Inspiring Joy
Michelle Ruddell
Author | Speaker
Explore insights and stories that inspire resilience and positivity, even in the toughest times.
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I’ve Never Been Mistaken for a Runner
I've never been mistaken for a runner. The only races I run are figurative. Like sprinters at the sound of the starter's pistol, I often begin new tasks with a burst of energy and enthusiasm. I make incredible progress—until a hurdle appears. (still figurative...
Why the Title, “Bits of Glass”?
Have you ever looked through the "wrong" end of a kaleidoscope? This backward view shows nothing but bits of glass. However, when you look through the "right" end, the reflection of light through those same bits and pieces creates spectacular, beautiful,...
Have I got a Story…….
I Have a Story to Tell I have a story to tell. I have a story of God’s faithfulness experienced through betrayal. I have a story of God’s provision learned in time of need. I have a story of God’s comfort present in time of deepest sorrow....
An Incredible Adventure
My mind and heart have been full the last few days thinking about the trip I was part of this summer. Our team spent about two weeks in Southeast Asia, training teachers. The pastor and founder of the school we worked in was supposed to be here in Waco this weekend....
A Neighbor’s Words
Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you. Ephesians 4:31-32 My eyes were dry from days...
Touch Every Base
Eager little boys hung on every word the man said. Their eyes were sparkling with anticipation and excitement. They could hardly wait for the coach to finish explaining so they could run and hit and throw. Parents stood to the side, proudly watching...
Easter Sunday, 1997
Easter Sunday, 1997 I watched my two little girls enjoying their baskets that the Easter bunny had brought. We sat in the living room, me in pajamas, the girls in mismatched play clothes. We tried to be quiet so we would not awaken the sleeping giant that was my...
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