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A Message From Hope And A Giveaway!

April 11, 2013

Hey everyone! Hope TerKeurst here – I’m taking over my mom’s Encouragement for Today devotion AND her blog for the day. So we’re gonna have a lot of fun together.

If there’s one thing I love to do, it’s spend quality time with others. Whether it’s with my friends, my family, or someone I just met, I love to take time to see what’s going on in their world. It’s fun and I find a lot of fulfillment in it. So when my mom and I had the opportunity to work on a book together, I was really excited to get started.

Now that What Happens When Young Women Say Yes to God has been released, I want to share a little excerpt from the book with you. Maybe it will help you to have an encouraging conversation with a young woman in your life about her relationship with God.

“What do you want to be when you grow up?” 
Believe me, this is a question you’ll hear often as you make your way through high school. I have friends who let that question take over their thoughts, decisions, and worries, but I want to share with you a different way to look toward the future.
Try asking “Who do you want to be?”
That’s the question I focus on because it challenges me to find my identity and path in God and not through circumstances. Maybe another way to say that is: Whose do you want to be?
I want to be God’s daughter now and in the future.
At any given moment, if I’m striving to seek God’s will and trust His leading, I am doing the right thing. Someone recently asked me how I made the decision to do my first mission trip.
When I look at that time in my life, I clearly see God’s leading and intervention. The opportunity presented itself through a school requirement. I’m a planner, and I always think through my next steps, but in this case, I just went for it. I had no idea what I was heading into, but God gave me a great peace and the strength to say yes.
This ended up being a life-changing, faith-building, passion- forming event. I would’ve missed this vital part of my story if I had given over to fears sparked by the “what” questions. What will happen when I’m there? What will it be like to not have the comforts of home? What if I’m not good at this?
We can ask these questions until we make ourselves sick with worry, or we can embrace the yes life and the extraordinary story God is calling us to experience. As for me, I plan to keep asking who I want to be and whose I want to be. When I look beyond the world’s expectations and toward God’s best for me personally, the future is bright, exciting, purposeful, and incredibly inviting.
Will you join me in the yes adventure?
 Let’s look forward together…fearless and faithful.

I know my mom usually does Friday Favorites, but this week, I’m doing a fun giveaway with all of my favorite things to enjoy the Spring weather!

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It includes…
– A Starbucks gift card
– My favorite nail polish color
– Tote bag
– Sun hat
– Necklace
– A copy of What Happens When Young Women Say Yes to God

Just leave a comment below telling me who you would give this to and why. I can’t wait to read your responses!
Hope

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1,900 Comments
  1. Reagan Collier

    I would give this to my mom 🙂 she has worked her life away making sure I have always gotten to do what I wanted and put me through college! My inspiration and role model!

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    • Rachelle

      Hi, I have a friend from church who has a 17 yo daughter who is on a rocky path I life and just left home. My friend has another daughter who is obviously being affected by the actions of her older sister and has started to have negative actions . She is a very sweet, compassionate young lady who needs all the encouragement and love she can get right now. I would give the gift pack/book to her in hopes that she will realize the plan God has for her. Thank you, Rachelle

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  2. Dena Neely

    I would give this to my daughter Shelby Lynn she is 15 years old & struggling with a lot of issues. Thank you for your time & consideration….:0) God Bless!!

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  3. Elena

    I would give this a really good friend’s daughter. She’s a 15 year old freshman and is a really good girl. She at times seems a little lost and is a bit of a follower. I would like to give her some encouragement to run hard after God!

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  4. Jean Ancell

    I would give this to my granddaughter (who will be 13 this month) as a reminder that she has the most precious Heavenly Father who loves her unconditionally no matter what. HE will not leave us like some of her “friends” today do. She loves Starbucks and girls girl stuff. I had here chose a devotional for Youth on YouVersion so we have th same thing to read daily and can discuss the topic when she calls me every evening prior to going to bed.

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  5. Melissa

    I would give it to My 17 year old daughter Jordan. Thank you Hope!

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  6. Jennifer

    I would give this to my this my 13 yr old cousin as she is getting ready to go to high school this fall and is being baptized this Sunday.

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  7. Mandy

    Hope, what an amazing young lady you are and very much a godly role model to young women. If I won this contest I would most definitely give it to my oldest daughter Maddy. She is an amazing young girl with a huge heart who loves God and who desires to be the hands and feet of Jesus serving others.

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  8. Cassie Watson

    I would give it to my oldest girl 🙂 She is my beautiful sunshine. She really is a terrific girl and I want more than anything for her to have a super close relationship with God. I wasn’t saved until I was 27 and it has taken the last 8 years for me to realize how important my relationship with God is. It has changed my life, but I’m still working on it. I guess we are always “still working on it”, but I want her life to be so much fuller and happier and peaceful than mine. I know all of that truly comes from God. No matter the circumstances, you can have happiness, peace and fullness from God. He is such a good Daddy 🙂

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  9. Jennifer

    I would give this to my mom- all things she would enjoy, I am sure of it. She was the first Christian in our family, dragged us to church and things, and I am glad for it for now I have my faith in Christ. Yet as such, I know at times she feels inadequate in her faith to really guide me, and it seems at times that I guide her; we’ve talked about how when I was young, I asked her if I was a Christian and (thinking I wasn’t one, which was true) asked her how can I become one, and she didn’t know how to answer me. I think this particular book of yours will help to affirm her own faith and the things that she is saying “yes” to.

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  10. Brenda Andersen

    Hope,
    I am a mom of three daughters age 18, 12 & 4.
    The 18 year old has already moved out, but her last year in high school I felt an urgency to develop more of a relationship with her, so I started taking her to Starbucks every Friday after school.
    Now that she is gone, I have been wanting to start the same tradition with the 12 year old, who has expressed interest in spiritual things. For Christmas I bought her a devotional.
    I am very intrigued about a book written by someone closer to her age & will purchase your book regardless!
    Your mom has been an inspiration to me through her books & blogs & it’s a beautiful thing to see you desiring to do the same.
    Brenda

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  11. Lana Leos

    I’d give this to my 18 year old sister & buy the same goodies to make one for my 16 yr old sister. I love them both so so much and pray for them daily. I pray that they don’t make the same mistakes I made at their ages {I’m now 27}…I try my best to be a Godly role model to them & my 4 year old daughter. I missed out on much of what God had for me at their age. Oh how I wish I had a Lysa Terkhurst or Hope Terkhurst in my life then! Your mom’s What Happens When Women Say Yes To God was LIFE CHANGING for me! 🙂
    I want my little sisters to have know God’s love for them in a powerful way. ♥

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  12. Sue Astill

    I would give it to my eldest daughter to encourage her and let her know that God’s opinion of her is more important that peoples. (Wow! I only just saw that book on the Proverbs 31 website……I was looking at buying it for my 15 year old daughter who has some anxiety issues and could use a big helping of Gods truth and His peace in her life)

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  13. Bridget

    I would give this to Faith one of the young ladies in the mentoring group that I am in. She is in that in between time of life with lots of what ifs and to herself. I would hope this would help her to open up more maybe find some answers. Thanks for the opportunity to win

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  14. Anna

    Hope,
    I LOVE your question, “Who do you want to be?” instead of “What do you want to be?” The different focus would have changed my life. I would give the contest prize to my wonderful niece who is a freshman at a Christian College. Her heart is to serve Jesus as a missionary in Uganda.

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  15. Ericca Franco

    If I won this I would give this gift to my son’s nurse. She works full time as a home care nurse to my quadriplegic son and its because of her help that we can manage as close to a normal life as possible. 🙂

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  16. Cheryl

    Loved your message… anxious to share this with my granddaughter.. she is 20 and is autistic with learning disabilities. . She lost her mom when she was 9.. she kept hearing what “she wouldn’t be able to do”… she chose to do more then anyone had hope that she could do & she always knew she would be someone great in Jesus. ..This gift would go to her.. she is my hero.

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  17. Becky Brooks

    I would have to give this to my daughter. She is 13 yrs old – a very strong willed but also very angry child. She was raped when she was 3 and molested several times since. She’s also continuously harrassed and bullied at school. Tho I have tried to give her a strong foundation of Christ, she’s angry at God for these things happening to her. To add to it, her dad and I are divorced and he’s never really been here for her. I still take every chance I get to make something a God lesson for her, a teachable moment about whpo God is. She doesn’t believe she can ever forgive the people who hurt her nor have a normal life. I try to instill in here Gods truths, but she’s at that age she is struggling between being that good Christian and dealing with peer pressures and past hurts.

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  18. Lori

    I love your enthusiasm, Hope! Thx for stepping out and sharing with us! I would love to give this fun stuff to my niece Rebecca who is graduating from HS and joining the marines this summer! I want her to ask herself those Who and Whose ?’s as she enters a whole new, life-forming world in the military!! Keep it up Hope!! 🙂

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  19. Xen

    who do you want to be?

    I just got the email regarding your post, i read it and honestly, it made me think.
    I want to be a living vessel of God. I want to make God proud. There is so much I would want to be to please God, but right now, i want to be a person after His own heart. I have always tried defining my life goals as what i want to be. And i know that something has been missing ever since the “Me” came to know “God”. With God, I feel that life is filled with hope and a certainty. Thank you for your post, it came at the right time, as this week i realised i had not been focusing much on God when i knew that i want to be near Him. My actions speak louder than my words. Time to reflect, look in the mirror, and renew my mind, actions according to his good and pleasing will. 🙂

    I live overseas, in Singapore thus i don’t think i am eligible for those rewards. How about blessing somebody who needs it?

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  20. Dawn Harris

    I would give this to my mom. She has always been supportive and given my so much encouragement No matter what. She has always been like a best friend to me and it would be something I could give back to her for all her support.

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  21. Kristin Granato

    I would give this to my sister and my beautiful niece. My sister is a single mom and her ex is an absentee father. My niece is young and you can already see the impact it is having on her. My sister is new to her faith. I would love to give this to them so they can read it together.

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  22. Amy Milliron

    My fourteen year old daughter would enjoy this very much. I would love to read the book with her.

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  23. Latrelle

    I would give it to my one & only precious daughter as a reward for her struggles. Thank you for a Weds. treat ! She’ 24

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  24. Linda

    I would give this to my daughter. I have raised 2 wonderful boys that turned my life around and back to God. Now having the opportunity to be raising a young daughter and see the love of The Lord in her is such a beautiful thing. She has such a heart for Him and at almost 12 years old has such a fire in her that I want to help keep burning in her! To continue to follow in the path God has in store for her!

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  25. Halona

    Hope, what a great blessing for any young woman. I would give this one to my oldest & then recreate another one for the middle & youngest daughter. Thank you for sharing.

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  26. Tracey

    Great job Hope! I would give it to my daughter, Bailey, who is a college freshman who is not sure of a major but knows she wants to be an influence for good. She went on a mission trip during spring break and is anxious to go again. I will send her a link to your article– I think it will be a comfort to her in not worrying about what to be, but voncentrating on whose to be. The what to be will come.
    And hello to Xen in Singapore! My husband and I have travelled to Indonesia for mission work and stop in Singapore on the way. Your country is very beautiful. God bless!

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  27. Anne

    I would give this to my 16 year old daughter because I love her more and more each day. I want her to know God her father loves her more than I do and will never leave or forsake her. She’s in need of some extra love and encouragement during this difficult time she is experiencing. God bless you Hope

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  28. Heather

    I would give this to my daughter Alyssa. She is 14. We sent her to Christian school until 6th grade then had to switch her to public school. She struggles with today’s society and falling into peer pressure of wanting the privileges that kids her age have that we don’t feel carry christian value. We struggle with her understanding why we make our choices we do. I know one of her spiritual gifts is leadership. She hasn’t found what God wants her to do with it yet though. She will start high school next year and signing her up for classes has already brought up those questions of what she wants to be.

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  29. Tami

    Hi Lysa … thank you ever so much for your pearls of passion to the One who ignites my heart when none other can! I would love to grant your gifts to my biological sister who has just received one of life’s shocking blows. Her younger husband, who stated up until January had the perfect marriage and who also gifted her with a beautifully romantic Valentine’s Day card … has now asked her for a divorce. He denies having an affair, however this behavior is so untypical of him, that I find it hard to believe any other cause for his irrational and bizarre behavior OTHER than an affair. They are both business professionals – practicing as RN’s in the management field. There is also two adult children in their early 20’s who are involved here also. Talking is a moot point. He listens yet then states that her words are useless. He reveals that he cares for her, yet no longer feels anything else. He rejects the idea of counseling. My sister’s world has become dark and hopeless even though she is a believer and a Deaconness in her Presbyterian church. She simply doesn’t want to hear about my relationship with my Lord and Saviour. I am so worried about her … yet I know that He has her in His loving protection. Perhaps these gifts might provide her with a ray of hope … a beacon of SONshine into a world that has become suddenly dark, scary, and bitter to her. Your gifts just might provide her with that needed “spark” of SONshine to bring that healing ray of forgiveness and perseverance into this new season … both of the upcoming summer, and the day that she can lean – once again – on her loving father for the answers that might bring clarity and perspective to her life once again. I love her so very much. Blessings to you and yours … and may you have a beautiful summer season! ~Tami

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  30. Karen S

    I would give it to my 13 yr old granddaughter who struggles with self esteem issues due to some medical conditions that she has. Would love to be able to sit down and read the book with her. It would be a blessing to have this book and then pass it on to another young lady and her mom to also use!

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  31. Jessica Klinker

    I would love to give this gift to my daughter. I would love to remind her how much God loves her and let her know that no matter how much I love her, God loves her even more!

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  32. Tina

    Hi, Hope.
    What a wonderful post and excerpt from your book! Even though I am not the age targeted, it was very helpful to read as I am going through several transitions in my life right now. I believe it’s important for us to continually ask ourselves who and whose we want to be in order to continually strive to rise above our circumstances while on this earth.
    I would give this package to my cousin, Christy. My Dad was in ICU for 18 days before passing away on April 1st. This was all very unexpected and very heart-breaking for me… even though I know he is probably dancing on streets of gold right now.
    Christy owns her own business and has had it among her top priorities for years…I’m not saying that is a bad thing. My company is among my top as well. Many were depending on Christy at work including clients; however, during the last few days when we knew things looked worse for Dad, Christy dropped everything to drive me back and forth and to support me in every way possible – including prayers and God-sent words as needed. I was way too emotional to drive the 80 or so miles one-way to the hospital at this point and certainly needed someone to be by my side. She was my angel, so to speak, through this period, and I thank God for her. (She also has a daughter who is getting married in about 2 months who was very supportive and prayful for my family during this time.)
    Thanks again for sharing with us!
    Tina

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  33. Brenda Andersen

    Is there something wrong w/my comment?

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  34. Liz

    I would give it to our babysitter. She’s a senior in high school. She goes to public school and really tries to live out her faith there. She’s been a blessing to us and our children.

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  35. K´Lynn

    My daughter just turned 14 this week. What a fun gift! I´m looking forward to reading your new book!

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  36. Carli

    Hope, I loved your post today. The question, “Who do you want to be?” really spoke to me so I printed it and put it up on my corkboard. I don’t have children but I do volunteer work with at-risk youth, particularily children in foster care. I would love to have to book on hand so I can draw on its words and share them with the young women God puts in my path.

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  37. Eloise

    I would give this to that special person who supports others in prayer and believes that the key to living is faithfulness and NOT perfection.

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  38. Marilyn

    Hi, Hope! I would give this gift to Angel, an 18-year-old lovely young woman. Angel is in her first year at a college away from home. She is a Christian girl and has a heart to help others. Angel is one of 12 children. She and 5 of her siblings were fostered and/or adopted into their family. A great family, a great young woman who would be thrilled to receive the gifts.

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  39. Ruth Hill

    My mom needs some encouragement, so she and I would probably share this. She is currently recovering from a horrible bout of pneumonia.

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  40. Karla Herbert

    If I won this cute giveaway I’d give it to my 14year old daughter, Lauren. She starts high school in the Fall and I’ve been praying for her and the choices she’ll make. She’s been a great strength to me. We just discovered a massive tumor in my hip and she’s been so helpful, yet terrified. My job as her mom is to bring hope and encouragement to her. I love her to the moon and back!

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  41. Kimberly

    Hi! I would give this to my daughter, who turns 14 in a couple of weeks…because all of these are HER favorite things…and she wants to say “YES” to God but could certainly use some support and encouragement from someone who is closer to her age!

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  42. Tiffany_m

    Thank you Hope, what a wonderful message and great perspective to share with us mother’s and even our daughters. I’m grateful for just that small nugget from what i can only imagine to be a divine encouraging book for many young women!
    I would love to have the opportunity to give this book to my only daughter, eldest of 4, who will be 14 years old this Sept. and going into high school. It has been a rough time for our family with many old hurts (the divorce of her father and I) and many new hardships (her half-brother moving back to GA and family members battling addiction). We are a young Christian family, just a few years, but my honeygirl has seen the Lord and knows that He is so faithful, I’m so encouraged by her. But in these many struggles I realize, I haven’t been able to pour into her the kind of encouragement and teachings she may need to be prepared for high school and walking in faith. She is stronger than I can ever imagine but to bless her with a extra dose of encouragement would be wonderful. I know God is faithful, thank you for just those amazing words of encouragement and also the beautiful display of a healthy, Jesus centered mother-daughter relationship. That ministered to me most!

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  43. Lee Gardner

    I would love to give this gift to both my daughters, 15 and 16, to share. They struggle with their identity from time to time. I encourage them to turn to the Lord, share their heart, and follow Him. They still have MANY questions! Thank you for your book!

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  44. Mary

    I would give this to my daughter as she embarks on a new life as a wife this year. She has always been open to Gods call on her life and never hesitated when he calmed her to Israel to teach for six months last year she dropped everything and went. She endured much their but her live for God grew. She is an amazing woman of God I pray she continues to seek after who he wants her to be.

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  45. Kelli Palmer

    Pick me so I can give this cool gift to my book loving daughter Anabella. She is a nail polish fanatic who loves life, people and having fun. This would be a wonderful reward for all her hard work at school….THE PERFECT GIFT for an honors student questioning God and looking for proof of HIS goodness…:-)

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  46. Xen

    Hello Tracey, it is a very clean country 🙂 God bless you too~! May God heap many happy blessings on you and your family.

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  47. Andi

    I would give this to my oldest daughter who is a delight in every way, confident in who and who’s she is, yet still struggling to balance that with her desire to please others. She would be blessed and I love blessing my girls. Thank you Hope for your desire and obedience!

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  48. Irma Logan

    I am stepping out in faith. I live in South Africa and don’t think I qualify for this giveaway BUT I would love to give it to my one and only daughter. She is on her way to becoming a Scientist – a Christian Scientist amongst those who only believe in evolution. She has to stand very strong and sometimes it is difficult. We have prayed together for the Lord’s direction he wants her to study in. She is presently doing her Masters Degree in Immunology. She wants to help people and so far, looking back, every choice she has had to make was directed by God (through prayer and then the doors of options that closed and every time only one remained open). She gave her heart to Jesus when she was only 3 years old.

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  49. Jeanette Zwart

    I am a so-called “retired” missionary (we never do retire!) and I have foster children in Ghana. I would like to give this to my favorite foster granddaughter in Ghana. She has trouble finding a job, but trusts the Lord to work things out for her. I admire how she stands firm for the Lord in difficult situations and thank God for her.

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  50. Heather

    My daughter Kayla is searching. All her life, I’ve been sick. I was diagnosed with systemic lupus in 1998, when Kayla was 3. Over these years I also fought non-hodgkins lymphoma twice (& won, praise God!) Recently Lupus started attacking my heart and lungs. My cardiologists told us in January to make my final arrangements. I am 37, in congestive heart failure with pericarditis, and no hope for the heart surgery or transplant that could save me until my Lupus (incurable) settles down and goes into remission. This makes my sweet sweet daughter angry. Angry at God. She says I am the best person she knows and doesn’t understand how a loving God would let me suffer this way. I see my illness as an incredible testimony to show the world that even in all this illness, God is still with me, carrying me day by day, hour by hour. I know He is healing me. My daughter is angry that He allows my pain to bring me to tears. She really needs to understand faith and I can’t afford to buy the book for her right now, so we would be so grateful to win your giveaway. My daughter also loves the other items and it would be like a gift from Christ just for her to show her He is there and He is with me through my illness. Thank you!

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  51. Kasia

    I would love to give this gift to my oldest daughter (out of 5) who is your age, Hope 🙂
    I pray for God to bring into her life a friend who would have a godly influence on her.
    Who knows, through the book, you could be that friend 🙂

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  52. Gail

    I would give this to a young lady I work with who says she knows The Lord but she is not faithful in her walk. She is ready to graduate from High School and I would give it to her to get her life started in the right direction. I love your thoughts and direction thank you so much for your inspirations.

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  53. Angie

    I held my daughter last night as she wept silently because she puts all of her energy into making other people like her. I tried to give her some encouragement, but she can’t see past the rejection of her classmates. It is very hard to explain to a 12 year old girl that God is all she truly needs. It is my passion to reach out to young women about this subject, as I too put all my eggs into the “why do people not like me” basket as a young girl and it led me down a rocky path. Your post gave me encouragement to keep fighting the Good Fight with my daughter. I pray that the Lord gives me wisdom to help her through these tumultuous years.

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  54. Jenny

    My daughter (23) is serving in the United States Army and is deploying to Afghanistan this June. She is struggling with some issues regarding her faith and needs all the encouragement she can get. This can go to A’stan with her, while I buy the book at home and we will read it together and discuss on our Skype sessions. I try to answer her questions regarding God & faith; however, I need the right answers and right words for encouragement. I am so afraid for her and don’t want her to be swayed by others into the enemy’s (both Satan and the Taliban) path. ~Blessings!

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  55. Casper

    Thanks Hope… I would give this to my daughter turning 14 in June, starting HighSchool in the fall & having to make all new friends… Praying she will always know Jesus as her one true friend, walking by her side, holding her hand daily. Amen.

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  56. Cathy

    I would love to share this with my daughter. We adopted her almost 3 years ago. She is an older child. It’s been hard lately to connect with her. So i would appreciate some prayers for dicernment and wisdom. I try to encourage her to do things and she doesn’t want to try. It might be a teenage thing too!

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  57. Penny Johnson

    I would give it to my 23 year old daughter Madidie. She works in a greenhouse and the sun beats down on her many hours a day, it’s created a freckled patina on her fair skin which looks lovely now…. But you know what later. The Starbucks card would be an extravagant treat….she has a second- hand espresso maker to keep the yummy coffee drinks affordable. Maddie is good from the inside out; lso the necklace and polish and tote would be like icing is to cake, it sweetens an already good thing! Maddie lives halfway across the country but often calls for advice on “boyfriend” issues and finding a church where they can worship together (he comes from a different religious background) she knows the importance of being equally yoked before they would become engaged. I know she would enjoy reading about what Happens when Young Women Say Yes to God!

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  58. Heather

    My mom! Not only has she been there all my life to encourage me, she has been helping with my 3 year old and 1 year old while my husband is away on business. I don’t know what I would do without her this week and always!

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  59. Rena

    I would love to give this book to a friend. She is currently struggling with a major transition in her life. Within her ministry and home church. I think this book would be an incredible encouragement to her in reminding her who she is in Christ regardless of the storms and chaos.

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  60. kesha

    I would give this to my daughter. She is 12 and so sweet! She has a BIG heart and a true love for GOD! She worries so much about her friends and what they think about her. She is a follower of the crowd and not a leader. I pray that she will find her TRUE self and follow the plans that the Lord has in store for her!
    Thank you for the chance to win. BTW, she LOVES Starbucks too:)

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  61. Dawn

    I would give this to my beautiful daughter in hopes that she could find her way back to the one true God who loves her unconditionally and can restore a peace and joy that only He can give!

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  62. Kim Haulter

    I would give this gift to my niece Zoie. She is about to be 13 and I would love for her to have these insights into a solid foundation before she gets lured the wrong way in High School.

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  63. Dianna

    I would give this to my eldest granddaughter. She just got married and has a beautiful future ahead of her. She has always been a little adult and now in nursing school and starting a life with her husband, the only one she has ever dated. She is beautiful inside and out. I know this would build her confidence and encourage her in her relationship with the Lord.

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  64. Vanessa

    I would present this to my beautiful daughter Cassia Amanda. She lives true to her name Cassia which means “an offering to God” and Amanda which means “worthy to be loved”. She handles life in the most precious way possible and I learn so much from her life everyday. She is indeed a blessing to me and I am blessed to be her mother.

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  65. Lynn Graham

    I first would like you to know Lysa that I have done a few of your bible studies. now for my church, Monday morning we are studying Made to Crave and Wednesday night at my church I’m going to be studying Becoming More Than A Good Bible Study Girl.now for the question you had asked: if I was a winner, I would give my prize to my friend Donna, because she has been such a dear friend always there for me, and not only that, when she was a winner at our small group bible study, she gave me the tote bag (purple with the handles has scripture. )

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  66. Jill

    Hope, I would want to share this package with my oldest daughter, Mallory. She’s only 10 so not all of it would suit her yet, but I love the idea of going on a date to Starbucks, with her wearing the hat and carrying the tote, and with me wearing the necklace:) I love your suggestion of asking “who/whose” you want to be, as opposed to “what” you want to be. That is so right on, and as of now, it will be my focus question for each of my kids. Their Christ-like character means the most to me as their parent and this question helps form that priority. I look forward to reading your book!

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  67. Angela

    I just started at my new job as a youth leader for a local church. I’m so excited that this book is out. I wish I had something like it to help me through the tough-school years. There are so many girls I will give this too in my fragile group. As they branch off to go to school, or just on their own, I’m praying they continue to grow their own identity in Christ apart from what their parents have established. That the struggles are lessons not destructions to their faith. Thank you for blessing us with these encouraging words, and for the opportunity to pay forward hope with these gifts.

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  68. Amada

    I have two beautiful nieces who are in the spring of their lives.
    Just starting high school, they would be so blessed to read your book together and begin a journey towards God’s plan for their lives as young women. I know that they would happily surrender to our Lord as His servants as they share His love with others in their scope of influence. Thank you!

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  69. Dee Gray

    I would give it to my niece. She is mentally challenged but strives to be the young woman God wants her to be.

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  70. Laura Morris

    I would give this to a young lady I have been praying for as she is graduating from High School and I have been praying for her all year. She doesnt know I am her senior prayer partner. This is such an exciting time!!

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  71. Mary Pohlman

    First of all, congratulations on your book. Secondly, great job on the devotion for today. I liked the way you expressed yourself and the truths that God is showing you. If your book is written in the same manner, then it would be perfect for my daughter, Sarah who is 17. Since Sarah has been raised in a Christian home with a mom who often times “preaches and teaches” too much…I now feel that she has a hard time hearing any more “truth” from me at all . It sounds like your book would be the truth telling… not teachy preachy message from a girl that’s been there and has found her own relationship with the Lord! The other goodies in the give a way would make the gift even better! Thanks!

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  72. Becki

    I would give it to my daughter who is about to turn 16 and like so many teenage girls struggles to figure out who she is.

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  73. Loralee Druart

    My daughter just started high school….I love the question, “Who do you want to be?” so much more. Thank you for sharing this message….for getting us to think differently. Beautiful.

    I would share the book with my daughters and her friends.

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  74. Jenny

    Hi hope: I would give it to, my young friend Amy not her real name. 3 years ago she left her home and school her freshman year of collage, for what she belived to be romance, this young women comes from a christian home, so yes her preants ,are hurtting for her , She has now left this young man ,this is encouraing.She has found a place to live (she is welcomed back home with open arms however has chosen not to at this time ) and she has a job. I will keep encourging her as to the fact that in God she will find the greatest romance of all times, and i faith that i will see her back in church where she is loved. Love in the LORD JENNY

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  75. N.D.

    I would give it to my daughter.

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  76. Susan Ruffalo

    I would gift my 12 year old daughter. She has a heart for God and this could strengthen that bond!!

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  77. Bobbi Peppin

    My 15 year old who has a great heart for GOD & other young girls.

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  78. christine noggle

    I would give the book and gifts to an 18year old friend of mine that just found out she is pregnant and is kind of lost in the world. she has backed off communication with her family even and they have always been close. she could use an uplift in her life right now.
    thankyou for thinking of others,
    Christine noggle

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  79. kareng

    Hope this is so encouraging. My step-daughter has walked away from the Lord and away from us she is 17. In her world I am the enemy and she wants nothing to do with me this book may be an answer to a prayer as she may embrace wisdom and truth coming from a peer.
    Thank you for your Kingdom work!
    Blessings,
    kareng

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  80. Cyndi

    I would love to share this book with my 15 year old who entered High School this year. Our favorite verse is II Corinthians 5:17 For in Christ I am a new creation. I would love for her to read this book which seems to give practical application to this verse. Belonging to God and truly grasping her identity in Him, will give her the wisdom to navigate through life in school and beyond!
    Thank you for sharing today, Hope!

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  81. LoriAnn

    After attending a Secret Keeper Girl event in the Fall of ’11 (& seeing many there from our church), I purchased Dannah Gresh’s 2 books: 8 Great Dates for Moms & Daughters in order to develop a better relationship with my 7 year-old daughter. You see, I work a full-time job & a part-time job and we have 4 children. Because my daughter is a middle-child, sometimes she “falls through the cracks” as I spend time with our high school senior getting college plans in order or with the younger 2 children who need my help in getting ready any time we go somewhere. She was SO excited about these books & the opportunity to spend more time with her mommy! I hoped & prayed one of the moms would start a mommy-daughter group focused around these dates since I am a true introvert and it is difficult for me to put myself into new situations with many people, and also because many of the moms at our church (I feel) are “better qualified” to lead a group like this. No moms stepped up.

    After almost a year of pressure from my daughter to get started on the books, I felt God was telling me that this is something He wanted ME to begin. I got a list of moms from our church & my daughter’s school of ‘tweens and emailed them to start a Mommy-Daughter Devotional group. I was nervous, especially since I am NOT outgoing. The response was HUGE and we’re now into Date #4, and finding that all of the daughters are SO excited to do this devotion! Many of the daughters have said that meeting 1 time a month is just NOT ENOUGH!

    For our children on the summer of their 10th birthday, they get a special trip with just with mommy & daddy to DisneyWorld (since we can’t afford to do big trips like that often) while their siblings stay back home with aunts, uncles, grandpa & grandma. This summer my daughter turns 10 and she’s announce that she’d like to use this year to go with me to Honduras to serve alongside me in the orphanage that I have been going to for the past 5 years, RATHER than go to DisneyWorld. I was ecstatic, and it truly warms my heart!

    She has said YES to God, in a “More Jesus, Less World” sort of way.

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  82. Bridget

    Hi Hope! I would most definitely give this to my friend Teah. She’s going through a very rough time in her life where she says she feels like a failure and at times so overwhelmed she feels like she can’t even breath. I know this would be a small gesture to show her how God is still in control, and she is very much not a failure!

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  83. Shelley Summerville

    Hope, I had the chance to meet your beautiful Mom a few weeks back in your hometown. She has been a gift from God to me- because of her faithfulness to following the call God has placed on her life, she has helped me continue to pick myself up and dust myself off and continue following Gods will for my life- no matter what Satan tries to throw in my way. I just finished her original “What happens when women say yes to God” and I immediately bought the new one that you wrote with her. I actually purchased it for my oldest ay the time. I happen to have 3 daughters of my own and my middle one, Ashley (12) is going through the most difficult time of her life. Satan is just consuming her every thought and action- she feels worthless and has just lost all strength. I am praying every moment of the day for The Lord to give me the strength to fight this battle with her- and to encourage her to look to God to help her through this…If I was blessed with this gift I would give it all to her and read it with her- at Starbucks;) her favorite place ever! I think the more she knows that she is not alone, the less afraid she will be. Just these comments are a gift for me today- I want to share them with her, I can’t believe the amount of 12 year old girls that are mentioned! Hope, thank you for stepping out in faith and doing what you are doing- your post not only my gave me encouragement to help with my Ash, but it reminded me of why I and going on a mission trip that I am leaving for in about 2 weeks- my first one, and although I can’t share here where it is- I can tell you I would never in a million years have agreed to this on my own terms. God is sooooo amazing- he brings beauty from ashes and I know He is with me and my beautiful girls. Thank you and God bless!!!

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  84. Jen

    I have two daughters that I would love to share your book with as they grow into their teen years.

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  85. Vicky S.

    I would give this package to my 15 year old daughter, Sarah. She struggles with knowing where she fits in & how to focus on pleasing God & not people. Lastly she lives in the shadow of her brother’s spotlight & needs to know God has a special plan for her as well.

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  86. Cheyenne

    Thank you for the lovely, encouraging message, Hope!

    I’d give this to my sister, who has twin three-year-old boys and never seems to have a moment for herself. I live in the UK and she lives in Kansas City, so we rarely get to talk, let alone see one another. Last summer she left her boys home with her husband for the first time since they were born to travel to my wedding in Scotland, and I’m still trying to make it up to her! 🙂 She’s such a hard working (and praying) mom, and I know this would be an amazing treat for someone who’s always thinking of others but never of herself.

    Have a great week!

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  87. Theresa Clark

    I would give this to my daughter, Andrea. She will be graduating from college in a few weeks and I know how much your mom’s book helped me so I would love for her to have a book with such encouragement to read and refer to as she seeks God’s plan for her life beyond a college campus and in the great adventure that is the rest of her life. And the fact that we could talk about a book written by Godly women that we had read, would warm my heart and help us both so much.

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  88. Paula

    I would give it to my daughter who is turning 16 next month. Despite some circumstances that happened to her as she was growing up, she has developed some strong clear goals. I’ve already witnessed the miracle of so much healing in her life and our relationship but my prayer is that she will totally seek God in every situation…in the boys she meets, in her friendships/relationships, her job choices and everything that comes her way. She’s become such a strong individual and I am so proud of how far she’s come. We still experience some setbacks but I know God is there. I’m trying to raise her to see God … even in the little things.

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  89. Andie

    I would share with my 12 year old Granddaughter who is struggling with finding her place in a new middle school where being a Christian is not “normal”.

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  90. Amy

    I love your post, Hope. I would give this gift to my girlfriend who does not yet know the Lord, yet she has a teenage daughter who is very curious about him. Thanks for doing this!

    Amy

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  91. Annette D.

    Good morning! I would give this to my daughter who is turning 15 on Sat. She struggles in school, both academically and socially. I think it would be an awesome pick me up and a good book to read for her that is age appropriate. Thank you 🙂

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  92. Becky

    Hi Hope! I am so blessed to see you saying “Yes” to God. I would give this book to my four daughters, ages 9, 15, 18, and 20. Unfortunately, my 20 year old has yet to say yes to God, and my 15 and 18 year olds are wading through the rough high school waters of peer pressure and staying true to the Lord. It warms my heart that you and your mom are helping others through this new book. I have loved all of your mom’s books, and I can’t wait to read this one too!

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  93. Hope

    I would give this to my beautiful daughter Hannah. She struggles with what do I want to be when I grow up question. This would help her answer that question.

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  94. Sherry

    I would love to give this to my 18 year old niece who will be graduating from high school next month! She is a beautiful young woman inside and out! As she moves into the next stage of her life, with all the stresses and pressure that go along with going off to college, I would love to give her this encouragement! Thank you!!

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  95. Sherri

    I am so excited about this book and its valuable message. My daughter is graduating from high school in June. She is going to serve with Youth with a Mission in Brazil for 6 months beginning in July. We are so thankful for her heart to serve The Lord and know that she will grow and strengthen her faith during this journey. Asking ‘who’ instead of ‘what’ do I want to be– is a wonderful way to rethink and focus our hearts on Jesus and seeking His plan. My daughter will have lots of opportunity to seek Jesus while she is away and grow in her faith, discovering who she is in Christ. Thank you writing a book for young women – with wisdom in seeking The Lord.

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  96. Janet Dolence

    Thank you,Hope! What a great topic..I would give this to my 12(almost 13) y/o and 15 y/o daughters..Middle and High school is so tough and mama can only say so much about “I want everyone to like me” to them..
    Thanks to you and your mom for all you do!
    Blessings,
    Janet

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  97. Terry

    If I should receive this, I would give it to my daughter, Carrie. She is 20, finishing her junior year of college, and preparing to embark on a study-abroad program this summer which will take her to Chiang Mai, Thailand, for five weeks. I try to encourage her in strengthening her faith, but I am “Mom!”, and hearing the same things from another source will have a greater impact than my words alone.
    Thank you, Hope, for stepping out in faith and writing to all of us from your heart!

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  98. Ashlyn

    I would love to give this to my niece. She started college this year and lives farther away than we would like! She has a great faith, and is a stronger person than I have given her credit for being. She is finding that most of the young people she is in school with make choices that she is not making for herself. While remaining strong with her convictions, she is feeling a little lonely.Very proud of my niece!!

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  99. Jen Nish

    I’d love to win this for my beautiful daughter. She’s almost 15 and loves The Lord but still has normal doubts at times. I think these prizes would bring her great encouragement 🙂

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  100. Renee Punzel

    I would give it to my 12 yr old adopted daughter who feels helpless, alone, hopeless. She has a history of so much trauma including sexual abuse. She was just hospitalized last week for threatening to harm herself. praying she would embrace God’s love for her and that she is His treasured possession. Praying for healing in our relationship.
    God’s timing is perfect! I couldn’t sleep and opened up this email. God’s gracious hand is on me and my loved ones! His LOVE never fails!

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  101. Jacqueline H.

    I would give this to my older daughter who is away at college. She has worked incredibly hard this year to pay her bills, manage a budget and her time, and has grown in her walk with the Lord. She inspires me!

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  102. Patrice B

    Hope, good job on the devotional. I really needed to hear an encouragement today and I received just that. This gift would go to my oldest daughter away at college. She is starting law school this summer and is struggling with if she will be able to handle it. She is the oldest out of 6 kids, we had her when I was 17 and still in high school. My husband left college “to do the right thing” by us and life was hard. I am so proud of my daughter, she is the first of 3 generations to graduate college and be 23 with no kids, she feels a lot of pressure. She wants to develop a closer relationship with God and I’m sure this gift would help. Thank you.

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  103. Carole

    Lysa, actually, I would give this to my Mom….
    Mother’s Day is coming…she is in her 70’s. And, we are never too old to say yes to God…She cares for our 50 year old retarded brother and still works outside of the home. Mom would enjoy, not only reading this book, but also sharing it’s message to her Granddaughters who are in their early 20’s; a beautiful way to stay connected to our precious girls’ hearts. Perhaps a rare bit of time for her and I to enjoy that Starbucks together, while her nails dry, too! Mom is a ray of light to those she touches…as she struggles with age, our very dependent brother and a detached husband, I believe it’s the small things that make the sweetest impacts on those we love.

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  104. Jeanette

    I would give this gift to my daughter who has just gone through a broken (heart) relationship. It would help teach her to delight in the Lord and He will give her the desires of her heart. The verse really means that His delight would be her desire not vice-versa. Growing in Him even in spite of a broken heart is a true gift. I would use these items to teach that object lesson. Thank you.

