Author: Lori Schumaker

As a wife, mom, teacher, friend, and writer, my desire is to encourage others to seek hope. Pointing others to Jesus brings me joy. Writing about the hope of Jesus is my focus. It’s because of this that I am excited to welcome you as a friend as you struggle through brokenness, celebrate life’s joys, and grow to know Jesus more.

Sometimes the hurt is so deep and the problems so big, joy feels impossible. But is it? Holding onto Joy When Life Hurts will encourage you to let moments of joy fuel you forward and give you hope. -Lori Schumaker

Holding onto Abundant Joy When Life Hurts

How do we hold onto joy — abundant joy — when life hurts? Is it all about laughter and fake smiles? Or is it about something far deeper and more meaningful than that? When Joy Feels Anything but Abundant As the afternoon faded and the evening began, the weight of the day began its descent…