When we find roots of performance-based identity and idolatry in our hearts (or our children’s), we can turn in faith to the only One who did meet the mark—Jesus.

When postpartum anxiety reminds us of our inability to boast in ourselves, we can lean into the Savior whose “power is made perfect in weakness” (2 Cor. 12:9).

When Mother’s Day is a painful reminder of loss, we can trust God to help us walk the tension of “sorrowful, yet always rejoicing” (2 Cor. 6:10).

Loneliness in motherhood is an opportunity to draw near to God in faith and trust him to provide the community we need—even if it’s different than we expected.

When sadness begins to lead us away from the safety and goodness of God’s presence instead of to it, that can be a red flag pointing us to seek deeper help.

God’s gifts of grace are often hidden in the most unexpected places—even amidst our suffering and sorrows.

No matter what he calls us to walk through, God is trustworthy and good, and so we can trade our fears for faith.

Jesus can use the darkness of grief—even the loss of a precious child—to reveal deeper depths of his character and love for us.

When we’re weighed down by responsibilities and pressures, we look to the Savior who sustains us today—and to the hope of his victory over all that overwhelms us.

We can look to Christ—our joy and our strength—and receive his gifts of Scripture, song, and community to help us fight our battles against the winter blues.

When the shame of a past abortion confronts us anew, we find a sure hope and comfort in the blood of Jesus.

As we seek true and lasting joy, Christ shows us the way and serves as our example.