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  105. Dena Masterino

    I would give this to my sister and my niece. I wasn’t blessed with the ability to have children but my nieces and nephews are constantly on my prayer list and I’m looking out for things that might help speak truth into their lives. I seriously do not know how my sisters would parent without the hope of Jesus. Knowing that he loves them far more than she does. I would love to give it to my sister and oldest niece and see it passed down so that all the girls in the family would benefit. Plus the accessories would be awesome enticements!!!

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  106. DebB

    This would be a gift to my 14-year-old daughter. She has a big heart for the Lord and is already planning a mission trip in her senior year of high school. We are starting to home-school her this fall – at her request because the environment at her high school is making her uncomfortable. She is a kind, sweet girl and I am very proud of her – and I know God is proud of her, too!!!

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  107. Mary Beth

    I would give this to my 22 year old daughter who graduates from college in May. She would love it.

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  108. Brianna

    I would give it to a lady I work with. She’s young and newly married but she’s struggling with life. I pray she finds Christ in her life soon.

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  109. Leslie

    One of my repeated prayers is that I would be a source of encouragement to moms of young children. How I wish I would have had a mature woman encouraging me when my children were little. If I would receive this give away, it would be saved for my newly married daughter and given as her first gift when she tells me, “Mom, we are going to have a baby!”.

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  110. Karen

    I would share a copy of your book with my two daughters and my DIL. Changing the question from “what do you want to be when you grow up?” to ‘Who do you want to be?” is a good change of focusing. Enjoyed reading your post. God Bless!

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  111. Aletta Cherry

    I would love to give this to one of my former students (and one of my favorites!) She is a beautiful young woman who is in the 8th grade and comes from a loving family that seems to believe in God, but doesn’t go to church and doesn’t have a relationship with Him. She obsesses about being the best and gets accolades for many things, but this desire causes much stress in her being. She tries so hard to get acceptance this way, and it breaks my heart. I long for her to know Jesus and know how beautiful (and talented) she is in HIM.

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  112. Stacie

    Hope,
    I would love to give this book to my daughter Miller. She has a passion for Jesus and a compassion for others. She always helps the underdog and hates the meaness she sees in girls her age. I can see the enemy trying to defeat her in her thoughts towards herself. Thanks for writing this book with your mom.

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  113. Patty

    Hope,
    What a beautiful name and represents our God…I have a daughter who is 30 and has struggled all her life of self worth….I would bless her with your gift….and remind her how much she is loved by her heavenly daddy and to where her Hope comes from…

    Ty for sharing
    Blessings,
    Patty

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  114. vanessa

    I would give a copy if the book to a precious young lady named Jordan. I was her babysitter when she became 4 wks old. She is now 23. We have a relationship like no other. I love her from the bottom of my heart and I know she loves me . I think your book would be a great asset in her walk with God.

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  115. Tracy Jahn

    I would so love to give this to my 15 year old daughter who is the oldest of 3. She has had many questions about life and walking in the footprints of Jesus but pressure from peers and some family to make choices that she has to be mature enough to take to the cross and lead one way or another. My heart breaks for her sometimes because I know she is old enough to be accountable but I often want to rescue her and make decisions I know she should.

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  116. Carol Fischer

    What a blessing to find young women rising up to take a place in JESUS’ world and telling others about HIM!!!
    I will give this to my awesome grand-daughter, Courtney, who is finishing up her Freshman year at Kent State in Ohio. She has her eyes set firmly on HIM and has plans for leading a Bible study next year for in-coming Freshman gals.
    She will be able to use this new book.
    A very proud “Jammama”, as she calls me…8-}}}

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  117. Lorie Coffin

    First of all I would like to thank your mother for the “Encouragement for today”.My mother in law signed me up for them, and I am very grateful because they have helped me cope evey day, reading them is better than talking to a Therapist.
    So I was very excited when I heard about this chance to win your book. I have a 13 year old daughter that could really use some encouragent and God’s guidence right now. Although we have great communication I have a lot of trouble answering questions about not only what but why she should do things in certain way. I fill that this would be perfect for answering those questions and give her encouragement while going through this next journey of her life ecspecialy when it comes to boys, pier pressure ext.. and making sure that she does not let go of Gods hand.

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  118. Terri

    I would give this to my grand-daughter for her birthday. She is a wonderful young lady and walks with her Lord and Savior but we need to supply whatever we can to help them stay with Jesus.

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  119. Carol Thompson

    I really enjoyed reading your testimony. But I am disappointed that you are giving away a Starbucks card. The CEO of Starbucks is against Christian values and does not want to be held accountable. Please do not give him your money. This includes teavana that they now own and tazo tea that they own also

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    • Brenda

      I am in agreement about the Starbucks giftcard. I am telling everyone I know not to go there. I would however like the book to give to my daughter. She needs some extra guidance and this would be a good thing for her.

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    • Sarah

      Oh please….leave your feelings to yourself dear

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    • Sarah

      Oh please. How many places do we shop that are owned or run by people who do not believe in God. The corporate world is corrupt but i bet you buy something from many of these companies

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  120. Susan Hill

    I would share the book with my husband because currently we are on a ‘journey’ of following God through some exciting/scary new steps. And the rest of the stuff?…I’d probably keep for myself. My daughter is too young and my mom is no longer alive. Besides I am in LOVE with hats. 🙂

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  121. Deann

    I would give this gift to my 16 year old cousin. She is struggling with who she is in this world. She was adopted as were her two brothers and sister. This weekend we had a long discussion about God and how much he loves us and how he has adopted us into his family and that in him we have all we need.
    Thank you for the devotion and post!

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  122. Lisa s

    I would give this to my 13 year old daughter Abby. She is at an age where she is being tested at every turn. She is starting high school next year and I want her to be equipped with ” whose she is” going in to that environment. She loves Starbucks and fashion, so I have a feeling this would be a super fun way to introduce her to your devotions and blog … Hope – you should consider doing a blog for young women! Today these girls are living in ” Babylon” and it’s really hard to be a Daniel . The things of this world pull so hard at young women that they need someone to encourage them and help them navigate through the mess. I think Abby will like and relate to Hope, so no matter what I am buying the book so we can sit and read it together. Hopefully it will bring us closer and spark some good conversation.

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  123. April

    Loved your devotion today! I would give the goodies to my 16 year old niece …praying that she says yes to God in all areas of her life!

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  124. Kerry S.

    I was very inspired by what you shared here today. I would give your book (and goodies) to my 11 year old daughter who is always asking me, “mom, what do you think I should do when I grow up?” She embraces many passions in her life with poise and enthusiasm and certainly could benefit from your words of wisdom. Whether it’s in the show ring with one of her 4-H dairy cows, on the soccer field, at youth group, or surrounded by her school friends, she faces choices every day. Choices that are made clearer when resting on faith and “hope.”

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  125. Katie Connor

    I have had the opportunity to mentor a friends daughter who is preparing for her confirmation. What better gift to share with her? It’s been so fun and rewarding to get to know her and share our faith stories!!

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  126. Cindy

    Thank you for your sweet testimony! For someone so young, you have hit on a great truth – considering who we are. That is certainly the truth that drives what we do. I would be interested in reading your book to learn more about your point of view and your thoughts.

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  127. Kathy

    I would love to give this to my daughter, Natalie. Even though she will be 7 at the end of the month, we can share the journey together. We could both learn from this.

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  128. Pro356Mom

    Hi Hope! I love your post! My daughter is finishing her freshman year in high school, and the pressure to choose the right classes, think about colleges, and plan her future are overwhelming. I love your questions of “who” rather than “what”, and agree that “what” is sometimes not the best avenue. Better to leave the “whats” to God, and focus on the fact that we belong to Him and He is our Heavenly Father. I would love to share the book with my daughter, and she loves hats, and would appreciate the gift bag and accessories as well. Thanks again for a thoughtful post, and reaching out to my daughter through this devotional and blog!

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  129. Cindy M

    Hey Hope!
    Welcome and nice to hear your ‘voice’! So proud of you walking in you mom’s Godly footsteps.
    I would share all these wonderful gifts with my daughter- even the Starbucks card! 😉
    She desires to be a godly girl, but is just about to graduate and I’m afraid the world will gobble her up!! I plan to share this devotional with her too.
    thanks!
    Cindy 🙂

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  130. Coleen

    Hope, its such a blessing when a young woman seeks to know and follow the heart of God.
    I am so hoping that I am able to get the book to give as a gift to my first born Nicole. Nicole is 23 years old student in her second year of law school. She went away to school a year ago and has been struggling since then. She is now at the point of questioning her ability to complete a decision she made after much prayer and fasting. I am confused but I so want to support her on this.

    After reading your blog today I emailed it to her to encourage her.

    You are a blessing

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  131. Wendy

    I have two daughters Codee and Coree that are 14 and 12. We would share this book and read it together. This is my biggest prayer right now, with Codee entering High School and Coree struggling with who she is, I want them both to be Yes girls for God.
    I enjoyed your testimony and only pray that they will follow the path God has for their life.

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  132. Amy

    I would give it to my niece who is graduating from nursing school next month! She has been through lots of ups and downs the past few years and is feeling a little uncertain about what life after college will be like. This would be an encouragement to her!

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  133. Sharon Royster

    I would like to give these things…..especially the book…..to the young woman next door that will be graduating from high school in a few weeks and has everyone asking her the question of “what” she wants to be. She is walking with the Lord so He will show her “what” He wants her to be.

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  134. Charlene

    Hope…I love your sweet spirit & how God is using you to touch lives! I’m so blessed that your mom let you take over for her today on the blog! 🙂 I would give this to a young lady that is away at college and away from home for the very first time in her life! She is really struggling with some things in her life that she just doesn’t have answers for! She knows God but because of some circumstances that have come up at college she is really wondering where God is! She is so precious and I would LOVE for her to know that God had great things in store for her life! And that she is loved! Thanks is for this awesome giveaway!

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  135. Terrie Walley

    Hey Hope,
    What an encouragement you are to young women. I would give this book to a friend of mine in our neighborhood who has a 10 year old daughter. Then I would ask her to pass it back this way, since I have a 6 year old daughter. I think it’s so important that you are so Christ centered at such a young age. I pray that I do the right things to lead my daughter to be a Godly Christian woman.
    Terrie

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  136. Jeanie Kelley

    I guess the reason why I would love to get the book so I can read it and begin to share with the people around me just how much Jesus loves them. I do have a copy for the online study, but I would either share it with someone who wants a closer relationship with Christ or to share this with my mom. She is a Christian and would love to walk closer with Jesus.

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  137. Ashley

    I would give the book to a young girl who hasn’t had the opportunity to be raised by Christian parents. In fact, she lives in a one bedroom apt with her mom, her boyfriends, and her brother. My heart aches for her, and maybe she would find some hope in your book.

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  138. Kim S

    I have a daughter I would give it too or one of my nieces.

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  139. Lisa King

    Thank you for our testimony and a new way of asking “What do I want to be when I grow up”. I would give this gift to my daughter who has just completed her confirmation and right now has a real passion for God and Jesus. She is an amazing young woman who continually teaches me more and more about our faith that we share. It is a pleasure to watch her grow in her faith.

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  140. Judi

    Love your testimony about missions, and your adventurous spirit. I would givethe giveaway to my 15yr old daughter, Carly. She loves hats,wears them everywhere, including church! She loves God and participates in local missions and ministry, but its also strongly pulled by school and friends. I’ve wanted too read the book with her this summer, but havent picked it up yet. Thanks for the generosity for the beautiful gifts!

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  141. Deb Daigle

    I am a 59 year old Grandmother with 13 grandchildren (only 4 granddaughters). I would give this gift to Josie she is just finishing her freshman year in high school…(this has been her first year in school her mom has home schooled all five of of their children Josie chose to begin high school as a freshman. This crazy world we live in is hard for us as adult Christians. Teenagers are face with so many choices and temptations, I would love to give Josie What Happens When Young Woman Say Yes to God, she is a avid reader and I am sure she will share it with her younger sister. ( Even if I don’t win I will buy it). Its question is so relevant and one I still ask myself daily. Who do I want to be when I grow up? I know I am one of Gods Children….But what kind of child am I?

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  142. Janis

    To understand the difference between what are you going to be and whose are you going to be is HUGE!! Thanks for sharing this insight!!! I would give these gifts to my 15 year old sweet Avery!! Like you, she is a planner and loves her Lord. She has been leading a small group, “Christian girls” for a couple of years and this book would be a tremendous resource for her and the other girls! May God speak richly in all who read the words of the book! Trust His Plan, Janis

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  143. Melany Boone

    I am a single mom with a 13-year-old daughter. She accepted Jesus at a very young age, but your statement about asking “Who you want to be” instead of “What do you want to be” really struck me. Being a young teenager is very difficult in today’s world and she is faced with choices that I was not at her age. So, I would give the “prizes” to Emily. I want her to know WHO she is and always remember WHOSE she is…then God can reveal to her WHAT HE is leading her to be.

    Thanks, Hope & Lysa, for sharing your hearts.

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  144. Jaime Crow

    Hope, I really enjoyed your post today! I wish I had someone like you as a friend when I was your age.

    I would give this to my niece who just turned 15 in January and is lost right now. She is fighting between being very popular and being who God wants her to be. I have talked to her, her dad (my brother) has talked to her, but she is still viewing popularity as her main priority. I know there is a God-fearing young woman there but she desperately needs something to show her not only is it ok to choose God, but it is the only way to live!

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  145. Char T.

    My daughter just turned 13 last month. This would be a wonderful “growing up” gift for her and the book would be a huge help for this Momma!

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  146. Gwen

    Wow!! I love that.
    My daughter is a junior and is “stressing” about her future – college, career, what if I make a bad choice etc. I am printing your wise words as I write….and planning to read the book with her over the summer.
    Thanks!

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  147. Andrea Fritz

    I would give this to my beautiful daughter because she would adore everything in this package and I’d get to take a memorable photo of her wearing it which doesn’t occur all that often anymore as she is approaching 15. I definitely want her to find her path in the Lord and not the world. Thank you.

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  148. Carroll

    Hi Hope, Thanks for this message today. I have a 16 year old daughter who has been going through a rough junior year in high school. Many prayers have been answered, but many more things are still being prayed over. I would love to give my daughter this book to remind her that it is much more important to consider what you said in your blog. “Who” do you want to be – not “what”. She is so driven and organized and I know she will be sucessful in whatever she does, but I don’t want her to lose sight of who God wants her to be. Thanks again for this message today.

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  149. Tracy

    I would give this to my daughter Rachel who is finishing up her second year of a discipleship internship in Arkansas. The first year that she decided to do this was a big step of faith for her because she was a girl who didn’t like to be far from home. In so many ways since she has started this journey she has said yes to God and her faith has grown incredibly. I pray that she continues to say yes to God, even if it means that we will not live close.

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  150. Vickie

    Hi Hope!

    What a blessing your blog post was to my heart! I am thankful for your decision to be God’s daughter.

    I would choose to give away to one of my High School students who always seems to give to others without worring about receiving in return. She is always a blessing to others 🙂

    Thanks for sharing today!

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  151. Sheilah Mullinsm

    I work with a young gal who is a very sincere, lovely person but hasn’t found the Love of God in her life. She values my opinions and life attitude and think this may open some doors for her that have previously remained closed. My wish would be for her to rely on the God in her life and put the Tarot cards away.

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  152. W

    I have two daughters that are high school age that I would share with. We’d have to flip for who gets what because everything is adorable. It is so encouraging to have read your mom’s testimony and now to read about you. It reminds me that we do have influence in the lives of our kids and that God has a great and unique purpose for them. That as moms we have to say yes to God first and lead the way for our young women to say yes to God too!

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  153. Erin

    Good morning, Hope!
    I thoroughly enjoyed your blog post. When I first began reading it, I immediately knew who I would give this gift too. I just had a conversation last night with a mom from our church. Her 15 year old daughter has started to make some not so great choices. She is really trying to do better, but understands that it isn’t always easy to make choices that honor God – especially when others around you are trying to sway you in the complete opposite direction. I was telling her mom what I had just learned in your mom’s “Unglued” Bible study about “Remember who you are.” This young lady is not just a member of her own family. She is a member of a youth group, a high school, but most importantly, a daughter of the King! I know that this book and the other awesome goodies will help her with her journey of remembering Who she belongs to.

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  154. Kristen

    This blog is one of my favorites and really enjoyed your hack/takeover of your mom’s blog! 🙂 Do you have one of your own?
    This was perfect timing for a young woman that I mentor. She is in high shool and is asking exactly that question: what do you want to be when you grow up? I think she’d benefit greatly from the book if it challenges just as much as the excerpt into what our thought process should be in the Lord. We pass books back and forth and discuss them usually over a cuppa java, so this giveaway would be perfect for her!

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  155. Library Momma

    I would read it myself, and then save it to share with my baby girl, when she is old enough!

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  156. Toni Davis

    I would be thrilled to give Friday’s Favorites to my daughter Ashley! My grown children kid me as I use to say when they were going out at night “to stay the course” :-). But Ashley has because she knows Whose she is! Ashley is 2 years out of college and works in ICU at her local hospital- she is a blessing to all she meets and takes care of. It would be so much fun to surprise her with these fun gifts – it just puts a smile on your face!

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  157. Lea A Theurer

    So inspired by the young women in my church you have such a mission to develop a heart for God. My 2 girls are only 5 and 7 but they will have great examples to follow in the girls who are making smart choices today such as those in my church and you Hope as you follow your mother’s wonderful example!

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  158. Jeannine

    Hi Hope! Great job on the blog! It is inspiring to me to see a daughter who loves being God’s daughter! If I would win this, I would share it with my daughter. She has no relationship with her dad, he is an active alcoholic and isn’t capable of giving her that at this point. She’s been so hurt and feels so abandoned that she doesn’t let anyone get too close. All of this has put a real strain on her freshman year in high school and she is really struggling with even passing the year. I would love for her to see that God isn’t just for “old people” and that he is a father that will never leave her. Thank you 🙂

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  159. Trish

    Hi
    My daughter is almost 10 so I would keep it but then share it with the leader of our girls group of an outreach ministry. :).

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  160. Debbie B

    Hi Hope! So great to hear your heart for The Lord. Your parents have certainly taught you the importance of putting Him first in all situations and being sensitive to His leading. Your book sounds like something I’d love to give to my daughter. She’s also a teenager & starting to ask & be asked the same questions. She has a good idea in her head what she wants to be but we are still waiting to see how God orchestrates that in her life. It’s easy to say whose you are but when faced with pressures & other things of this world (friends, One Direction, TV) it’s easy to loose that focus & try to find identity in those things. She’s learning that things have no value eternally but her position in Christ is worth soo much more. I remember those days as a teenager…it’s not always easy…but thank you for being a “peer” who will share openly & honestly the importance of being a daughter of Christ & following Him.

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  161. Amy

    What a wonderful message! I would really love a time machine to travel back and give this book to my high school self. But since I can’t do that, I’d give this to the daughter of a friend who is graduating from high school soon. She is talented, intelligent and a caring young woman. From a distance, I see that she’s missing a relationship with God and that has, and likely will continue to, caused her struggle with good decision-making. This is the perfect graduation gift God Bless you, Hope, and your family!

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  162. Wendy Vaughn

    My daughter is going to be entering Middle School and dreads it! This would really helps give her the tools to succeed!!! Enjoyed your post!

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  163. Mary c hartfield

    Just yesterday, I listen to a friend who is going through frustration in her life and says she is about to lose her mind. I listened and then we prayed. I think this gift would truly bless her life.. Both her husband and her is unemployed. Based on what she was saying yesterday this book would hep give her direction and help her at 42 to raise a 4 yr old daughter. Thank you for paying it forward,

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  164. Sunday Anderson

    I would give this to my daughtet. She is a junior in high school and has been dealing with the “what” questions. What if I go to college there?, what if I don’t major in this?, what if I make a mistake? What if I choose a Christian college? I think she can relate so well and the book will help her see that others struggle with the same thoughts! She is not alone.

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  165. Mary Ann

    Hi Hope
    I loved your blog. I think you have a future in writing. :). I would give the book to my niece, Bailey. She is not a believer. I have been praying but she lives in another state and it is difficult for me to be a constant example in her life. I am going to buy a copy for a friends daughter. They divorced about a year ago and I see the daughter has a heart for God. She is 14 and needs as much direction as she can get. The hat and nail polish will go to my mom. She loves fun polish color and would wear the hat as she works in her garden. She is currently reading Made to Crave. Thank you to you and your mon for being such a blessing!

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  166. Nicole

    So wonderful! I spent years helping college students explore career options and would often talk about the pressure teenagers feel to choose a career for the rest of lives. Jesus’ plan is far better than anything we could dream up for ourselves! I love how you are encouraging students to desire what He desires for their lives.
    I have a teenage cousin (I’m nearly 40) who comes to visit us over the summer. We have been encouraging her to seek Jesus. She doesn’t receive much spiritual guidance when she is at home with her mom. I would love to give this gift bag to Emily– and have it waiting on her bed when she comes to visit! 🙂

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  167. Jenn Albright

    Hope, I enjoyed reading your message as I have your Mother’s messages! I would share the book with my 21 year old daughter who is currently on strict bed rest trying not to go into labor 12 weeks early. I would love for her to be inspired the way I was from your Mom’s book “What Happens When Women Walk in Faith”. This past weekend I spoke at my first Mother & Daughter Retreat because your mom’s book inspired me to step out of my comfort zone & trust God in it. I went to serve those women in ministry & I came home realizing that I was blessed mightily from it too. I also came home to my eldest daughter in the hospital with preterm labor, it has slowed down & she is home now and God has used this time also to bless us in our relationship, drawing us closer through this trial the past few days. There is a renewed relationship blooming for us now. I would love to share your book with her while she is here in my home, resting and trying to keep her baby safely inside. She has the time in her schedule now to read like never before! Blessings to you in your Ministry!

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  168. Teresa

    Good Morning Hope! What a blessing you are to your mother! I can feel how proud she must be of you. Thank you for this wonderful encouragement today, it is just what i needed. My daughter is 17 and we are looking at colleges. As we were talking the other night i got so wrapped up in the cost, that I forgot, Whose I am – and Whose she is….God’s got this! Thank you for reminding me. I would give this gift to my daughter to remind her – she is God’s Girl!!

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  169. Bernadette

    I would give this to my daughter Ellen. She is 18, and graduates from high school in May. She is brilliant and beautiful (I’m not at all biased, of course); she is cautious and kind; she has the whole world ahead of her and (I hope) the foundation with which to make the right choices.

    But I know from experience that the college years can beat you up and leave you in pieces. And I would give this gift to her to assure her not just that she is loved, but that there are good, kind and gentle souls in the world, and that the higher road is always the right one.

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  170. Lauren Y.

    My secret sister at church is also one of my dearest friends. She is very selfless and giving and I can’t think of anyone who would deserve these gifts more than she would 🙂 God bless you for your ministry!

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  171. Mary M

    Hope, I would give the collection of your favorite things to my daughter, Gabrielle. Her name means “a woman of God” and she certainly lives up to that! She attends college in Oklahoma, so we don’t get to see each other often, but we keep in touch via text and Facebook. We have set aside a week for a family vacation this summer. These things would make a perfect gift of encouragement for her!

    Thanks for sharing with us today. I enjoyed getting to know you a little better.

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  172. Whitney

    I would give this to my best friend Rachel. She made Jesus Lord of her life a little over a year ago. She is one of those people whose life radically changed the day she got saved. I have loved watching the Lord work in and through her. She is such a blessing to me and I would love to bless her with this little gift!

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  173. Shawn Delaney

    I would give it to my youngest daughter. She is just finishing her 1st yesr of college. She doesn’t know what she wants to be, and I feel she is growing apart from the Lord. This book would be awesome for her to get some answers. The goodies are just a nice bonus.

    She loves jewelry, nail polish and is fair and we live in FL so a hat is a must for her.

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  174. Brooke

    I would give these items to a good friend of mine. She’s been going through some hard things with her daughter recently & I would love to bless her.

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  175. Susan

    Lysa,
    I would love to have a copy of your book What Happens When Young Woman Say Yes To God. I have twin daughters that I pray daily God will lead them in his direction for their lives. We would love to read it together and find God’s purpose and meaning for their sweet lives! Thank you for offering such a wonderful book on such an important topic to mold and make Godly young women.

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  176. Tanisha Grant

    Hope your mom should be proud!!!I think that you did a wonderful job with the devotion today and I am so proud that there are young ladies out here who are strong in there belief in God. I would give this giveaway to my daughter Amani who would love everything in this giveaway because she is a girly girl and a fashionista. Most of all she loves to read books and what a great book we can read and learn together. It would be a great opportunity for us to grow together . Thanks Hope have a good day. 🙂

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  177. Rachel

    Wow! The Lord answered my prayers! Thank you Lord! I would give it to my 18 yr old daughter Lauren. She is a senior this year & feels confused & scared of what to do when she graduates May 31, 2013.

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  178. Kathie

    I would give this to my fourteen year old daughter. She is just growing into an amazing young woman. I am so very proud of her!

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  179. Beth

    Hi, Hope! Great job on your devotion! I teach a teenage girls Sunday school class at my small country church & we’re planning on doing a study on your book. As far as the other things in the giveaway, I may have to divy it out between all the girls! 🙂

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  180. Ellen Cole

    Wow Hope…it’s really great to hear from you. You definitely sound like you’re on the right track in asking WHO/WHOSE you want to be as you grow up. It’s amazing how one word can change a sentence so dramatically. Similarly, one choice can change a life dramatically and I’m so glad you’ve chosen to ask God to take you by the hand through your life. Have a wonderful day! Ellen

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  181. Pamela Hallmark

    I’m sending this to my egroup. We met last night and discussed our sermon from Sunday about God’s will for our life. This fits in with not what is God’s will but who are we. We also discussed doing a mission trip as a group and are researching options so this hit right on. It always amazes me how God wraps it up with the tools I get from my sources!

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  182. Tonya

    Hope, I know your mom must be so proud of you! Look at you writing all these amazing, inspirational devotions and now a book. You go girl! I would love to share this stuff, especially the book with my 12 year daughter. She made the choice to accept Jesus into her life at the age of 10. I want to do everything I can to keep her on fire for God. She has entered middle school and you probably know these years are the most vulnerable for a young lady. Thanks for the opportunity to win and be encouraged today. P.S. Even if we don’t win, we will be purchasing this book. Thanks for the little excerpt.

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  183. Jan

    Such a timely post for my 18 year old daughter who will graduate from high school in a few weeks. She was just saying last night how nervous she is about college, the pressures of the Honors College she was selected for, and the fact that she has no clue about a major. Since she’s a worrier like her mom, she needs this book to reassure her that God already has a plan for her life and will be walking right beside her through her college years. Plus the other happies as a nice surprise. 🙂

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  184. LC

    Hope, what a blessing you are to so many! Thanks for your inspiring words today and being such a great example to other young women. Our 18 year old daughter is a college freshman who is, just this week, trying to decide whether to change her major. She had a rough first semester (stayed sick), but is doing so much better this semester. She has made God the center of her life and found fellowship with other believers. She told me the other day that she wished she knew God’s plan for her life because it hasn’t been working out like she thought He had planned for her. But I know He has great things planned for her. What a blessing this book would be to her at this point in her life!

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  185. Janet Rabig

    I love this giveaway! I have a girlfriend who has given me so much so I would give it to her. She lives the outdoors, reading and has a pool so I know she wouldlove it!

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  186. Laura

    I would love to give this to my daughter who is in college

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  187. Georgia

    Thank you for your post, Hope. It is wonderful to see a young girl so sincere about her relationship with God. I wish your and your mom’s book was around when I was growing up. I would give the book to my 14 year old niece. I admit I would keep the hat and necklace as I am a jewelry and hat addict. LOL 🙂

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  188. KB

    I would give these items to a young lady whose Mom died very suddenly and unexpectedly two weeks ago. The family was planning to go on a mission trip with our church and now the mom won’t be going. This young lady, her dad and her brother are still planning to go. This will be the first mission trip for the young lady. She is in her third year of college. Your book may be exactly what she needs at this time in her life.

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  189. Roxanne

    Hi Hope! What a joy it is to read your words and what encouragement you give to me and my hope in our future generation! I have one beautiful daughter and 5 granddaughters. We often talk about what they will be when they grow up, but I loved your insight as to Whose they will be when they grow up! I look forward to talking with them about this one day and I look forward to reading the book you and your mom wrote together. May God bless all your efforts and you!
    With love through Jesus and me, Roxanne

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  190. Debbie

    I would give it to my daughter in college. She has been going through some very difficult times, but she is still clinging to God. So proud of her. She is dealing with the memories of being bullied in middle school after seeing a movie on bullying in college and not being able to find a job for the past three summers. Her self-confidence has been bruised, but Jesus can see her through. She could use a treat and a reminder that God can use her mightily!

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  191. Barb

    You are your mother’s girl…reflecting the love & peace of our Lord. Thanks for your inspiring words! God’s peace today!

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  192. cindy b.

    I would give it to my daughter, Abigail.

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  193. Sandy H

    Way to go Hope!!! Writing a book….crazy.

    It’s all about what we focus on and I would love to share the book w/my niece. She will be entering high school next year. Your book would help her kick off her high school experience w/that right focus – “Who do I want to be?”

    Blessings Hope and Lysa.

    p.s. Lysa loved laughing “with” you here in MN at the BTG conference. xoxox

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  194. Kay

    I would give the book to my daughter. After marrying the love of her life, whom she met when they were both working at church, he committed adultery and left her with a 2 year old and 7 week old. After 7 years (she is still been involved in a custody court battle), she still seeks to honor God in everything she does and God is blessing her with 2 young daughters who are following Him. I know she would be blessed by this book as she seeks to serve God wholeheartedly in the midst of great trial, and seeks to raise daughters who are devoted to Jesus in a situation where they are being discouraged in their walk in their father’s home.

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  195. Bexky B

    Hi Hope,

    It is neat to hear from you! I keep entering comments in hope that I will win something someday. 🙂 My daughter is 14 and would love this giveaway. I would also like to read the book and maybe share some of the other items!

    Thank you and God bless!
    Becky

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  196. Aimee

    Good morning! I am a co-leader with 8th grade girls in our youth group programming and last night we ‘gifted’ our girls a copy of What Happens When Young Women Say Yes to God. I have been reading ‘the adult version’ and have been so empowered by it that I knew we needed to share. Our hearts are so passionate for God’s love and to give these girls as much guidance ‘as they will let us’ … because we can’t be with them all of the time the plan was to let the words on the pages of this book seep into their hearts … hoping for transparent transformation. Because we opted to give a couple of extras to other girls we ran short for one girl who couldn’t come last night … it would be so amazing to be able to share this entire gift with her – all of the fun things in the package suit her personality to a T! Hugs & Love!!!

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  197. Kristin Smith

    I would love this book for myself b/c it sounds lovely! 😉 But really this would be an awesome gift for any graduating girl this year…or the young women in our church YG. Thank you for sharing your heart!!

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  198. Alicia Bennett

    I would give this collection to my oldest daughter. She recently has decided to dedicate her life to the Lord. I have seen the biggest change in her in the past 2 weeks! She broke up with her boyfriend of 6 months because of her decision to put Christ first. She has been praying for others. It has been the biggest blessing. She is only 15 and I can already see that God is doing a wonderful work in her life. I really enjoy Proverbs 31 ministries. It has always been a great source of encouragment for me. Thanks for sharing your post. I wasnt aware that you and your mom had written a book together. I believe this would be a great blessing to my daughter as well. Definitely getting it this weekend!!

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  199. Karen

    What a great book for a 16 yr old! I would def give it to my 16yr old baby girl! We would fight about the rest of the stuff!!! 😉 Great job Hope! Working with your mom to write a book! You have a great, Godly example in your life! I can see her gift of writing has been passed on to you! Use it well my friend!!! God bless!

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  200. Darlene

    I would give this gift to a Family Friend’s granddaughter, I had a conversation with her recently; she works as a volunteer Sunday School Teacher; loves children; and shares God’s word with them. Her name is Stephanie; when she was talking with me I could see the Love of God she carries in her speaking and her everyday life. She is activly involved at school in Drama class and wants to go to school for Theater/acting.
    Thank you for your Post, is is nice to see a young person excited about God; I worked with Youth when my son was a Teenager and it was very exciting to see young people excited about Jesus; I am a Pastor’s wife; and it is such a blessing to be in the ministry and experiance God each and every day; God Bless you Hope.

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  201. Mary Ann

    Thank you for those words of Hope. In fact, our Ladies Annual Overnight Retreat theme this year is HOPE and I am one of the speakers. What an awesome blessing to know that our Lord gives us EVERYTHING we need to be a “Yes” girl! I would give this beautiful gift to my 29 yr. old daughter who was brought up in the church but has turned away for all that God offers. But, Praise God, we are still close and this awesome gift would touch her heart and perhaps lead her to read the book, too! She LOVES black and white anything,is adorable in hats and drinks coffee! God bless you and your ministry!

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  202. Terri

    Hope, I loved your testimony. I would give the gift package to my granddaughter Hope
    who is graduating in May from high school and heading to college in the fall. She would
    love all of the gifts.

    Thanks, and keep sharing your faith with everyone you see.

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  203. Sonya

    I would share this with a girl I taught in first grade. She is in college and such a Godly girl. My daughter is too young. What a wonderful way to think bout the future! That you for this devotion. It blessed me today.

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  204. Teresa

    I have a 21 year old daughter that is such a blessing to me her name is Adrian Hope. She is a LPN and works with dialysis patients. She is such a blessing to me and others yet she lacks confidence in herself. She constantly things she can’t do something when in reality her smile can move mountains. A lot of her dialysis patients call her Angel. She wants to go back to school for her RN but just lacks the confidence just to get in there and take a course at a time. Pray for her she is truly a blessing to me as a daughter and a friend. Thanks Teresa

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  205. Diane

    My mentee. But I want to read it as a mom of 3 boys anyway,

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  206. Brenda

    I loved reading your post and almost felt like it could be my daughter. She graduates this May and has had the questions thrown at her non-stop since she became a senior! I would love to be able to get her this book.

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  207. Sue Wiegers

    I would give this gift to my 18 year old daughter Nicole Joy. She radiates the meaning of her name “Victorious

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  208. Sherry P

    I would give this to my 16 year old daughter. She is battling so many ideas of who she is and what she is expected to be. I want her to realize the most important questions are who does God want you to be and what does He want you to do with your life? Funny thing I almost ordered this book for her yesterday.

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  209. Buffy D

    I would love to share this and read it with my 17 year old daughter! We did the study of your mom’s, “The Lies Young Women Believe,” a few years ago in her Sunday school class, and we really enjoyed it! It’s overdue for us to do another together. I think it’s encouraging to see you and your mom taking this faith journey together!

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  210. Tiffany

    I am in pta at my sons middle school and would give it to a young lady that doesn’t have many friends.

    Thank you for your message, I loved your insight!

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  211. Cindy

    I would give to my 16 (almost 17) yo daughter. I would use the card to To take her and start the conversation about her future couched in a whole different language.

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  212. Natalie D.

    I love everything your mom writes. I have gotten all my friends reading her books now too. I would love that ensemble, it would be perfect for the beach where I live. Thanks!

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  213. Kathy Sanderson

    Hi Hope! Thanks for sharing your heart with us this morning. I have a teenage daughter who is finishing her Driver’s Ed course today. I’m guessing you and your mom know that adventure! I want her to be equipped with faith and fearlessness for the yes life ahead of her, so I would give her the prize package.
    Blessings!
    Kathy

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  214. Kim M.

    Hi Hope. I enjoyed your blog today. I can see why your mom is so extremely proud of you. I would love to share this book with my 13 year old daughter. I want her to always know who she belongs to…..and to feel grounded in what she wants and desires to be. God bless you as you continue to pursue God’s destiny for you!

    Kim

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  215. Tammy Daves

    Such a great idea can’t wait to buy for my daughter.

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  216. Margaret

    I would like to give this to my step daughter. She hasn’t spoken to me for over a year and her father for over two years. She is a bright girl who has gotten lost in the pressures of life. She claims to be saved but has walked away from it. I believe she has because of guilt about some poor choices. She’s having some health issues now, many stress related. I think the book would help her find her way by looking for God’s direction.

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  217. Ree

    So wonderful you are on here! Fantastic job! I would love these things to give to my 8th grade niece. She is like my own, because of the amount of time I have spent with her, especially in her early years. Most of all I want to give her the book, because she enjoys having conversations about God and his miracles with me, but at home her parents don’t practice or discuss religion or relationships with God. There are so many things I wish I would have known at her age…the bonus, when she is done with it, she will pass it on to my daughters!

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  218. K Burrow

    I would give these gifts to my daughter. She looks great in any hat she puts on her head! Keep up the great work of encouragement. It is sooooo important!

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  219. Julie

    I am going to get this book. I love that you and your mom wrote it together. I would share it with my daughter which is 13. She is a beautiful girl and desires to live for the Lord. Her commitment this year was to study the women of the bible so she would know how to act as she grew older. I have been looking for something to read with her and guide her. Thank you

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  220. Laura

    I would share the book with my youngest daughter who is struggling right now

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  221. Kasey

    I love the excerpt from the book. I would definitely give this book to my nieces. They are only 14 months apart in age (soon to be 12 and 13), and both try to live their lives for Christ. They are just learning. I think this book would help them get a better foundation. They are smart, funny, beautiful, athletic girls. Yet they are so close in age, there has always been much comparison between the two. Their personalities are completely different though.

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  222. robin

    God is at work in our MOMA (Moms’ of Male Athlete’s) small group. We are reading UNGLUED, which acts as a spring board into all kinds of conversations about ALL KINDS of things. One of our moms is a single mother who is struggling to keep her head above water. She works a second job, evenings and weekends, to help make ends meet, and is really discouraged because it’s just not enough. She feels trapped. Because she works so much, and is so committed to her kids, she doesn’t get to enjoy the encouragement of being with other women who can support her through this. A special “surprise” would remind her that Jesus loves her, and sees her need and feels her pain… and so do we.

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  223. sandra

    I have the privilege to tutor in an afterschool program based in a low-income housing neighborhood. Over the past several years, we have offered a summer internship to a high school student at my work. One of the students is now in college and doing fabulous, but I sense she needs spiritual direction and I would love to be able to give this to her!

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  224. Rebekah

    Great post, Hope! I’d love to give this book to my younger sister. She’s 21 and feeling the pressure of “What am I supposed to do with my life?” and I know she gets discouraged.
    Blessings on you and your sweet momma! Y’all have made an impact on me and the relationship I have with my young daughter. 🙂

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  225. Megan P.

    I would give this to my daughter. She is 8 going on 18 and I think this would be a great way to start some of those conversations we need to have. The gift certificate is one of my favorite things too and I would maybe share that with her for a mom/daughter date! 🙂

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  226. Jennifer Ames

    I would love to give this book to my daughter! She is finishing up her junior year in high school and finds herself stressing over the what, why’s, and how of her future after high school. She would love this book and, hopefully, find some peace and hope from it. Thanks!

