question … have ever lost a family member or friend to suicide?
I have.
There’s really no words to express the depth of heartache that goes with this type of grief.
My friend Susan Mead knows this pain all to well. She lost her sister to suicide. While that could have easily paralyzed her life, Susan found God’s grace in the middle of her devastation. She wrote about this in her incredible book Dance with Jesus, From Grief to Grace.
No matter where we are in life, grief hits us from every direction. Whether it’s a bad report from the doctor, a broken relationship, a job loss, a sick child or simply being disappointed in ourselves. Grief can present itself in our everyday lives.
You might question is it really possible to experience the joy of moving from broken to blessed or from grief to grace? Find out the truth through Susan’s powerful words in her beautifully written book Dance with Jesus, From Grief to Grace!
Be sure to click here and check out Susan’s blog today! She is giving away a signed copy of my book, Worthy of a Miracle.
Will you join me today in praying for those who are struggling with health issues? It can be so exhausting physically, mentally and emotionally for those with chronic health issues such as cancer and other diseases. Together lets focus our hearts on those who are sick and hurting, as well as their caregivers, doctors, nurses and medical staff.
Today my sweet friend and author of When a Woman Finds Her Voice, Jo Ann Fore is giving away a signed copy of my book! Enter to WIN here.
And congratulations to Kelley Murphy for winning this custom-made Worthy necklace! Thank you for sharing #WorthyofaMiracle on social media last month.
It’s hard to believe when I look at the above pictures that was me. And now in exactly two weeks I get to celebrate the Worthy of a Miracle book release! Can you say this with me, OUR GOD IS GOOD!
When I was diagnosed with cancer I prayed God would give me more time to share the love of Jesus with the world. I had no idea that would come through multiple miracles in the months and years ahead.
I would love for you to join me on November 10 to celebrate God and his MIRACLES!
Worthy of a Miracle is a two-part book. Part One is about my personal story of God’s physical and spiritual healing in my life. Part Two is more of a guidebook and inspirational practice to deepen our awareness of worthiness and our relationship with Jesus.
Several years ago I woke up in the middle of the night and this acronym popped in my mind. JESUS:Just Live Today, Expect Miracles, Speak Truth, Use Your Gifts, Start Now! I put it in my cell phone and it stayed there for about a year before I ever did anything with it. Then one day when I was really struggling I pulled the acronym out and started journaling about how it applied to my relationship with God. Little did I know that years later this acronym would be in a book! Over the next few weeks I will share more here with you about each letter in the acronym.
This week we are going to focus on the J … Just Live Today. Below is an excerpt out of Worthy of a Miracle, Chapter 13.
“When I was diagnosed with cancer and was afraid I was going to die, I wanted my time back. I wanted to undo the days I’d let slip through my hands . . . the slow and sweet moments with my husband, and the simple and silly moments with my daughter. I would sit on my front porch swing with the sinking feeling (the new reality!) that I only had that very hour, that very day. I could not go backward, and I was not guaranteed a future. I just had “today”.
Looking back, I am finally aware of what a tremendous gift it was to recognize that all I had was that single moment.” (pg. 177)
Focusing on today is one of the key points in Part Two of my book. We all struggle in this fast pace world with actually living in the present moment. I personally get so overwhelmed with my “To Do List” and I constantly stay a day ahead or at least a few hours ahead in my mind.
So how do we actually live in the present moment?
Here are my top 5 Just Live Today habits that help me live in the present moment. (Excerpt from Worthy of a Miracle pg. 179)
For the month of October I am giving away this beautiful custom-made Worthy of a Miracle necklace. Everyone who shares this blog and any #WorthyofaMiracle #JustLiveToday content on social media will be entered to WIN!!!!! Leave me a comment and let me know what #JustLiveToday habit you will begin to practice. If you would like to purchase a Worthy of a Miracle necklace for you or a friend click here!
