• EncouragingU

    A Place to Refresh your Spirit

  • EncouragingU

    A Place to Refresh your Spirit

  • EncouragingU

    A Place to Refresh your Spirit

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Self Doubt
Self Doubt
by   August 21, 2026 with No Comments

Who hasn’t struggled with self doubt at times? We all struggle. Here is a short video to help you understand … Continue Reading…

Always Welcome
Always Welcome
by   August 21, 2026 with No Comments

By Ed Traut Hebrews 4:16 Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive … Continue Reading…

Bible Teachers 5K
Bible Teachers 5K
by   August 20, 2026 with No Comments

By David Freeze Bible Teacher’s 5K and more    I caught up with Lynn Furr, treasurer for the South Rowan … Continue Reading…

Waiting
Waiting
by   August 19, 2026 with No Comments

By Lynna Clark This is my gardening bench, patiently waiting for Spring. Pots are ready. Dirt is on standby. Spades … Continue Reading…

Initiation!!!
Initiation!!!
by   August 18, 2026 with No Comments

In the Boy Scouts I was initiated and I was a part of many boys’ initiation. But this one… this … Continue Reading…

When God is Hard to See
When God is Hard to See
by   August 17, 2026 with No Comments

Max Lucado tells you what to do when God is hard to see. Listen and learn!

Learning by Example
Learning by Example
by   August 16, 2026 with No Comments

By Ashlie Miller Summer may be for leisure, but this summer I did a lot of learning in the form … Continue Reading…

Skunks and Missionaries
Skunks and Missionaries
by   August 15, 2026 with No Comments

By Doug Creamer Skunks and Missionaries             We were out late the other evening, but we had our dinner planned … Continue Reading…

EncouragingU: Summer Stories

Do you need a break from the winter blahs? Check out our book, EncouragingU: Summer Stories. Our hope is that you will carry this book to the beach, the mountains, your front porch, or wherever summer travels take you. Our hope is that God speaks to your heart as you read, stirring up summer memories and the joys of summer that you savor. Be encouraged! Be refreshed! From the writers at EncouragingU.com!
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An EncouragingU Christmas

Our book will help prepare your heart for the most special time of the year. It's a great book to share with family and friends. Order it now so you will be ready when the season rolls around.
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Dr. Jim Howard is a retired pastor who often created sayings that helped you remember key concepts. Over time they became known as "Jim-isms"