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  227. Elizabeth

    I would love to give this gift to my daughter Katelyn. She is becoming a beautiful young lady. She is a preteen and going through the pains of junior high. I want to guide her and lead her in a godly way. Thank you Hope for these conversation starters. Thank you for your insight. Blessings.

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  228. Christy

    Last night I mentioned to the young adult, who is helping me with a group of 9th grade girls that I wanted to find something that was for them in their walk with God to reinforce their identity in Him and not guys, not the world. I was so pleased that He had me open your blog this morning and just know that this is one resource I will look into! The book items would go to the gal helping me who is working to put herself through school without family help as I mentor her so she can mature to mentor others, while I will recommend the purchasing of it to the others and their parents for us to work through together.

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  229. cheryl

    i would love to give this to my 24 yr old daughter i want her to know god from a young persons view and i think this would really help to update and help her find him.

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  230. Sue Wiegers

    I would give this gift to my daughter Nicole Joy. She radiates her name “Victorious Spirit”. She was born 14 weeks early and we cherish her life as a miracle. Over the past year she has endured 12 brain surgeries related to hydrocephalus which was diagnosed shortly after her birth. Because of this she missed almost a year of school and was not able to play school basketball and soccer which meant so much to her. She also will not be able to graduate with her friends this year since she needs to finish up her corse work next year. Through this past year Nicole really struggled to find her identity since it was so rooted in being a student and athlete. She was, and is, such an inspiration to everyone blessed to know her as she shares her joy filled spirit and love for God, life and people. Your book, Hope, would help to give Nicole the tools she needs to continue to search for her identity in Christ! Sue

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  231. chris harwood

    Definitely would be sent to Texas for my oldest granddaughter, Sophie, not only does she love to dress up but she also loves to read. I hope pray that she would pass the book onto her younger sisters Rebecca and Julia also. God Bless you and your ministry.

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  232. Kelly SorAhan

    Good Morning, I really enjoyed your post. God bless you. I have two daughters, one graduating high school and one a freshman in high school. I also have three sons. One a freshman in College and one will be graduating high school. I love your question- whose do you want to be? I will use it from now on. Their is so much uncertainty and so many decisions to make but one thing we know for sure is God is with us!!! Thank you for teaching a stressed out mom and reminding me whose daughter I am! God bless you, Kelly

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  233. Erica Egolf

    I would love to gift this great bundle to my 12 year old daughter! She will be getting baptised in a few weeks and this would be a great gift for that! Thanks!

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  234. vanessa stephens

    Wow!! Hope I am so encouraged by your post. I lead lots and lots of women and I this may have been meant for very young women other than myself, but to hear who you want to be instead of what you want to be, spoke volumes to me! I plan on sharing this with others. I’m praying for you and thank you for being such a sweet servant to The Lord. God is going to use you mightily for His assignments!! If I were to win this package, I would take the star bucks card and invite a young girl who sat beside me at church Sunday with tears flowing down her face to go have coffee with me so I can share this with her and give her this book. I’m not sure what she was crying over but to see a young lady flowing with tears like that, I’m sure it’s a hard place in her life. Also maybe she could take this and share it with the other teen girls in our church. Again thank you for your beautiful words!!
    Love
    Vanessa Stephens

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  235. Jennie

    Loved what you shared and about fear. Those are great questions for anyone to ask themselves.

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  236. Naomi

    Wow I have been so blessed and inspired to see your committment to seek God! I would give this book to my neice who was the closest cousin to my 19 year old son who was killed on Mother’s Day 2012. Our son was a real spiritual motivator and mentor to his peers. My neice has been struggling in trying to understand why God allowed this tragedy and what it is God is trying to teach her through this. Just about a month ago she was in a car accident and is just simply blest to be alive. She desires to be what God wants her to be and I couldn’t help but think of her when I read today’s post. She experienced a broken pelvis and vertebrate and is laid up at least for 3 month. She had felt God was calling her to go on a mission trip this summer and now realizes that is out of the picture. I think your book is just what she needs as she is right in the middle of her quest and detoured. The package looks just like her, Jennifer.

    May you and your Mom continue to follow Him. I enjoy your writings
    Blessings

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  237. Jill

    I would share this w my niece. Such a beautiful perspective, Hope!!

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  238. Dana

    I would give the gifts to my daughter, Hannah. She has a heart for The Lord and, like you, was presented with a mission trip opportunity and said, “Yes!” without hesitation. Thank you, Hope, for allowing God to use you in His work!

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  239. Kelly

    Good morning Hope,
    I have the perfect person in my life that would enjoy your give a way. A former pastor friend of mine has a daughter who is in her senior year of high school. In December her father answered the call of God to move on to a senior pastor position 40 minutes away. She still continues at the same HS but right now her father lives in the new churches town while her mother and her live here in PA so she can finish HS. I believe it would be an encouragement to her since some of her favorite things are similar to you. I feel the book would be an amazing tool for her next step in her journey. Lets hope I can make her day!!

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  240. Christin

    We have a wonderful babysitter named Hailey; she is the first person I thought of when I saw this give away. Hailey knows who the Lord is and believes in him but does not have a personal relationship with Christ. On our five minutes rides, we talk about many things and I have opened the door to letting her know that I pray for her. I would love the opportunity to share this give away with her; mainly in hopes that Hailey would read the book, but the chance to “introduce” her to such a Godly family (that’s you TerKeursts!) who strives to follow his will in their lives would be amazing.

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  241. pat james

    I’m not a coffee drinker so that gift card would get shared with my sons. I have a great mom and mother-in-law who I will share with. Thanks for being generous.

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  242. Dee

    Hope, I would share the entire gift with my Beautiful daughter who loves to drink Starbucka, paint her nails, wear scarves and hats but most of all, wants to be what God wants her to be. Keep your chin up and don’t get discouraged by doing what God is calling you to do!

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  243. sue

    Thank you for this opportunity to win your new book. I will give it to my 16 year old niece if I win it and if I don’t I plan on buying it!

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  244. Bridget

    Good morning Hope, I am so encouraged by your post this morning. My daughter also named Hope is a tween and struggles in her walk since she is still young enough not to know how to completely avoid the secular jumple around her instead she still takes it in and then wishes she had avoided it. I would defiantly give this to her but maybe in a year or two so she would be able to take it in better. Thank you for your encouraging words for young woman.

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  245. Lynette Myers

    I would give it to my niece for her high school graduation gift!

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  246. Sharon

    I am in agreement with the others about Starbucks. I used to go there quite often but since they do not want Christian’s business because of our (God’s) stance on same sex marriage I will not buy anything Starbucks. I would however give everything else to my granddaughter who will be graduating high school in June. It would be a great gift to help her take her first steps into adulthood. Thank you for your continued service to the Lord. I look forward to the devotional every morning.

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  247. Debbie

    Well I can think of so many young ladies that I would love to give this book to in fact I wish I had read something like this when I was much younger, that being said my daughter is a young mother and I believe this is a book that would give her encouragement as she raises to young girls of her own and leads a biblestudy of teen girls at her church. I look forward to giving this book to so many other young ladies that I know. Thank you to you and your mom for letting God use you in this way.

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  248. Amy Fisher

    Hey Hope
    My daughter is almost 12, loves hats and I’m always looking for good books and resources to read alongside her in her quest for God! Have a blessed day!

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  249. Bridget Ferrara

    Good morning! Lovely to read your blog post, Hope. I would give this giveaway to my sister-in-law Lori. She is has some curiosity about accepting Christ into her life, and that book would probably be just the right thing to take her over the edge into a life with God. Thank you!

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  250. Julie Anderson

    I would give this to a young mother whose family will be moving to Japan to serve the Lord.

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  251. Cherie

    I would love to win this for my daughter. She’s a senior in high school and moving away to school in the fall. Although I know she’s looking forward to going away to school, I know she’s a little nervous about the unknowns, including finding a new church home and family. We go to a small church, where she’s active in our teen group and she hopes to find something similar while she’s away. This would be a great gift for me to give to her as she graduates high school and prepares for her new walk!

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  252. Lynn Bass

    I would really love to give this gift to my daughter who is 11. She is involved with our church youth group and plays softball. I believe she could be a leader but so many times she is a follower. Following is not bad when you remain true to who God called you to be and many times she allows the stronger personality to influence her. I want her to make her own decisions and reading the advice of a Godly young woman could provide the insight that just doesn’t make sense when Mom is pushing it. Thank you Hope, you and your Mom are fabulous!! Hope you are blessed and blessed and blessed…
    Lynn Bass

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  253. Ruth

    Good Morning! I would give this to a new young woman in my life. She is searching in her faith & I think this would be a wonderful way to touch her heart in a special way! So important for young women to know who they are in The Lord! Thank you for your devotional this am!

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  254. Mary Buchanan

    If I were to win this, I would give the book to my younger daughter. She is in her early 30’s, and is a single mom with questionable lifestyle choices. I love her dearly and pray for her and my grandsons daily. A book like this might make a difference; it couldn’t hurt. God bless you and your Mom—you all are making a difference.

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  255. Meeshia

    I would give this gift to my oldest daughter who is a Junior in HS. She is being pulled towards ministry but has the constant asking of “What do you want to be when you grow up” And there are a lot of people who wonder why she is even wanting to go into ministry. But she doesn’t know which direction God wants her to go yet. She needs to continually lean towards God’s whispers so that she knows she is going in the right direction. She needs encouragement!

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  256. Jen

    I would definitely give this to my oldest daughter. She is a hat lover and this would be a great book to read together– thanks!

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  257. Beth farley

    I would give this to my daughter Shannon because she is the mist giving young woman. She just opened up her home to her baby sister, (my daughter) emmawho is lost in life. She drive over 10 hours one way to pick her up. emma is now working and saving money and my two beautiful daughters are bonding. Btw emma didnt eant to come home and live with me. Mama’s got rules…beth

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  258. Connie Chupp

    If I were to win, I would give this to my niece. She seems to be at a crossroad in her young life and this book might be just the little seed she needs. Thanks for the chance.

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  259. Vivian

    I would give this book to my daughter who has been falling away from God for the past year and needs to be encouraged in her life again. Depression has taken a toll on her plans and I know withGod she can be whole again.

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  260. Betsy

    Hope,What awesome words to guide young ladies and help set focus for life (and encouragement & re-focus for us ‘older’ gals). I have been praying for my dear friend’s 16 year old daughter (she feels like a daughter to me as I only have sons). She is an acomplished soccer player, student, artist, Christ follower. However, she has recently admitted to an eating disorder (bulimia). We now live many miles apart & I’ve been writing a letter of encouragement to send her & also been thinking about what I Could send as a fun care package. Your book & favorites would touch her deeply I’m sure. You are a bit further in your faith walk & journey & I think your words would help her remember who she is in Christ. Keep writing, you’ve inspired me today!

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  261. Kim

    I would love to give this to my daughter. We were both baptized in November of 2007. It was amazing. Since then my daughter has drifted away from her relationship with her Heavenly Father. Her earthly father does his best, he is a good man, but still lives of the world. I would love for her to have the opportunity to read this book and be influenced with another perspective. Thank you and God bless.

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  262. Susan

    I love the question of who do you want to be and whose do you want to be. I would give this to my niece who is 15. She has made a proclamation of faith but is not in a home that will nurture that. Even if I don’t win this book will be given to her.

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  263. Elaine Segstro

    I would definitely give this to my son’s girlfriend, Chelsea. She does not come from a Christian home, and is hungry for God in her life.

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  264. Anna

    I would give this gift to a young woman at our church. They have so many negative influences in their young lives and I always try to encourage them to seek God’s direction rather than the world’s

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  265. Deb Hileman

    I enjoyed reading your blog this morning. I would love to give this to my 15 year old daughter. She loves Jesus, is involved and committed at church, however she is struggling with lots of issues are teenagers are faced with. I think it would be a book that could open her mind and touch her heart.

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  266. Maranda Spencer

    Thank you Hope for the words of encouragement! My daughter will be 11 in two weeks and this would be a wonderful gift for her. We have already entered the pre-teen realm of issues and the book would be great for us to read together. She is preparing for a missions trip to Honduras next year and I feel the book will help her focus on God’s will. Thank you so much for your generous spirit!!

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  267. Tara Yarbrough

    I would give this to my daughter who is a sophmore in college. She is struggling to figure out her direction in life, where she belongs, and who she belongs too. Thanks so much for sharing today your words are truly a blessing!

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  268. BJ

    Well, I will give it to my youngest sister who 18 years old. She went off to college last Fall. She was unwise with her time and hung out with friends way too much. This behavior affected her grades and aid for school so she was dismissed from school. She doesn’t want to come home but is trying to work to get her back in school. There were times when we won’t hear from her for months. She has confessed to treating her body disrespectfully and allowing others to as well. I’m always praying that God would draw her closer to Himself. She says she’s going to church but my prayer is that she’ll have a relationship with God. I’m just asking for prayers for my little sister.

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  269. Virginia Richardson

    Hope, I enjoyed reading your post. If I received your fun gift I would pass it to my daughter. She finished college last July (2012) and is working and looking to buy her first home. She leads our youth group at church and serves on the church council. As a mother I want her to stay focused on keeping God first. I am glad to see that you and your mother are close. Have a blessed day.
    Virginia

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  270. LaKishia White

    I would give this to my 14 year old niece. Having grown up in a single parent household I know the burden of being the oldest child. My niece is the oldest of 4 children. She helps my sister with the younger children while continuing to maintain her grades and she’s an awesome volleyball player. She struggles with body image issues. I just want her to always know that she was created in God’s image so there is nothing for her to worry about. I also want her to continue to have a servant spirit and be a blessing to those around her. I want her to know its ok to be bold for Christ, especially as she prepares to enter high school. Thank you.

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  271. Mandi Johnson

    I would give this to my daughter, Savannah. I think it would be a great thing for us to share together.

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  272. Heather

    Good Morning! I would give this to my 13 year old daughter who is struggling with trusting God. She has many questions that I am not able to answer because, I too, am learning to have Faith and give my thanks and worries to Him daily. Not only would your book be good for her, I would hope she would share it with me too:)

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  273. Kim

    Good morning Hope! Thank you for sharing your heart with us. I serve in our student ministry at church. Recently God crossed my path with a young woman who is of college age. One day she asked me if we could meet so she could share her story with me. I met her one evening. She shared her past with me and all she’s been through. One day after struggling with so much, she decided to allow Jesus to lead her life. Saying “yes” to him. She loves sharing with others how Jesus changed her life and rescued her. She is using her story to help others who are struggling now. Recently, she was invited to join in a ministry opportunity. As I left that evening, I felt so honored that she would share her life with me and trust me with her story. God is going to do amazing things in her life. Starbucks is the first place we met which brought her to mind when I saw your “favorite things”. Thank you again for your encouraging words to our young women. Blessings to you!

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  274. Jessica

    I am mentoring 2 girls who are Seniors in High School that both attend church with my family. One of the girls had her heart broken a few weeks ago when the final college admission letters came in and she didn’t get accepted. She isn’t sure what she is supposed to do next year and she is surrounded by her friends who are excited about going away to college and talking about future plans. She is heart broken. I would give today’s giveaway to her.

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  275. Kathy Webb

    Hi Hope,
    I would LOVE to have these items to give to my GODCHILD!!! She is struggling with life decisions and lives in a home with divorced parents, that have not and still do not always make wise decisions about their own lives. I try to be a positive influence in her life, but you may be a better one to speak to her heart with this lovely giveaway. I think the book would be most helpful to her. I love her as if she were my own daughter, but there is only so much an aunt can do in these situations. Help me “BRIGHTEN HER DAY” 🙂 Love your mom!

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  276. SHAWN HALL

    HI Hope! I would give this gift pack to my daughter. She is in her junior year and she is homeschooled. I would love for her to read the book out in the sun, at Starbucks. She often tells me that she feels alone and different because of the choices she is making in her life and some that we have made as a family. She thinks that we are the only ones striving to live a “Godly less worldly influenced life” and even when i tell her that we are not the only ones and she is not the only one, I don’t know that she gets that I “get” her. Yes Daddy is a pastor BUT we haven’t been saved all of our lives; just trying to live out my salvation for the rest of my life. This package of care would show her that I do and that I want her to continue to say yes to God and what He is imploring her to do. She has never even painted her nails so this would really be a treat for her and would back up my mom talk with a bit of mom walk. Thank you for reading and considering Moriah (God is my teacher).

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  277. Jessica

    Hi Hope,
    Loved, loved, loved reading your blog this morning! I am working very hard on my walk with God and to have my daughter walk with me is a dream come true. She is 11 and I sometimes feel her

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  278. Tara Shannon

    I would absolutely send this to my precious, oldest daughter in South Carolina. She will be finishing up her first year of school away from home, and her family, in Ohio. She still faithfully goes to church, but has not plugged herself into the “christian” college she is attending. She in involved with a man who is not following the Lord and she is “trying” to lead him to the Lord. Because of the relationship they have and her wishing to stay “on her own” in SC, she plans to move in with him next month when school ends for the year. We have pleaded with her, showed her Scripture, tried to use financial consequences, etc. to not let this happen. But we feel the Lord just reminding us to love her as He loves us! This would be a wonderful little surprise reminder of how much she is loved by her parents, her siblings, but also the Lord, who provides all.

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  279. Rachael

    I think it would be great book to send to my friend’s daughter who is in her first year of college. Although she was raised with a firm foundation in Christ, college can sometimes make you forget that, as I well remember!

    I’d keep it for my own daughter, but she’s only 4! I ain’t gonna lie, though – I’m keeping the Starbucks gift card!! (See: 4-year-old daughter!)

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  280. Leanne R.

    Hey Hope, My husband and I lead a youth group so I would keep one and buy plenty more and do it as a book study over the summer with the middle/high school girls of the youth group. Identity crisis is such a stealer of God’s daughters… it sounds like this book would help the girls find their identity in Jesus rather than “who they wanna be when they grow up”!

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  281. joanne

    WOW! Congratulations, Hope, on your collaboration with your mom on your first book! This is totally AWESOME! Your momma must be so proud!!! Thank you for putting yourself out there, just like your momma, to love and encourage your peers, young women who love God and those that are lost and searching. If I were to be so blessed to be chosen for today’s gift prize, I would turn around and send the whole thing to my daughter in the great big city of nyc. She is a freshman in college up there, missing the daily encouragement of Christian friends. It’s hard! She has friended a young freshman girl that loosely calls herself a Christian, but is struggling to know who He is, to hear His voice, and to filter her thoughts and perspectives through God’s Word. She has never done a Bible study and has agreed to do one with my daughter!!! This book would be a WONDERFUL gift for God to use to work in these girls’ lives. Thank you, Hope! God bless you and keep going girlie!!! You are doing GREAT, and God has even greater things in store:) xo

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  282. Emmaleigh

    I would share this with my younger sister. I remember being her age and having to make the decisions she is facing, and I’m sure she would appreciate the encouragement.

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  283. Sheri Zagata

    I am leaving a comment regarding the Friday Giveaway. I would give the giveaway to my daughter. She is about to turn 13 and loves all of the things that are your favorites. She will be turning into a young woman in a blink of an eye and our fervent prayer for her is that she will be a young woman of God!

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  284. Christena

    I would give this to my wonderful daughter. she just started going to church this year. I am very happy for her new relationship with God.

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  285. Donna Spring

    Thanks so much Hope for sharing with us! I actually have two people I would love to share your book with. First, my 20 year old daughter to help inspire her to follow her dreams like you said by deciding first who she wants to be and then whose she wants to be. So sweetly said. Had I followed that advice in my early years i could have avoided so much heart ache. The second is a neighbor of my Mother who has taken in her 16 year old niece to raise. She shared recently that she so wants this young girl to follow God and make good choices but fears pushing her away with too many words. This book could so be the instrument she needs. Thank you for sharing your heart with us!

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  286. Blanca Reyes

    Good morning Hope, I know exactly who I’d give this to if I win, which I am praying I do. I would give this to my 17yr old daughter Brianna who since 12 yrs of age has been suffering from seizures. They went away for about two years and have come back since last year again and it is very sad to see your daughter going through this, specially when all the tests they do on her come back normal and they tell you she has Pseudo Seziures, which are emotional seizures. In away it is very hard to believe because she is an outstanding student, who is involve in school and hates to miss school, but because of this she has had to even be on homebound and makes her life very hard. This would really be a great gift for her because she loves to read and we need to believe that what is happening to her will be use to glorify God and use it for other young girls out there. Please keep her in your prayers, thanks and God bless you!!!

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  287. Lisa

    Hi Hope, I would give this package to my 15 year old daughter. I have been praying for her future lately and that God would direct her path. This has been her first year of high school and next year we plan to homeschool through out the rest of her high school year. We have been praying for direction. This book sounds like it would be a great tool for her. Thank you for the insight that you have given me with your post.

    Lisa

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  288. Lisa Spies

    the person that I would give this to is my 9 year old daughter, Brooke. She may be 9 going on 10 in October, but she is an “old soul.” Several of my girlfriends have made that comment about her. She was baptized on Mother’s Day 2009 and has seemed to have a special relationship with our Lord. She is the person in Christ that I strive to be and I pray that she never loses that. She loves to read and really loves to read with Mom so I know that this is a book that we will enjoy together. Thank you to you, your mom and Proverbs 31 Ministries for breathing His Holy Spirit on me and my family. In a world that seems to be spiraling downward all around us, you help me to see the beauty that is still there. Be Blessed and continue to be a Blessing and beacon in a dark world.

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  289. Maureen P.

    If I would win I would give it to my precious daughter ,who is 15.5

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  290. Jeannie Huie

    I’d be more than happy to give my daughter this gift!! She has 2 children – 2 and 5 – who keep her busy. She is growing in the Lord and guiding them along the path. She deserves a special gift!!

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  291. Carolyn Rogers

    Love your message, can’t wait to read it to my girls AND my boy (I don’t think I even have to tweak any words for him 😉

    I would give the gift to my oldest daughter who is in 6th grade and a wonderful girl who I want to share your question with – not what but who and whose!

    Have a wonderful weekend yall.

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  292. Brandy

    Hi Hope! I would give this to my 14 year old daughter. She is struggling with her walk and I think this book would help her. Kids today have so much pressure from the world…more than ever before. They have so much pressure from school and what they are going to do with their lives starting at such a young age. I want her to learn to be a follower of Christ first and formost. God will take care of all if you follow his will. I want myself to remember that as well. 🙂

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  293. Rachel

    There are 3 teen girls in our church youth group. If I won this I would give it to one of them and buy 2 more to give to the other 2. I think it would really help them grow!

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  294. Shellyk

    2 young ladies come to mind-I am not certain who would be most responsive as neither is walking to close to Jesus right now. Both young ladies are caught in the trappings of life as a 19 & almost 21 year old. My heart truly believes that until these 2 young ladies are wholeheartedly in love with God, they will meander thru life rather than have their deepest heart desires met. I often pray Ps 37:4 for them, that they would delight in The Lord & that He would then give them those desires of their hearts. I love these 2 gals almost as if they’d be my own daughters & want nothing but Gods absolute best for them.

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  295. Sally

    I would give this to my son’s girlfriend.
    It would be a great way to encourage her in her new faith walk.

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  296. Michaela

    Hi Hope,
    Awesome devotion! I would give this to my new friend Rachel, she is so giving in every way. She says yes to God no matter the costs! She is a young woman and she is a mental health counselor, also she has 5 children, biological and adopted. She is the female youth pastor at our church and she pours into the lives of others, all that she has. She has been an amazing blessing and example for myself and I want to bless her in some way. I think this giveaway would be a great way to do so because it would show her my appreciation of her and remind her that she is a woman, of God, not just a mom, counselor, and friend. 🙂 Thank you for this, whoever wins will be blessed!!!

    Michaela

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  297. Jessica

    Your book sounds amazing. I know 3 young ladies that I’d love to give your book to. The tote bag and other goodies are great gift ideas. Even if I don’t win the give away, you’ve given me a great idea for birthday gifts. Thank you!

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  298. Amber Bennett

    I would give this to a very special young lady in my life that I met in church over 10 years ago. She is in her freshman year of college and she is pre-med. All she wants to do is help others. I can truly say…not only does she know what she wants to be but why and whose!! This young lady truly is after the heart of God and is a wonderful role model to her 5 siblings. Who I am sure she will share the stuff with. And once she has gotten all the girls to read the book will challenge them in a study or devotional time about it. Thanks for the oportunity to pass on your experiences though your book and favorite things.

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  299. Shere

    Hello there Hope,
    I would definitely give the gifts to my small group leader. For the past 5 years she has been such an inspiration and encouragement to my life. She is career-driven, a great mom, mentor, and spiritual leader to two small groups. It is a truly a blessing to have her in my life.

    Many blessings,
    Shere

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  300. Nicole Benjamin

    I would give it to my 15 y/o babysitter who is absolutely precious…She goes to a school in which they are having a lot of trouble with bullying and I believe it is becoming harder and harder to show your faith and stand up for God and your beliefs…I truly hope she continues to make the best decisions for her future and not to be steered by peer pressure or get discouraged with all the ugliness that may be surrounding her.

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  301. Tanya

    I would give this to my daughter Hope! That’s a great name isn’t it? Her 17th birthday is coming up and I would love to give her something that would encourage her faith and help her on her journey to finding God’s plan for her life. Thanks so much! My email is [email protected].

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  302. Laurel Flaget

    I would like to give this to my triplets who are HS Juniors and in the midst of college searching, career planning and making a lot of major life decisions! There is so much pressure to ‘know’ at such a young age. My prayer is that they will be who God has designed them to be and that they will be in communion with Him so that His plan is clear.

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  303. Terri

    Good morning Hope,
    What an amazing oppurtunity to write with your mom! I would love to give this book to my step-daughter.
    Terri

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  304. jess

    Thank you for such a great message! I will forward this on to my niece and would love to give her this book. She is 13 and growing up so fast!

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  305. Meredith Strain

    Dear Hope,
    I am so excited about this book and the person that I can’t wait to give it too is My Bestfriends daughter that is 15. Her name is Makenna. She is a wonderful young woman but gets pulled in many directions that test her faith. I think this book will confirm who she is and who she really wants to be, as a young christian woman and a role model for her friends and younger sisters. God Bless, and thank you for the opportunity!

    Meredith

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  306. Elizabeth

    I would give this to my daughter, Whitney. She is finishing her freshman year in college which the Lord used to grow her faith immensely! He is preparing her for something great based on all that he is already doing in her life.

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  307. Norma

    Hi Lysa,
    I would give this to my soon to be 15 year old niece who happens to be raised Catholic as I was growing up, and whom I think will benefit by opening the door to an unknown path to her, the path of getting to know her Father God personally instead of religiously. May the Lord continue to bless. Thank you, Norma

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  308. Sandra

    Hello Hope,
    I’m not a “young” woman anymore, but your words hit me in a profound way! Wow – we should all try to live asking whose do we want to be. I’ve got to get a copy of your book to read for myself and then to pass along to my teenage daughter. God Bless! Sandra

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  309. Paige

    I have daughters 13 and almost 12, and I would love to go through this book with them. Such good things to consider!

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  310. Glenda Martin

    What a beautiful message Hope! I would give this to my daughter, Madison, who is 15 yrs. old. She is a beautiful young girl, inside and out, and her love for our Lord shows.

    You and your mother are such blessings—-we are thankful for you!

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  311. Kimberly

    Great post, Hope! Thanks! I have 5 boys, and one little girl……I’m looking forward to some girl time with her as she gets older……but in the meantime, I would give this to my niece whose 18th birthday it is TODAY. She lives in Brazil, but will be coming to the US for college, and I know this would be a great gift for her as she starts her new adventure here.

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  312. Jill Clem

    Thank you for sharing on your mom’s blog today. You are an inspiration to many young women! This would be a wonderful gift to give to a young woman who has been attending my women’s Bible studies this year. She will be graduating in May from high school and then attending college. She is a lovely, insightful and Jesus seeking young woman. I have so enjoyed her participating in our studies and having her share her thoughts and feelings with women who are old enough to be her mother or grandmother. What a wonderful gift to give her as she begins a new journey in her life.

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  313. Lisa

    I think this devotion and blog today were an answer from God for me! My daughter is 13 and, although she goes to church with us, is not really connected to other Christian kids. She doesn’t want to join the youth group since she is shy and doesn’t know any of the kids. Since she’s in a public school, I think it’s hard for her to picture following God wholeheartedly, and she doesn’t fully know what that means. We as her parents are really seeking God about how we can encourage her in her walk with the Lord. Just before getting on the computer, I was struggling to trust God in this area after a sleepless night of worrying about this. Praise God for His timing! And thank you for being used by Him to encourage a stressed-out mother’s heart. Hope, your devotion today gave me hope! (Your name is so fitting!) So, to answer your question, I would give this to my precious daughter and pray that it would open doors for us to encourage her in deepening her walk with Jesus.
    Lisa

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  314. Tammy in GA

    Hope

    There is such wisdom in your words! Thank you for stepping out in faith with this book.

    When I was reading the excerpt, the image of one young lady kept coming to mind from my church. She is 17 and is also wise beyond her years. She currently has an opportunity to spend 5 months on an extended mission trip and has been praying for guidance. So, I would give this bag to her- Jessica whose heart is given over to God and serving His people.

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  315. Erin T.

    :)….Loved reading this today!… I would give it to a precious girl in my life… She is in high school and in a serious relationship. She does know the Lord… and I do believe, with all my heart, that this book would guide her in making the right choices while venturing through that teenage journey. She and her family are so precious to me — on the weekends, I often work an hour away. Instead of making the drive back home for the night, this family allows me to stay with them. They live day by day in dependence upon God’s provisions, and have truly taught me a lot about “what really matters” in this lifetime. I would love to “give back” to them!!!! :)… Thank you for this oportunity!

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  316. Karen

    What a fun gift! I would give this to one of our nieces who is graduating from high school next month. She is a fantastic young lady and I know this would be a great encouragement to her as she begins a new chapter in life.

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  317. Katherine Sloan

    Hope, thank you for sharing today. I am so encouraged by your words. My daughter is a junior, facing the decisions of college and all the “what” questions that come with this. This sounds like such an encouraging book. I would love to win this for Rebekah!

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  318. Toni Kitchen

    I will definitely give this to my daughter, Abby, who is a freshman in high school this year! It sounds like a wonderful message for young girls!

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  319. Sarah

    Good morning Hope. Your words are such a blessing. I would give the book to a dear young friend who has struggled quite a bit. She is a sophmore, she feels like a social outcast, she was admitted in a hospital because she tried to take her own life last summer. Ive taken it upon myself to be somewhat of a life mentor. This young girl recently accepted Jesus in her heart and got baptised.
    Thank you for being a woman who can be an example for so many young people who need God, direction and Hope!
    Blessings,
    Sarah

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  320. Terri

    Good Morning,

    I would give this to my daughter who is 19 and PK. I know being a PK everyone thinks she has all the answers through her parents and especially her daddy who is a Pastor. She is also an introvert and that has also been difficult being a PK who is thrown into the spotlight that she does not want. Those expectations have been difficult for her.
    I will try to condense her story the best I can. When she was 14 she went on her first mission trip got very sick from 3 parasites caused many different complications that lasted from years 14-18. She still has a few health problems from the parasite damage but is doing much better physically after getting her to Mayo Clinic. The harder part for me, as her mom, is seeing what that illness did with her mind. She had depression, anxiety and fears that at times even now she struggles with. One thing I was so proud of her was facing the fear of traveling on another mission trip…she totally surrendered that back over to God and headed on a mission trip when she was 17. There is so much more I could tell you but it really could take a book. She is now 19…moved off to Tennessee but due to un-forseen circumstances she ended up having to move back home after 5 months. It’s hard when your this young and so much of her young life has been full of complications. We try to encourage her that God will not waste all this that you’ve had to endure. That you will use this at some point in your life to help someone else. She is trying to work on what her next journey in life is and I think this book will help her tremendously. I will buy this book whether we win or not but thank you so much Lysa for writing this book for young women. This is much needed!

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  321. Renee

    I would love this gift for my 12yr old daughter..this blog was such a “God Send” this morning as she and I fought over her appearance and I explained (as always) that you are NOT like everyone else…you are beautiful on the inside and out…you are a “Child of God” and he knows your beautiful. It’s so hard for these young girls to “fit-in” at middle school because so many girls wear LOTS of make-up and clothes that I do not agree with. It’s a small majority of girls but for some reason my daughter thinks they are important and these girls opinion matter.

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  322. Crystal

    Thank you for your encouraging words, it is always a great reminder to spend more time listening to others rather than yourself complaining about what is going on! I would love to give this to my sister because she is really struggling right now with who she is and everything that is going on around her. I know she loves The Lord and wants to serve Him but she could really use some extra encouragement (which I am and will continue to do even if I don’t get the chance to win this book). Thanks again!

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  323. Beka T

    Thank you, Hope, for being an encouragement this morning!! Just that little excerpt from the book about asking “who I want to be” started a train of thought that needed to happen. I would give this package to my sister. She is engaged to be married and really is struggling to find herself. We were raised in an IFB church where we were taught to be and do only as the pastor deemed. We were not taught who we were in Christ’s image. We were not taught that we were Daughters of an Almighty Dad that loves us unconditionally. My sister is a year and a half out of that church and lifestyle and struggles daily with who and what she is. She is sometimes consumed with what she wants to do for a living. My prayer is that she continually seeks our Heavenly Father, but I think maybe reading your book will help her. Thanks for listening!!

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  324. Jennifer

    This would be a wonderful gift for my 17 year old daughter. She did not go through confirmation when others her age did and as a mom, I was very concerned about this. Once she became high school age, she began going on mission trips every summer and is has become very active with her youth group. It has been a true blessing to see her blossom into the beautiful young woman she is. She began her confirmation/membership classes at church just this week and we are so thrilled! As I stated before, this would be a wonderful gift for her as she continues to grow in her Christian faith!

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  325. Apple

    Hello Hope! I enjoyed your msg today! Thank you:))
    I would give to this my daughters:)) we have three beautiful girls
    I am new Christian.. Now we introduce our children to God wonderful word.
    They are learning and discovering just like I has been. Wonderful!!
    Have a lovely day:))(o^^o)

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  326. Marcella

    What a great example you are for women. I would give this to my sister. She is caring and providing for
    Nine family members in her home (children and grandchildren) plus working as an RN full time and helping take care of our elderly mother who is quite sick. She hasn’t had a vacation nor takin time for herself in three years and her Heath is starting to fail. Maybe these things would make her smile. Thanks

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  327. Lori

    Thank you for sharing Hope! You are such an inspiration and wonderful role model for young women! I would love to have a copy of this book to give to my daughter one day when she’s a little older – she just turned 11. Such a difficult age; I’m trying to help her focus on the who she wants to be and not so much the what or being “popular”….maybe I should give her this book now!

    Many blessings,
    Lori

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  328. Penny Price

    I would love to win your gift and give to my niece. She is a cop and I so want her to be right with God.

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  329. Krista

    Well if I couldn’t keep them myself 🙂 … I would love to give it to my youth pastors wife, Gretchen. She has spurred me on to read my Bible. Encouraged me on as Mom to keep going and that I am not alone in my feelings, and struggles. We are starting a new devotional together from you and I would love to give Gretchen this cute gift set to thank her for being a great friend to me. Not to mention she is a a fashionable woman and would look great with little accessories!

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  330. Angela Weitzel

    I cant wait to read this book. I have two young ladies in my life that mean the world to me and I want them to hear, from someone other than their mother and me, that their value is in God. They are sisters, 24 and 17 years old, and they both struggle, just like I did at that age, about their identity. Thank you for writing.

    Angie

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  331. Dana Y.

    I would give the book to our church’s library and would find another home for the rest of the goodies! 🙂

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  332. Caitlin

    I would love to give this gift to my baby sister (who is 15). She loves girly things but most of all I would love her to have this gift. She has already given her life to the Lord, and serves Him in many ways, but in the next couple years here she is going to be hitting new struggles, new challenges in high school about what, who, and whose she wants to be. I know I wish I would have had a similar guiding through what ended up being very difficult years in my life leading me far away from our Lord and Savior. I hope that I can give her the gift and the encouragement she needs to stay on the road that she is on now as she hits these new adventures in her life.

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  333. Jill Lindsey

    I love reading from your perspective! I would quickly hand this over to my niece who is struggling right now. She is suffering the consequences of some very bad decisions but she is a very sweet soul. I am trying to encourage her and remind her who she is in Christ.

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  334. Leslie crysel

    I will give this to my daughter. She is struggling to find her identity in Christ as a Junior in High School. It is my prayer for all of my kids to be able to say that they are the Lords and that is who they put their trust, faith and identity in. We have decided that we are going to walk through this with her and couple of her close friends. A couple have made professions and a couple haven’t….my prayer is that this will be instrumental in them making a life change.
    Thank you so much for being an example that we can turn our young women too.
    nHISgrip,
    Leslie

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  335. Stacy

    Hope, this is lovely. Thank you for sharing your words. As for the giveaway, it would be my daughter’s. 🙂

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  336. Fran

    I enjoyed your devotion post today, Hope. I would give it away to my daughter and my daughter-in -law…divide it amongst them. They are both expecting babies in May and the bag could be a diaper bag? The starbucks for well deserved treats and when one got done reading the book the other could pass it on and then pass it on to me to read too. Thank-you.

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  337. Tammy P

    I would give this to my daughter. She is such a special little girl who has a great big heart for others!!

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  338. BethA

    Good morning, Hope! It was lovely getting to read your post today. I know how proud your mom must be of such a fine young woman.

    I’d give this prize to my precious 16 year-old daughter.

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  339. Suzie

    You books sounds awesome! I would love to give a copy to my 20 daughter. This past week with tears in her eyes let me know she is tired of everyone asking her what she is going to do with her life, she has no idea. She is running from God and has lost her direction. Growing up she was full of hope, dreams and ideas. She has been on two life changing mission trips- even leading two young girls to Christ. She needs a gentle reminder of God’s amazing plans for her life.

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  340. Jennifer

    I have two girls, 11 and 13. They already have times when they struggle with wondering what the future holds. I would love to give this book to them!

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  341. Stacey

    Thank you, Hope, for your faith and for sharing this with us! I would definitely give this gift to my 15 year old niece who is struggling with peer pressure and is in counselling for media addiction that has caused her grades to slip and that has caused her to put herself into potential compromising situations. She craves God; however, isn’t in an environment that promotes it. She just needs a lift into Jesus and I think this would be a great way to start! Prayers appreciated!

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  342. Beth McKenzie

    I I would give this to my 15 year old daughter who had to move right in the middle of her sophomore year. My husband is a pastor and the Lord called us to a church in another state. Even though it was hard, she stuck with it, and has now grown more in her faith than ever before. This would be a great encouragement for her.

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  343. Tammy Burgess

    I’d give this to me daughters youth coach. She is 19 and going on her first mission trip to Africa this summer. We just had a discussion about what can happen when you say YES to God as my husband and I were blessed to be able to assist her with the funds for this trip that she had been quite worried about.