The WINNER of The Mended Heart by Suzanne Eller is Melissa Chambers who commented on
Time, money, energy, weather, mindset, people …. all of these are valid excuses but will we let them continue to be our stumbling block to not follow through on our goals?
What are you determined to persevere through? Let me know in the comments below and be entered to WIN The Mended Heart by Suzanne Eller. WINNER ANNOUNCED TUESDAY!!!
~Praise for Worthy of a Miracle~
Linda’s story is an amazing example of God’s mighty power and faithfulness. If you’re believing God for something that seems impossible, let this book empower you to believe you are worthy and He is with you! – Lysa TerKeurst, New York Times bestselling author and president of Proverbs 31 Ministries
My friend Linda is what I call “Gospel-strong”! In the pages of Worthy of a Miracle, you will see how in Linda’s weakness, Jesus made her “Gospel-strong”! You will not regret buying this book; you’ll like it so much, you’ll buy five more for your family and friends. – Derwin L. Gray, Lead Pastor Transformation Church, Author of Crazy Grace for Crazy Times Bible Study (Lifeway)
Linda Kuhar is a Certified Christian Life Coach, Board Certified Life Coach, Certified Human Behavior Consultant, Author, Speaker and Mentor. Click here to learn more about coaching with Linda & frequently asked questions.
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I’m inviting you to pray this today: “Search the inner depths of my heart and expose anything that is not of You so I can be set free of it.”Excerpt from Stormie Omartian’s book The Power of Prayer to Change Your Marriage.
What do you need to be set free from?
In my quiet time I was reading Psalm 5:11-12 and part of it reads “Let those who love Your name be joyful and exult in You.” All of a sudden my eyes were opened to a “bad” habit I have. I have a habit of not being joyful, instead I have a habit of anxious thoughts and worrying.
I’ve decided I want to create a new habit of gratitude, thankful and joy filled thoughts to replace my bad habit of anxious and worried thoughts.
Let me know what “bad” habit you have and what new habit you can replace it with?
*I will be announcing giveaway WINNER next Tuesday, be sure to leave a comment to be entered to win The Mended Heart by Suzanne Eller.
~Praise for Worthy of a Miracle~
Linda Kuhar extends an invitation to find an extraordinary God at work in the middle of our ordinary lives. She offers faith, encouragement and, most of all, hope. Whether you’re going through a difficult time or are simply looking for inspiration and a new perspective, Worthy of a Miracle will meet you where you are and help you see what could be. – Holley Gerth, Wall Street Journal Bestselling Author of You’re Already Amazing
I knew Linda’s story would be inspiring, but had no idea how much her book would touch my heart as a woman, a wife, a parent and a believer. Seeing how God orchestrated small and life changing miracles in her life literally moved me to tears as I witnessed the tangible proof of the power of God at work. Her story is a beautiful reminder of God’s sovereignty, packed with scriptural promises and practical steps for growing our relationship with God, while reminding us all that we are worthy of His miracles too. – Tracie Miles, Christian Speaker & Writer, and Author of two best-selling books, Your Life Still Counts: How God Turns Your Past Into A Beautiful Future and Stressed-Less Living: Finding God’s Peace In Your Chaotic World.
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Linda Kuhar is a Certified Christian Life Coach, Board Certified Life Coach, Certified Human Behavior Consultant, Author, Speaker and Mentor. Click here to learn more about coaching with Linda & frequently asked questions.
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Why do we take two steps forward and one step back when working towards our goal? We might need to consider the different factors involved. For example this week I need to look at the difference in the weather, my nutrition and stretching from the previous week.
Coaching tip: When you are working towards your goal do not get discouraged when you have an “off” day. It is part of the process to have good days and bad days. Remember progress not perfection. We must go through growing pains, learning and perseverance to get across the finish line.
Let’s keep up the good work ladies, together we will make it through!
Share with me today your progress and maybe an area that you are struggling in. Let’s talk this through together in the comments below & be entered to win a copy of The Mended Heart by Suzanne Eller.
