EMILY WICKHAM began her writing and speaking journey in 2005. She writes for Lifeway Christian Resources and enjoys serving the Lord as an author, speaker, and podcaster. She teaches via Indestructible Life, a podcast where women discover the life Jesus is and treasure the life God's Word gives. Emily also shares brief messages about the return of Christ on her YouTube channel. Please connect with Emily by subscribing below to her blog, Heart Stirrings.
MERCIFUL, AN AMAZING YEAR, SHAREABLE LINKS, & MORE
Through His body, Jesus provided the means for us to be eternally reconciled to God. #Mercy #Ministry #SpiritualGrowth Share on XDear Friends,
Something special happens when we review God’s wonderful deeds on our behalf. Reflecting on the ways He has worked in the past provides tremendous encouragement for today, and it also grants hope for tomorrow. So, I’m overjoyed to share this recap of God’s movement in and through Proclaiming Him to Women in 2024. Praise His matchless name! And thank you for remaining such a valuable part of this ministry…
The Glory of Jesus: Merciful
“Wherefore in all things it behoved him to be made like unto his brethren, that he might be a merciful and faithful high priest in things pertaining to God, to make reconciliation for the sins of the people.’” (Hebrews 2:17, KJV).
God made Jesus like us. This astounding truth evidences God’s merciful heart, proving He cares compassionately for each of us. Our Savior didn’t enter earth solely as God—He came wrapped in flesh and blood. Fully God and fully Man, the Lord Jesus Christ completely understands our experience.
Jesus knew the limitations and endurance of wearing a human body. He also weathered the emotional and mental aspects of humanity. As for His spiritual wellbeing, Jesus demonstrated dependence on His Father, and their intimate relationship enables us to recognize our need for the same.
Hebrews 2:7 clarifies that because Jesus was like us, He is a merciful and faithful high priest. And oh, how His mercy resonates with me right now. The Lord knows we’re human. He understands our frailties. He realizes our tendency to fail. Yet in every sin we commit, He is merciful. Praise His matchless name.
Through His body, Jesus provided the means for us to be eternally reconciled to God.
Highlights of 2024
FEBRUARY
- God blessed me with a literary agent, Bob Hostetler.
- The Lord turned my conversations with Our Daily Bread Publishing, which began in June 2023, into a contract for my title, Portraits of Prayer.
- I attended the National Religious Broadcasters Convention in Nashville, TN.
MAY
- I contracted for another Journey assignment.
- I attended a fabulous podcasting class, taught by Linda Goldfarb, at the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference.
JULY – The Lord enabled me to submit my Portraits of Prayer manuscript early.
SEPTEMBER – Homelife included another one of my articles.
OCTOBER – My editor for Our Daily Bread Publishing gave excellent feedback on Portraits of Prayer.
God greatly blessed Proclaiming Him to Women in 2024. Praise His matchless name!
On a more personal note…
- April 8: The Lord took my precious dad home. Although I miss him so very much, I continue to rejoice in his presence with the Lord. It will be such a delight to reunite with Dad and Mom when we’re all with the Lord one day.
- September 21: My sweet girl married the love of her life.
- October 1: Mark and I signed a contract to sell our home in Newton, NC.
- November 2(me) and November 8 (Mark): We moved to the coast.
- December 10: We’re scheduled to close on our new home.
Whew! It’s been an amazing year in SO many ways! And God is good All. The. Time.
Shareable Links
I thought it might be helpful to list links to various writings, videos, and podcasts from 2024. May the Lord use one or more to encourage and strengthen you in your faith, and as always, please feel free to share. Also, I value your prayers as I seek to re-engage in ministry from a new home, a new office, and a new life season. May God be glorified.
BLOG POSTS
PRAYER STARTERS (Free Printable)
INDESTRUCTIBLE LIFE
- Joseph: A Place We Would not Choose
- From Humbled to Exalted | Genesis 41:1-46
- How to Guard Your Heart | Genesis 41:46-42:24
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Please pray as I have eight devotions due January 15, 2025. Due to the busyness detailed above, I’ve struggled to write these pieces. I often get stressed and try to write in my own strength—despite past experience that this does not work! I appreciate your prayers as I seek to rely on the Holy Spirit once again, trusting HE will give every edifying word.
Until Next Time
May the joy of Jesus’ birth capture your heart all throughout the Christmas season. And may the love He IS embrace you in new ways.
In Christ’s Love,