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  344. Pat T

    Hi Hope, What inspiring words you have written. What an awesome path God has lead you to. My prayers are that He will continue to guide you and your family as you travel this road together. I would give this packagae to my daughter who will be graduating from college on May 12. She has some important decisions to make about her future and will be starting another new chapter in her life.

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  345. Esther

    I would give this to my daughter. She is 14 and really trying to figure her life out. I love watching who she is turning into, and surprising her with special things here and there just because!

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  346. Mary N.

    I would love to win this book and give to my daughter who will be graduating from high school next month. I think it would make great graduation gifts for her friends too, so I may have to order several copies!!

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  347. Paula

    I would love to give this to my niece who is graduating from high school in May. She has really had a hard time this past year with some personal issues regarding her family. I know that my niece is a Christian & loves the Lord. I feel this book would give her the direction that she needs to take in her life & seek the Lord even more in decisions that she has to make in the future.

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  348. Michelle Launchbury

    I would love to win this for my 14-year old daughter, Heather. I am so touched by your devotional today, Hope, and my prayer for my daughter would be for her to seek Christ wholeheartedly – as I get the sense that you do just that!! What an inspiration for teenage girls all over the world! Thank you 🙂

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  349. Brenda

    I would give this to my daughter if I win. I think this would be a big blessing to her before she leaves for college in the fall. Thanks so much for the chance to win this great gift set.

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    • Julie

      I love that question “who do you want to be”. I would give this book to my young friend who us celebrating her 17th Birthday today. Thanks for sharing

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  350. Jen Posch

    Hope,
    It was refreshing to read your devotion and blog today. I truly enjoy hearing the thoughts and passions of a young woman , like yourself. I would bless my eldest daughter with the spring giveaway because she just turned 15 and will be going on her 1st missions trip to Nicaragua in June, so I know she too would be encouraged by you and your story. Otherwise, I would give it to a friend of hers who has been struggling with who she is and where she is in life. Thank you for loving God and sharing that love with others.
    Have a blessed day,
    Jen

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  351. Kelly Seelow

    I would give it to my little sister because I know she would not only benefit from it but would let me borrow it when she was done!

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  352. Stacey S.

    I would share this with my daughter. Such a wonderful gift and message 🙂

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  353. Nikki M

    I would give it to my teen daughter. Thanks for sharing today!

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  354. Linda

    What a blessing to read this. My biggest desire is to see young women, such as yourself impact this “Next Generation” to bring Glory & Honor to Jesus Christ. You’ve done a wonderful job, Lysa, (because of God in you) To prepare your daughter!!! Blessings to you & your family!! As a Parent Coach, I look forward to sharing this with many young family’s

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  355. Kelly

    I would give this to my daughter. She is 21 and has barely started life on her own. She isn’t sure about this “God” thing, although she has been raised in a Christian home. A month ago she was in a head-on car accident that totaled her car and should have killed her and the passengers with her. She came away with only badly sprained ankles, and she was the worst of the injuries, praise the Lord. She will tell you it’s a miracle she survived, but she won’t acknowledge where that miracle came from, although I’ve been quite vocal about Who was protecting her that night. I’m always looking for another door to open for her, to expose her to the Father’s love for her, so it doesn’t sound like just another time when her Mom’s “preaching” again. This could be another way to reach her.
    Thank you for posting today, Hope!

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  356. Cindi

    After reading other responses I feel selfish for asking for a chance to win. BUT, I have a
    granddaughter who just graduated from high school, she had big plans to attend college and “become that person she wanted to be”. Her life has taken a different route, she has a baby now, just moved into her own apartment and got a job that she feels she’s “settling” for. I want her to know that this isn’t the end of her life and she can still achieve those things she visualized for herself. She’s feeling a little bitter and lost right now and I think this book would really be encouraging to her. Thanks

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  357. Joyde Kaiser

    Hope is the feeling I hang on to in my life…when there are ups, and downs, problems and solutions, feelings of being scared, and not feeling so confident, and an aloneness state…..I REMEMBER I HAVE MY GOD WITH ME 24/7. And I am so grateful He is my friend.
    Yesterday I read many verses of Psalms to my 94 year old friend who broke her femur and ias in the hospital…she closed her eyes when I read, and then said to me “Joyce your voice is so soothing to me.” I felt soooooogood about sharing God with her. I would give the present to myself. It would be nice. Joyce Kaiser

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  358. Ginger

    I would love for my son’s friend to have this. She is a wonderful young lady and is planning on joining the Navy after graduation. Thank you so much for the opportunity!

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  359. Mandi A.

    I would give it to my son’s girlfriend, Beth. We have all boys in our family (1 son and tons of nephews), so I have no girl experience. I am taking her to Woment of Faith this fall. She is a tremendous young woman and just amazes me. I can’t wait to see what God will do in her life.

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  360. Bethany Lane

    I would give this to my niece. What a great way to encourage her in her Christian walk! Loved the book excerpt!

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  361. SandyT/kc

    l would love to give this to my oldest granddaughter….she is hurting so bad, struggling so hard. She needs a fresh touch from Him….and a powerful and personal reminder that He loves her dearly, has great plans for her formed long ago in perfect faithfulness, is with her and will bring her safely through!…thanks Hope for reminding us of our endless hope in Christ that will NEVER disappoint us!!….blessings and hugs….:)…sandyT/kc

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  362. Deenak

    Hello Hope!
    I would love to get the book and give it to my daughter who is a senior in high school. Everyone is always asking her what her plans are for the future. ( She could then pass it down to her sister who is a junior.)
    Have a happy day
    Deena

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  363. Heike

    Dear Hope,

    I truly enjoyed reading your devotional and your blog entry today… the apple doesn’t fall far and so on 😉 If I were to win the prize, I would give it to my 16 year old daughter. We had a very bad church experience after an arsonist set fire to the church and she is now saying she doesn’t believe there is a God. We have discussions about Him and she categorically denies He exists because if He did, why would Christians act the way they did at our old church. I pray for her every time I pray. She is 16 and I know she is searching and I pray she will come back to Him. But even if I don’t win, I am asking for prayers for her. I forwarded your devotional to her, maybe she will read it since it’s not good ole’ mom telling her about God. God bless you, Heike

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  364. Lori

    Good morning Hope! Your post today comes at a good time. My 15-yr old daughter has had quite a journey over the past year. She was diagnosed with a mood disorder and has battled depression, cutting, suicidal thoughts, anxiety, and so on. She has not been a believer (which tears at my Christian heart) but I’ve been carefully planting seeds of encouragement through Christ. Over the past month or so she is started to see that God is working in her life in different ways. The goodies in your giveaway would definitely be for her — it’s easier sometimes to gain perspective from someone closer to your own age. : )

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  365. Lori

    I would give this to a high school girl in our church who I’ve been praying for and sending encouraging messages to. She is the foster daughter of my best friend and needs to be reminded often how beautiful she is in God’s eyes, pimples and all. She has given her life to the Lord and would greatly benefit from a book like this.

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  366. Dana

    Well, today is my daughters 13th birthday!! This would be a wonderful gift for her!

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  367. Debbie Thayer

    This is just what my 14 year old daughter needs. I can see her struggling in her life going back and forth trying to figure out who she should be. Some days she is comfortable with herself and other days i can see she is trying ti fit in with everyone at school. She struggles with her faith in the same way and because her school environment does not promote faith, she is not sure how to fit it into her life. 14 is such an impressionable age and i think this book would be a great asset for her.

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  368. Connie

    Cool gifts to share with my DIL!

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  369. Candie

    I would give it to my daughter!

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  370. Teri

    I would give this to my daughter Lia. I have participated and facilitated “What Happens When Women Say Yes to God” and I am so excited that there is now a version for young women! My daughter has such a heart for Jesus and this will hopefully give her a great start to a wonderful relationship with God. Thank you for the opportunity to win this gift!

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  371. Cheri

    I would gift it to my “just-turned” 16 year old granddaughter who is seeking the “Yes” adventures with God.

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  372. Oriya Garcia

    Sounds like something I could use to give to my daughter before she enters teenage hood.

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  373. Melissa Huber

    My sister who just had a baby and who is trying to figure out “who” she is again… with work, being a wife and now a new mom she’s going through a transition that all moms go through.

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  374. Carol

    I have three precious granddaughters, 13, 15 & 17 I would so love to share this with. I have already forwarded your blog to them to read. Thank you for sharing!!!

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  375. Kendra

    Hope, I would give this to my 19 year-old daughter. She is struggling so much to find the right path and I pray every day that she will say yes to God and place her trust in Him. After 4 years of constant turmoil, I think she is finally in a better mindset to be receptive to a book such as this. She needs guidance and direction that she just refuses to accept from me and her father. Thank you so much, and God bless you!

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  376. Donna Mahoney

    This is the coolest thing! I would give it to one of my daughters. The one I am having a bit of trouble with, for encouragement to her.

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  377. Dawn

    I would share this gift with my Niece Hailee, since her family and her have moved she has been going through a rough time and I feel this would be the perfect gift to let her know that God loves her no matter what.

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  378. HeatherN

    Hope~
    What fun to hear from you this morning. Thank you for sharing with us. If I were to win, I would give the prizes to my niece who leaves for college in the fall. She is struggling with those exact things (even though I don’t think she will admit it) and I think it would be such a blessing to her to read and know she is not alone in all this figuring out life stuff.

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  379. Karen DeSantis

    I would give this to my daughters. I think they would really like it.

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  380. Christie

    As I read this blog, I was thinking of a wonderful young lady in my life. Her name is Christina, and she is in her Senior year of high school. She is currently dating our oldest son. She is extremely outgoing and gifted in many ways, but I am not sure she is able to recognize how gifted she truly is. She comes from a single parent home where she has been without a father figure. Unfortunately, her father lives close but misses her birthdays and has missed the important mile stones in her life thus far. Coming from a single parent home myself, I desire for her to find out who she is in Christ. I would love to see her recognize herself as a daughter of God, who is the only one that can enable her to let go of past hurt. He can give her a new perspective and help her to fill in the gaps that were left empty by not having a father in her life. She is a believer, but my prayer for her is to have a life changing encounter with Christ. Maybe God could use this book to help her see how special she is. Thank you.

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  381. Amy

    I coach a middle school cheer squad and would love to give the book to my girls.

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  382. Christy

    Thank you so much for this post. It has really touched my heart. I would give this to my daughter. She is 17, and seeking Gods will in her life. My oldest daughter has been to Haiti two times and is in love with serving Gods people there. She plans to return many times. My 17yr old just finished a book called kisses from katie, and is wanting to do missions in Africa. Im am so thankful for their desire to listen to Gods call, and it makes me want to seek God more. I can not wait to see what God has in store for my children who surrender wholly to Him!!

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  383. Laura

    I would give it to my sister in law. Her husband ( my brother in law) is only 40 and dying of colon cancer. They have 18 mo old twins, and she is very angry and scared. Her faith definitely needs to be restored and I think these gifts would really help her right now.

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  384. Pamela S.

    Hi Hope! Great giveaway! I’d send it my to my cousin who just graduated college and started her first job (dream job!) at a resort in Destin, FL. She’s just starting out in her adult life and she can use all of these gifts at the beach!

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  385. Lynda

    What a beautiful gift and opportunity to share God with others. I have 8 grandchildren, but I would share this with with my almost 17 year old grand daughter, Caitlyn. While Christianity is how she has been raised, I believe she could use a reminder that God has not abandoned her now. As we know teen yars can be challenging in so many ways and right now she is struggling with “being in love” and yet hurting from a break up. She is looking so hard for love from her dad, grand father and knowing those men will not leave her and I am trying to re assure her that there is another man who will also never abandon her. This would be a terrific reminder to her. She has such a sweet heart and soul. As women we know this is such a tenuous time in not loosing faith. Thanks for hearing me out.
    I can’t wait to meet you soon in Las Vegas. God Bless

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  386. Chrissy

    If I won this awesome gift I would give it to my best friend. She is having a difficult time dealing with some issues from her past, her marriage, and facing that as her friends are having children she isn’t in the right place to have a child. I feel that she needs God’s guidance more and more each day, and this would also lift her spirits in more than one way.

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  387. angie j

    I would give this to one of my beautiful nieces. She is 12 and turning into a wonderful young lady. She is entering an important time in her life and I think she would gain so much with this book!

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  388. Jeanne Vanetta

    I would give this to my sister who has been caring for my dad who has Alzheimer’s in Georgia. She moved up there over 5 years ago to help take care of him. She sold her home and moved in with my parents and has taken care of him full time over the past year. She has sacrificed her life, job, friendships and relationships for him. We recently moved Dad to Florida where I live. She is picking up her life (once again) to move down here to be near him so we can all take care of him together. Each gift is perfect! She is returning to the sun and she is fair skinned and doesn’t have a sun hat! Her nails haven’t been painted in quite a while and a necklace would be perfect to dress her up and take her out on the town (which she clearly has forgotten how to do :). The book more than anything would be a blessing…she needs renewal and restoration with God…

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  389. TJ

    I would give this to my 16-year-old daughter who is finishing her junior year of high school and deer in the headlights about “what” she wants to do when she finishes school. She has a general idea, but nothing that has really seemed to set her on fire and get her focused. She has dealt with mental illness in the form of bipolar disorder for the past 2 years and is doing excellent now, but I’m afraid that diagnosis will make her question or hesitate about a decision she feels strongly about.

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  390. Kim C from Michigan

    Thanks so much, Hope! I am going to ditch the question to my teens (what do you want to do…) and replace it with who do you want to be! Much more productive and the right direction. I am so glad you posted today. 🙂

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  391. Darla

    I would give this to my 17 year old daughter! She struggles with asking herself that question and comparing her decisions to those around her. I also do an accountability group for 11th grade girls and would love to preview this book as an option for my girls.
    Thank You!

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  392. Amy M

    Well, if it would be alright, I would split the gift up to bless more ladies. The Starbucks card would go to my friend Lynn who is very stressed at work; the nail polish to two small girls at our church (they are sisters) who love to paint their nails – they’ve been going through so much lately; the beautiful necklace would go to a senior lady at my church who is always so giving to others and who has little biological family – we are her family; the tote bag to my sister who LOVES purses!; the book & sun to my fair skinned 14 year old cousin – she’s such a caring young lady that I know God is working with and directing. I feel that this book would continue to see His direction for her life. Thanks!

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  393. Terri

    I would give this to my amazing daughter! She is getting to graduate high school in the top 5% of her class which is truly a miracle because she wasn’t supposed to make it this far. She was diagnosed with a chronic degenerative pancreatic disease at the age of 2 and the doctors always told us there was no cure and nothing we could do. Her illness would progress and the odds were that by the time she was 18 she would either be so sick she would be completely disabled and homebound or she would develop pancreatic cancer. When she was 14, she was so sick she was homebound 100% of the time and in and out of the hospital every other week. God gave us a miracle by leading us to a surgeon who had developed a brand new experimental surgery that could possibly change her life. She went through a 15 hour surgery and had her pancreas, spleen, appendix, part of her large intestines removed and then the dr transplanted islet cells (from her pancreas-they produce insulin) into her liver. Then her liver magically began to produce insulin so even without a pancreas she is diabetic free! My true amazement with my daughter is the strength she has had throughout all the challenges in her life. She always held onto her faith and stayed strong, pure and full of virtue, she never gave up and she worked hard to continue to get her education, taking honors and AP courses and having straight A’s all through high school, even when she was homebound or in the hospital.

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  394. Cass Smith

    Hi Hope! I would give this to my beautiful fifteen year old niece. She has a birthday in a few weeks and I know she has reached a point in her life where the road is dividing. She can choose the path that will take her closer to God, or the path that she will choose to walk alone with the world. I know either route she takes will be hard, but I pray that she’ll opt for the one where God will walk alongside her, and even carry her when she feels she is unable to carry on. Now for that cute bag and Starbuck’s cars…well, I can honestly admit those will probably stay with me. 😉

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  395. Becky

    i would share with my daughter! She would love it!

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  396. Annette

    I would give this to a young woman that recently accepted The Lord and she just got baptized. She is 21 years old and she just accepted into dental hygiene school and over the weekend her husband of less than a year decided to meet another women and told her he needed some space. My heart breaks for her and I pray that she will just trust Christ in this, but being such a new Christian I worry! So please pray for her “Jessica” and I think this would be a real encouragement for her.

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  397. DeeDee

    I have 2 beautiful daughters to whom I would give it all. I want them see how beautiful they can be INSIDE more than outside. I pray they will be young women who say yes to God.

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  398. Donnalyn

    Thank you for this wonderful blessing! Would love to share these to special people in my life:

    1. A Starbucks gift card – To a friend who loves strabucks, who has not known the Lord. I pray the Lord touches her heart that she’d eventually say yes to my invitation and come to church with me.
    2. Nail polish color, Tote bag, Sun hat – To a long distance friend from the Philippines, who travels to remote parts of the country to teach children about Jesus. Thought these would be perfect for her travels and may she continue to be used of the Lord’s mighty works.
    3. Necklace – To an office mate, who is struggling with her spiritual life. I pray that she’ll come back to the Lord.
    4. A copy of What Happens When Young Women Say Yes to God – To my younger (18 year old) sister, who is fire for the Lord. I pray that this book will be an inspiration in her walk with God and she’ll grow to be a woman with a heart for the things of God..

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  399. April

    I would give this to my daughter because she needs a little cheering up right now. She recently broke up with her boyfriend of 2 years because he has decided he does not believe in God. It was a hard decision to leave somebody she loves but she knows God is her number one! I am so proud of her but it breaks my heart to see her upset! I know God has big plans for her and I cannot wait to see what they are!

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  400. Cindy

    I would LOVE to win this book for my 13 year old daughter, Faith! I loved your blog as much as I love reading your mom’s works:) You’re a talented writer and blessed to have been raised by a Godly mother. I pray everyday that God will help me to be a Godly mother and that God will help my daughter through the trying teenage years. Your book would be a wonderful resource for my daughter! I would love for her to read your first hand experience about what happened to you when you said YES to God as a young woman despite the worldly temptations and distractions, and your advice on how to do just that! THANKS SO MUCH!

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  401. Lesley

    Hi,if I won this I would give it to Jen. She is my son’s girlfriend.Jen has recently stood up to her mother telling her that she will marry who she wants.her mother is not a Christian& is antagonistic toward
    my son who has been living by faith in
    senegal,serving s a missionary.
    He is now seeking employment here in Scotland.
    Having taken this stand,I would like to be able to encourage Jen that saying yes to the lord brings more peace & blessing even when it means respectfully disagreeing with family.

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  402. Susan S

    I would give this to my 17 year old daughter. She is a strong young woman and is very confident in herself and her belief. This would be a great resource to for her to continue to build her future. Thanks!

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  403. jerikay

    I would love to share this with a young lady that I am mentoring. We have just about finished our current book study & have been seeking another. Thanks for the intro to your book & the fun giveaway!

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  404. Marla

    I would give it to my friends daughter. Thank you!

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  405. Rachel S

    I would give it to my daughter. She is 13 and is in the crazy world of middle school. I think the book would be a great asset to her and helping her stay strong in her faith and give her guidance in these oh so hard years of being a teen.

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  406. Kara

    I would love to give this gift to my daughter!

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  407. Chris Kelly

    It may sound selfish at first, but I would give it to myself! I would use the gift card to pay for as many cars as I could behind me in the Starbucks drive-through . . . and I would carry the tote, wear the hat, necklace, and nail polish in hopes that people would ask me about them . . . then I could tell the story. A story of how through a local Bible study at my church I discovered Lysa and now Hope and how my life has changed through their messages. I enjoy reading the posts from you and from Proverbs 31! Thanks for all you do to help encourage ladies to have a closer walk with God!

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  408. Cincy

    I would give this to my daughter as she is finishing her sophomore year. I think it would help her think more deeply about her life and identity in Christ. Although we may have to negotiate for the other things. 🙂

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  409. Kelly Blevins

    Hi Hope! I would give these gifts to my almost 11 year old daughter. I plan to get your mom’s book soon and read it with her. She’s going through a lot of ‘tween’ issues right now and really trying to seek God in everything, but it’s difficult when none of her friends have firm foundations in Christ.
    Blessings to you and your family!

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  410. Ami

    My daughter Myranda – because she is starting her journey and is beginning to see how God is leading her – she just posted on her fb profile the other day that she is excited to see where God is taking her. I’m so proud of her and the woman she is becoming. This would be a great gift for her, a great start to help her on her journey through this life on earth.

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  411. Juli

    I would give it to my cousin who is a sophomore in high school. She is trying to reflect Christ’s love every day, and recently shared some of the ridicule she endures from with her friends (who are encouraging her “to just give sex a try”.) You see, she wants to glorify God and wait until she’s married, so they call her a goody two shoes. I would love to bless her with this book!

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  412. Amy

    I would love to give this to my youngest daughter-a girl who seeks God’s heart every day in school, with her friends, at practice..and works oh so hard to be a daughter of the King.

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  413. Naomi

    Hi Hope! I would give this book to one of the girls in my youth group who I am mentoring. I think it would be a great tool to help her to see herself through God’s eyes.

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  414. LaKeta

    I would give this to my daughter. I would love to read it with her as a mother/daughter study. We often have discussions about being a godly girl and we talk a lot about what I went through as a girl. This book would help us in guiding us in topics that we may not have touched yet. But most of all, she will be equipped with knowledge and truth about who she is and whose she is after reading it. I would love to win this for her… Thank you for the opportunity.

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  415. Toni W

    I would give this to a wonderful young lady in my church who will be graduating from high school in May. We correspond with each other through notes of friendships (although we see each other every Sunday) that include verses from the Bible that encourage and strengthen the both of us and are relevant to both our lives. Although she is 17 and I am 60, God’s word spans the age gap and has brought us together as friends!

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  416. Patty

    I would love to give this to my daughter, Sara, who is a Senior in college. She is presently doing an internship with the Salvation Army working with Ladies coming out ot the Sex industry. She absolutly has a love and a heart for these presious women and wants to Keep doing this type of work after she graduates next month. She had found what she wants to be when she grows up!

    Blessings!

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  417. Lisa Chase

    This gift would be absolutely perfect for a friend of mine who needs to know she is loved. We’ll call her “Sue”. Sue recently made a big bold move in her life, and after 14 years, she separated herself from a very controlling, verbally and emotionally abusive, and just down-right mean man. She has two young daughters, ages 14 and 11, who have been so brain-washed by their father, that they hate their mom, and blame the separation of the family totally on her, saying things like, “you did this so that you could get money from dad” and “you don’t care about us”. Nothing could be farther from the truth. She is trying to show her girls that everything she is doing right now she is doing for them. She has been consistent and calm throughout the last month. She is afraid. Afraid of her husband, but more afraid that she will “mess up” and lose her girls. She clings to God’s promises, and often says, “if it’s God’s will, then it’s my will.” She feels that she is so weak, but I see her as one of the strongest women I know. I would love for her to receive your gift, not because of the material things, but because she needs to know she is valued. She needs to know she is loved. Please consider my friend Sue!! Thank you ~ Lisa

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  418. Angie

    I would give it to my little sister who needs a pick me up as she just lost her job.

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  419. Railey

    I would give this to a dear friend who I have had the privileged of watching God call her to Himself. Her recent struggles have left her with nothing to do but cry out to Him. This would be a great pick me up and the book would be very encouraging to her as well.
    Thank you Hope!

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  420. Debbie

    I would give this to my fianceés daughter. She is struggling to find her identity, and has slipped away from seeing herself as a daughter of the King. I think receiving this would make her feel beautiful and reinforce God’s (and our) love for her.

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  421. U. Zach

    I’d give it to a single, young lady at my church who is very generous with her time and energy for the benefit of the even younger girls at church.

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  422. Cindy

    My 13 year old daughter. She is such a girly girl, loves, hats & bags and bling. She loves to read.

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  423. Tammy

    I would give this to my daughter. She is 22 years old and I would LOVE for her to say YES to God!!!!! I know that she will one day – my faith will see her through.

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  424. Sarah

    I would give this to my teenage daughter who loves God and is trying to discover who she is in Him. She could really use the book!!

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  425. becky

    Hope, I would give this to my daughter and see if she would like to do the book together as she has many crossroads coming up in her life and the gifts would be icing on the cake for her:).

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  426. Jennifer K

    I would give this to my step daughter. I would have loved to have received such a gift or such knowledge when I was a teenager, but unfortunately i did not. If I had known what God thought of me instead of consuming myself with so much of what boys, or peers thought of me it could’ve made all the difference in the world. She graduates in 2 years and I want her to posess the wisdom that I never had at that age.

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  427. Pam

    Hope, I can see your heart through your words, and I know your mom must be so very proud of you! As I was reading your post, a young friend immediately came to mind. She is a senior in high school and is so very much struggling with that daunting question. She has a heart for the Lord and wants to serve HIM but maybe she needs to turn “the question” into “Who and whose do I want to be?” like you suggested. I believe the truths in What Happens When Young Women Say Yes to God would be a valuable tool for my young friend. And what a fabulous gift pack! I know my friend would love it!

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  428. Daphne

    I would give it to Terri in these comments. How hard it is for a woman to see her daughter go thru what she has gone thru and to see a smile on her face when her mother gives her this gift….priceless.

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  429. Beth Mesquita

    My daughter Rachel struggles with fear. As a teenager I clung to God to get me through the same thing. She loves to read and I think your book would speak to her heart.
    Thank you for considering my 13 year old for this drawing.

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  430. Angie

    I’d give it to my granddaughter. It is exciting to watch her grow in the Lord and make decisions based on what He wants for her for her life! Thanks for your encouragement today, Hope! Job well done!

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  431. Ticia

    I would give this to a young lady in our youth group. As her youth pastor I know she struggles with rejection and her identity. She has lived in foster care most of her life and this would be a wonderful special gift for her.

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  432. Keren Frederick

    First of all, let me just say I admire you and your mom for being so transparent about your walk with God and life in general. I was planning on buying one for my daughter and my niece. My niece turns 13 this year, and I want her to really gain the knowledge of who God says she is. Granted, nothing can take the place of His word, and I think adding your book will help in her understanding. After all, hearing it from a young woman’s perspective doesn’t hurt. 🙂 Thank you for your obedience to God and to what He wants to do in and through you.

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  433. Nancy Nelson Wiemero

    I would have a drawing for the gals on our Worship Team. We have 7 girls, ages 13 – 18, who really need to be thinking “whose” they are! They are at such an important time in life!

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  434. trisha

    I would love to give this to my 20 yr old dtr. We experienced a loss many yrs ago when my son , her older brother was taken away from us by a family member. 12 yrs went by & we had to learn to trust God to carry us & he was our rock. Her brother is back in our lives now but he lives 2000 miles away & she felt a need to find out who he really was so she decided to move to get to know him better. I keep impressing on her not to lose her identity in the process of going out into that big world all on her own. She is starting to make compromises & I would love to give her this package as a reminder of all God taught her & all he wants to continue to teach her in partnership.

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  435. Cindy R

    Hope, you are a wonderful writer just like your mom! I would give this book to the young lady who has babysat for my kids the past couple of years (she is SO special to us – we have unofficially “adopted” her into our family). She is embarking on a new adventure with college and all of the choices about the future that go with that. Keep leaning into the Lord, Hope – I’m confident God will continue that amazing work in you!

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  436. laura

    Tammy, who became a friend through tragedy and is a godly mom I admire, is who I would give this gift to. She has a daughter who will be a senior in high school next year and undoubtedly hears that question, “what do you want to be?” Tammy is a dedicated mom through all stages and a mentor mom to me. Her daughter is a wonderful musician, good student, and very involved in her church. I would love to give this to them to enjoy and experience together. I pray my three year old and I will be as close as they are as she grows.

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  437. Anita

    Hope –
    I would give this wonderful gift to my 20 year old daughter. She has had so many struggles in her young life, was walking a very dark path just a little over a year ago. Then she found out that she was pregnant and the change in her was amazing to witness. My granddaughter, Amelia Rose, was born on March 8, 2013 – 9 weeks early. She had some health issues right from the start and on March 19, 2013 at 1:04 am Amelia returned to the arms of Jesus. My daughter has faith however is struggling with this very much. I truly feel that your book will help her to see that all that has happened is part of God’s plan for her life. Thank you for the chance to help my daughter see her full potential and to always have trust and faith in God no matter what the circumstances.

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  438. Joal H. Broun

    I would give the book to my daughter. I would give the hat to a friend who recently lost her husband. I would give the rest of the items to the local Women’s and Children’s shelter so someone could be blessed.

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  439. Tasha Cantrell

    I would give this to one of the teenage girls in my church. I’ve never seen a girl so focused on being who HE wants her to be. She is only 15 years old but already a mighty instrument for our Almighty Father! Have a blessed day Hope!

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  440. Andrea

    I’d give the book/set to me daughter, Anna. She is graduating from high school in just a few weeks and hears that question often. She isn’t sure of her college major and I know that can be discouraging at times. What a great reminder to plan on being “His” and all the rest will fall into place in His time!

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  441. tiffany pirtle

    hi, hope! i would most certainly TRY to keep the hat for myself, but in all honesty…I know I’d end up giving the hat and all to my daughter, sydney, who is finishing up her freshman year at college! thanks for sharing this today!

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  442. Katie R

    Hi Hope! I would give this to my niece Rachel-she is so sweet, kind and caring and I think this book would really help her realize her many talents. Thanks Hope!

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  443. Mona

    What great words. I would definitely give this to my daughter. She is almost through her freshman year of college and has struggled with “what she wants to be”. Her heart is to eventually be a navigator on B-52’s with the Air Force but for her college time she has to choose a major and she has already had about three different ones. My heart is that she will focus more on what you said in this passage – “whose she wants to be”. She is an incredible young woman striving to be godly and as a single mom my only desire is that she seek Him in all her choices. Thank you and your mom for your many insights.

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  444. Michelle

    I would give it to my amazing daughter, who is turning into such a kind, caring, thoughtful young woman. Morgan is 12 years old and her older brother is ASD, so needless to say Morgan some times gets pushed to the side while I tend to her brothers meltdowns, outbursts or instabilities. Morgan has a heart for those with disabilities and is always working to help her brother with things he finds difficult. She is an amazing daughter, a faithful friend, and a beautiful child of God.

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  445. Colleen

    If I would win I would give it to my daughters. One is in high school and is going through what to do after high school. Her faith ihas always been strong. And my hope for her is she will continue to grow in Christ. My other daughter is struggling right now trying to find where she belongs. She is out of school and is scared of making the wrong decisions for her life. Her faith has waviered in the past and I would be delighted if she would recieve this book and returned to our Savior. Thank You for doing these giveaways.

    Colleen

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  446. ellen cobb

    I would give this to my ‘almost’ fourteen year old granddaughter because she is so full of energy and excitement in everything she does. She loves all that she does and needs a book like yours and your mom’s to help steer her in the right direction.

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  447. Dot

    I definitely would give this great prize package to my daughter. She has really grown in the Lord this year. I want to encourage her to keep saying yes to God. She has done things for God already that I have never had the courage to do.

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  448. Laura Mancuso

    I would give to my friend’s daughter who, due to various life situations, has lost her confidence and faith in following her heart for mission work. I think this would help her find her way back to faith and service. Thank you.

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  449. Katrina

    At first glance my thoughts were, “Ohhhh, this is a great gift for ME!”, but then I realized that I have everything that I need and it would be an honor to give it to someone, so I would give it to a 17 year old girl at my church who I led to Christ and am now her Alter Care Counselor guiding and helping her along the path to her growth in Christ! God is AWESOME!

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  450. Mary Margaret Smith

    Oh what a neat gift. My niece would love this. She is graduating from college in May and has really worked hard at this degree. She is a single mom and a really wonderful and loving mom. She deserves a little pampering and a “happy”. Thanks for sharing the gifts and for always sharing encouraging words.

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  451. Mary@The Calm of His Presence

    Great post Hope! I pray that my daughter will grow up learning to say Yes to God and all He has planned for her life. Thanks for the give away. If I win I would give the set to the young lady who babysits my children. She is graduating this year & is desperately seeking direction for her life. This book would be perfect for her.

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  452. Kelli

    I would give this to a friends16 year old daughter. She has been sexually abused and is struggling so much with who she is…

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  453. Terri M. McCoy

    Hi Hope. My name is Terri McCoy and I have really enjoyed this website. I would give this to my sister. I don’t see her near as much as I’d like and she just lives 30 minutes away. I always enjoy coming up with ways to show her how much she means to me. We also have an older sister who lives in Jesup and we never see her. Anyway, thanks a bunch. Have a super day and keep writing.

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    • Heather

      Hey Hope!! The first person who comes to my mind is a gal from my church, Taylor. Taylor has had a rough life and while coming to church moved in with a family who as of a few months ago moved away to Ohio. Since Taylor’s mother and siblings live here and she is only 15, she was unable to make the move too. Taylor as remained strong even when I’ve feared she would feel abandoned, lonesome, and unloved. She continues to come to church and is celebrating her 16th birthday on Saturday. Taylor is a strong, young Christian woman, who I am soooo proud of!! If I could give this gift away, I’d give it to Taylor!

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  454. Keturah

    I would give it to a dear friend who is struggling with some serious spiritual warfare right now!

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  455. Roxana

    Hope,
    Your Mom’s devotions and blog have been such an encouragement to me! And now I see that you have a wonderful way with words like she does!
    I really appreciate the way you’ve put into words what I’ve been trying to teach my children! These 2 questions are beautiful and simple ways to get to the real point of life!
    My oldest daughter is a nurse and lives in a rough section in Philadelphia. She pours her life into the hurting lives of the people in her neighborhood and often is right beside them as they experience the destructiveness of sin in their lives! I imagine this book could be a very useful tool for her as she walks alongside some young girls from her neighborhood who need hope, purpose, and, most especially, to know that Jesus loves them! And my younger daughter is about to begin a summer internship with our church’s youth group. I’m sure that your Mom’s and your wise Biblical counsel throughout this book would be insightful as she reaches into the lives of these young “suburbanite” middle-school and high-school girls caught up in the culture of our time! I pray that my girls (and me) will continue to walk with God and grow to love and trust Him more and more!
    Thank you for sharing your walk with us!
    Blessings!

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  456. Nana

    What a wonderful post Hope. I’m sure your mom is just beaming! I would give these treasures to my daughter in-law. She is such a wonderful girl, she just needs a little nudging in the right direction and it is so hard to not overstep when your the mother-in-law. Keep up the good works and I look forward to more of your posts.

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  457. Racquel

    I would give this to my 15 yr old daughter for her birthday (16 next week!). She still has questions about God and Jesus and I think reading something like this would give her a better understanding – especially in a language that’s more down to earth. Thank you!

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  458. Tiffannie

    I would give this gift to my girls! I have a 14 year old and a 12 year old. I believe no matter how strong one young girls faith is, going through high school can test that and I want to continue to build their faith so they can handle what gets thrown towards them these next few years in life! Thank you for the chance and opportunity Hope and Lysa!

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  459. Julie

    I have two daughters but they are still a little young for this book. My idea would be to share it with some of the beautiful young ladies who are daughters of some members of my small group and after they are done, maybe my girls would be ready. Thank you for this wonderful opportunity!

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  460. joyce

    Thanks for sharing, I have three beautiful daughters and would split this up for them, so they would each receive something special just for them!! I am so thankful for the daughters that God gave to me and would love to bless them with some of these fun items!! 🙂 Blessings to you as you follow in your mom’s steps and write for the Lord!!

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  461. Karen

    I would give this to my youngest daughter, Allison. She is a junior in high school and is actively searching for God’s direction for her life. She knows that her calling has something to do with the ministry, and probably music and children, but she is just not for sure yet what direction it is going. This is a book that I look forward to her having the opportunity to read. Thank you for your post today!

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  462. Kristina

    What a lovely combination! I’d give this to our babysitter. She is off to college this Fall and we will miss her dearly!!!

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  463. Tara

    I am a volunteer youth leader and would LOVE to pass this book to the senior girls who are about to head out into the ‘real world’ all on their own (or so it seems they are all in their own:). I would love to maybe even do a bible study with them based on your book!! I love your outlook on not what you want to be, but whose you will be! I will definitely use this with my toddler daughter as she grows up and keeps telling me what she wants to be:)!

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  464. Karen Hall

    I’d gift this to my beautiful daughter Samantha who is now carrying her own daughter, due in October 🙂

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  465. Elosia

    I don’t have children of my own but I take much pride in my nieces and nephews 🙂 I would give this gift to my oldest niece and probably end up buying another book at least for the second oldest. Both girls are at totally opposite sepctrums of life but I definitely believe they would both benefit.
    Thanks for giving your mom a break and taking over her blog. You seem super sweet and thanks for sharing your story.

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  466. Wanda

    I would give this book to my granddaughter. She is 13 and has an auto- immune disorder that can never be cured(except for God’s intervention). She has a lot of sickness and hospital stays and generally feels left out of the regular things teens do. She knows God has a plan for her life as we’ve discussed many times but she needs to know he still uses people no matter what they face on earth.

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  467. Laura

    I would give this to my daughter. She is currently trying to navigate the turbulent world of friends, gossip, and choices. She oftens feels excluded for making Godly choices. She could use a little encouragement right now.

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  468. Rachel

    I would give this to my cousin who is struggling right now with making the right choices. After experiencing a tragic event, she has done a 180 and went away from God.

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  469. Cindy Lynn

    Hi Hope! I would give this gift to my daughter for further encouragement to seek & follow His will for her life! Thank you for this opportunity!! Cindy

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  470. Kristi W

    Thank you for taking over the blog today! It give me such encouragement to know young women can be so passionate for Him. I would love to share this book and gifts with my daughter, to encourage her in walk with Christ.

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  471. Sandra Aiken

    This would be a wonderful gift for a young lady at my church. She graduated from college last spring and took a job teaching 4th grade. She has a passion for reaching out to young girls and is seeking God for direction in the ministry He has for her. She is faithful being there for the youth at our small church even though only one person may show up. She shared last night that the ministry she feels passionate about is ministering to girls, hoping God will lead her to working with girls caught up in trafficing. When she was 5 God healed her feet…I saw it…and we don’t think miracles happen. Since then she has had a heart for serving God. She is truly a blessing to me and I watch as God opens doors for her. She is definitely leading young girls to seeking God and saying yes!

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  472. Anna

    I would use these to enjoy this warm weather with my new son. God blessed my husband and I with suh a man child in October that this control freak mother is learning to let go of the reigns!

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  473. Theresa

    Hi Hope, I really liked your article, thanks! Today is my daughters 31st birthday, and tho I love her with all my heart and I am so proud of her, I still pray and long for her to be closer to Jesus. Her and I are finally good friends, and her becoming a Mommy has really helped that. I am not sure if you have a family yet or even how old you are, but you sound pretty special and I know your Mom is very proud! Keep up the good work and God bless!

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  474. Carrie

    Thank you for your encouraging and amazing way of looking at the future with eyes and heart that are set on God instead of things from this world. There are several young women that first came to mind when I thought about who I would give your favorites to. However I stopped and asked God to tell me who I should give this to. As I’m typing this I don’t have a name yet however I know that if I recieved this giveway God would guide me to the young woman who he would want to have this precious gift. Thanks again for allowing God to work through you to spread his messge of Love, Mercy, Grace and above all else Salvation! God Bless!

