In a world that often urges us to rush, achieve, and move forward, there’s a profound beauty in the art of waiting—a concept explored in depth in our new faith-based journal, “Marinate in the Wait.” If you’re looking to add a new element of depth to your personal reflection time, then the “Marinate in the Wait” Signature Quote Journal is for you. This carefully crafted journal, featuring 125 pages of reflective space, is a sanctuary for those seeking inspiration, stirring quotes, and a deeper connection with their faith journey. The quotes written in this Signature journal hold such deep and ..read more

Are you feeling worn and directionless in who you are? if so, today we are unpacking identity Undoubtedly, this battle is a raging war that is nestled deep within our inner man. The desire for identity is an innate and intrinsic desire given by God. The person who is settled and secure in their identity realizes that they are an instrument in the hands of God and thus, they are aware that their presence brings impact in the lives of others. Helping me to unpack identity is an old dear friend, Dr. Hannah – a Certified Life Coach – who brings a fresh perspective on the multifaceted aspects of id ..read more

Lord give me the peace to release… I remember the first time those words came out. I was on my knees in prayer and was bouncing between feeling a burning fury and knowing that I had to continue being silent in this season. Where was peace? I certainly had none! This battle was not mine, it was the Lords.  Had I responded the way I wanted to – in that furnace of fury – I would have muddied my witness and gave full reign to the enemy to use and taint my tongue and spirit. Just imagine…the victory would have been his, and my spirit would have been robbed. Fury would have begot ..read more

Dear Friends, I’m thrilled to announce that Season 4 of the She’s Marked Podcast is here…and so am I! Months have passed since being in this space, and while I do apologize for the sudden “ghosting”, I’ve been spending quite some time reflecting; reflecting on the direction for this work, and where I should best exert my energies and focus. With that, the bulk of my energy will go toward the podcast and curating quality products for The MRKD Store. Will you continue to get articles to your inbox? Absolutely! However, note that this will not occur as often in this new season. A “season” What ..read more

Today we are digging into the stretching and profound heart lessons in pain and marriage.  Now, this month may be for the Moms, but today’s episode with Jessie DiVola is for the Wives. Come sit with us for this vulnerable and deep heart-to-heart. There isn’t a relationship that shows you yourself and activates stretching quite like marriage does. What happens when you and your spouse are unequally yoked? What happens when you are facing the worst and have nothing left to give or hope for? How can God take each little broken piece and not only make them whole but renew your heart and mind ..read more

How many children do you have?  Two  How old are your child(ren) OR how long have you been a mom? 23 & 18 Are you a mom of girls, boys, or both? Adult Sons Hello, my beautiful friends. My name is Angela Lawley. I’m so happy to share my life and a little about myself with you. I have been married for 24 years to my college sweetheart Ryan, and I have two adult sons, Nicholas and Aiden, ages 23 and 18. My husband and I own our business teaching music lessons to children and some adults. It has been my joy to connect with moms throughout the years. That’s how my Ministry ..read more

Waiting is by far, one of the most excruciating things to do The silence. The stillness. The unknown. It really can be crazy making. There is something that is rustling within us as we wait, that makes us want to move, to act. When we can do neither of these, or when doing them doesn’t change our circumstance, what exactly do we do? We marinate. Marinating in the wait is an art that consists of equal parts trust and maturity. One recognizes that waiting doesn’t necessarily imply the absence of movement. There is something miraculous that happens when we are placed on God’s waiting list. We mar ..read more

How many children do you have? I have 3 kids. How old are your child(ren) OR how long have you been a mom? Ages 3, 4 & 5 Are you a mom of girls, boys, or both? 2 boys are my sons, and I keep my niece every day. How has fierce faith driven you to intercede for, stand with, or fight against on behalf of you and or your family – in spite of what things looked like in the natural? My husband and I have always shared a dream of owning a large family farm. The first time we discussed it was one of the few times that we hung out in the course of the two weeks that we’d known each ..read more

How many children do you have?    Two How old are your child(ren) OR how long have you been a mom?  15 and 14 years old Are you a mom of girls, boys, or both? I am the mom of 2 boys How has fierce faith driven you to intercede for, stand with, or fight against on behalf of you and or your family – in spite of what things looked like in the natural? I am an “old” mom and fierce faith brought me to motherhood. I prayed for a husband and children for many years and stood in faith while waiting. I got married at 40 years old and had my first son at 41 after miscarrying my ..read more

How many children do you have?    I have two children. How old are your child(ren) OR how long have you been a mom?   6 & 4 Are you a mom of girls, boys, or both?  Boys (Logan (6) and Abraham (4)) How has fierce faith driven you to intercede for, stand with, or fight against on behalf of you and or your family – in spite of what things looked like in the natural? I didn’t always understand that life is spiritual and the importance of prayer, until I became a mom. The love for my children made me go to the cross even more for them. Realizing the battle st ..read more