Shining the Light
of Hope
into Dark Places
Hope is Powerful
Welcome to the Blog!
Do you need an infusion of HOPE? The blog is where I share personal anecdotes and testimonials of the faithfulness of God in the midst of struggles such as – serious health issues, infertility, a prodigal daughter, caring for her disabled spouse, and becoming a widow – that could cause despair. I share from my heart how God gives me transforming hope to, not just survive these difficult situations, but to overcome and enjoy an abundant life even before the circumstances change.
28 Ways to Show Love and Honor
Make your love about more than just words. This series will give you practical ways to show your love and honor to those who mean the most to you.
L-Learn to Laugh at Yourself-ABCs of How Take Care of Yourself
Karen Sebastian learned from personal experience the importance of laughter. Laughter is the gift you give yourself and everyone around you. It comes as a result of a changed perspective and a strong decision to see the humor in every situation. It’s not easy to do and yet, you can improve your odds of coming through the caregiving journey with greater strength and a sharpened wit.
CONVENIENT – Five Minute Friday
This blog is part of the Five Minute Friday community. Please join us as we write for 5 minutes on a word provided. Don't overthink it. Simply take it and run. You will be amazed and pleased what results from moving past your convenience, your comfort zone as you...
K-Kickstart Your Day with Affirmations – ABCs of How to Take Care of Yourself
How do you start your day? Kick start your day with affirmations and life-giving words. Be kind to yourself. Karen Sebastian inspires you all to choose your words wisely, flip your current perspective and make a difference to bring hope to all you meet.
J – Journal – Capture Thoughts – ABCs of How to Take Care of Yourself
Karen Sebastian shares her story of writing in the midst of the caregiving journal to capture her thoughts and rise above the situation. You can too!
I – Infuse Hope into the Atmosphere – ABCs of How to Take Care of Yourself
We find ourselves standing where we always hoped we might stand—out in the wide open spaces of God’s grace and glory, standing tall and shouting our praise. Romans 5:3 MSG A few weeks after bringing my first husband, Bill, home from the hospital after 8 days in the...
Getting a Hope Infusion
Are you feeling discouraged as you start the new year. Here are a few questions to ask yourself and answer in order to get to the next level of hope. Flip the HOPE switch. It will make a huge difference in every aspect of your life.
H-Have a Good Cry – ABCs of How to Take Care of Yourself
Karen Sebastian (The Hope Lady) shares her life experiences as a caregiver and gives you full permission to have a “good cry” when you need it. Stop being the strong one and depend on the Lord for comfort. He is collecting the tears and giving you what you need to keep going forward as a caregiver.
G – Go Outside – ABCs of Taking Care of Yourself
I'm convinced that there is a parallel universe in hospital waiting rooms. The fluorescent lights buzz and cast a ghostly pallor on your complexion. Of course, after days of sitting in the waiting area outside of the Intensive Care Unit you really don't care that much...
STILL – Five Minute Friday
Be still, and know that I am God! I will be honored by every nation. I will be honored throughout the world. Psalm 46:10 New Living Translation Here it is in The Passion Translation: Surrender your anxiety! Be silent and stop your striving and you will see that I am...