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  475. Julie S.

    What a great giveaway! My oldest has just entered middle school – oh my! things sure have changed. I think she is doing ok with it all, its me that’s not! I’m hoping that she keeps her faith strong, but there are many more years ahead of her. Thank you!

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  476. Pam Kennedy

    I would give this to a young lady named Madison. She has felt the call of the Lord on her life to go into full time ministry. She is a precious young woman in high school and I just know this would bless her socks off. Thanks so much!!!!!!!

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  477. Penny Whitley

    Thanks, Hope…I would give this to my daughter who just got married a month ago. She needs to know “whose” she is and know how much she is loved by our Lord. Thanks for sharing with us!

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  478. Margaret K

    I would give this to my 14 year-old niece who is going through teen year struggles. And, she loves to read too.

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  479. Rhonda

    I would give it to my almost 17 year old daughter. She still believes in Jesus but you can’t tell by the way she acts towards her parents. I would love for her to take time and remember what it was like when she first came to Christ and start living that way again. I miss my little girl.

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  480. Amy

    I have three daughters so this book would get read well. But right now I only have one who is old enough to read it and desperately needs to. She is really struggling with insecurity and shyness and having trouble making friends because of this. She is not turning to God for help in this and I think this book would be a great tool to help her surrender this problem to the Lord and rely on His strength to help her with this matter.

    I unfortunately have struggled with this in my life as well but surrendered it to God and He has given me victory and I have shared this with her but I think this may be one of those times she doesn’t think mom knows what she is talking about and hearing it from another girl that you need to say yes to God and trust Him will be what it takes.

    Thank you for the opportunity! I am so thankful for your both of you and your obedience to the Lord to encourage us girls and ladies and help us be the women God created us to be!

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  481. Lisa

    Hi Hope! You are certainly an encouragement to others!
    I would give this gift to my cousin. She is really struggling with a Christian walk should look like. I love my family members and feel that it is important to invest in them as much as we invest in “outside” mission work (outside our close circle of people or even outside our country).
    On a side note, do you think your mom would let you give occasional fashion tips on her blog? You have a talent for style girl! 🙂

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  482. Carrie McDowell

    I would give this to my daughter. She is a jr in high school and I think she would love the items and I think she would also love the book and find it very helpful in her current stage of life.

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  483. Lise

    I would give the package to my daughter! The excerpt from the book is just what she needs right now! She is trying to get into the nursing program at college and is struggling with the entrance test, as she has test anxiety. Now she is questioning if she should even be a nurse, which she has always felt was where God was leading her. She will be an awesome nurse, kind, compassionate, loving and God focused! The enemy is attacking her with doubts and anxiety about her future. Thanks so much for all you do!!

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  484. L

    Just finished this study! LOVED IT! There are so many friends and family I would love to share this book with. It is a very simple but to the point study. It has been a wonderful experience learning how to say YES to God. Looking forward to a new openhanded journey with Christ. Thanks.

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  485. ihuoma

    Hi Hope, I will give this to my daughters 16,12,9 and 4. My desire is to see them standing for the Lord.

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  486. Chasity Hamrick

    I would love to give this to my daughter. She is 14 & the world is really starting to pull at her. I am praying she stays strong & remembers her convictions.

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  487. Melissa VD

    Hey Hope,

    I’m looking forward to reading more of your book! I mentor 4 teen girls and am always looking for material to use with them! I’d love to win this 🙂

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  488. Dena Johnson

    This is such a fun giveaway! If I were to win, I’d give it to my 25 year old niece. She has recently been asking questions about becoming a Christian and what that means. I’d love to just surprise her with this and bless her day. I know she would absolutely love it!

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  489. Angie

    My highschool daughter!

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  490. Traci

    I would love to give this to my niece as she is a teenager who is struggling to balance being the daughter of a king with all the stuff that comes with high school, girl friends, boys, peer pressure, parents, etc. I just know it would be such an encouragement to her! And her bday is next week! 🙂

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  491. Kerry Ann

    I would give this to my oldest daughter who is getting dtronger in her faith and hearing God calling her to begin serving in missions. Plus, she’s very stylish too and would love all of these!! Thank you!

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  492. Leanne Mouw

    I would give this gift to my daughter-in-law. One year ago their daughter, my granddaughter, died due to a congenital heart disease. We had little Elise in our life for 15 months and now she is living whole, running around heaven, sitting on Jesus’s lap. Tessa, my daughter-in-law, was an awesome mother, nurse, and wife during these 15 months. Since Elise’s death, Tessa has had 3 miscarriages and much heart break as they try to complete their family with more children. She and my son Dan both love children and are great parents to their 4 year old Colton. I would give this gift to her to encourage her, affirm her faith, and brighten her day.

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  493. Marna

    Hi Hope, I would give this to my daughter who is being asked ALL the time about what she will do after graduating. She graduates in May. The question of “what” vs. “who” you want to be is priceless. She has 2 very good choices for this fall and she is confused. What if I make the wrong decision, etc. Worry. She is trusting her Savior but the force of fear and doubt seem awful strong. Thank you!!

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  494. Carissa D, Huffman

    Hope (love that name, by the way)–

    I am thrilled that you have lived a life saying yes to God while you are young and can go to so many places! I pray my son will want to live that lifestyle, too. He is 4, and has been praying for a baby sister, so your family’s story gives me great encouragement! Please pray for Conor’s dream to come true, too, if you feel so lead!

    I would give your great selection of goodies to Kelsey, the youngest daughter of a beautiful sister in Christ. She recently graduated high school early in January, recently turned 18. She is just getting started with college and naviagting her way to her future. They are a great Christian family, and I think she could use some encouragement in this big milestone stage.

    I pray that God could possibly bless me with a daughter like you. Your mom is such a blessing to so many, and apparently the apple hasn’t fallen too far from the tree.

    Thanks so much!
    Carissa in eastern Iowa

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  495. Crystal G

    Hi Hope! I would give this to my son’s girlfriend. Thank you for sharing today! Have a blessed day!

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  496. Cathy

    Thanks for sharing with us today, Hope. Sounds like a great book, and I would give it to a young lady who will be graduating this year. I committed to pray for her when she was in the 8th grade and have been praying for her that she would follow His plan for her life.

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  497. Carla

    I would give this gift to my daughter. She is having her birthday in 6 weeks and it would make the perfect birthday present. What a great question…”who and whose do you want to be”. Thanks

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  498. Eternity

    WOW! I’m so excited for this. I want to give this to my 15 (will be 16 the 26th of this month) year old!!!! She has a passion for people and for God, but has been struggling to learn “who” and “whose” she is in Christ. She needs that faith building bit of encouragement that comes straight from GOD, and on top of all of that she LOVES to read!!! This would be so perfect! Thanks for stepping up for your mom! Blessings!

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  499. Pamela R

    I would give this set to a young woman in my life that has been through severe trauma at the hands of a family member. Her memories came flooding back when she was away at college and she returned home. She despises being asked “What do you do?” and other questions like that because she is healing right now. I am looking forward to asking her what she wants to be the next time I see her. I would love to see her turn to Christ for direction, healing, and peace.

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  500. jana mills

    i would give this special gift to my sister, santan’s attacking her sweet family. she married for 16 years and has three wonderful children ages 12, 7, and 4. She still has her faith even tho it is being tested.

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  501. Julie

    Hi Hope, Thanks for filling in for your mom today. I would give this to my 13 yr old daughter who has been raised Jewish(reformed) because her dad is Jewish and at the time she was born I was not completely connected to my faith in Christ. I am continually pursuing Christ and want my daughter to know Him as well. I’ve been searching for a way to start the conversation with her. I think this is a great one!
    Thanks so much and God bless you, Julie

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  502. Monna

    I am starting a new ministry in our church for teens. I want to use this book as a springboard for these sweet girls. This gift will be an inspiration and incentive to get the girls excited about this new challenge. I’ll probably give it as a reward for a sincere commitment to this new study. I’m very excited about this new challenge for myself as well. Please pray for a successful endeavor. God has confirmed the rightness of it, and I can’t wait to see what He is going to do with these girls.

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  503. Becky Hardcastle

    Dear Hope,
    When i started reading your devotion this morning, it was like reading about my own 22 year old daughter! She has done mission work since she was a young teenager. She recently surrendered her life to missions. Immediately after doing this, she was asked to go to Hong Kong with 2 other people from our church; the missions pastor and one other girl. My first response was No! That’s too far, and it was going to be over Christmas break. But, almost immediately, I said; “what am I saying?’ If God called you to do mission work, then he is yours, and not mine. After all, God gave Kimberly to me only for a short time. She did go, and spent two weeks there, and absolutely love it! She has such a servants heart and I am in awe of her every day. I would love to give this to her, because she is always giving to others! Thank you for your words! God Bless you in all you do!
    Becky Hardcastle

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  504. Teresa R

    I wish I could give it to my daughter who passed away in 2011. So I would go to my local Walmart and ask God to have the young woman He wants to have the book to pass by me.

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  505. Alice

    Hi Hope!
    Thanks for your encouragement — and challenge — this morning! I needed that! 🙂
    I would give this to a friend (anonymous) who just went through an extremely difficult divorce at the age of only 25. The sun hat is perfect (she’s a fair-skinned, outdoorsy girl), she’s a big-time reader and could sure use the encouragement, and the nail polish and necklace would be new territory for her…so that’s awesome! Thank you!

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  506. Brianna

    I would give this to my 17 year old daughter. She would love all of the items in this giveaway and could really benefit from reading this book!

    Thanks so much!

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  507. Joe King

    What a nice give away! I would give this to my cousin who is getting ready to graduate from high school this year.

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  508. Sharon

    I would give it to my 29 year old daughter who is married with two children. I feel our family of mostly women have passed on these generational curses which I fear I have exampled to her as a product of my environment…I would want her to walk in a different faith and be a better example to her daughter and son as the mom my mother could not be and I feel I didn’t know how to be. I never married so that is one accomplishment I am proud for her but question her choice based on her lack of healthy examples of marriage and role models.

    I definitely have a living testimony as a witness of God’s personal experiences in my life. I have lived through many trials and tribulations and grave emotional and traumatic events and I’m still standing. I genuinely feel it was a power greater than myself that walked me through and that power was By God’s Grace, no question. I find though as I get older and more in touch with my feelings I can allow myself to be vulnerable without shame, however I feel my faith in knowing this too shall pass does not kick in as quickly and anxiety and depression almost immediately shows up more often. I am praying for a break through and for reparation of my faith.

    I want this unhealthy cycle to stop.

    Thank you,
    Sharon

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  509. Paula Lloyd

    Hope, it is so encouraging to see someone your age so devoted to their faith and convictions. I personally only have on son, but I have a neice that is really struggling right now and I believe this would be a great book for her. She has just confided in me and my mom about some of her thoughts and I was heart broken to learn her feelings and what she wishes. So glad that you are doing this.

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  510. April Haynes

    What a neat giveaway! I have a friend that is in a blended family and has a teenage step-daughter. This would be a nice thing to give to them together. Thanks for the opportunity.

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  511. Piper

    I would give this gift to my sister, she has done an amazing job becoming the person that God would want her to be. Through every struggle, she has gotten back on her feet and kept moving towards the goal line, which is something to be admired.

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  512. Dana

    the gift Bag that you’re offering would be perfect for a Bible study that I lead for five Young Girls ages 15 to 18 we’re studying sexual purity and many of them are getting ready to graduate so the book that you’re offering would be perfect and send it to them to finish that homework and finished the book that were doing

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  513. Sharleen

    I would give this awesome giveaway to my 16 year old daughter. She is such a sweetheart and she I know she’s really struggling in some of her friendships at school. She is surrounded by boys (3 brothers & a dad) and she could use a little girlie pick me up. Plus she LOVES fingernail polish, tote bags, necklaces, books, and starbucks is her favorite!

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  514. LoriLynn

    What a fun idea! My daughter is going to be a Freshman next year…and is prayerfully deciding between homeschool and high school. I think this would be just the encouragement for her to know she can faithfully follow Him, wherever she is in school.

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  515. Stefani Anderson

    Wow, this is so great. Thank you for writing such an important book. If I were to be blessed with a copy, I would give it to my best friend’s daughter. She is 17 and was adopted from India when she was 4. She struggles with identity and abandonment issues. I think this book would help her find her true identity as God’s daughter and instill in her the hope that he will never abandon nor forsake her! Again, thank you for giving your heart to this book.

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  516. Jennifer

    Hi Hope! I would give the gift to my cousin Hayley who knows of the Lord but I don’t think has a relationship with Him. She had a troubled childhood (born out of wedlock to my cousin while he was still in high school; mom has been in and out of trouble with drugs). And she, like most young women, is trying to discover who she is and what her purpose is.

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  517. Kimberly

    I would give this to my daughter who is 17 and has seemed to be more and more influenced by her peers and the world than me over the past few months. I would like her to read about a young woman who has chosen a path that follows God.

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  518. Tricia

    I would give this to my friend’s daughter. She’s 20 & about to be married to a wonderful, godly man. We are excited to see them start their life together!

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  519. Linda Keene

    Hi precious Hope! I know your mother is EXTREMELY proud of you! I know I am, and I haven’t even met you! 🙂 I would give this gift to my daughter, after sharing with her your story. She is 17 and has been making some tough life-decisions lately. This little gift would certainly be an encouragement to her as she continues to grow and mature.

    Thanks!
    Linda

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  520. Karen Doll

    I would have loved to give this to my daughter, Emily when she was younger. She is now 22, attending graduate school in VA, and a most beautiful daughter of Christ ! She has already impacted so many little girls (and boys) as she has taught in our church’s preschool and Sunday school and babysits to beat the band !!! Young ones simply adore her ! Perhaps though I will give it to her for when she has her own young ones or perhaps she will use it as she interacts with and ministers to all the little girls who smile at the mere mention of sweet Emily’s name !!!!! Thanks for this great giveaway !!!!! God bless !

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  521. Connie Moore

    God is so good! I just read your post for today and then I got an email from a dear friend who is desparately trying to “find God”. Here’s some of what she said, “I have prayed to feel God’s presence in my life…to be able to believe and worship as I see others do. And I do believe. I just don’t really feel Him. I know that He is there, but I pray that I will feel the strength of it one day.” Lysa, thank you for helping me find the words that will give her the encouragement to not give up and be “fearless and faithful” in her journey. I am meeting with her in the next week and I need to be kind and gentle and understanding and you have done that for me today, to let God do all the talking through me as He would if He were standing right in front of her. I need to be Jesus with skin on. If you have time would you pray for our conversation and that “she will feel God” and know He is there! Love & Blessings for all you do, Connie

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  522. Anne

    Hi Hope! It is so wonderful to see how you have become a wonderful woman of God. My prayer is that both of my daughters would do the same thing. Surprisingly though, there are few resources out there for young women which is why I am so excited about your book. I do see God at work in my daughter’s lives but they lack tools to really develop their relationship with our creator. I think your book would be a wonderful launch pad for them and can project them into a deeper, more meaningful, lasting and fulfilling relationship that they can share with others. Thank you for recognizing the need and thank you for being willing to hang with your mom on this one. She is a great lady whom I admire much. I can tell that God has big plans for you, too! Well done. 🙂

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  523. Linda

    Hi Hope, I would love to give this gift to my 16 yr old daughter. She has struggled with depression a lot during her High School years. Despite the difficulties she has faced, she has not lost hope, has trust in the Lord, and has been an encouragement and friend to other girls in school. The Lord is using her difficulties to ministry to others. I would love to bless her, as she has been such a blessing <3

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  524. Peggy

    Thanks for the post, Hope! I just love to see young girls living out their faith & how God uses girls like you to impact others. I have 3 daughters ages 7, 10, & 14. I would love to give this book to my oldest daughter. She will be graduating next month from a local private school & entering the much bigger world of public high school. We’re so excited for her and eager for her to form new friendships and see what God has in store for her. She has the biggest heart, and I think this book would be perfect for a Summer read as she makes this big transition.

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  525. Amy Young

    I would give this to my wonderful 13 year old step daughter. She has a big heart and loves God so much! She would love everything in this bag. I’m very proud of the young woman she is becoming and I think this book would be great to encourage her.

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  526. Billie

    I would give this to my precious only child and daughter who is about to finish up her junior year in high school. I have so much left I want to teach her before she goes to college, and I fear I won’t be able to do it all in such a short time. This book seems to have a message that every young lady should hear as they enter adulthood. Needless to say she would love everything in the giveaway, but I am most interested in finding ways to infiltrate her heart with God’s love and wisdom with the little time we have left.

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  527. Tish McNeill

    I would give this to my oldest daughter who will be 16 in 9 days. She went on her first mission trip last summer. She left about a week after I had back surgery, so that made her leaving a little harder, but she did it and was truly Blessed during that week. She cried a lot, her heart was so heavy for so many of the kids they were dealing with, and her group of Acteens even had a girl get saved while on the mission trip. I remember how hard it was for me in high school and I can’t even imagine now, so I would love to give her this gift to help enourage her. Thanks for sharing today and I pray you have a Blessed Day!

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  528. Kim

    Hi Hope, I’m a regular follower of your mom’s site and it’s so nice to see you on here. It’s so great to hear from the younger generation following Christ and inspiring and encouraging others. I’d give this lovely package to my daughter who would probably then pass along the book to some young girls she knows after reading it.

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  529. Cricket Franklin

    I would give this book to my daughter Morgan Grace. She turns 13 today and has a great love for God. I want this passion to continue.

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  530. Barb K.

    Hi Hope –
    My name is Barb, and I have a 15-year-old daughter who would be delighted with your spring weather favorites (we are certainly having spring showers here in northern Illinois this week!). Emma has always been a faith-filled girl, but this first year of high school, with it’s intense academic requirements, along with wanting to be involved in sports and theater and clubs, is pulling her away from her church – she says she has no time for God! I would love to give her a copy of this book.

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  531. Faith Kapp

    I would give this to my oldest daughter who just turned 12. Since she is my oldest, I’ve never parented someone her age and I want to encourage her to see herself through God’s eyes and to see Him for guidance, wisdom, encouragement, confidence…….all the things we ALL struggle with but especially as a young girl dealing with so many pressures in the world.

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  532. Emily

    Love reading your moms books and look forward to reading her blogs! I would love to share this book with my daughter who is a freshman in high school and is just beginning to experience the big questions of who and where you will go in life, I think the perspective from another Godly girl with help her , to know there are other Godly girls just like her in the world !!! 🙂

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  533. Emily

    To share this with my daughter

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  534. Deb

    It is so exciting that you and your mom worked on a book together. I’d love to win it so I can share it w/ my daughter who is 20.
    Enjoy life.
    Deb

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  535. Janet

    I have three beautiful daughters, ages 17, 19, & 22. I would give the book to them after I get to read it. I love to read and my girls share that love. (Books A Million is our favorite store to go to together. We often call it our field trip.) We often pass a book around and as we each read it we discuss it.

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  536. Amber Cook

    Good Morning!!! I am sooo excited about your book. I just heard of it JUST now from Proverbs31ministries.com and wascso excited. I just heard word from my old church say there is a need for the high school girls youth group leaders….this wouod be perfect.

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  537. Tonya McCoy

    I have a 12 yr old (going on 18) who lives with us that I would love to give this to. She hasn’t seen her mom in over 2 years & she is really struggling with unloved feelings, insecurity & self esteem issues. That girl has one big heart & a heart after God. I think she could use all the encouragement she can get.

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  538. Sherry

    I would give it to my oldest daughter Bryanna, because I love her and I want her to see how much God cares for young girls. God can use you at any age young or old. All we
    need is to be willing. Thank you Hope for sharing part of your story about saying Yes
    to God.

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  539. Lindsey

    A young lady in my community is who I’d give this to. She is 20, single, and recently found out she pregnant. Also her mother (whom she was very close to) died a few weeks ago of cancer. She’s been on my heart. She has a tough road ahead of her, but through all of these things, if she says yes to God, I know He will see her through it and turn her “mess” into her “message”.

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  540. Candice Dotson

    Hi Hope, Wonderful blog by the way. I loved “who do I want to be” I have two daughters and my oldest daughter Alexis is who I would give it to. This world we live in now, its hard for young women to stay true and pure. I believe this book you and your mother wrote will help them on their journey. Thanks so much, Glad to see you following in your mothers footsteps. Shes a wonderful woman.

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  541. Kellie Cawell

    Hope,
    What a neat idea to take over your mom’s blog for the day. I have both of your mom’s books. I love the way she writes. She is so REAL. The unglued book made me feel like I wasn’t a bad mom and that there were others out there who just had to learn to deal with their emotions. Made to Crave was just as awesome. I am looking forward to reading the book that you and your mom wrote together! If I won this package, I would give it to my oldest daughter. She is about to turn 16. She is learning her walk with God, what it means to be a young lady in this big world of ours and I think it would be a good thing for her to read and gain encouragement and strength. I would hope it would also open up lines of communication for additional talks between the two of us. We already have a wonderful relationship but this would only enhance us talking about her walk with Jesus and who she wants to become. Thank you for the opportunity of this blessing!

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  542. Linda H

    Hey Hope! Thanks for writing today! I would give this wonderful package to my teenage daughter (although she would have to share). She is a Jesus girl – but she would *never* say yes to a mission trip 🙂 High school seems to be very focused on the “what”. I love the thought of thinking “who do you want to be” – even for me – who already established the “what” 🙂 Thanks again for sharing with us today!!!

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  543. Rebecca

    I would give this to a sweet young Christian girl at my school. She is struggling right now and this would be the perfect pick-me-up, life-changer that she needs!

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  544. Rebekah Clark

    I am a college student in Springfield, MO. I have about a year left of school before I graduate (eekkk!). Though I am extremely grateful for God’s protection and guidance, I sometimes still have to lean on my parents for support and provision. This week has been one of those weeks. God uses things like my finances to show me more about Himself. I owe my taxes and my tuition all this week, some of the biggest expenses I’ve ever had in my life. I’m also responsible to pay my bills on time. My parents, especially my mother, has been so willing to lead me and show me how to responsibly manage my finances. They are so giving and loving to me, even when I don’t deserve it!

    So, as a special thank you to my mother for loving me and taking care of me even when I don’t deserve it, I would give her this token of appreciation. It’s minute in comparison to how much I would like to give her, but it does symbolize my complete gratefulness and thankfulness to her and to God.

    Keep praying for her, for me, for the future God has in store, but most importantly, for His perfect provision and protection of His children! How blessed are we?

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  545. Pauline Pruitt

    Hope, I would give this to my sister, she has been going threw a rough time lately- she is rasing 2 children who have autism and she is struggling and i would love to give her something to up lift her and help her through her struggling. Thank You and God Bless.

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  546. Staci

    I would give this book to my daughter, who is turning 13 next month. As she is getting ready to head into high school, my prayer is that she is strongly connected with Holy Spirit as her guide and confident in herself to continue to be herself.

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  547. Rebekah Clark

    One quick note, my mother is a youth pastor and works with struggling girls on a regular basis. She loves reading books like this, and would find great use for it. 🙂 Thanks

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  548. Megan Fredrickson

    I would give this to my beautiful daughter who is about to make the transition into high school. I see amazing potential in her and pray daily that she would fearlessly seek God & stay on His path for her life. I think she would be greatly encouraged to read this book and know that she isn’t alone in her struggles and that living a Godly life is possible.

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  549. Jessie

    What a cute giveaway!! I would love to give this to a young mom that I meet with weekly. She has separated from her husband who is an alcoholic. I would like her to see that she can say yes to God to love her husband to Jesus Christ!

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  550. Melinda

    I’d give it to my daughter. Even though we had some rough teenage years, we have a wonderful relationship and I love spending time with her. She is now a mother and does such a good job with her little girl but she is beginning to see and understand the “joys of motherhood”

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  551. Lisa Eberly

    I have been going through Made To Crave and it is such a blessing to me at this point in my life. I am very excited to read more of your books. One impaticular, When God hurts your feelings. I have some things I am dealing with spiritually and emotionally. It sounds to me like your new book would be great even for my age group as well and I am in my early 30’s. Thank you Lysa for loving and gracefilled words.

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  552. Kim

    I would give this to my daughter who is just a couple months from turning 13. We are just entering the teen years and I think this book would be a great benefit to her as she is starting to search and ask questions about her life.

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  553. Cheryl

    Wonderful devotion this morning! I would give this to my daughter in grad school many states away. She would welcome the encouragement.

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  554. Tina Spriggs

    Hope, thank you for this blog. I have been praying so hard for my 16 year old daughter lately. She is so conflicted between the world and what God has for her. She loves God and it shows in her in all that she does, but lately I have seen her start to cave more and more to peer pressure. Your words just spoke so deeply to my heart and I feel that they will speak just as deeply to my daughter. The world and its wiles are so hard to resist when you are this age. I know because I watched my 24 year old daughter struggle with all these same issues and I felt for a long time that I had failed her. I know now that I haven’t failed any of my daughters (I have 3, two biological and one adopted) or my son (also adopted). I know that I have done the very best I can and I will continue to do the very best for them. My 16 year old daughter is such a light to so many people. My faith is in God and she is in His hands. I am merely the vessel that will guide her on this journey. I can’t wait to read your book. Thank you for being so faithful in all that God has planned for you.
    Blessings,
    Tina

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  555. Lisa Hulme

    Hey Hope! I would love to give this to my daughter who recently moved away from home and is feeling lonely and sad. She is a nurse, working in MICU in Conneticut (we live in SC). Although her job is very fulfilling, it can be very hard and emotionally draining on a young nurse, in a strange environment far from home and family. After getting thru a long hard winter, this gift would give her inspiration to explore her new world.

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  556. Julie

    I would give this little package to my daughter. She is 13 and has just let The Lord in her life and is learning how to trust in Him and how awesome it feels to be a Child of God. It is an amazing experience in its self just to watch her Faith grow.

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  557. Pamela

    Hi Hope, Just wanted you to know that I love the Idea of this book, being 50 I so wish that I had this book when I was in my older teens and younger 20’s! That being said I would give this book to our Exchange Daughter Kaxi. She is a step away from turning her Heart over to God and Jesus. She is a beautiful young lady from China and we are trying to equip her to return to China and face life as a Christian in a dead god country. I would ask that you put this girl on your prayer lists as she takes this last step into Christianity. Thanks and God Bless.

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  558. Megan

    I would reward my sister who is just making it through each day with triplets. They are 19 months old and exhausting. I don’t know how she does it some days but when you become a mom you do things you never thought possible. I pray for her to keep strong and a little gift of sunlight would mean so much to her. She definitely could use some Starbucks!!
    Megan

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  559. Lisa

    Dear Hope,

    I would give this gift to my friend Lisa, (yup same name as me!), we actually have the same 3 initials, L.A.D– interesting!. I would give this gift to her because she is so cherished in my eyes, being a perfect example of purity and what it means to have an intimate relationship with the Lord. Not only this, but she is humble and loving toward others despite what she endures on a day to day basis. Stricken by poverty in her home, she has to provide for both her mother and sister and being 20 years old, this is tough. So it would be nice to spoil her with a gift, to show her how much she means to me and Jesus!

    Sincerely,
    Lisa

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  560. Lanetta Gobble

    Hope,
    I so enjoyed reading this from you this morning. I would LOVE to give the giveaway items to my daughter Bailey. She is going on her first mission trip in 3 weeks – We are going to Kazakhstan to live at and build a playground in an orpahange. We have twin girls adopted from Kazakhstan – Bailey is an incredible older sister to them and LOVES the Lord with all her heart. I’d love to give her the book to read during those upcoming flights and as a wonderful gift and reminder of the Lord’s plans for her! 🙂 I just know (as you wrote) that this trip will CHANGE her life forever! EXCITED… to watch the Lord use her! Have a wonderful day!
    Hugs,
    Lanetta

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  561. Janet

    Hi, Hope. What an inspiration you are now and will continue to be to young women all over the world. I would give this book to my daughter, who is 23, has moved back home with my husband and I with a 2 year old son. No job, no license, graduated high school but never finished college. She has no idea where she is going with her life from this point forward. She has messed up in many issues and my prayers are that God will massage her heart every second of every day to soften it to a point that she will open her eyes and ears and put her life back on track with Him leading every inch of the way. Wishing you the best of luck to you in your ministry.

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  562. Chris Carter

    Well how lovely to have you guest posting and sharing such a fantastic book!!! I am sure your mom is so so proud of the Godly woman you have become… 🙂 I would read the book with my daughter, she’s at the tween critical phase of her life, and I know this is where I need to focus my energy. I would love to continue to lay the groundwork for her identity in the Lord with this beautiful book. I am currently reading “..When Women Say Yes To God” with my women’s group!

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  563. Mitzi M.

    So great to hear from you, Hope! I’m excited about your new book and have twin 15yo girls that I refer to as the ‘daughters I never had’ who I want to have a copy. They’re dear to our family, but I would need 2 gifts! So… I’m thinking if I won this gift set, I’d have to think outside my normal circle of kids. Seek out just the right young woman to receive such a special gift and would love to be able to do so.

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  564. Kelly B

    Hope, First of all I want to say wonderful blog post! I would give this book to my 16 year old daughter who is struggling in finding her identity in society. I want her to see that it only matters who we are to God and not to the world. I think this book would be a great tool. She can pass it down to her two younger sisters once she finishes it. Thanks for doing the giveaway.

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  565. Alison M.

    I would give this to my daughter. She will be going to college in August and I would love her to have guidance on living a life for God.

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  566. Mary

    I would give them to Emily. She had a lung & heart transplant two years ago. It’s been a long haul for her. April is organ transplant month. A few weeks ago she broke a bone in her foot and we’re praying it heals without surgery. If she has to have surgery she will have to be taken off of some of her rejection medications. She is a wonderful example of “Life is truly a gift”.

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    • Mary R

      Hi, I was going to leave a comment to maybe get this gift for my granddaughter but decided that Emily should receive it. If she does not, I would like to buy her the book. Please let me know how I could do this.
      Love for you and Emily, Mary Ramirez

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  567. Nancy Murphy

    Good Morning Hope. Thank you for this opportunity to share with you. I would give your gift to my 16 year old daugnter, Hannab. She is at the stage in her life where she is trying to decide what to do with her life. She has a heart for the Lord to work with missions. I believe this.book would give her some direction to realize how important it is to follow the Lords calling . Thank you for having a heart to share your mothers ministry and be a blessing to young women.

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  568. Amanda Jones

    Hi Hope! So exciting to see you working with your mom on a project like this. 🙂
    I would give this to my daughter. She’s on the brink of the teen years, and I would love to have something like this for us to read through together. The extras would be so fun for her too. 🙂

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  569. Jami Roundtree

    This would be perfect for my niece who is about to graduate high school & searching for what her future holds!

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  570. Karen

    Hello Hope!
    It is nice to meet you! Thanks so much for having such a special giveaway. I would give this to my daughter Noelle Hope 🙂 She is just finishing out her second year in college and is looking toward transferring to a four year college. She struggles a lot about grades and knowing the material and I continue to encourage her to trust that the Lord is leading her and if she fails, it is okay. Honestly, she is very smart and has been on the President’s list. She seems to be afraid to fail. I think this book would be helpful to her. I know that she would love the other items as well, she has a good eye for fashion. 🙂

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  571. Patricia

    I would give this to my oldest daughter. She is a Junior in High School and has had a challenging year with life disappointments. I would love for her to win and read this book to hopefully give her encouragement and fresh hope in her future ahead.

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  572. Heather

    I would give this to my 19 year old daughter. She is embarking on a new phase of her life & I see her struggling. I think this would be a surprise to her showing that there is a wonderful support system out there in her fellow Christian women.

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  573. Debra-Jean Morris

    Hi Hope
    I was so happy to read your devotional this morning. When I subscribed to receive my daily devotional from this site some years ago the first one I received was written by your mother and somehow I feel like we are friends although this is the first time I ever commented so you can only imagine how elated I felt this morning when My devotion came from my friend’s daughter. Pray God’s blessings in your ministry.

    P.s – you like just like your mother.

    Debra all the way from Barbados

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  574. Ginger

    Hope, I think you did a great job! I’m guilty of asking my mentees what they want to be or how they invision their lives as adults. I won’t ask that again! WHO they want to be is such a better question and conversation starter. Thanks : )

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  575. Tamera Jones

    I would love to give this to my daughter who is getting married 7-1-13 and is trying to figure out who she is going to be as a married woman and mother sometime later. Her identity as a young career woman and leader is going to change drastically and she wants to do whatever God leads her to in making changes.This would be a wonderful bridal gift for her.

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  576. kathy

    my daughter, i so long for her to say yes to GOD.

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  577. STACY H

    I would give this book to my 16 year old daughter. She is a christian but doesn’t have a strong prayer life right now. I would pray that this book would inspire her to be God’s woman now and in the future.

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  578. KaSteesha

    Those questions you asked in the excerpt above are vital and get straight to the heart of the matter. I would give the giveaway to my 14 year old cousin whom just started high school in the Fall. I no longer live in Tennessee so she and I can’t spend as much quality time with one another as we’d hoped. This gift (particularly the book) will set the precedent for her life.

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  579. Christin

    I would give this to my daughters. We have one daughter, but are in the process of adopting a little girl from Ethiopia. I would give this book to our daughter now and our soon to be daughter!!

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  580. Heather

    I know of a young lady (she is a student at the high school where i teach) who is getting ready to graduate from high school and move into the next stage of her life. She is also battling an eating disorder that is gripping her. It is a daily struggle, and the only thing she has to hold on to right now is her faith. Encouragement from your book might be just the ticket to continue saying yes to God!

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  581. Terri

    I would give it to my daughter. She is a High School senior. So this summer she will start college and a new chapter in her life. I would like for her to have all the encouragment possible to know God is the only One who will be there for her always. This sounds like a gread book for her. Thanks for the fun giveaway.

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  582. Rachel McDowell

    Hope,

    What a greatd devo! I would give this to my oldest daughter. Last year we able to take a couple of days and had a “Purity Weekend”. This was especially important to me as a woman who did not become Christian until in my 20’s and not brought up in a Godly home. One of my worries I give up to God daily is how to show God’s love and direct my children so that they will have their OWN relationship Him. One that grows deep, strong roots in their hearts- I know that this book would be a blessing! She is always in my nailpolish :), loves to get an occasional treat at Starbucks, & we can’t wait to go to the beach soon! Thank you for being an inspiration to young ladies!
    Rachel

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  583. Sue Moore

    Hi Hope! It is wonderful to hear from you! I am in the middle of reading “Unglued” and just read the story your Mom wrote about you and a girl from Middle School. I am the mother of 4 sons….but I have a beautiful niece who is in middle school and when I read the story in Unglued I thought of Maddie. She is my only niece and the closest thing I have to a daughter. Unfortunately, her mother (my sister) is raising her to see the world for all the material that it can provide and although they go to church and Maddie is a Girl Scout I think the influence of her Mom is going to be strong, You know the impact your mother has had on you. I want GOD to SHINE on her so that she can see that this world is worth so much more than “stuff” and she can do so much more – her deeds are more than acts of service to put on a resume some day. I think this book would be an amazing 13th birthday present for her this month! Way to go Hope!

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  584. Renee

    I would give this to my 17 year granddaughter whom I have raised since birth. Cicumstances with her biological mother was very complicated. She is very sweet and loving and has took avow of clibacy until she older and able to understand. She loves the Lord and sings in the choir and praise dance team. She loves hats and blue is her favorite color. The fact that other young women have the same faith base would be such an inspiration for her because in our small town they are far and few to be found.

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  585. marci goodale

    I would give the gift to my beautiful daughter! 🙂

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  586. Ivete

    I would give this to my daughter who’s turning 12 on the 20th of this month. She is a beautiful girl with a loving heart that has had many struggles in her first year of middle school. Throughout all the struggles I have tried to lead her to focus on WHO God knows she is and WHO God wants her to be. She would so benefit from hearing encouragement from another girl. I think it would really motivate her. Thanks.

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  587. Donna Jensen

    I would give this to one of my teachers named Kayla. She is 20 years old. One day, driving home from a training 4 hours away, she was extremely quiet as the other three of us were chatting away about Church, relationships with Christ and general Christian topics. Finally, well into the ride, she spoke up. She said the conversation made her a little uncomfortable because she is struggling with the decision of what to believe. See, her grandparents basically raised her. Her grandmother is a Christian and her grandfather is Jehovahs Witness. They eventually divorced, but both of them continued to try to instill their beliefs in her. She was completely confused and felt that choosing either belief would actually be “choosing” a grandparent over the other. We had a wonderful long talk, encouraging her to go to church (maybe one that neither of them go to) and investigate… do lots of investigating. She needed to make this important decision for herself. A few weeks went by and then on a Monday morning, she came in beaming.. she had gone to a Christian church and had accepted Christ! She said she felt as if the pastor was speaking right to her. The next weekend, she asked if she could visit our chuch (Newspring) and went with us. She has attended every week since, and even brought her roommate, roommates mom and her sister to Easter service where all three of them accepted Christ. Kayla is on fire for the Lord and I would love to give her this gift to encourage her!

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  588. Shana Hodge

    I would give this wonderful gift to my 16 year old daughter. She is a godly young lady is learning so much about who she is and WHO she belongs to. It is so exciting to watch how God is shaping and molding her into His image.

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  589. Denice

    I would give this to my niece!

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  590. Donna

    Good Morning!

    I think that the mission trip was a wonderful thing that you did. I went on one here in the states a few years ago and it also had a great impact on my life. I would give the gift to my 16 year old niece, Tori, she is an amazing young woman and has shown so much compassion and love for people already in her lifetime that I know she is destined for great things. At the beginning of the school year in our area, she started a back pack ministry with local churches for the grade school children at the local elementary school. Through this ministry these children, who would possibly go hungry, get a back pack each Friday with food for the weekend. She has taken it upon herself to make the community aware of this hunger problem and has been to many churches and organizations to give presentations and collect donations to buy food for this ministry. Several local grocery stores have also teamed up with her to give her discounts on purchases. This is just one example of the good works that she has been doing. I am extremely proud of her and pray for her everyday that the Lord will give her guidance and safety. I was totally shocked at the number of children who take this backpack home each week just in our little area and would ask that you, your family and anyone reading this comment pray for her and the continued success of this ministry.

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  591. Missy

    I am a mother of three daughters. I was not raised in a christian home and lived life self destructivly after losing my father to a heart attack when I was a preteen. After, MANY mistakes and situations that only God himself could of brought me through, I realized how meaningless life is without a heart for Jesus. So just about 10 years ago, my husband and I gave our hearts to the Lord. He had already blessed us with three healthy girls and shown us first hand His grace and forgiveness. I would give this gift to my daughters. In their teenage years, so many other areas demand their attention. I want them to realize that there is NOTHING this side of heaven that will be as fulfilling and consistant as the love of our Lord and Savior! Thank you for your mission work! You and your family are so very encouraging and a wonderful example for the rest of us! God bless you all!

