by Jennifer Hallmark | Mar 3, 2026 | A Smidgen of Hope, Blogs/Podcasts
“The beautiful spring came, and when Nature resumes her loveliness, the human soul is apt to revive also.” —Harriet Ann Jacobs My soul needs revival. Winter has seemed extra long this year, and my innermost being is cold. Weary. Discouraged. But as spring approaches...
by Jennifer Hallmark | Feb 24, 2026 | A Smidgen of Hope, Blogs/Podcasts
“Abba, into your hands I entrust my body, mind, and spirit and this entire day–morning, afternoon, evening, and night. Whatever you want of me, I want of me, falling into You and trusting You in the midst of my life. Into your heart I entrust my heart,...
by Jennifer Hallmark | Feb 17, 2026 | A Smidgen of Hope, Blogs/Podcasts
“Our culture says that ruthless competition is the key to success. Jesus says that ruthless compassion is the purpose of our journey.” Brennan Manning Our next quote from the book, Ruthless Trust, is probably the best. Instead of the ruthless competition...
by Jennifer Hallmark | Feb 10, 2026 | A Smidgen of Hope, Blogs/Podcasts
This quote from Brennan Manning’s book, Ruthless Trust, floored me. “–why reproach myself for my lack of trust? Why waste time beating myself up for something I cannot affect? What does lie within my power is paying attention to the faithfulness of...
by Jennifer Hallmark | Feb 4, 2026 | A Smidgen of Hope, Blogs/Podcasts
I read numerous books each year, both fiction and nonfiction. I love engaging my emotions and mind while reading. Ruthless Trust by Brennan Manning does both. Over the coming weeks, I’m going to share quotes from this thought-provoking book. I hope you’ll...
by Jennifer Hallmark | Jan 28, 2026 | A Smidgen of Hope, Blogs/Podcasts
Sometimes, I think the hardest part of life is making decisions. They can be as simple as deciding where to stop and buy a cup of coffee, or as difficult as: Should I sell my home? Go to college? Which book should I work on? Market more? Pitch to publishers? How do I...