Linda Kuhar is a Certified Christian Life Coach, Board Certified Life Coach, Certified Human Behavior Consultant, Author, Speaker and Mentor. Click here to learn more about coaching with Linda & frequently asked questions about the experience.
What clients are saying about their personal coaching experience with Linda? Read here.
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Have you seen War Room? Confession: I went twice this weekend!
This movie literally has changed my life. If you have not seen the movie, please go see it.
Will you take the challenge with me to step up and be more disciplined in your prayer life? I know when I sincerely meet with God, I leave a changed woman every single time. I’m not saying it will be easy, but I promise it is worth it.
No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it. Hebrews 12:11
While discipline is so important for us to achieve our goals, it is even more important in our time with God. Our prayer lives must be top priority.
Let me know how disciplined you are in your prayer life or do you need to step it up with me? How might that impact the goals you are trying to achieve? Everyone who comments will be entered toWIN The Mended Heart by Suzanne Eller.
Linda Kuhar is a Certified Christian Life Coach, Board Certified Life Coach, Certified Human Behavior Consultant, Author, Speaker and Mentor. Click here to learn more about coaching with Linda & frequently asked questions.
What clients are saying about their personal coaching experience with Linda? Read here.
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I’m really embarrassed to show you the training video clip at the end … but I think it’s important to let you see me struggling because achieving our goals is not always pretty.
Today’s coaching tip is about redefining our goals.
A few weeks ago we set our goals. My goal is to run a half marathon on Nov. 8, just two days before my book release! But in the back of my mind I had another goal that was kind of blurry. It was to run the half marathon at a certain pace … a pace that is way to fast for me. I’m a pretty SLOW runner and the goal is unrealistic. Honestly, most people walk faster than I run!
So every time I go out for a run I keep putting extra pressure on myself because I’m comparing myself to whether or not I can achieve a faster pace. It’s really silly because my goal is to complete the half marathon period. It doesn’t matter how fast I run it. Just like selling my book, it does not matter how many books are sold, the only thing that matters is that I was obedient to what God called me to do, which was to write the book.
Today I want to encourage you to take a little time and really think about your goal. Do you need to redefine it?
Or are you someone who set a goal but then got off track and said maybe I’ll start later?
What is God speaking to your heart today about your goals? Everyone who comments will be entered to WIN!
This months give away is this awesome book by Suzanne Eller, The Mended Heart.
Linda Kuhar is a Certified Christian Life Coach, Board Certified Life Coach, Certified Human Behavior Consultant, Author, Speaker and Mentor. Click here to learn more about coaching with Linda & frequently asked questions about the experience.
What clients are saying about their personal coaching experience with Linda? Read here.
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Who is pushing or challenging you just a little bit to take it up a notch so that you are accomplishing your goals?
Are you slacking off or are you stretching yourself just enough for success?
For me to really push myself enough to make a difference in my training, I meet with my friend Stephanie to run with from time to time. She is much stronger and faster than I am so it’s challenging for me to keep up with her. But in the end it is so worth it to keep me moving forward in my goal … to run 13.1 miles at the Savannah Rock-n-Roll Marathon on Nov. 8. only 2 days before Worthy of a Miracle book release!(I cannot believe it’s already on Amazon. Check it out here)
My friend Stephanie not only challenges me, but she always speaks truth to me by encouraging me and building me up. Stephanie often times believes in me more than I believe in myself. I like to say everyone needs a “Stephanie” in their life.
Leave me a comment and let me know how you are pushing yourself or how you’ll begin to step it up a notch so that you can accomplish your goals.
Let’s speak this affirmation together … I AM WORTHY! You are worthy my friend to accomplish your dreams and goals. You are not alone, we are in this together!
Linda Kuhar is a Certified Christian Life Coach, Board Certified Life Coach, Certified Human Behavior Consultant, Author, Speaker and Mentor. Click here to learn more about coaching with Linda & frequently asked questions about the experience.
What clients are saying about their personal coaching experience with Linda? Read here.
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