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  592. Sherry

    Hope, I would give this to a coworkers daughter who is 16 and struggling with anorexia. She is away from home at a rehab facility and is having a hard time being away from her family. I have been trying to think of what to send her to help her through this time and this would be perfect.

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  593. Joy Henderson

    I would give this to my daughter who is about to be 12 this summer!
    I know she is at a crucial age and any resources to help navigate her through this time of life is oh, so, helpful!

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  594. Jodi

    I would give this to my beautiful 12 year old daughter, Dani. She will be 13 in about a month, and we all remember what that age is like. 🙂 It has been on my heart to try to teach her to be the girl/young woman that God created her to be. To not buy into the world’s view of what a beautiful woman should look like. I know what a struggle this will be; I certainly struggle with it. Things to help keep the communication open is a blessing!!! Thanks…

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  595. Melissa McEntyre

    Wonderful post! I love the question “Whose do you want to be?”. I’ll be tucking that away, for sure.

    As for the gift, I’d love to be able to surprise my younger sister, Lizzy, with it. My sister is seventeen going on thirty five, and an incredible human being. We lost our mom three years ago. Since I was already living out of our parents’ house, my sister really stepped up. She had to grow up overnight, and she did a spectacular job. She is a great caregiver and a wonderful example to our younger brother. She helps our dad with scheduling and errands and cleaning. She’s helped so much to fill the void in the home that was left when our mom passed. She is one of my best friends and I am so proud of her. She doesn’t let anything stop her, and she is nothing if not completely confident in who she is in Christ.

    This little gift would be such a treat for her.

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  596. ConnieA

    I would share this book with both of my daughters, Lisa (17) and Laura (14). Hopefully we can also share with our small groups. Lisa and Laura have a great heart for God and serving others.

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  597. Kelly Sauser

    First, I would use this book in my high school girls small group and then I would pass it along to one of the girls who are unable to attend the small group study with the intent that they would share it with a friend and so on. They could jot their name on the inside as they use they book and maybe a note of encouragement to the next girl who reads the book.

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  598. Alisha Rowland

    I would send this to my Daughter in Law, Kendra. She is such a sweet and loving mother to my granddaughter Florence. Kendra is also a devoted wife to my son Zach and I love her very much. She is now pregnant with my next granddbaby and I think this gift would be the perfect thing to get her through the hot summer months of her third trimester!

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  599. Connie

    Your book and the Spring gifts would be a perfect high school graduation gift for my precious granddaughter. She loves God, her mommy (my daughter) and her whole family. She’s hoping to be a teacher after college and work with special needs children. I am praying God will direct her every step of the way.

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  600. Vanessia

    Hope,
    You have a beautiful name which suits you. Thanks for sharing with us. i would give this lovely gift to my daughter who is a freshman in college and has a new passion for God. She is looking to transfer to a Christian University in the fall and wants to study vocal music and worship leading. I would love to give her this gift to encourage her to continue her quest for God and His direction in her life. It would be a way of affirming her recent decision. Thanks again for sharing.

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  601. Kathy Spade

    Hope, I would give it to my 20 year old daughter who is a sopohmore at Auburn.
    She has had a rough year health wise, as well as spiritually and emotionally.
    I think it would enourage her and help her regain focus.

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  602. klaub63

    A beautiful young lady I work with

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  603. Jill

    I would give it to my nieces, they just beginning their journey into womanhood and have tough choices ahead of them and I want them to know that God is the only way to go!

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  604. Sandra

    I would give this to my 17 yr old granddaughter Who was mixed up with the wronge crowd and stole all of my jewelry to sell for money and who is currently waiting the judge rruling I have asked for leniency and am praying for Gods will. She.is back to church now Praise God.

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  605. Misti

    I would give this to our babysitter. She is an awesome teenager with a huge heart, and I know she would really appreciate it. 🙂

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  606. Lori Warning

    I would give this amazing gift to my mother. She is in her 60’s, still vibrant and full of life, and entering a new season. As a single mom, raising 3 kids, and struggling to provide a better life for her family, she put many of her dreams to the side. She is now entering a new season of life. Happily married, along with her husband, God has opened doors for ministry and she is finally able to answer the ‘the call’ that God placed on her life many years ago but due to circumstances, often out of her control, she was not able to live out fully. Now in her 60’s, my YOUNG mom is living out the joy of her yes from many years ago and walking in the blessing of her response to His call.

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  607. Terri

    Hope,
    I would give this to my 14 y.o. granddaughter who is going through rough waters. I can honestly say that I’m sure she would read the book, but I am trying to teach them (all my granddaughters) who God is at a distance. I live in IL and they/she lives in OH. I discovered on facebook last night that she is communicating with a 19 y.o. sailor from Virginia, if what he says is true, I am afraid for her. Abbi is a beautiful girl, but with health problems, low self esteem, and turmoil in her life, she does not know what direction to go. Because of a dramatic episode in the summer, she rebelled in Sept and broke into school property and took her frustrations out on the preschool playground. He father is not very fond of us, therefore we do not have much communication with her, and I believe she is at the crossroads right now. God has placed many burden upon my heart and my granddaughter is big one…

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  608. Kim Shurie

    I would give this to my niece Amanda. She is not walking with The Lord, but she seems to be seeking. Her parents don’t go to church and are not saved. When we are together she seems to have a hunger and listens and asks some great questions, that let me know she is wrestling with a lot. I believe this will help lead her to Christ. Thank you for your love and passion for women. Side note: my small group is going thru Unglued. I bought the DVD, and both books from proverbs 31. We are diving deep and we all LOVE this study. Thank you!

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  609. Courtney Lynn

    I would give this to one of the girls in my youth group. I give away door prizes at every meeting and I’m always looking for books and cute gifts to give my students.
    On a side note, Hope, I think you are so sweet and have matured into such a strong, Godly woman! When are you going to get a blog? hint, hint 😉

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  610. Ryan

    Hope, first I feel I must tell you what an absolutely stunning daughter of God you are, inside and out! I can feel your heart for the Lord radiating through your writing and your smile! Thank you for being such a loyal servant of our great God and for sharing with us today.

    I would give this gift to a 15 year old girl who is currently living away from home (she is homeschooled) pursing her dream of becoming an Olympic horseback rider one day. She works hours that would make most adults exhausted (usually 7 a.m.-6 p.m. 6 days a week) and still has homework to do in her spare time. She has very few friends her age and looks up to me greatly. I feel her desire to love and know the Lord and would love to give this gift to her, along with a chartered day off to the beach for her to get away from the stresses of her life and just be with God for a day in the sunshine. I just know this gift would put such a huge smile on her face and give us a chance to bond and encourage each other.
    -ry

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  611. Jenny Corlett

    I am leading a discussion on your book “Ungluded” in our Wednesday night ladies meetings. Everyone is enjoying it so much. I would give this gift to one of the ladies in my class who is having a hard time dealing with a death in her family. I have just discovered you , your books, videos, and blogs and have become quite a fan. I share your blogs with the ladies in my class. Keep up the good work.

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  612. Kathy M

    Good Morning Hope! I love the Friday Favorites and this is a good one. I would love to win the gift and give to my daughter, Emily. She will be graduating next month from college and has just been accepted into the Reformed Theological Seminary and is struggling as whether to attend due to finances. She, like you, went on mission trips in college and this changed her life. She prayed for God to NOT let her in seminary if it was his will not to but now that she is in she has to pray for financial means to go. This book would certainly lift her up and guide her. Thank you and your mom so much!

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  613. Wendy

    Hi Hope! I would love to give this to my beautiful 16 year old daughter. She is such a brave girl who has been through a lot in her life. She always holds her head up and presses on regardless of how hard I know it has sometimes been for her. God has given her a fantastic gift to be able to write and sing in a very powerful way. I would love to encourage her to use these gifts more to lift Him up! She is at such a crossroad in her life now as she is making all of the decisions you mentioned about her future. I know her potential is limitless and I really want to see it used for God!

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  614. Denise Roberts

    Hi Hope! I would give this to Caroline. She’s a young woman about to graduate from college and one who I believe is going to be my daughter-in-love! She so desperately needs to know Whose she is – as she is struggling with the questions of what next? What now? Who am I? and the one that breaks my heart is “Am I worthy?”. I would love to be able to give this to her as a conversation starter that I hope will lead to all the conversations we can have about being the Beloved of God!

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  615. Peg

    Hope I would give this bag to my younger sister, she was baptized and turned her life over to God. Then a few short weeks later her husband was put in jail for drugs, they have a daughter that is 15, and their family is divided over his habits. I have heard that he repented and was saved and now wants to be baptized. She had told him and everybody in the family that she is done with the marriage until he seeks the help he needs. I think that Your book could help her and her daughter “walk with faith” and know that God will help her through this rough time. She has been so overwhelmed and I have been praying for her and her family to be healed and her path to become clear to her.

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  616. Mary

    I would give it to a beautiful, talented young lady from church, who is living in NYC, trying to get her break but everywhere she turns, the doors are closing. She is discouraged and is now questioning if this is really what GOD intends for her to do with her life and if not, just what IS she supposded to do. She is struggling and just needs some encouragement and a clear direction from God.

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  617. Michele

    I would give this to my daughter who is about to graduate from highschool. She is taking the next step in learning and growing and will be attending a 4 year state college in the fall. I wish the best for her!

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  618. Dianne

    I have four grandaughters having a birthday in the next month and a half. Would love to win it for one of them. But I will buy the book”What Happens When Young Women Say Yes to God” for each of them.
    Thank you, Lysa

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  619. Teresa

    As usual your message speaks to my heart, at times I still ask myself what I want to do or be when I grow up and I am now what my granddaughter lovingly refers to me as Mumna. I believe that we should continue to ask ourselves monthly, weekly or even daily what we want to do or be when we grow up it helps to keep things in perspective and to tune in and listen to that still small voice.

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  620. Denni Swepston

    Wow – what great FRESHNESS you gave this morning! I am impressed and blessed! If I happen to win the give away I would be giving it to my 18 year old daughter. We are preparing for high school graduation and college all at the same time. She is going to be 3 hours away from us while in college. She is such a strong amazing pure Christian young lady who is active in so much! She is a blessing to me. A great blessing. She makes me want to be all that God has called me to be.

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  621. Barb Goodrich

    I have three girls, I am so blessed by them. They don’t know Jesus yet but I’m praying. I saw the comments and my heart breaks for the struggling girls. Give it to one of them.

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  622. Sonya

    I would give the giveaway to my best girlfriend Lisa, who is recuperating from breast cancer. I honor her strength, poise, and her VIKING mentality! She chooses everyday to be her own miracle and I love that about her. I am truly inspired by her attitude and try to copy it each and every day God awakes me to His world!

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  623. Jessica Caraballo

    Hi Hope, it brings me great joy to hear of a young woman as yourself who is on fire for the Lord and recognizes that the “mission field” is anywhere that God wants to use you! I would give the gift to a 19 year old girl who stepped out in faith last month and made the courageous move to a very rural area (3 hrs from her city) to help serve at our church. I want to bless her and encourage her to continue seeking the Lord’s will and living for Him. Thanks again for your devotion and blog! May the Lord bless you as you bless others! 🙂

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  624. Jaime

    I would give this to my good friend….she’s a giver, so it would be wonderful to give something right back to her!!

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  625. Becky

    Hi Hope! Thanks for sharing an excerpt from your book! I would love for my niece Megan to read this book. Raised in a broken home Megan struggled to trust in God and with having any faith. She does believe in Jesus and is open to learning more. Recently, her doctor discovered 6 nodules on her thyroid and has had many blood tests. We are awaiting to learn the results of these tests to find out if it is cancerous. If so, she could have surgery as early as next week to remove her thyroid. All prayer is greatly appreciated for Megan. I do believe God has this all in His control and and in His perfect plan for her life!

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  626. Trudy Morris

    Thank you for the encouraging words. I plan on printing a copy and sharing your comments with my daughter. Life has been difficult for my family over the last year. My husband of 30 years walked out on our family and started a new life with another woman. My children and I are struggling to put our “new” family back together. My daughter was very close with her dad and has had a terrible time adjusting (as we all have). She has decided to go on a mission trip to Cambodia with our church in July. It will be her first mission trip. She is saving her money and getting her passport on her own. We have seen God mercy and comfort in this difficult life changing event. I would love to give your new book to my daughter as an encouragement. Thank you again for sharing.

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  627. Missy

    Hello Hope – Thank you for such an inspirational message. I would give this perfect gift to my 18 year old daughter, who would love every item shown, as they are her favorites also. I would give this to her in hopes that your book would speak to her heart and give her the inspiration to say yes to God. She is struggling to find her herself and her place in this world that we live in. I pray for her daily and faithfully belief that there is something out there that will help to move her in the direction that that God would have her take. Perhaps she just needs a little push to get her started and who knows – maybe your book would be that push. As a mother, I thank you for all of the young lives you have touched through your faith. You truly are an inspiration. May God bless you and keep you in your journey through life.

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  628. Michelle

    This book sounds great, I wish I had read something like this as a young woman. What an encouragement this must be to young women everywhere.
    I would give this book to my 16 year old niece, who has endured some issues this past year, because she needs to know Whose she is. It would be such a blessing to be able to share these goodies with her. Thanks!

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  629. Priscilla Fauntleroy

    Hope, I would give this to my niece who is 17 years old and is struggling to complete high school. In 2008, her mother was diagnosed with an auto immune disease. It came on quickly and the doctors told us her mother had 10% chance of living. Through God’s grace and mercy she miraculously pulled through. Fast forward – July, 2012, her mother took a turn for the worst and was diagnosed with two additional auto immune disease. Once again Jehovah Rophe extended greater grace and greater mercy to her life. I am grateful to serve a God like this. Throughout the past 4 1/2 years my niece has gone through emotionally and spiritually turmoil which has affects her grades and lifestyle tremendously. We are working closely with her. She was introduced to God at a young age and I want her to know that God can heal her present state and use her for His glory.

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  630. Sandy

    I would LOVE to give this book to my daughter who will be 15 this summer. She is at the age where she is easily influenced by the next “in thing” and think this book would be what she needs to help get her on the right track. Her biological father is not in the picture (his choice) and I do believe it leaves her feeling, my dad don’t want me, then she will search for whom ever will show her the love she longs for. My husband, her step-dad, has been her father for 10 years now and he tries to show her the love of a father and of the Father but still sense a longing in her. I pray this book will guide her in the direction of wanting to be who God wants her to be, child of the King.

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  631. Shanna Chaney

    I would give this to my daughter in law. My granddaughter was stillborn a month ago. She delivered at 25 weeks due to pregnancy complications. She had a previous miscarriage in May 2012. I want her to know she is loved and who she belongs to.

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  632. Janet Trenda

    Hope, this looks like an awesome “map” for my 17 year old granddaughters. I can’t wait to get a copy:)

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  633. Meghan Anderson

    I would give this to a sweet freshman girl in my youth group/Sunday School class. She is the only girl in the class and sometimes feels discouraged. Her mom brings her to church but she could use LOTS of encouragement!

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  634. Rebecca Ann

    I would give this to my daughter. We have been having many conversations about what she might want to do as she gets older. I’m going to have her read your post today and see what conversations arise . Thanks for sharing today 🙂

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  635. Kristin

    Hi Hope, you did a great job! I know your mama and your Heavenly Father are proud of you.

    I would give this gift to Janet, our babysitter who is graduating college at the end of the month. She is discourage with not finding a job in the field she study.

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  636. Ashley

    I would give this to my youngest sister. She is an inspiration to me and is a follower of Christ with all of her heart. She has already been on a mission trip to Nicaragua at the age of 14…how awesome is that! I just want to continue to encourage her with her walk with Christ even though it’s not easy.

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  637. Debi

    I would give this gift to my daughter who is ‘celebrating’ her one year anniversary of her Type 1 Diabetes diagnosis and is 11 years old. Her life has changed so drastically, but she radiates with such a pleasant and hopeful disposition, that she blesses me every day. Her life has been made even more challenging because my own chronic illnesses that prevent me from being the mother she deserves to have and really needs, especially under these circumstances.
    The one thing I want to give my daughter is a clear path to Jesus… a true depiction of the deep, unending love He and The Father have for her… the knowledge that her identity is in Christ, not in her illness or limitations. The surety that her Heavenly Father has her name written on the palm of His hand and his plan is to “prosper her and not to harm her, to give her hope and a future”.

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  638. Hilary Berman

    Hi Hope, thanks for your message. I would give the gift to my prayer partner, Robin. She is such an uplifting person. She has 2 young girls who i think would both enjoy reading your book and I think the other stuff would go to good use as well! Her older daughter who babysits for me sometimes, is going to college in the fall, and her younger daughter will be starting high school next year. I got a lot from your message today. Thanks for sharing.

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  639. Marla

    I’m not sure who I would share this with but thanks for the opportunity!!!

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  640. Deb B.

    Hi Hope –
    Congratulations to you on following God’s path and continuing on that path. My daughter is starting middle school this year and I’m starting see all the reason they are presented with on why not to choose this path. That’s why she is the one I would give too. Thanks!

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  641. Bertha Daniels

    This is exactly the book I would love to give my 15 year old daughter. Lots going on and this is a journey that we could take together. This is exactly what we need. I love reading your blogs and I am so thankful that you have written a book for girls awesome!!! I have enjoyed reading some of your books and studying with a group of ladies Unglued so wonderful. I also keep picking up Made to Crave so helpful. Thanks thanks thanks!!!!!!!

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  642. Franki Martin

    My girlfriend at work is an amazing mom to 7- 6 girls & 1 baby boy…She works with youth here at our community center and cares for each child as she does her own. We often encourage one another to continue seeking Christ in all of our various circumstances! It is really a blessing to share my work days with this awesome woman. One of our central themes, since I have a young daughter too, is keeping our girls on track! Headed to the cross, compassionate, caring for others and most importantly, loving themselves as God loves us! It would be a blessing to share your book with my friend and her girls! Thank you for considering, and be blessed! hugs!fm

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  643. Missy

    I would give this to my 14 year old daughter. She is becoming a beautiful person inside and out and I pray that she continues to seek God’s plan for her life. It is not easy being the only girl with three brothers and a child of a pastor. I pray that I can be a good example to her.

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  644. Sherry

    I would give it to my daughter Abi who turns 12 on Monday. I hope she will let God lead her always, in every aspect of life.

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  645. Melissa

    I would give this to my high school junior daughter who is in the middle of all those ‘what does my future hold’ questions. I was excited to see the young women’s version-especially since my small group is just starting the ‘grown-up’ version of your mom’s book tomorrow night! Thanks for the chance to win.

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  646. Lauren Lapaglia

    Hello, Hope. What a blessing for you to write this today. Thank you for sharing your words and thoughts with us! I’m a 28 year old mother of 4, 3 daughters, and 1 son. It was a great encouragement to read this today, knowing I can inspire my daughters to become women of great faith, and that they can do amazing things in Him. Knowing that young women like yourself are leading other young ladies is such a blessing!
    I would give this to my husband’s ex-wife’s 18 year old daughter (she is the half sister of my 2 “step”daughers). Today is her 18th birthday, and she is struggling in a really bad way. I feel like she’s barely holding on to her faith, and a book like this might help her along her way and place more certainty into her steps again. Thank you again, Hope!

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  647. Ashley

    Hi Hope! I would give this book to my younger sister. She is really going through a hard time right now and is really struggling to find herself and her purpose in this world. Hope I win!

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  648. Molly Fulton

    I have two beautiful, God-loving daughters who would certainly appreciate this message – especially if it’s accompanied by nail polish! We may never have all the right answers in this life, but I love to see young women start asking the right questions early on. Well done!

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  649. Lorraine

    Hi Hope. What a wonderful message about identifying who you are instead of what you are. I would give your book to my 23 year old daughter who is in her first year of teaching 3rd grade at a public school. Her daily challenges she faces everyday with some of the children who are struggling from the results of someone else’s poor choices and the lifestyles of world today. I believe your book would help her to continue to be a light in the darkness and to also share this not only with the younger girls but with also the teenagers in the Youth Group at her church where she is a Youth Leader and her husband is the Youth Pastor! The both have a heart and passion to minister to the young – as they are the next generation.

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  650. Andrea

    I would give this to the girl I mentor. She’s the perfect age for it, and I know it would mean the world to her! God bless! 🙂

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  651. Julie

    I would share it with my daughter, Cecelia Rose, who is turning 9 tomorrow and is a girly-girl through and through. 🙂

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  652. Sheila

    Hi Hope- that’s my favorite word by the way 🙂 I would live to give this to our daughter. She just turned 12 and is a beautiful girl who wants to go a little deeper with God. This book would help her do that, and all the other goodies would be a sweet bonus! Thanks!! And many blessings to you and your family.

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  653. catherine Napoleon

    I would like to give this to my God gifted daughter on her 18th Birthday, She is a Gift from God. and i know that God is working in her life this is my dream.
    However I am saying Thank you Hope for this wonderful gift.

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  654. Stefanie

    I love the question “Who do you want to be?” & “whose do you want to be?” That spoke to me! I would give this to my daughter. She struggles with knowing who she is in Christ (sometimes like her mama). I would live to read this book together with her. Thank you for sharing your message Hope!

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  655. Connie Boyd

    I would give this to a sweet gal from church who just had her first baby and is searching…thank you!

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  656. Stacy Fischer

    Hope, your blog is an answer to a prayer. My 16-year-old daughter has been battling a chronic illness for over a year and a half. Prior to diagnosis, she battled her way through countless medical tests, numerous diagnoses, and various treatments, all while trying to keep up with school. At the beginning of this school year, when she was finally correctly diagnosed and correct treatment began, she tried to keep up with daily life, but just couldn’t. She spent the first half of her junior year on our couch, trying to teach herself her courses, with an occasional valiant trip to school to try to attend a class here and there. In January, she ultimately was faced with the decision of extending her junior year to two years, which is the situation she is in now.

    Blessedly, her treatment is slowly helping; she has come a long way since September. She is now physically attending two classes, though she still has days when she struggles with not feeling well. Battling the illness has been tough, but the social isolation, in many ways, has been tougher. She is now faced with becoming part of another class, while her friends are beginning to focus on applying to college and graduating next year. She daily struggles not only with the whys of her situation, but (given her friends’ college talks) the whats. What is SHE supposed to study in college? What IS she supposed to be when she grows up?

    We do not belong to a church, but are spiritual people. We talk often about how God has chosen her to be in her situation for a reason, but she is so mired down in applying this to her future, that she isn’t “living” in the present. And an ah-hah moment here for me as I am writing this – I’m enabling this. I, too, am looking at how God might be directing her future path through these circumstances! Instead, as you so eloquently point out, she needs instead to listen to what God is asking her each day to “be,” and that is what will bring her peace with the whys and the whats. She can embrace who she is and live each day to the fullest, knowing the future will unfold in His timetable.

    Whether or not you choose my daughter to receive your giveaway, thank you for playing a role in MY spiritual development this morning. By writing this comment, I have realized how I need to change MY understanding, which can better help me to guide her. But Mom’s guidance can only go so far. Ultimately, she needs to learn to embrace guidance from the One who should be guiding her, the One who does know the answers, our Holy parent. THAT is the prize. Your book can lead the way for her. The rest of your giveaway items? Icing on the cake!

    Bless you, Hope. God spoke to me this morning … through you.

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  657. Brandy

    First of all, how wonderful that you and your mother collaborated on a book together!! I would give this to my daughter. She is 12 and we have been talking lately about why her friends at school are changing and how important it is that she stay true to God. A tool like this would be so encouraging for her!

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  658. Phyllis Holmes

    My almost 15 year old granddaughter has been through a lot of struggles in her young life. She is the eldest of 5 kids and has been through 2 stepdads and her own dad is rarely in the picture. Now in her teen years, she is searching for who she is. The winning of this gift would be an awesome blessing for her.

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  659. Linda

    Thank you so much for this message. I would share this with my 18 year old daughter who is graduating from high school this spring and is a little nervous about her next steps in life!

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  660. Jody

    Hope you certainly have been blessed with the gift of love for others! I would give your book to my daughter – she is 14 and the last few years has had many struggles at school with ‘friends’ and this year joined the SR Youth group at our church and has grown so much! She attends every function with the group including a Bible study every other week. I cannot get over the growth & change in her. She has also been talking about getting Baptised!!

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  661. Becky

    I would give this to my junior in high school daughter Gretchen. She is so looking forward to college and being “out on her own” but my mother-heart hurts, knowing that The World is a hurtful place.

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  662. Amy Faris

    I would love to give this to my neice. She is a precious 15 year old in High School. She is in a difficult situation at home. However, she is on the Youth Praise & Worship Team at church. I believe God is using her & has a special plan for this beautiful young lady. He is going to use all her hurt to move her into what he has called her to do.

    Really enjoyed this blog! Thanks for sharing!

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  663. Luisa

    I would give this to my younger sister who’s finishing up her first year of High School. I pray that she lives a Y.E.S. life, and I’m sure this book would positively impact her life.

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  664. Jayne Fisher

    Hi Hope:-)
    I would give this to a wonderful woman of God who is going through allot with her husband, they have 2 little girls, 1 is 18months the other 2 months & a 11 year old little girl from a previous relationship, he is leaving her & the kids to start afresh:-( I think she needs some TLC as she is always giving & never receives.
    Thanks
    Jayne x

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  665. Stephanie Shouse

    I would give this book to my amazing daughter who is a freshman in high school and about to embark on her first mission trip on her own this summer. I would also give her the cute hat and tote but keep the necklace & nail polish for myself… A mom’s gotta do what a mom’s gotta do. 🙂

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    • Vicki Karayan

      I would love to give this to my wonderful special needs daughter. She is a freshman in highschool and is having a challenging time on who she is and wanting to be like the”normal” kids. She isn’t normal and we know God made her special for a purpose. But it is hard for her to understand. Even if I don’t wim I will by the book for her. Thanks for sharing today!

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  666. Gerri Shewmaker

    I would seek out and give this to someone I don’t even know personally, but we are sisters in Christ… Her name is Katie Kinniard, and she is a mommy of 2 boys, and expecting again. Her youngest (2 years old) is in Riley Hospital waiting for a new heart, and has been there since October (thekinnairds.blogspot.com)… We have prayed for this family each step of the way… and this week, their car was totaled in front of the hospital (no one was hurt tho…Praise Jesus!)! They have exhausted their resources, and they have had such enormous mountains to face! And yet, their faith hasn’t waivered! I’m humbled… and yep- Katie needs encouragement!

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  667. Elonda

    This is a wonderful giveaway. I would give it to my oldest daughter. She just turned 14. Our lives have been turned upside down in the past 10 months. My husband who is 37 had a massive stroke in June. He was paralyzed on the right side and is fighting his way back to now walking and has a little movement in his arm and talking more. It has been very hard on all of the family. Especially her. They were constant companions on the farm and she is having to deal with the changes that the stroke caused. I would like her to be able to continue her journey with Christ.

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  668. Michelle W

    Hi Hope. I think you did an amazing devotional today. I would give this to my niece who is 16 and finding it difficult to make her way in the word. I pray for her everyday. I’d like to give her this book in hopes we can atleast open a dialogue about wanting what’s best for thru God’s eyes.

    God bless

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  669. Amy

    I would give it to my teenage cousin. I don’t want her to make the same mistakes I did as a young girl. She may be more open to listening to someone closer in age.

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  670. Kim Santo

    I would love to win this giveaway, I would enjoy it with my 9 year old daughter who is having such a struggle right now with identity and self image- we have had a tumultuous time through most of the short years of her life coming through a home of abuse with her father and then on to another home with family that was riddled with adults behaving badly and the continuing poor behavior of my ex husband pouring out his own anger over the breakup of our family into her emotions and our life in various ways have affected her so much that it tares my heart apart. I love her so much and would take it all upon myself to bear for her in a heartbeat, I am at a loss most times of how to help but still in that little body and heart is such a beautiful and precious girl who so much wants to do the right thing even though she chooses differently much of the time. But God will redeem it all I know even though I can’t see it and fear getting buried under it all sometimes, He is faithful and just and is the reason I can still stand through it all. He has given me that precious little one and I will not give up on her ever!

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  671. Rose

    Hello Hope,
    I would give the gift to my oldest granddaughter, she is about to become 13 , she is a beautiful young lady inside and out, loves the lord and soon to become a teen, how exciting and what better way to start her off with these exciting gifts.
    I also must tell you how excited I am for you to see you writting I think you would be an excellent source for young ladies to relate to. Thank you for following the lords will in your life I pray you will continue to write and become a mentor to young ladies all over the world. You certainly are following your wonderful mothers talent. God bless you!
    And thank you for this opportunity!

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  672. Jamie

    I would give the book to my niece who is in 8th grade!

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  673. Kelli

    Hi-Wow you have a gift of writing, like your mom! I would give this to this beautiful young lady I know, Jess- I hope my daughter who is 6 turns out as well as she is!

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  674. Annette

    I would give this gift to one of my students. She has had a difficult life, being adopted and growing up in a non-christian home… and struggling with school on top of it. She is learning what it means to live as a Christian young woman, but it is extra difficult for her when her family opposes her. In spite of the obstacles, she is enjoying serving God in a youth leadership role at church.Since I only have sons, I enjoy her sense of fashion and style – so I know she would enjoy this gift. She doesn’t have much money, since she is a student. Her last Starbucks giftcard, she generously shared with me to thank me for all the things I have done for her including sharing God with her in my day to day life. I would love to give her another Starbucks giftcard! She is such a blessing to work with everyday! I hope that she will be inspired and blessed by your book to be the woman He wants her to be and to always know Whose she is.

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  675. Mary

    I would give it to my mom because she is the most selfless and beautiful person I know.

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  676. Mary R

    Hi Hope, first let me tell, as if you already don’t know, you have a very special mother. She has truly blessed me.
    I was going to ask for this gift for my granddaughter who is going to be 21 next month but needs direction for her life. She knows The Lord but is needing to regain her relationship with Him.
    With that said, I would rather have it sent to Mary to give to Emily who left a previous comment that truly spoke to me. I ask for blessings on their lives.
    Please let me know also if this book would be age appropriate for a 12 year old and a 21 year old as well. My two oldest granddaughters. Bless you both!

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  677. Hillary

    What a timely and fabulous message. It seems that I always read your blog posts and emails at the perfect time. I would give this to my niece. Her life has been a roller coaster, and her hardships are more than anyone should have to go through in a lifetime let alone experience as a young woman. Most recently, she has been dealing with bullies and personal image and self worth issues. Her struggles break my heart but I know that God has an amazing plan for her life. This gift would be such a good surprise and fun, positive thing for her. I always think about “Who do I want to be?” and “What do I want to be?” I love that you posed the question “Whose do you want to be?” What a perfect way to look at it, and of course the answer to that is very simple. It makes all the confusion and stress in life seem to melt away. If I am God’s then I have a purpose and great worth. Thank you again for such a wonderful message!

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  678. Tracy

    I would give this to my 13-year-old daughter. God has given her such a beautiful, thoughtful heart but she is struggling to turn from the ways of the world. Lysa’s words have touched me personally in such powerful ways. I would love for my daughter to read Hope’s book…it would be encouragement for her from someone who has recently experienced some of the trials of young womanhood that she is going through right now.

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  679. carrie

    I would love to give this book to my daughter so that she can have a good foundation. Sometimes I am so scared that time is passing by so fast and do I spend enough time telling her all the things that she and her sister need to know.

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  680. Janice

    I would give this to my granddaughter Leah. She is at the right age for this book. She is extremely independent and wants to be involved in all things but she needs a purpose and direction..I hope this book will help her.

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  681. Margaret

    Thanks so much for sharing an excerpt from your book. I think my daughter would greatly benefit from reading this. She has recently made some really positive changes in her life and it goes right along!

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  682. Linda K.

    I would give this to my beautiful daughter. She has a big heart for Jesus. Love that girl.

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  683. Becky Morgan

    It seems as though our family has been blessed with women. Thirteen of us. Seven of them are my granddaughters. Three of them teenagers that need to know how to say “Yes to God” in their lives. There are so many pressures out there for them and it is hard these days in which we live to stand up and say YES no matter what when everyone else around them our doing what is wrong and trying to pull them away. So I would love to share the book with all of them.

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  684. Audrey

    Hi Hope!
    I would give this to my daughter who is finishing her second year of college. She is the third child of four and lives in the shadow of two very successful siblings who knew exactly what they wanted to do and have achieved their goals. She has had some medical issues that have brought challenges the last couple of years. She needs to focus on who God wants to her be and the rest will fall into place and not worry about keeping up with her siblings. What a joy to write this book with your mom! Love her!

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  685. Jo Beverly Fain

    I would love to give this to my very first granddaughter. She is everything you could hope for, beautiful, very intelligent and a lovely dancer. She could probably “write her own ticket” someday. But I hope and pray, as do her Mom and Dad, that she lets God write her ticket! She is also a very sweet and shy girl. God is using her now but I pray she will always listen to Him calling her to be His!

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  686. Dee A

    There is a young woman in my son’s life that used to go to church. She really could use some encouragement and a reuniting with Jesus who loves her.

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  687. Becky

    I have 3 daughters — 2 of them are teenagers. My oldest daughter is a senior in high school and heading off to college in the fall. My second daughter is 16 and is a sophomore in high school. Both of them are working on how and why to say yes to God for themselves — not for their mother. I pray for them daily and ask for God to be central in their lives. This book would be another way of the Holy Spirit working in their lives.

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  688. Stace4y

    Hi Hope, it was so good to hear from you today! I love your idea! I would give this cute package to my sweet friend Sherri. She is one of my dearest best friends! We have lead many ladies Bible studies together at our church over the last couple of years, she’s our associate pastors wife and a mom to 3 adopted children. She home schools two of her children, runs a wonderful ministry at our church and is so self-less in her daily living! She deserves this sweet package of lovely GIRL things! I love to paint nails so I would paint her nails and make her feel special!! she IS special. I love her dearly and wouldn’t be able to get through my life and various struggles without her beside me! I hope to be able to bless her with this gift! blessings to you! Stacey

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  689. Kim bulgin

    I have a niece in high school who would benefit from this book!!! Would love to brabke to bless her

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  690. Rebecca Saavedra

    I would love to receive this wonderful gift. I have planned on buying 2 copies of the book for my daughters Emily (15) and Mackenzi (11). Both of them are at an age where they need God in their lives to help make decisions. They both love going to church and have very strong beliefs that with prayer anything is possible! I look forward to opening my email to read a new blog from Lysa or Hope. The words are always true to the way I am feeling that day or how my week is going. Thanks for all you do and always making me feel like I am someone who is important to people and to God!

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  691. Deb Podgorny

    I would give this to special friend, Jenna. She is more like a granddaughter to me than just a friend. She is a college junior this year and facing some difficult decisions. This gift would be perfect for her as a reminder Whose she is and who she desires to be. Blessings to all!

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  692. Cathy B*****y

    What a fun giveaway!!! One that would pay it forward to numerous people! I would give the sun hat, the polish and the book to my granddaughter who just turned 17 last week in honor of her birthday and some new decisions for Christ she is making. I would give the Starbucks card to our local safe house for girls rescued from human trafficking here in the USA… I am partnering with them to try and raise awareness and one of the things that were mentioned is perhaps raising donations of Starbucks gift cards for the program promotions. So this card would go to towards that. The tote is perfect for my daughter, and the necklace would be a special adornment for myself in remembrance of how God turned your blessing others into a continual flow of blessings! Thank you for offering this amazing opportunity!.. and a wonderful post of course!
    Cathy B*****y pbprojecthope a tyahoo dot com

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  693. Dianna Jackson

    I would give this package to my sweet, wonderful daughter in Law-Amy. She has such a heart for God and is raising her son as a single parent in their home and is doing such an awesome job.

    She loves the Lord and is trusting him to lead her during this time of separation from my Son. She has lots of hopes and dreams left to be fulfilled.

    I honor, love and admire her spunk. She would enjoy this so much. Thank you for having this web site. I am loving it!

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  694. Janet

    I would definitely give this to my daughter. Though not a “young” woman by some standards, (27), emotionally she is young and seems out of step with who she wants to be.

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  695. Lynn Bowman

    Hi Hope! What a great post! You are definitely following in your Mom’s footsteps. I would give this gift package to my daughter, especially the book. I know she loves the Lord and like most young women in their 20’s, she’s pulled and tempted by everything the world is offering. I would love to give this to her so she can have reinforcement and encouragement to know it’s wonderful to be God’s girl!
    God Bless You,
    Lynn Bowman

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  696. Robin

    I would give it to one of the sweet young ladies at my church who I know cells kind.of.down about herself.

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  697. Clever Colleen

    This would be wonderful to gift to my 13 year old daughter. She and I struggle to stay friendly. 🙂 I love her to pieces though.

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  698. Lisa Robotham

    I would give it to my 21 year old daughter who would save it for her 10 year old sister when she is done with it. My older daughter graduated college and is a bit concerned about her future and her degree choice and jobs ahead of her. I want her to listen to what God wants her to do and not to the back and forth talking in her head that are so confusing to her at this time. And I know that she will share it with her sister when the time is right.

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  699. Jonica

    I would love to give this to a young girl in my youth group who is going to start high school in the fall & is going with us on our mission trip this summer to Brooklyn, NY! I think I may end up getting all the girls graduating from 8th grade this book! But I would love to bless Grace with this gift!! She has moved around several times in her young life and we are so blessed she ended up here with us!

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  700. Jamie

    Hi Hope,
    I think you did a great job on today’s devotional! I would love to give this to my cousin, she is 17 and struggles with the pressure of highschool and trying to fit in. I think she could greatly benefit from your book.

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  701. Suzanne

    Hi Hope,
    Thank you for your uplifting words today, you have a gift that is very special to the Kingdom!
    I’d give this gift assortment to my sweet daughter-in-law, she is a precious young woman and I love her and I’d love for her to come to know personally the love God has for her.

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  702. Sherri Smith

    I would give this to my daughter, who is 13. She inspires me to be a better mom and servant of God every day.

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  703. Anna

    I would keep the book for my future daughter. I am pregnant and due tomorrow with a baby girl. My greatest desire is for her to say yes to God.

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  704. Jennifer

    What a wonderful giveaway! I would love to be able to give this to my niece who will start high school this fall. Last November, my sister passed away unexpectedly, and my 13 year old precious niece was left grieving her Mom. The months since her death have been very hard. She knows her Momma is with her Lord and Savior but I know that each day is a struggle to keep her own relationship with the Lord in the forefront. This book would be such an encouragement. Thank you.

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  705. Sherri Chaffin

    Hope,
    I would LOVE to win this and give it to Rachel, one of my daughters. Rachel is in her first year of college, and though she has a tentative plan, I still feel she’s a little undecided. But as for your question, “who does she want to be”, she’s working really hard on that one! She’s gotten involved with a church group there, and I’ve seen huge changes in her attitude and outlook. I’d especially love for her to have the book, as I’m sure its information that would be so relevant and helpful to her. Thanks so much for the opportunity, and for what you’re doing! Definitely following in your Mom’s wonderful, loving, helpful footsteps!!!

