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My voice caught in my throat, my eyes started to leak, and my body trembled as I stood facing my manager. Past the lump in my throat and...
Kathleen Knapp
Sep 152 min read
Rejoice - Always?
When we understand the hope we have in Jesus, we can experience joy, even in our suffering.
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Kathleen Knapp
Aug 202 min read
The Freedom of Grace
Do you ever feel like you’ve blown it? Today, I got furious—loud voice, defensive words, anger, tears, and regret. Wow, I sure blew up!...
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Kathleen Knapp
Jul 152 min read
God Is Our Helper
The task seemed so simple. I’d done this a million times before, but nothing worked today. I felt frustrated and angry and was in tears....
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Kathleen Knapp
Jun 152 min read
Majestic Mountains
My husband and I recently drove through the Canadian Rocky Mountains. As we approached the foothills, we could see the snow-capped peaks...
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Kathleen Knapp
May 244 min read
Betrayed By A Friend But Redeemed
I opened the email from my friend and read the words in disbelief. Instead of a cheery letter full of news, she wrote to me of hurt,...
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Kathleen Knapp
May 112 min read
My Heart Is Like A Garden
Anyone who knows me well, knows I love my garden, but I don’t really like gardening. LOL However, today, I sunk my fingers into the wet...
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Kathleen Knapp
Apr 83 min read
Tears Dripped Off My Chin
As I viewed my Facebook ‘memories’ one morning, one of the pictures brought me to tears with fresh grief. I cried as I viewed the photos...
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Kathleen Knapp
Mar 153 min read
Guarding Your Mind: The Battle for Your Thoughts.
The tension in my temples begins to slowly squeeze my head as I feel a headache building. My breathing becomes shallow and tight. My...
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Kathleen Knapp
Feb 163 min read
How To Cope With a Panic Attack When Grief Overwhelms You
I remember my first panic attack. I was scared. Fear engulfed me. The tightness in my chest, struggling to breathe, feeling faint, my...
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Kathleen Knapp
Jan 112 min read
Finding Your Identity Again, After Loss...
When we face loss, grief, or changes in circumstances in our lives, we sometimes lose our identity. Our perception of ourselves...
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Kathleen Knapp
Dec 1, 20233 min read
Conquering The Fears In My Dreams
I awoke from my sleep with tears in my eyes and a cry on my lips. It was still dark. It took my brain a few moments to realize it was...
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Kathleen Knapp
Nov 13, 20232 min read
"Embracing Wisdom: A Journey of Humility and Growth"
Most of us don’t like to be told what to do. I know I don’t. Looking back on my younger years, I have some regrets. I made some poor life...
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Kathleen Knapp
Oct 29, 20232 min read
Autumn Reflections
The days get shorter, the nights longer, and the air cooler, As the season changes, the natural world prepares To rest. "There is a time...
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Kathleen Knapp
Oct 13, 20233 min read
"Do You Trust Me?" ~ God
Have you ever felt like you couldn’t trust God? I have. When my life plans haven't gone the way I thought they should. When my prayers...
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Kathleen Knapp
Oct 1, 20232 min read
Giving Thanks
Giving thanks in Canada as we enjoy the bounty of fall. “Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.” Psalm 107:1...
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Kathleen Knapp
Jul 28, 20232 min read
God's Glory is in Your Story!
Many of us have a testimony of God's goodness in our lives. But do you ever suffer from Imposter Syndrome? Imposter Syndrome is a...
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Kathleen Knapp
Jul 21, 20233 min read
God's Presence is With You Wherever You Go.
Today is the anniversary of the day my son died. That night the phone woke me in the middle of the night. My husband called, asking me to...
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Kathleen Knapp
Jul 7, 20233 min read
No Mountains Without Valleys
Last summer we travelled in the Canadian Rocky Mountains. The white snowy mountain peaks are stunning in the bright sunlight against the...
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Kathleen Knapp
Jun 23, 20232 min read
When Words are Few, God Inspires
Do you struggle with feeling like an imposter? Sometimes I don’t feel worthy to be writing about God. After all, who am I? I certainly...
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Kathleen Knapp
Jun 16, 20232 min read
Successful Endings and Joyful Beginnings
June is the beginning of the hot, lazy days of summer in the northern hemisphere. A season of weddings, reunions, picnics, and parties....
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Kathleen Knapp
Jun 9, 20232 min read
Being a Mother is a Tough Job
The hours are long, the work is hard, and monetary compensation is non-existent. Early mornings, late nights, endless housework,...
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Kathleen Knapp
May 26, 20232 min read
Weird Conversations in My Mind
“Be still and know that I am God” Psalm 46:10 Relax. Take some time for yourself to pause and enjoy a few moments outside. Breathe in the...
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Kathleen Knapp
May 12, 20237 min read
Thank you Mom, For the Love of Words
For Mother's Day this year, I am sharing a piece about my mom. It's a bit longer than my usual blog but I hope you'll appreciate why...
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