    Sherri

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  706. Kathy

    I would give this gift to my sweet 12 year old niece who is struggling with her identity and trying to determine if she really believes in God or not. Her Dad left just a few months before she was born and has been in and out of her life over the years. She has never felt the security of knowing that her Daddy would always be there for her, and has always felt she had to perform to get his attention. Here lately she has been acting out because her Dad has been out of her life more than he has been in her life. When she does something wrong he steps back in for a short time, so that is her way to get his attention. Unfortunately this is giving her a very unhealthy view of Christ, therefore leaving her confused and questioning. I think this book would really minister to her and help her with her questioning since it is from another “daughter.”

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  707. Laura

    I would definitely share this with my daughter, who will turn 16 in a few weeks. She is searching for her niche in life right now and where she wants to head. I want her to realize that God is the ONLY way. May her adventure in life be as great as mine has been so far, with God leading the way.

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  708. Cathy Stoker

    Hope,
    As a mother of a beartiful young daughter, I have to brag because I am so proud of her.
    I would love to give these gifts to my daughter, Chelsea. She accepted Christ as her Lord and Savior about fours years ago at a teenage retreat that was held at our church. A couple years later she decited to read the entire bible and after she finished she told me she wanted to be baptized. She started a prayer group her senior in highschool which was a big success! She learned Spanish and went on a mission trip to Nicargua and got to stay at an orphanage for a week! Now she is in college studing to be a special education teacher. She is so focused at such a young age (18) and knows what she wants. She does not go anywhere without a book to read so I know she will really enjoy reading “What Happens When Young Women Say Yes to God”. She will be a great role model and teacher and says she owes it all to God for giving her these special gifts! Thank you again!

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  709. CarrieC

    I don’t have any daughters of my own, but have a terrific small group of teen girls! I’d probably give it to a highschool junior who is beginning the process of making a big decision for God that might estrange her from her family, so she’d probably love this book and the goodies! Thanks for the giveaway! What fun!

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  710. Rachel

    I would give it to my church library so that many young ladies could read and enjoy this book.

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  711. Therese Platts

    I would give this to my daughter who is 19 and at College.

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  712. Angela J

    I would give this to my 13 year old daughter who has no idea how much God loves her and how much I love her. She is already working in the church and doing the “what should be dones” but I want her to understand the amazing transforming power of God’s love and grace! 🙂 I want her to embrace God’s goodness.

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  713. Susan

    Hope, You are geniune like your Mom, and I am excited that you have chosen the question “Who” instead of “What”. There is alot of difference in the two. I would give this book to my pastor’s grand daughter. She is a beautiful young lady, and getting ready to go on her second mission trip with our church. I can see God using her in a mighty way to reach out to other youth in our church.

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  714. Tanya K

    Hi Hope! I would give this to a girl that stayed with my family in high school. She had a rough life growing up and I try to give her things and advice that will encourage her to become the woman that God intended for her to be not that person some try to tell her she will become because of what her childhood was like.

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  715. Tammy Steintl

    I would give this to my niece who is a junior in high school. Her family has put the stress that sports are the most important thing in life and thus far she is following that to a tee. She is good, I will give her that. But I want her to know that God has more for her in this life than just sports and she should be following after Him and seeking His will for her life.

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  716. Phyllis

    I would like to give this to my young friend Sarah who calls me “Mama Phyllis”. She struggles with wanting to say yes to God, yet feeling the pull of the world. I count myself most blessed that she has chosen me to be a friend, and I thik the book and the “goodies” would greatly encourage her in her faith walk. Hope – you are such an encouragement to my heart that the next generation will love, obey and serve Jesus! It is all about HIM and being owned by Him is the best thing ever!

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  717. Mary

    I would give it to one of my precious Wednesday Wild Women girls. This is a group of teenage girls that I get together with every other Wednesday before school! We eat, laugh, cry and talk about how to be Godly young women! It is such a struggle, especially when you are in high school and facing so many challenges. They are all searching and trying so hard to fit in and yet wanting to do the right thing. We chose the name because we are wild about God!!

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  718. Janet Worthy

    I would share 🙂 … the book to my amazing youngest daughter who is 22 and just finishing up her first year as a High School English teacher! She loves the Lord and it reflects in her dealing with her students. Even though she’s limited in what she can say, she’s allowed to answer all questions:) Maybe I’ll consider giving her the Starbucks Card, also … maybe NOT! The necklace and hat are DEF mine … yes, 60 year old women want to be fashionable, too! We’ll talk about the tote bag. Maybe that will be for my middle daughter who is 30 and going to give birth any day now to our first grandchild!!! My oldest daughter, 32, is a Federal agent and not really into much jewelry, nail polish, etc. And Kelsey will definitely loan the book to her big sisters:)

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  719. Mary Lou

    I would give this to my 16 year old daughter, Rachel. She has so much going for her, but I’m afraid she’s buying into some of the devil’s lies. She has a strong sense of justice and is a great friend to the underdog. She wants to be a doctor and work in underserved areas of South America. But I’m afraid she’s left her first love, as the Bible describes it. She’s been a Christian since she was 5, but she’s taking less and less of a stand for her faith. I also have an 11 year old daughter, so Rachel could pass the book on to her.

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  720. Julie

    Those were such inspirational words to me today. I even wrote down “Who do I want to be and whose do I want to be” in my iPhone just to remember. So simple, but so profound. I work with the youth in my church and there is a girl there who is really hurting and needs to be loved on and encouraged. I would give this to her.

    Thanks for allowing God to use you and for being obedient to his calling!

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  721. Audra

    I would give this to my 19-year old sister-in-law. She loves all of the things you are including, and she is at a point in her life where she is very unsure what the future holds, but is trying to seek God’s plan.

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  722. Ann

    I would give this to my God Daughter whom God entrusted me to help raise. She is the oldest of 4 kids. Her mother was a teenage mother at the age of 16. Her mother wasn’t supportive in her going through her pregnancy. God allowed me to be a part of her life. Even though it was not the right thing to do to get pregnant at such a young age but she felt unloved and looked for love in all the wrong places. Even after being there for her, she still was seeking her mother’s approval and had yet another child. During that pregnancy, God allowed me and my spouse the opportunity to raise her in our home for 6 years. During this time, her mother had twins. My God Daughter started feeling abandoned even with all the love she was receiving from us. So we relinquished her back to her mother, she became happy being with her siblings but was never given that love she too was seeking from her mother. It was a generation curse. Each generation was repeating the same thing. We continued to stay in touch and she beamed when we are around. She is 26 years of age and we stay in touch. She is the apple of my eye. God blessed me to have a wonderful son and her as my only daughter. She loves the Lord! I brought her up in believing in God while she was with me and she continued to attend on her own. This would be such a thoughtful gift to give to her with the book to encourage her even the more. Thanks for the opportunity to share my story.

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  723. Jennifer Himes

    Hiya Hope! I would give the book to an amazing young girl I know and love from my church. She is just 13 this month and she loves the Lord but I know, like all teen girls, she struggles with some issues. The nail polish I’d let my 2 almost 3 year old have, she loves me to paint her little toe nails, the bag I’d give to a good friend that can never seem to have enough adorable bags, star bucks card to my friend Hope who LOVES coffee, the hatI’m not sure yet maybe my cousin, who could totally rock it out, and well I’d probably keep the necklace because it’s adorable! 😀

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  724. Margaret Bangert

    I just had a wonderful conversation with a mom who is blessed with a large family. She is expecting her 5th child in a few weeks. Emily, her oldest is 14. As the oldest she contributes a lot to the needs of the family all while navigating the challenges of being a teenager and discovering her own gifts and talents. She would love to say yes to every opportunity that comes her way. I would be so pleased to give her this pampering gift, especially the book as it may help her determine God’s desires for her life. I hope to eventually have all my girls read this book, ages 22, 16, 11, 6 and 2.
    Thanks for the fun post.
    Margaret Bangert

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  725. Lisa mitchell

    Hi Hope-
    Thank you for the wonderful devotion today. I would give this gift to my amazing daughter, Lauren. She is a sophomore in college & could use a pick me up before finals week!

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  726. Doris

    I would give this to my youngest daughter, Natalie, a freshman in college. She just finished her first mission trip to Haiti a month ago. She was totally in awe, how God provided all the funds (and more) for her to go. She is so wanting to have God lead and show her what He wants for her life. I think your book would be amazing for her right now! Thanks so much for your generosity~

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  727. Brenda D

    I would definitely give this to a friend of mine, who is a victim of extreme domestic violence. She has endured (and continues to endure) many years of hardship at the hand of her ex, who somehow gets away with it–so much of her life has been taken away from her!! She loves the Lord and wants to honor Him in all things, but struggles to continue to grow in spiritual things, although it is very difficult for her, due to her circumstances. Throughout all of this, she feels abandoned by many in the church, because her ex is so good at manipulating and fooling others who have no idea as to who he truly is. She desperately needs encouragement and all of our prayers!!

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  728. Kristin

    Hi Hope,
    I would give this book to my 20 year old daughter’s friend, who is struggling between being “in” the world, and “of” the world. I’ve known her since she was nine years old, and have seen her grow up in a Christian school and home. But as you get older, sometimes the world looks like it has more to offer than Jesus, which is a big lie. Anyway, she asked me about my copy of “When Women Say Yes to God” the other day, so I know she’d read and benefit from reading the young women’s version.

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  729. Gail

    I loved it when our Ladie’s Bible study did “What Happens When Women Say Yes to God” and would love to give this book to my college-age daughter who is about to graduate!

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  730. Lynn Eby

    Hi Hope…Thank you for the devotion today. I did your mom’s Bible Study “What Happens When Women Say Yes to God”. And I am thrilled you wrote a book with your mom for young women. My daughter is only 9 but she is a prayer warrior and loves the Lord with all her heart. She has had a tough couple years since her dad and I were divorced. We could sit around and feel sorry for ourselves but we aren’t…we are saying Yes to God and my daughter, my son and I are going on a mission trip to Haiti to the Mission of Hope this summer. So, I would give her this book because she loves to read and she is encouraged by my books that I read. So many times I see her flipping through the pages of your mom’s book. Just last night at the dinner table she was telling us what her plans were for the future. So this book would be perfect timing, because I would love her to say “Who do you want me to be?” Thank you!

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  731. Liz C

    Since I have no daughters I have two you g ladies in mind that I have been a mentor to: C Jay & Jenna. One is in college and has had allot of attacks on her and her family that she had been struggling with. The other is in high school and I think it would be awesome to give this book to her now so she can have a great start into adulthood. Thank You Hope for taking over today 🙂

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  732. Melissa Noelte

    Good morning and God bless you! I would love to lavish this gift upon a young high school freshmen girl named Megan. She has suffered abuse since she was three years old and only in the last couple of years has healing begun to take place. I know that the Lord is working in her and her mother and little things like receiving a beautiful gift mean the world to help heal.

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  733. Sandi in MN

    Hi Hope, I just read this with my 11 year old daughter. She loves Jesus yet has struggle with anxiety. I want to encourage her to pursue Jesus in every situation. I would give her the gift set, except for the Starbucks card, that needs to go to mommy! She loves the necklace btw.

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  734. Kimberly

    I would give this to my 18 year old daughter. I think she would just love all of the items and I think the book would be such the blessing. Especially after reading the excerpt. I think it will be just what she needs! Thank you so much, for sharing!

    Blessings…

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  735. Denise

    I would gift this to my daughter who turned 16 in March and is about to embark on her first overseas mission trip. She is going to Fiji and will be helping run a children’s camp. Ally has an amazing influence on others around her in her daily life. She is never afraid to share Christ, and she is involved in helping others at church, school and in the community. She stays to the bitter end in things she is involved in often being the last to leave and the one who has done a huge portion of the ‘dirty’ work.
    I want her to know that who she is is not defined by what she does. Her heart is huge, She ask nothing in return. She is a giver.
    Knowing who and whose you are is vital for young women and hearing it from someone other than mom is so important. My daughter can do great things but more than anything I want her to BE who God called her to be.

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  736. Glenda Daw

    I would give this to my 25 year old daughter, who had very rough teenage years with addictions to alcohol and drugs, leading her to many disastrous situations including jail time. It was in jail that she met some very special “church ladies” and gave her life to the Lord. She since has been on fire for the Lord and what He has delivered her from. She is now married with two beautiful children and is a wonderful, caring mom and is in school seeking a degree to help other young people suffering with the same problems she had. She will be going on her first mission trip to Kenya in July. She goes into the places where people do not want to go to find the lost. I am very impressed with her faith and her God given bravery. She is growing into the person God designed her to be. I would give it to her, because there is no other gift to a mom than to see her child on fire for God! That truly is an honor!

    Glenda Daw

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  737. Terri Pierce

    Thanks Hope! I would love to give this book to my daughter Sarah, who is in her first year of college & pursuing an education in nursing. She loves God & I want to see her continue to have that love for Him & grow in her reliance on Him as she continues on her journey in life!

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  738. Kristin Ditto

    I would give it to my sweet sister in law. She is graduating high school this May. She has such a great heart and really longs to please The Lord, but she gets so discouraged and hurts, and often feels lonely when none of her friends are choosing the lifestyle she is trying to live. I really feel like this book would so encourage her and bring some clarity to her heart about why it’s so important to keep serving The Lord and making those hard decisions even though she may be the only one.

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  739. Laney

    I would give this awesome give-a-way to my sweet daughter. I would love for her to have the book that you and your mom wrote toghether. She would love it!!! Thank you so much!!

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  740. Traci Bostic

    I would quickly give this to a specific co-worker of mine. Even though she is in her late 20’s, she has now arrived at a “Life Changing” crossroads. Having already been delivered and set free of drugs, she is coming to an understanding of who she is in Christ. I thank my Lord, becasue He has used me to minister to her and encourage her with what Christ has already done for me! He has delivered and set me free of drugs, alcohol, promiscuity, and a homosexual lifestyle, and I am so so thankful, that in FREEDOM I am able to share what I KNOW God is able to do. I want to her have this, for her to never, never forget how much she is loved, not just by me but most importantly, by the God that is in me! I want her to help her discover who Christ has ALREADY Destined her to be!! I really enjoy receiving these emails too, because they encourage me greatly. God Bless you all! 🙂

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  741. Lisa L

    I would love to give this to my daughter. Great questions to ask of our young girls. Thanks so much for the great book!

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  742. Sherry

    I would give this to my sweet daughter. She is getting married in September to a wonderful guy that was an answer to our prayers. She had 5 years of a toxic relationship with another guy that I was so afraid would get her into trouble and she would marry. She dated this guy all through high school. After many years and prayers later she met this wonderful guy and they are starting their life together. I think this book would help her journey.

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  743. Amanda R

    Hi Hope,
    I have two nieces that have joined our family. One is a 7th grader and the oldest is a senior and will be attending college at UNT in the fall. We’ve been so blessed by their presence. They’ve grown so much since they come to live with us-they didn’t know much about the love of God and now both have been baptized and have joined our church and began to experience His presence in their everyday lives. This would be a great read for them both since there is still so much for them to learn.

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  744. Shirley

    I would give this book to my beautiful granddaughter. She is in the 10th grade, works hard to maintain a 4.0 GPA and loves her God. Next year she will be going to high school 1/2 day sessions and junior college 1/2 day sessions. College is a whole different enviroment and I want her to remember to always put God first and things will fall into place. She loves to read and enjoyed reading the young women’s Made to Crave book. I know she would enjoy “What Happens When Young Women Say Yes to God” too.

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  745. Sally

    I would give this to my incredible daughter-in-law sister. She is a wonderful young woman with her whole life ahead of her. She knows the Lord and loves him and wants to serve Him and I think the idea of knowing who you are and whose you are would be a great encouragement for her.

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  746. Kimberly

    I would give this to my niece. She is 20 years old and her parents just divorced. She is struggling to find a place in her new world and I really think this book would encourage her. SHe’s a sweet girl that was raised in church, but I’m afraid she is making some wrong decisions. SHe is a daddy’s girl that is having to find out the hard way that her daddy isn’t what she always thought. Would love to win this for her!

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  747. IESHA

    Hope:

    I must say I was and am truly blessed by your devotional today. It reaffirmed what I believe God has been telling me for the best few days, that I am to be a missionary to my mother and love her by showing her the love of God and that first starts with forgiving her. I must say it will not be an easy thing to do, but with God’s help I will do it and be all the more better to serve God.

    I also must say that your devotion about missions echoes what my friend says a lot, summarizing, if you will but she says we can do missions or minister anywhere. It does not have to be overseas, it can be here in the US or at work and that is exactly what she does. She shares the gospel at work and lives her life accordingly and her co workers are starting to see that and come around by asking her questions about God and such. Some of them have attended some of church services. I am so grateful for that.

    I also must say that I am glad that there is a book out now “What happens when young women say yes to God.” God totally answered my prayer on this because I have looking and looking for books, particularly devotions, for young adults, and here is a book that I can read. The women’s group at my church, did your mom’s study about what happens when women say yes and I was blessed by the few sessions I was able to sit in on and I know that I will just as blessed by this as well, once God provides the funds for me. So, to answer your question, I would purchase the book for myself. I am in a season in my life right now where I have a DEEP hunger for God and His Word. I have NEVER experienced this before and I want to keep the momentum and get all God has for me!!

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  748. Connie

    I am humbled after reading some of the comments left by other readers. I pray that the Lord would bless all women mentioned in these comments. Hope- you are a very bright and talented writer! I enjoyed your post today!

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  749. Kelly

    My daughter would be the happy recipient of this care package. She is 15 and beginning the journey of what she wants to do with her life. I think this book would encourage her tremendously. God bless.

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  750. Karen Long-Moore

    I would give this to my granddaughter, Emily. She is one of God’s princesses and I hope will always look to him for guidance and validation. Thanks Hope for your message and example!

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  751. Gazella Summitt

    I would give this to a young woman finishing her freshman year in college and who since a very early age has wanted to help others through the mission field. Already she has spent a summer at Gulf Coast College learning the sacrifices required to be a missionary; she went to India with a teenage group to do mission work, and at every opportunity she is reaching out to help others! She is a remarkable young woman who has overcome many challenges but has never lost her goal. I believe your book and the gift would be a wonderful acknowledgement of her desires to serve.

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  752. Karla

    I feel like I need to read the book. I feel like a teenager again; a fish out of water. Starting many things over due to life circumstances and not even choices. Reassurement is always a great thing.

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  753. Jettie Ditmarson

    Hi Hope,
    Having five daughters, it is sometimes difficult to chose one over the others. But I feel this book is perfect for Stephanie. She is struggling with finding her way in life and I truly believe this could help her to step out in faith and trust that Jesus is walking right along with her. As a mom I can tell her over and over again how much shes is loved, believed in, and how we want her to walk with God and find joy in him. Yet the pressure of this world and the desire to be like her sisters and finish college makes that walk difficult for any young woman. Stephanie has some learning disabilities and struggles sometimes. She has accepted Jesus, but needs encouragement from other sources to fully live for Jesus. I know once she is finished with your book she would be the first to share with her sisters.
    Thanks for your great message today!!

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  754. Sandy

    I would give this book to my daughter, wonderful Mom to two young children.
    She is an incredibly talented singer and has so much to offer to the world, but at times, she focuses on her own ‘planning’ rather than having faith in God’s direction for her life.
    We had a tremendous loss in our family when she lost her brother and I lost my son which tended to shake the faith of both of us. Recently, I have found a renewed faith and strength. I pray for her to use her talent for God and for her faith to be strengthened in God so she can say “Yes” to his plans for her.

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  755. Diana

    i would give this to my sons girlfriend (Brandi) who is not sure who God is and is trying to learn. she is asking lots of questions and i see Him calling her and wooing her in so many different ways. i think this whole giveaway fits her to a tee! the book, the necklace, the hat, the polish all of it! it would bless her! 🙂

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  756. Clara

    Hope. I’d give this book to my daughter. She’s finishing 10th grade this year. I can see that she’s standing on the edge trying to decide who she is, and what she wants to be, in relation to the world. This is a decision I have to let her make. I just hope she doesn’t make the same wrong decision that I made at that age….but God was gracious to me and brought me back into a relationship with Him, but I pray that she doesn’t make the same mistakes I made.

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  757. Shawn

    Hi Hope, What a good question you asked not what do you want to be but who do you want to be. I would give your book to my 24 year old daughter. She is in the middle of grad school.

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  758. Amanda

    I would give this to the young women who babysits our son. Her name is Abbie and I can tell in her spirit that she has a heart for the Lord. It is so encouraging to see young girls living out their faith. I would pray that this would encourage her in her walk and to always stay to true to who she is and most of all of who God wants her to be.

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  759. Connie Boles

    I enjoyed reading the words of a young woman who knows whose she is at a young age. I wish I had known this because I would have avoided many mistakes and heartaches. I would share the gift package with my niece who is 18 and making many of the same mistakes I did because she has forgotten whose she is. I am thankful her story is not over yet, and I know God had a wonderful plan for her life. He can take everything the enemy meant for evil and turn it into beauty that will bless her and bring Him glory.

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  760. Val Taylor

    I would give this to my 20 year old granddaughter . She needs direction in her life and God To show her.

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  761. Michele Morris

    Great questions to really think on! I would give this to my almost 17 year old daughter who will be a senior next year. She is a great girl who wrestles with exactly what I think you are talking about in this book. Would love to bless her with it! 🙂

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  762. Jennifer Dougan

    Hope,

    Good job on realizing whose you are and for wanting other young women to know that too. I am a youth pastor’s wife, and a mom of two teens too. I love this age. I would probably pass your book on to my daughter and then to our youth group, if I won.

    Blessings,
    Jennifer Dougan
    http://www.jenniferdougan.com

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  763. Lori

    I would give the Giftcard to a sweet friend who is nuts for Starbucks. And the other items would be given to my daughters…

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  764. Barbara Augustyn

    I totally agree that we need to embrace what comes our way. I have way too often stopped trying to jump on a new adventure because I overthought it or couldn’t see how to accomplish it. I have missed out on so many of God’s plans because of my fear or lack of trying. I would love to share your book with some of our youth so they won’t miss any of God’s adventures.

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  765. Darlene White

    I would give this to my God-daughter Elizabeth who will be graduating from college on May 4th. She is the daughter of my heart and I pray for God to direct her path as she makes her mark on this world!

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  766. Vicky D

    I would give this to my daughter in law who is raising my granddaughter. She is a fantastic mom and I know she would really love this.

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  767. Bobbie

    A young lady called me this morning to share what God is doing in her life – specifically something that we had discussed, and I told her that I would pray about it, and to get ready, and even more specifically the area that she was to serve in. Well, no suprise to God (or me), but she got a visit from the Holy Spirit this morning, that confirmed her direction and even more confirmation from the person who had asked her to serve – all she had to do was, ‘say yes to God’ and He worked out (and is still at work) all the details. I believe that the Father would love for her to have this book and the other pretty little perks for her obedience and trust in Him.

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  768. Marjorie Ray

    I would give it to my daughter. Because God allowed us to mature from mother/daughter -in-law status, to ex-in-laws to now being mother and daughter. Because she has allowed me to be a real part of her life in a capacity that I never dreamed possible. To love her and to bless her life, which enables her in turn to bless my grandchildren’s lives. And for me to have her unconditional love in return. Oh what an awesome God I serve!

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  769. sally

    Hi Hope! I have a sweet teenage friend who is asking big questions through deep hurt. Her father passed away unexpectedly in January. Hurt from the church during that terrible time has caused her family to turn completely from the church. I would love to learn about how to encourage her and lead her to the Lord and hopefully share this book with her.

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  770. Jennifer D.

    I would give this to my daughter and tell her how much I believe in her and that I will support her and pray for her continually. I never had that from my mom and am so glad I can give that to her.

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  771. Crystal

    Hope – What a wonderful post, it was a joy to read today. It really hits home with me as I try to raise my 14 and 12 yr old daughters. I would definitely give this book to my youngest daughter, as she is the one that struggles a bit with image and confidence issues.

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  772. Cyndi

    I would give this to a young lady in our church who is striving to be the woman God wants her to be. She is such an encouragement to me.

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  773. Melissa Worthman

    I would have a hard time choosing someone to give this to. I coach jr high girls basketball and I would have to give it to each of them:) I actually just bought this book yesterday, the women version and am super excited to read it! Hope I just want to say “way to go!” Living out your faith as a young woman isn’t easy. Way to let God use you as a light to those around you!:)

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  774. Kristy T

    I would give this to a young lady in our church. She has had a lot of trials in the last year but is keeping her focus on God. She could use some encouragement. Thanks!!!

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  775. Lisa

    Ahhhh. Perfect reading for today! My daughter commented at dinner last night that she is so frustrated with people asking her what she wants her major to be in college (she’s a sophomore)! She has no idea and I think feels a bit lost. I advise to just try everything she feels a calling towards! This reading is wonderful and I will share it with her! I would bless her with this thoughtful gift.

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  776. Sherry W.

    What a great way to put things Hope! I would give this to my daughters – one who is struggling right now and I think this would just help her so much to step into the direction of “Who she wants to be” and the other daughter is there and has such a sweet love for the Lord but still growing. Thanks for your message!
    Blessings

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  777. Lori

    I would give this to my 18 year old daughter. She will be graduating High School on May 25, & leaving for her second Mission trip to Zambia on May 28th!!! She’s grown so much in her walk with God since her first trip to Zambia last Summer. She does Mission Friends at our Church with the preschoolers and she does a girls Bible study for Middle & High School aged girls.. She desires to serve God, and it makes my heart so happy!! This would be a wonderful treat for her; she loves to read, loves to paint her nails & she loves some Starbucks!!
    I am sure there are many deserving girls/ young ladies, so, I pray for God’s will.. Because He knows who needs it! 🙂
    Thank you & God bless you!

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  778. Tess A.

    Can’t wait to read this book! I have been working with young women for 14 yrs now in ministry and it will be a great book to utilize and refer them to! well done!

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  779. Beth

    I would give this nice gift pack to my daughter, Grace. She is just at the age (13) where she is starting to think seriously about who and what she wants to be. It is a privilege to be her mom and to gently steer her in the direction of honoring God with all of her being.

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  780. Lori

    I would give this to my 18 year old daughter. She will be graduating High School on May 25, & leaving for her second Mission trip to Zambia on May 28th!!! She’s grown so much in her walk with God since her first trip to Zambia last Summer. She does Mission Friends at our Church with the preschoolers and she does a girls Bible study for Middle & High School aged girls.. She desires to serve God, and it makes my heart so happy!! This would be a wonderful treat for her; she loves to read, loves to paint her nails & she loves some Starbucks!! I am sure there are many deserving girls/ young ladies, so, I pray for God’s will.. Because He knows who needs it! 🙂 Thank you & God bless you!

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  781. Kathy

    I have two lovely nieces. They are young, but on the brink of great growth and oh how I pray this growth is towards the Lord and what He would have them be. I am not sure how much walking by faith is shown or observed in their house, as much as following ritual and tradition. Ritual and tradition are not necessarily bad, it’s the heart behind it that gives rituals and traditions purpose and that heart is what God is concerned about. Right? Regardless of what we humans come up with, God is concerned about our heart condition. I would love to share your book with them . . . after reading it myself, of course. 🙂

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  782. Laura

    I would give this to my 21 year old Daughter. She is currently in college where they seem to want to teach you about evolution instead of who made the heavens and the earth. She was raised up to know God and has fallen by the way side. I would hope such a gift would convict her heart to turn back to God. Thanks for sharing the book and encouraging thoughts.

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  783. Vonnie Kronk

    I would give it to my daughter who is raising her daughter, my granddaughter, in a Busy job in this world

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  784. Rhonda Kuhlow

    Wow! Do you ever look like your mom! I’m sure you haven’t heard that before. You have obviously been blessed with the gift of writing like her–you wrote a great devotion!!! I would give the gift to my 16 year old, junior in high school, daughter who is contemplating “What do you want to be when you grow up?”. She wants to go to college and get a degree in Musical Theatre, but since it is so difficult to even get in to this program, she is trying to figure out what else she could major in. I definitely like the “Who do want to be?” question better than the “What do you want to be when your grow up?” question. Blessings on your weekend, and thanks for sharing with us today!

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  785. Helen

    I would love to give these to my daughter as a gift. She is completing her Sr. year in high school with honors and will be moving to college this fall. Too far away from home to come visit ont he weekends.

    I am so proud of who she is becoming and that she has found her identity in Christ this past year. I have been praying for her to know love, to know God’s love and I couldn’t be prouder. She has experienced a lot of doubt about Jesus and due to the circumstances of her life I couldn’t really blame her at times. I made her the daughter of my heart 2 years ago officially when her bio mom left. My husband had adopted her during his marriage to her mom. She has struggled with her identity and who she is and whoes she is. As she wrestled with her doubts and questions, she found truth and has embraced it.

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  786. Jeny Kozar

    What an amazing reflection. I think we all tend to lose that focus and this is truly a wonderful reminder.

    I would Bless my daughter with this. Thank you so much!!

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  787. Carla

    I would give this to my daughter Tyra. She is a bright, ambitious, adventurous young woman of faith. She has worked at camp every summer since she was thirteen years old, she has gone on a short term missions trip with her youth group and this June she is graduating and her goal is to go to Bible college in England, which is very far from where we live. As she gets ready to leave on the next part of her journey through life, my prayer for her is that she would come to really know who she is in God’s eyes and that she would wholeheartedly live her life for Him.

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  788. Pat T

    I would give the book to my teenage daughter who has such a heart for Jesus and the mission field, but since hitting her teens has struggled on and off with her faith. I am a single mom and have raised my kids in the church and both of them know how good God has been to us. Hats off to you Hope for following your Mom’s lead in serving the Lord and shining your light into this dark world.

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  789. Katharine Bacho

    I would love to give this to my daughter! She is an incredible young woman, who is working very hard to get her teaching degree. I am very proud of the way she is impacting the lives of her students that she works with weekly. She has recently accepted the Lord into her life and is looking very seriously at doing a mission trip with a friend of hers (another teacher) that does them every summer.

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  790. Michelle

    Hi Hope,

    I would give this to a girl that I Love like my own. I has her Nanny for 15 years and now she is away at college and the family lives in another state now. I get to see her once a year now and send care packages to her at school. I pray for her always and hope that she is making the right choices. Most importantly keeping God in her life.

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  791. Jennifer May

    Hope, what a wonderful devotion, and what a blessing to see the best fruit of your mother’s own mission field: a daughter who writes just as beautifully, and with as much conviction as her mother! I have already thought of several girls that I would love to give your book, and I have forwarded this devotion to each of them. Heaviest on my heart is the young woman I had the opportunity to pray and counsel with last night after church. She had gone away to Bible college, but due to unforeseen circumstances, her family is now unable to afford her tuition. I reminded her that David was anointed to be King of Israel many years before he actually became the king. Although God has made her future calling clear to her, He may have different plans for her mission field right now. Just as David had to “work” his way into his calling, perhaps God is calling this young woman to just make her life a mission field right now as she works to afford college. A lesson David shared from his time waiting: “The Lord will perfect that which concerns me…” (Psalm 137:8b) We have so many beautiful Psalms and examples from David’s time waiting – and I look forward to seeing what God will do in her mission field of waiting. Thanks for such a timely devotion and example.

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  792. Jenny C.

    Thanks for this blog today, Hope! I’d give this to my daughter, Olivia. She just turned seventeen yesterday (oh my!) and she is being bombarded by decisions about her future. I’d love for her to be encouraged to ask the questions you are asking & seek the Lord (she knows Him & loves Him but needs encouragement to take His path for her). Thanks & look forward to hearing more from you!

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  793. Lori

    I would give this to my 18 year old daughter. She will be graduating High School on May 25, & leaving for her second Mission trip to Zambia on May 28th!!! She’s grown so much in her walk with God since her first trip to Zambia last Summer. She does Mission Friends at our Church with the preschoolers & she does a girls Bible study for Middle & High School aged girls..She desires to serve God, and it makes my heart so happy! This would be a wonderful treat for her; she loves to read, loves to paint her nails & she loves some Starbucks! I am sure there’s many deserving girls/ young ladies, so, I pray for God’s will.. Because He knows who needs it! 🙂 Thank you & God bless you!

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  794. Lori

    I would give this to my 18 year old daughter. She will be graduating High School on May 25, & leaving for her second Mission trip to Zambia on May 28th!!! She’s grown so much in her walk with God since her first trip to Zambia last Summer. She does Mission Friends at our Church with the preschoolers & she does a girls Bible study for Middle & High School aged girls..She desires to serve God, and it makes my heart so happy! This would be a wonderful treat for her; she loves to read, loves to paint her nails & she loves some Starbucks! I am sure there’s many deserving girls/ young ladies, so, I pray for God’s will.. Because He knows who needs it! 🙂 Thank you!

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  795. Natalie

    I would give it to a young woman named Jessica who is 19 y/o – married with a seven month old son – who surrendered her life to Jesus on Easter Sunday. She comes from a background that didn’t include any association with church or things of the Lord, and she is really seeking to follow Him despite numerous obstacles. She desperately needs encouragement.

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  796. Lori

    I would give this to my 18 year old daughter. She will be graduating High School on May 25, & leaving for her second Mission trip to Zambia on May 28th!!! She’s grown so much in her walk with God since her first trip to Zambia last Summer. She does Mission Friends at our Church with the preschoolers & she does a girls Bible study for Middle & High School aged girls..She desires to serve God, and it makes my heart so happy! This would be a wonderful treat for her; she loves to read, loves to paint her nails & she loves some Starbucks! I am sure there’s many deserving girls/ young ladies, so, I pray for God’s will.. Because He knows who needs it! 🙂

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  797. Diana J. Briar

    I would give this gift to my Granddaughter, Courtney, age 14. Courtney was adopted into our family 4 years ago, but loved as much as any of the “birth” grandkids. She had a rough 10 yrs with an alchoholic mother, in and out of foster care. She sometimes sits back, thinking she isn’t as deserving as others. This gift would give her confidence, make her feel how special she is to God and her family.

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  798. Lori

    I would give this to my 18 year old daughter. She will be graduating High School on May 25, & leaving for her second Mission trip to Zambia on May 28th!!! She’s grown so much in her walk with God since her first trip to Zambia last Summer. She does Mission Friends @ our Church with the preschoolers & she does a girls Bible study for Middle & High School aged girls..She desires to serve God, and it makes my heart so happy! This would be a wonderful treat for her; she loves to read, loves to paint her nails & she loves some Starbucks! I am sure there’s many deserving girls/ young ladies, so, I pray for God’s will.. Because He knows who needs it! 🙂

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  799. Lori

    I would give this to my 18 year old daughter. She will be graduating High School on May 25, & leaving for her second Mission trip to Zambia on May 28th! She’s grown so much in her walk with God since her first trip to Zambia last Summer. She does Mission Friends @ our Church with the preschoolers & she does a girls Bible study for Middle & High School aged girls..She desires to serve God, and it makes my heart so happy! This would be a wonderful treat for her; she loves to read, loves to paint her nails & she loves some Starbucks! I am sure there’s many deserving girls/ young ladies, so, I pray for God’s will.. Because He knows who needs it! 🙂

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  800. Davina Mitchell

    Hi Hope-
    I would give this to my 14 year old daughter, Abby. She loves God but is in such a difficult time of life. I asked her the other day if there was something specific I could pray for her about and she said, “pray for God to give me strength to always do the right thing.” I prayed for her and as I finished she had tears in her eyes. I would love to use this to in increase her faith. I so want her to experience the love and grace of God that he so freely gives. Her dad died 5 years ago and she has struggled ever since. I know God is healing her heart. Thanks

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  801. KAY PARRISH

    I WOULD GIVE THIS TO OUR GRANDDAUGHTER . SHE WILL BE 13 AND I WOULD LIKE HER TO HAVE THIS AT A YOUNG AGE TO HELP FORM HER LIFE. THANK YOU

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  802. Tami A.

    I would give this to my niece. She is quickly becoming a young woman. Her mom is a single mom, and she could definitely benefit from reading your book.

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  803. Naomi

    Hope, your words are beautiful and you really have a knack for writing. I was inspired and encouraged by your insight and the life you live for our Lord. I would love to give this precious gift bag to my step sister. She is sixteen years old and a wonderful Christian young woman. I know it has been difficult for her in life because her parents divorced when she was very young and then her father met my mother and they married. I try to have a close relationship with her but it is difficult as I am grown and there is almost a twenty year difference between her and me. I did not have any brothers and sisters so I truly want to have that relationship with her. She is a beautiful young lady inside and out and she lives for the Lord. When she recently got a car I was so happy to hear that she was listening to K Love on the radio. This would be a nice gift to let her know I was thinking about her, also, to give her the chance to read that amazing book. I read What Happens When Women Say Yes To God, and it was a blessing in my life. I would love to bless her and get her connected with yours and your mother’s writing, as it may lead her to new beginnings and further growth in her spiritual life as it did for me.
    You seem to be such an intelligent and insightful young woman. Thank you for sharing.
    God Bless,
    Naomi

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  804. Jaimie Chapman

    Thanks for the post! I would give this to a 31 year old “young woman”, a dear friend. She is a military wife, worn thin by the demands of the military and the occasional solo-parenting gig. When I read the excerpt, I immediately thought if her! She is a woman who desperately needs to know that God made her the way she is, loves her the way she is, and will use her “isms” to His glory, as opposed to her shame.

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  805. Wendy

    Hope,
    Congratulations on your book. I am sure your parents are so very proud of you.

    I am very proud of my own daughter and that’s why I would give this to her. This week she learned of End It, and organization whose mission is to raise awareness of world slavery. She was challenged to wear a red X on her hand so that when others asked, she would be able to share the statistics. Because of her willingness, other students at her school learned about this mission and wore red Xs as well.

    I believe God has a plan to use her life for His glory, and your book might be the encouragement she needs to step out in faith.

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  806. Sue Dillon

    I would give this to my friend Cathy. She has such a fire in her to do things for God but lacks the self confidence in herself and full knowledge on how much God loves her. We talk about God and what He is doing everyday at work and encourage each other. I have seen her grow so much in her faith over the past several years and want to do something special for her because she deserves it.

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  807. stacey

    I would give it to the girl i sponsor in Chile, I see her every year when i am able to go on a missions trip to Chile. yes they have a starbucks there and she is 14, who needs and loves Christ..

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  808. Anna Gonzales

    I would love to give this book to my granddaughter who is going to go to college. She does not know what she wants to be or do, but I know the Lord is guiding her and hopefully she listens to his voice when making decisions about her life. She loves horses and has since she was three years old. She is undecided if she wants to pursue being a veternarian, specilizing in horses, but we will see where the Lord leads her.

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  809. Anita V. says:

    I would give this book to my daughter Lizette, she is 25 years old and is a new teacher to a class of 24 students. She is absolutely the most wonderful daughter you could ask for. Not just because she is mine, but I hear this also from everyone who knows her or meets her. When people say someone is beautiful on the inside and out, this is so true of Lizette. She has the most amazing, gentle, tender and thoughtful heart I have ever known. I often tell her, “I want to be like you when I grow up.” She has the best convictions of what is right and what is wrong and she follows God. If there is anything she can do for anyone she will try to do it. She thinks of even the smallest things to make someone’s day better. She and her friends and have started a Bible study on Mondays and are falling more and more in Love with God and you can just see it shining through who she is. I’m so grateful for her and I think that this book would be another step in the direction she is following.

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  810. Michelle Angelique

    What a beautiful devotion Hope! God bless you and keep you in His tender care as you travel your life journey saying “yes” to Him! God bless you also Lysa for raising this beautiful precious treasure, you did a wonderful job! 🙂 I’m going to purchase this book and a few special little items like you are giving away for my own daughter. She has become stuck in the “what and how” questions in her life and needs this encouragment. Thank you both for your obediance to the Lord and your willingness to let Him use you to help and bless others! 🙂

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  811. Rebecca

    I would give give this gift to my oldest daughter. She is a 15 year old, freshman in high school. I am trying to teach her day by day, how to think about the young lady she wants to become. She truly amazes me every single day. She has recently gotten more involved with the high school ministry at our church! I couldn’t be more proud of her for doing that! Day by day, we are all on this journey together, and I look forward to reading more about God’s word.

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  812. Binu

    Hi Hope,

    I would give this to my daughter, Christine, aged 19. She is in her 2nd year at Bible School and has been pursuing a Missions-oriented course. She just returned last week from a Mission Trip to China and has an incredible passion for reaching out to others for Christ. I haven’t always been supportive of her decision to pursue this, as from the culture we come from, a lot of emphasis is placed on education and being able to support oneself and be successful from the wordly point of view. The Lord has teaching and shaping my husband and I as we watch our daughter obey HIm and go to places that need to hear the Gospel and experience incredible adventures! He is teaching us to truly trust HIm as she ventures into the unknown and takes risks that frankly scare us at times. I am now proud that she has taken a step of obedience to God, even when she did not get the initial whole-hearted support from us that she desired. We are seeing unfold before our eyes what happens when a young woman says Yes to God!

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  813. Giovanna Arnold

    I would give this to my daughter Rachael. She is at Univ of Oregon in Eugene. She has a work study job at a daycare for children of students or staff at the univ. She is majoring in English with ideas of writing and teaching young children. The reason I would give this to her is that she struggles with depression, anxiety and ADD, while trying to maintain her faith in an environment where she has no close friends or a way to get to church on Sundays due to the distance from her apartment to a church. Her roommates she met her freshmen year at Intervarsity Bible study, but they have drifted from Christian Values and one is a Wiccan/pagan. She is feels alone and unsafe in her on apartment, which she hope to leave in June. She really needs affirmation and support that she is not alone. She listens to Christian radio, and strives to keep the faith. I admire her determination to keep walking close to God even if it is privately.
    She is an Interovert, who has two parents that are pastors. We bring her home as much as her work and school work allows. I pray daily for her to find a way to meet Christian friends. As a mom, I pray for her daily. She has so many talents and gifts, yet she seems unable to connect with people on campus or even find the time to pursue a personal life. We named her Rachael Ailene Arnold, which means a lamb who bears the light with the strength of an eagle. So I keep praying for God to encourage her and help her walk on her path in accordance to his will. She will be 22 this year, and has never been on a date. Thus, I would give this to her to know there is always hope in the future, because God is already there.

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  814. Sharon

    I have two granddaughters turning 18 this year; one next month. Both are thinking, “What do I want to do?” Neither is asking, “What do you want me to do, Lord.” Before they or any young women gets too deeply into their own choices, intervening with a book like yours could be a turning point. Blessings!

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  815. yvonne southerland

    I would love to give this gift to my daughter. She is in college studing nursing and is struggling to find her self and how not to let others control her emotions and feelings. She is a God fearing young lady who has known Jesus for a long time and tries very hard to walk in his path and his ways while being among lots of young adults who have no desire to serve him. I can see her growth during this past year and am so proud of her accomlishments. Your book would be so encouraging to her as she loves to read books written by young christian women and she absolute LOVES jewelery. She was born 20 years after my youngest son and she calls herself the “golden child”. We just call ourselves “blessed”. Thanks & may God Bless.

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  816. Stephanie

    Hi Hope,
    i think your book would be great for my daughter, she is going to be 21 and she is feeling lost. She gave up a full ride to college (a decision that was based on a bad relationship) and now she is trying to figure out who she is and what she wants to be, my words seem to fustrate her. I think another perspective from a young talented woman would really help. My daughter is beautiful inside and out, she is funny, kind caring, loving, giving, passionate.. but somewhere she lost her confidence. I am really sadden and I want so bad for her to see herself the way the world sees her. I want so much for her.. I want her to turn to God and ask for his wisdon, direction,comfort and provision. Then I want her to listen for his prompting and cease the moment!!

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  817. Angie

    I would share this with my daughter. She is 24 years old, and really struggling in her life right now. I try to encourage her, this would definitly be the tool to open the door with her. This message really blessed me Hope. Thank you for sharing, and being so open to the Lord.

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  818. Stephanie Lockwood

    Hi Hope,

    I would give this bag to my 12-year-old niece, Kayla. Kayla’s mom is an alcoholic, and not always the greatest role model for her. Her father isn’t in her life at all. However, because of her grandmother, Kayla has grown up knowing the Lord and is a Christian. She volunteers in our church and regularly attends the services. Kayla has a huge heart and a very gentle soul. Because of this, she sometimes struggles with girl friends (12 year-old girls can be so mean!) and what she wants to be when she grows up. The book is perfect for her. I know she would bennefit greatly from reading it. In fact, even if I don’t win it for her I want to buy it for her!

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  819. Georgia Dunne

    Hi Hope. great post and love your heart for the Lord. I would give this to my oldest daughter who is about to turn 16, She loves the Lord so much, but I see the struggle between being hard after God and being in the world. Regardless I will be getting her this book:) Thanks

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  820. Cassie

    Hope, Thank you for the blog post…you are a wise young woman!! If I were to win the gift set, I would give it to my cousin Hannah. She will be graduating in May and is about to venture out into the real world. She is a born again Christian and strives to live right, but I think this book would be good for her to read. It really doesn’t matter what we want to be, until we know what He wants us to be.

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  821. Kathy Stephens

    I would give this to my Bible Study leader. She is a great friend and absolutely Loves totes and bags…and other great stuff. And a pen and she would be over the moon!

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  822. Melissa B

    Great article!
    My niece is coming to visit for her birthday. It’s her first time to fly alone and we’re gonna celebrate!

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  823. Patti Shepard

    I would give this book to my 20 year old daughter. She is planning on going into youth ministry, but her dad is really pushing her into business with him. She’s been struggling with health issues and is really trying to surrender to God’s will because, as she says “everytime I make plans, something comes up to completely change them”. To figure out “who” she wants to be and “whose” she wants to be first before anything else would help to give an assurance as she tries to follow God’s will.

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  824. Donna Thoman

    I would love to give a copy of this book to my 20 year old daughter. God really used the book “What Happens When Women Say Yes to God” to change my life and two little boys waiting in Haiti to come forever home!

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  825. Jamie Sanders

    Hello Hope, I so enjoyed your post today. I have been struggling lately with my 21 soon to be 22 year old daughter who is traveling down the wrong road. Before she graduated from High School she was so involved in the youth group at church and had gone on a few mission trips. I so miss the days when she was happy and pleasent to be around. I pray everyday for God to bring her back to him and I pray that she realizes that she has family that love her and are here for her. So today I tell you that I would give this book to my daughter in hopes that she finds her way back to our Savior Jesus Christ. I would like to ask for prayers for her too and our family. I want you and your mother to know that I feel blessed each day I read your post. This keeps me going, at the moment I am doing the bible study on Unglued on Wednesday nights at church and I really don’t know how I am doing it other than the help from Jesus and having faith that one day things will get better.
    I thank you and I appreciate all ya’ll do.

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  826. Robbin Coleman

    Good Morning from the West Coast!
    I love your post, Hope! Just last week we received a call from AZ to our home in OR, to please pray for our 15yr old niece. She had been having panic attacks and prescribed Prozac. In the month since, it was discovered that she had been self mutilating, purging, and on April 1st, decided life was not worth it. Her soccer coach had been monitoring team social networking accounts for each girl and saw her alarming post. SO…we hopped in the car for the 20hr drive to help in the intake process for home and extensive outpatient therapy. SO glad we did. This young woman is Holy Spirit Saved, on the main service worship team, a leader in her youth, and loves Jesus with all her heart…. is lost at the same time. I believe this giveaway would be a welcomed addition to her journey of healing and restoration!
    Thank you for sharing, today. It touched this Auntie’s heart deeply! ♥

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  827. Jackie

    I loved the idea of changing the question to focus more on the internal person and less on the outside circumstances. So many people think the things around us are what is important, but it is building up the inner us that younger people should be looking toward. I would love to give this gift to my 14 year old niece. My sister is not born again, and they don’t spend much time talking about God, how He created her and loves her. I know she needs to hear this and think the gift maybe another great way to encourage my niece to look toward God as she makes her way through adolescence. Thank you!

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  828. Michele

    I would give this to my daughter, she is a junior in high school and constantly questioning the future. She is working on her walk with God and all that goes along with it – your book sounds really interesting – and I think it would be awesome for my daughter –

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  829. Melissa

    I have a sixteen year old adoptive daughter from Haiti, she has had a really difficult time realizing whose image she is made in. Recognizing that she is the daughter of the King and has so much value!
    I would give this gift to her! The book alone would be a blessing for her!

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  830. Lori Marsh

    My future daughter in law is about to graduate from the USAFAcademy and has been accepted to PA school. While she has a long road of planned assignments with where-ever the military wants to send her as well as long-periods of separation from her future husband because he also is in the Air Force training to be a helicopter/special ops pilot….I would love to give her this book to reinforce the “whose’s you are” no matter where you are.

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  831. Wendy Hanks

    Your words today were such an inspiration of “Hope” to me and to my daughter. She is a freshmen in college and is really struggling with where she wants to be and where God wants her to be. Our conversations lately have been about letting go of what “We” think is God’s plan and really allowing God ot work and place us where he needs us to be. Being a Christian young lady on a campus surrounded with people “living for the moment” is a hard thing for someone who is trying to say “yes” to what God has in store for them. I think my daughter would benefit greatly from reading your book. I’ve never replied or posted on a blog before but your post today really hit home and stirred soemthing inside me. Thank for you for taking over your mom’s page today…God knew i needed to hear from someone who is facing the same thing as my daughter.
    Much love,
    Wendy

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  832. Kristin

    I would give this to my daughter. She is entering middle school and is navigating the balance of friends, family, and God. She is a spark in my life as has been a positive force in our Run for God group and church youth group. She has invited her friends to share in her faith journey, and they have responded! I appreciate the questions she asks and I would like to continue encouraging this communication throughout her teen years and beyond.

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  833. Dana Robinson

    If I were to win this giveaway, I would give it to my 16 year old daughter. Watching her grow in the Lord is such a blessing to me. She, at age 8, would set her dolls and stuffed animals up on her bed, then turn her laundry basket upside down and preach to them. 🙂 She will be 17 soon and I feel that this would be a wonderful birthday gift for her! This giveaway has everything a young woman needs to sit back on a beautiful day and read.

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  834. Heidi

    I would give this to my neighbor Carol. A woman who is always so thoughtful of others. Carol is not a Christian yet, but has many questions about how God works in my life and what it means to have a personal relationship with him. This woman needs someone to show her some sunshine and thoughtfulness at this place in her life.

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  835. Laura W

    I’d give this to my daughter. She is in 11th grade. She was bullied in grade school for over 4 years. She turned around and forgave all the kids that hurt her. She was in a car accident in Fall, 2011 and she and her friends and their dad could easily have been killed. The car was totaled. They all had minor injuries.

    Since then, she has known God in a very real way and wants to help others. She is writing a book to encourage young people and wants to talk to groups of young people to encourage them not to give up hope and to live each day to the fullest. She hopes to serve others and is looking for a career with the elderly or disabled people, because she finds joy in dealing with them…

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  836. Holly

    I would give this book to the 13 year old daughter of a friend, who is struggling to find herself and is walking through a landmine this year.

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  837. Lorrie

    WOWZA HOPE ! Thank you for that inspiring word and a portion of your book ! I would give the give away to my 26 year old daughter who is getting married August 31st. With all the wedding details, it appears she is too hung up in the “worldly view” …..yikes! I have forwarded blogs from Lysa to her and she “likes” them and i believe that this book would stir her heart 🙂 Blessings from winter wonderland where its snowing in MN and schools are closed REALLY???!!!!

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  838. LaDeana Anderson

    Lisa,

    I love your blog and my heart leaps when I see your name in my inbox. Today’s message came right on time as usual. My daughter turned 16 on Tuesday this week and I would so love for her to read this book. She’s bipolar and struggles daily with why God gave her such a huge obstacle to overcome. Even though her father and I tell her that this is God’s plan for you and you need to trust that he will do good things through you, she can’t see past her own hurt and self-pity. Even if we do not win a copy, I will definitely buy one for her. Thank you for always bringing light to The Word!

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  839. Jennelle

    I would send this to my niece who is in her first year at Seattle Pacific University. Thank you Hope for changing the question around to have deeper meaning.

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  840. Sandra

    Hi Hope, I gained a relationship with a young women, we are about 25 years apart in age. She lost her mother, and so did I. I went to her originally in a professional situation. When I look back I see how God brought us together. I was not able to have children. She is like a good friend & daughter with questions, concerns, that only someone with maturity can answer and guide. I look also to her, for the youthful questions. It’s a great relationship because we don’t have any barriers ~ so all the questions come with ease and the response leaves know room for becoming defensive. She is the type of woman, who with continued guidance will do good for many. By the way you did a great job today!

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  841. Joni

    I would give this book to my 12 year old daughter! She is very quiet and has a meek personality. I pray this would help her to rely on Him for strength and identity instead of the world.

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  842. Donna

    Wow, Hope what wisdom and inspiration in your words. I love the focus on “who I want to be and whose I want to be.” While we encourage our son who will graduate from college in Dec. 2013 to look to God in all things and trust God for a job, we tend to focus on the job. God will take care of that we know. While we praise him much for staying close to the Lord in this difficult day and age, we need to be encouraging him to always be his best in Christ, remembering God will prosper him in his ways and to think upon always whose he wants to be.

    I am mentoring a new Christian at our church and she is so on fire for the Lord. She is so eager to learn what her calling in life is for the Lord. She is just learning how much God really loves her and who she is in the Lord, how to pray, how to grow, how to yield. She is teaching me and is such a blessing. I would surprise her with this gift.

    Sweet Blessings.

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  843. Suzie H

    I would give it to my friend’s daughter!

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  844. Becky

    Hi Hope! It was nice to hear from you today! 🙂
    I have a 14 year old daughter that a couple of years ago she was in search mode and finally decided that she figured out who she was-a child of God. I believe so strongly in her, and also realize how the world all around us pulls us. She is an incredible girl. She will be going on her 4th mission trip this summer and so much enjoys them. I pray that God will show to her in His special way what she needs to hear from Him …what He has in store for her.
    Thanks for the hint on the question too….I am close with a lot of her friends and very actively involved in the youth group. I’ll for sure be using that line of questioning!
    Praying for you and your momma!

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  845. JoyAnn

    I would give this to my twelve year old (soon to be 13 year old) daughter. Heading into her teens years would be a great time to get her in the right frame of mind about God and herself. I know it would be a blessing to her.

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  846. Heather

    I would give this to my oldest daughter, who is 17 and will be graduating from high school in June. She’ll be heading off to college in August and will be 5 hours away from home. She loves the Lord, but I know it’s going to be a huge transition and it’s going to be up to her to continue to pursue Jesus.

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  847. Christina

    Hello Hope

    I really enjoy all the devotionals I get from your mother. I can relate to you on your calling from God. God has touched my heart in such an amazing way. My relationship with my daughter was not as close as I wish it had been when she was growing up. Since my walk with God has gotten stronger in the past few years, she now tells me I encourage her and I inspire her. She is turning 22 years old next week. She works and has a strained relationship with a boyfriend. I believe things are getting better between them two. She has two small children. She lives on her own and here lately seems to be getting closer to God. She tells me she wants to be a better person and not who she used to be. I would give this book to her in hopes that it would inspire her to allow God to use her in a way she never imagined. Her desire was always to go to college but her choices led her down a different path. I tell her she can still take classes to better her education and she is now motivated to do that. I tell her that when we follow God’s will, we will have such a peace in our lives that we will never want to go back. She loves to read so I believe that reading how another young woman’s life turned out by giving their lives to God would really help her.

    Thank you.

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  848. Jeanne Yates

    Hi Hope, I would give this book to my daughter, Enid. She is 28, loves the Lord but needs spiritual guidance. She has lost her job, is really stressed out, has major health issues and is depressed most of the time. She loves going camping, to the beach and the river, hunting, fishing, hiking and etc. She loves the sunshine and she loves kids. She really needs to let God take care of her.. Hearing it from a young lady such as yourself could possibly be a life changing event for her at this time.

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  849. Elaine

    I would give this to my oldest granddaughter who is 15. She is becoming a wonderful young woman and has rededicated her life recently back to Jesus.

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  850. Amanda

    I would give this to my 16 year old daughter who is embarking on her first mission trip this summer. This would be a great way to help her on her walk with Christ.
    Thank you!

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  851. Maria

    This would go to my almost 17yr old niece who grew up in security with grandma and grandpa teaching her about Jesus to moving a few years ago back with mom where there is no stability…finding who she is without an earthly father…looking to our Heavenly Father for direction…

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  852. Renda

    I would give this to my daughter. She is such a good example of a person who gives without reservations. She gives by serving in her church, babysitting for friends while they have a date night, setting a good example at work by not getting involved in drama and she is always ready to help others on short notice if they need it. I am blessed to call her my daughter. She has taught me alot in her 25 yrs. of life. We are so close and I love her dearly.

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  853. Kathy

    I would give it to my granddaughter (14+) whose Mom just married and is now in a blended family. God needs to be in their lives. Encouragement from outside sources seems to be more acceptable.

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  854. Chelsey

    Hi Hope was good to read your post today. I have a 17 year old sister that would greatly benefit from What Happens When Young Women Say Yes to God. She has been through a lot of trails and this book would be great for her to dive even deeper into Gods love and understand God more fully.

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  855. Monica

    My 12 year old daughter needs the encouragement of this giveaway! Friends and their drama can be overwhelming in middle school – happy spots in the day like winning something this great are something girls of God like her could really use 🙂

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  856. Pam Shuler

    I would love to give this gift to my granddaughter. She has backslidden and is now pregnant. She needs to have encouragement to repent and follow Jesus for her future. I love her very much and I will love her baby as well
    Blessings,
    Pam

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  857. mary

    Hope, thank you for such a wonderful and inspiring devotional. I have a young 13 year old friend who is a devout Christian but is having a difficult time. Her mother, who is on drugs and alcohol, recently told her she wanted nothing to do with her!! She is a really sweet girl. If I receive this gift, it will definitely go to her. May God bless you and Provides 31 Ministries!!

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  858. Shantell

    Good morning Hope!
    I would give this gift to my 12 year old daughter for various reasons. Crystal is very intelligent, very focused in school & at the moment she’s approaching the principals list, which is pretty much the “A” honor roll. But she’s also at the age of peer pressure, pressure of being able to get into one of our city’s best high schools, pressure of college, boys, etc. I believe your book will help her figure out a lot of things and may answer questions she might have. Even if we don’t win, I intend to buy the book for her anyway. I want nothing more than for my daughter to be a Proverbs 31 woman.
    Have a blessed day!

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  859. Shellie

    I have 2 nieces. Lissette(aka Sweets) and Samantha(aka Sunshine). I would love to give them both a copy of the book because neither one was raised in a Godly home and they don’t know the Lord yet. If I had to choose only one of them to give the book to, I’d have no choice but to choose Sunshine because we are very close and unfortunately, I don’t get to see or talk to Sweets much.

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  860. Sheila

    What a beautiful email to open up first thing this morning! I was just driving to work, having my morning talk with God. Instead of asking for blessings today, I thanked him for giving me THE most wonderful, beautiful gift 16 years ago. He blessed me with my daughter when I least deserved it, but needed it most, even though I didn’t know it. I would give her this book, and have her pass it along to her youth group girlfriends when she is done. She has outshown me with her love of God, and I pray that she always has a strong love and need for her fulfillment from him. Thank you so much for your lovely words today!

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  861. angie

    Hi,

    I would give this my friend who is a single mom raising a young daughter in challenging circumstances. This gift would be such a blessing of encouragement to her!

    Thank you!

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  862. Anna Catherine

    I would love to give this to my sister. she is a junior in high school and we have talked about starting a devotional group for her friends at my house.

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  863. Michele

    Hi Hope!
    Great inspiration today! I don’t currently have any teenage girls in my life right now, but I have a good friend who could use this for her teen step-daughter. She struggles with living in two different worlds…..she goes between my friend and her dad’s home which is a loving, Christian home with structure and attention…..to her mother’s home (where she spends every other weekend), which lacks Christian values, structure or guidance. Your book could be a great tool for her as she learns to find her way between her two worlds.
    Thank you, and keep up the great work!

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  864. Cindy

    Thank you for the wonderful daily messages – what a blessing!
    I would give this to my sweet daughter Jordan. She just turned 16! She is so wonderful and giving and generous with her time and talents. I feel like I learn something each day from her – mostly about grace and love. I am so fortunate that God has blessed me with such a special daughter. Jordan is at the point in her life that she is really searching for what God has planned for her life. Her eldest brother is a junior in college and the next one down is just getting ready to head off to college too. Since we home school, this coming school year will be a big adjustment and a huge time of growth and change. She has several missions opportunities coming up and I know God will show her how He can use her.

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  865. hope kieft

    Hi Hope. My name is also Hope. I would love to give this book to a good friend of mine who is in the process of deciding where to enter college in the fall. This friend has had a lot of recent tragedies including losing her father to cancer. I would love to share this with her and remind her whose she is and that our Father has great plans for her. College can be a time of great turbulence and I want her to know these truths as she is led down a new path. Although she may be separated from loved ones she can rest in big hands.

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  866. Donna Elder

    Saying yes to God can change a life! I would give this to my foster sister who had a baby out of 8th grade. She has done a remarkable job raising her son as a single mom. She struggles with her relationship with Jesus, but she keeps searching for the answers. I am so proud of her ability to overcome insurmountable odds!

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  867. Barb

    Hi Hope! Great to hear from you today! This is a great prize, and I would love to give it to our 17 yr old Goddaughter. She loves the Lord, and is heading off to a christian college in the fall. She is a beautiful, kind girl who doesn’t always see her own gifts. I would love for her to read this, to help her know what possiblities could open up for her if she wasn’t so afraid of failing.
    Thanks!

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  868. Karen hall

    I would give this to a friend of mine that is really going through a hard time in her life right now. I honestly don’t know how she is dealing with it all right now, except she says she can feel the prayers. Her father has had a serious stroke, and lives in Arizona(she lives in Michigan), she is also dealing with some health issues, both her son and daughter just has babies and she works as a fabulous teacher for 4 th graders. She works in the coffee shop on Wednesdays at the church serving dinner, and at the information desk and nursery on Sundays. She is one of the most giving people I know, she is such a positive influence to others and is always known for saying “it’s all good” when you know it isn’t. She is having to go back and forth th Arizona to help with her dad, and still continue to teach and be away from her new grand babies. I just think this gift would bring a little joy into her stressed life right now

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  869. Sue

    I have a 23 year old daughter who needs encouragement in her life. She definitely needs to ask “who” she wants to be rather than what. She is having trouble finding her way and I just want to encourage her to make good choices and that her future can be bright.
    Thanks for your post.

    Sue

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  870. Jennifer

    I would give this book to my beautiful 9 year old daughter. I want to make sure she knows at a young age who God has called her to be. I want her to know she has purpose.

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  871. Denise Kaiser

    I would love to give this to my fifteen-year-old daughter because these are some of her favorite things too!

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  872. Janine Igliane

    I would give this to my daughter 🙂 Thank you for the opportunity!

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  873. Andrea

    I would give it to my daughter, Sarah, age 32. In spite of a chronic platelet disorder since early childhood she has chosen to trust God for her life and not be bitter about physical limitations. She has said yes to God in so many ways on mission trips, and serving at church. Last year she was diagnosed with MS and it has been a blow to her and her young family (husband and two preschoolers). Through the many changes and bumps in the road she is relying on God for discernment in what to let go of for a healthy balance in her life. Thank you for sharing today, Hope.

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  874. Janet Axelson

    I would give this to my 17 year old daughter who doesn’t have a close relationship with Christ. I pray for her often, she is beautiful, but has terrible self-esteem due to her weight. I know this book would make a real difference in her life. I really enjoy all of Lysa’a books. Thank you, Janet

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  875. Linda Hicks

    I don’t know exactly. I might just take your advice of the yes adventure and go hang out at Starbucks asking God to show me which young lady needs to read What Happens When Young Women Say Yes To God. It could be like a mini-mission-trip. Loved your blog today ~ very insightful!

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  876. Amber F.

    Hi Hope! What an absolute JOY it is to hear such amazing wisdom from a remarkable young woman such as yourself. I have added your question “Whose do you want to be when you grow up” (attributed to you of course) in my journal where I keep all of the scriptures, quotes and ideas I wish to reflect upon again and again. I have a dear second cousin whom I have been mentoring for some months now. She has found herself with child, unmarried and terrified of what the future holds for her and her infant daughter who is due to arrive next month. She is a BEAUTIFUL young woman inside and out, and I want NOTHING MORE than for her to see that woman when she looks in the mirror each day. She is a Christian, was raised in a Christian home, but she is still searching for something to fill that void…and she has not yet come to fully understand that He has been with her all along. If I were to win your give away, she is the young woman I would give it to. Thank you and your mother for your willingness to shed light of encouragement and hope in an often dismal place.

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  877. Cindy

    I would give this to my niece, Julia, who is 9 years old. The past year has been tough for her, and she needs to be encouraged to seek God alone and to recognize that her identity in Christ is all that matters. In this world where circumstances have a way of bringing us down and trapping us in a pit of depression and despair, it is so important to give this message of hope and encouragement to young girls so that will grow into strong woman of God.

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  878. Jenn

    I would give this to my younger sister who is 18 and searching, building, growing her life.

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  879. velma R

    My 16 year old neice whom is trying to do right but has no encouragement at home.

    2nd time trying to post hope it takes.

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  880. Jennifer

    My hope is to give my daughter the joy, direction and good example that I did not have at her age. I feel unable to impart wisdom when I don’t have the knowledge. I want her childhood to be different and more fulfilled than mine was. It is encouraging to know that there are Godly young people like you that my daughter and I can learn from. I know that she would benefit greatly from your book.

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  881. Wendi Shelton

    Hi Hope:
    I have been mentoring 11 and 13 year old sisters for about 6 months now. Their mother was deported back to Mexico, father is not in the picture. They have a 16 year old sister who found herself with the wrong people and got herself into trouble this past winter. She is out of DT, has latched onto me and is eager for a role model and some consistentcy in a mother figure. She has been exposed to Jesus and the bible, and seems to be hungry for more as she tries to gt back onto a straight(er) path. She also has a desire to be a good role model for her younger sisters. I would love to give her a gift (she gets so few things) and this would be a great way for her to learn more about her adventuure in getting to know jesus.

    Thank you!

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  882. Cindy

    I would give it to my daugter. I want to show her that God’s way is the ONLY way and that the World’s way will only lead to trouble!

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  883. Kristin Garrison

    Hi Hope,
    My daughter is 11 and she hears me talking about your Mother and Pastor Steven all of the time. You see through a series of events and God I personally was saved through your Mothers books :). Your Mother has touched my life in ways she will never know. My daughter has not accepted Jesus into her heart as of yet. She attends church and volunteers with me and loves to worship but has not quite grasped the concept. I would love to read this book with her. She has a kind heart and struggles with anxiety and worry. I see the little light that shines in her. Something like this might spark flame in heart to know Jesus.
    Blessings from Alaska
    Kristin

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  884. Charity

    Thank you for writing such a wonderful book! I would love to bless my daughter Amber with this book. We live in a smll town and she often sees the youth not living out their faith in school as they do at youth group or church. Seeing someone so on fire for God at youth and church but then that fire quickly fades when they are around their friends causes my daughter to question how to be authentic and not compromise her beliefs. Having something help her find her purpose and where God wants her would be amazing!

    Char

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  885. Kirsten Burnett

    Thank you so much for this post! I was having a very “unglued” type of morning and God has used this to help shift my perspective. If I could choose anyone to give these awesome prizes to, it would be my mom. She is 51 and for the past two years has been struggling with severe fibromyalgia, diabetes, and acute arthritis. Five days out of the week she is typically bed bound because of the pain. It keeps her from going to church sometimes and more times than not, from even sitting in the living room to visit. Nevertheless, she is always a beacon of strong Godly faith. Praising God for all the good and choosing to use the bad as a tool to share His love with others. She is a phenomenal woman of God and is ever teaching me to be a better woman and mother. A gift like this would brighten her spirit so much. And it would show her just how much she is still appreciated. Thank you again.

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  886. Joy Rector

    I would give this to my daughter, Jessica Bailey, because we talk all the time about the most important profession that she can choose as a young woman is being a person after God’s heart. No CEO can match the pay scale, the benefits are limitless, and the education is continuous.

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  887. ruthb

    I would give the tote bag to my granddaughter who has been given a life window of about 2 years she is in pain 24/7 she is a mother of 2 precious little girls.maybe this would bring some cheer into her life

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  888. Genia Weldon

    I would give this to my 15 year old step daughter. In the 5 years I have been in her life we have had a very rough relationship and I would like to use this to help encourage her and build on our relationship.

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  889. Tillie

    Hello Hope,

    I would give this gift to my daughter, Tori. Since the age of 10 years old she wanted to go on a missions trip to Africa. I honestly thought it was something that would fade away as she got older. However, an opportunity arose and in less than a month, Tori — now 17, will be going on her first missions trip to Kenya, Africa because she had the courage and faith to say YES to God! Since she said YES, God has met each step of faith Tori has taken to make this trip possible.

    As I read the portion in your blog about your first missions trip I was reminded of the heart desires of my little girl and what an amazing journey she has had so far because she has said YES to Jesus!

    Blessings,
    Tillie

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  890. Kari

    Hope,
    I would give this to my wonderful, beautiful, 14 year old daughter. She has had a tough couple of years (7th and 8th grade is a BIG adjustment) She has been struggling a lot and I know that God is so much bigger and that His plan for her is wonderful. I would love to give this to her and encourage her to keep the faith! God is good.

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  891. Carol Casey

    Good morning, Hope. My daughter Connor is a high school senior…that pretty much says it all. I am so very proud of her. She is SGA president, head soprano in the school choir, and senior class treasurer. She, like you, is a planner. Today, she is busy taking care of last minute prom details because the prom sponsor is visiting a friend whose mother is dying with cancer. She is the student who takes care of things, so very dependable. Her stress level today is high. Not just because of prom though. She is struggling with her future. Thankfully, she is a Godly young lady. Her senior year has been filled with struggles and triumphs. She has “lost” her best friend of 18 years because she cannot support her friends’ decisions and lifestyle. Yet, she has overcome a thyroid-related weight problem by losing over 60 pounds. In addition, she is anxiously awaiting scholarship results. Although she is 4th in her class, her ACT score stinks. She is observing classmates who have not worked nearly as hard as she be awarded scholarships in the health and technical field and even in leadership because of a higher ACT score. Her first college choice is Savannah College of Art and Design. She has been awarded a small scholarship but not enough for us to afford at this time. She is feeling defeat, yet continues to focus on Isaiah 55:8-9. Hope, your words spoke to me: “Who do you want to be?” She and I both are so focused about what she is going to be and where she is going to go. God bless you….you have simplified our thoughts. You have turned our thoughts to our Lord and Savior.

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  892. Sharon

    I would give this to my daughter who is graduating from college a month from today. She does not know what to do with her life now that she is going to be out of school and has been anxiously awaiting the release of this book. I know she hasn’t gotten it yet and would really enjoy it as well as the other gifts! As a mom, I’m so proud of you Hope!

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  893. Somer

    I would love to give this to my 16 year old niece. She has recently been in trouble with the law and is spending the next month in a group home. Our family is just devastated over the path her life is taking right now. I would love to give this to her on one of the visitation sessions. Maybe your book would speak to her heart and could spark some great conversations that would return her to a right relationship with the Lord and her family.

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  894. Jeanette Lytle

    Thanks for sharing with us Hope. I would give this package to a young lady who I caught cheating in my Accounting class a couple of years ago. Normally, I give the students an “F” and kick them out of my class because I have a zero tolerance for this behavior. I don’t know why, but I decided to do something different when I called her in my office that day. I decided to give her a second chance and then she shared with me the tragic story of her losing her mom as a young girl. Then, we both knew that her mom was watching over her and that is why I gave her a second chance. Today, she is a changed person because of that day, and we communicate with one another every week. She plans to invite me to her upcoming wedding. She doesn’t know to what extent she has changed me too.

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    • Joan

      That made me cry! You never know what will happen when mercy takes over.

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  895. Sasha-Kay Clarke

    hi hope!

    I was touched by your words today. Growing up I fancied thoughts of what I really want to be when I grow up but I am truly grateful of your words that reminded me that what is more important is who I want to be. My best friend has been truly a spiritual inspiration for me and although we are both christians she has really been there to help me up spiritually when I am down, she is always ready and waiting to pray. I would like her to get this book to remind her that working for God is all that matters, I want her to have this book so that when she feels like she can’t go on, the book will remind her what happens when she says yes to GOD. I pray that God will continue to Bless you and your mom to strenghten the life of others 🙂

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  896. Cindy Feldman

    Hello Hope,

    Thank you for sharing the piece from your book today on your mom’s blog! Your special gift collection would be given to my daughter who is 14, entering high school next Fall and is searching for who she wants to be. I would love for her to look into the idea of “Whose” she would like to be. She is very involved in her youth group, church activities and reads her bible and devotional every night. However, she still desires to know what it feels like to have a relationship with our living God, to know His voice and feel His leading. I believe a book with your young perspective and your mom’s many experiences would be a valuable tool to help her ask the right questions. She may find out how she can say “yes” to God and feel what it’s like to have an active, on-going and amazing relationship with Him. Thank you! I am looking forward to adding your new book to my Terkeurst collection.

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  897. Susan

    I would give this to my niece Abby. She is 14 and has become such an awesome young lady. She has a 4.0 GPA, played basketball for her school, is in her school girl’s choir, and is quite the artist. She always has her nails nicely done. I laugh at the moment I realized my mom and I turn to my niece for hair and make-up tips. That says a lot for how nicely she does her hair and make-up when her 30something aunt and 60something grandma ask for her help! I’m a librarian and she has been going to book events and author signings with me since she was about 7 years old. We still pass books back and forth. Her dad has been a church musician since before she was born and she has grown up in church. I always wondered what she thought and whether she was taking it all in at church or just there. One year she asked for her own Bible for Christmas. She carefully selected the one she wanted. One day, I was in her bedroom and was looking at the things on her bulletin board. There were pictures of friends, award ribbons, things she drew, and a Bible verse she had written out. She gets it!

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  898. Amy Linton

    Hi Hope!
    I would love to give this to my 14 year old daughter, Breeya. Breeya just returned from a mission trip to Mexico and is such a changed young lady now. It was the best experience her and I have ever had in our lives. I am seeing so much change in her heart since we have returned.

    ~ Amy 🙂

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  899. Penny McSweeney

    I would give this to both of my daughters. One is 23 and the other is 18.!

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  900. Jeanie

    My eyes fill with tears as I type this. My daughter is 13 years old and I would give it to her. If I ask myself “who do I want to be”…. I’d want to be like her. I have never met anyone who is more on fire or in love with Christ than her. She absolutely gets what being “Jesus with Skin on” means and she devours the Word, applies it to life and relationships, …… in short, she’s absolutely amazing. I am a better woman of Christ because of the young woman she is in Christ. She is so confident in her belief…..lightyears ahead of who I was at her age……and if I’m being honest, still light years ahead of me even now that I’m 36! 🙂 (Suppose now that I say that, perhaps I should keep the book if I win it. LOL!!!) It is beautiful to see God’s story unfold in the life of my daughter daily. I cannot imagine any better journey than the one He has blessed us with and to have each other to share it with….blessed indeed.

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  901. Emily

    So fun to get to “meet” you! I love that you got to step in and blog today!
    I would give all this to my mom! & make her share the Starbucks 😉

    Take over the blog again soon!! 🙂

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  902. Anne

    My great niece just turned 16 and is an amazing young woman. I would give her this gift to guide her through this challenging time in her life. The book would be the perfect guide, she loves hats and funky mail polish and the bag could tote her books which she loves to read.

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  903. Tammy

    I would give this to my 14 year old daughter. She just went through confirmation and joined our church. It is a very important time in her life and I think this book would be perfect for her.

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  904. Cindy

    I would give this gift to my young friend that I am mentoring who is struggling with her self worth, due especially to abuse by many people both physical and mental through her young 24 years. I would love for her to have this book to help her form a new self-worth and identify herself as a child of God who is truly and purely loved by Him. The other items in the gift set would be a plus since she’s on a very low income.

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  905. Wendy

    Thank you for sharing this! I would give it to a wonderful young lady from our church who has watched my young daughters and been a great role model for them as the start to grow in the church. She is graduating from high school this May and this would be a fabulous gift for her as she heads off to college.

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  906. Toni Johnson

    Hi! I would give this to my best friend Sunny. Not only would she LOVE these gifts because she is a girl who spends most of her time at the beach but she has not yet gave her heart to the Lord and the book would be perfect for her!

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  907. Jill Bryant

    I would give this to a young lady that I chat with on facebook quite often named Jenasia. She visits the church I go to sometimes, and her mother is unchurched. Some of my BFF’s and I have taken on the “Christian mother” role in her life. She is an African-American young lady and calls us her “white mamas.” We love that she lets us into her life and lets us play such an important role in her walk with Christ. I think this book would mean the world to young Jenasia. (She’s 15 years old.)

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    • Misty

      I would give this book to my youngest daughter who will be entering middle school in the fall. This will be our first time homeschooling (so many reasons!) and I am making it a point to invest in her quality time with her and helping her realize how truly special and important she is! God has great things in store for her! This gift pack will be a wonderful way to get this journey started!

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  908. Sue G.

    I would give this awesome gift to my oldest granddaughter, Alayna! She is blossoming into a beautiful child of God and it is an honor and privilege to be her grandmother!

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  909. Jennifer Stahl

    My daughter, Ashley! She makes me smile, makes me cry, makes me want to pull my hair out. But, I love her with all my heart and pray that she would truly desire to run and follow hard after God. She has not yet found a way to make her faith her own and is testing the waters of independence. I would love for her to truly desire to say YES to God!

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  910. keisha clarke

    I would give one to my Daughter, she is turning 16 next Thursday, and he dad and I know that she has been struggling to find her identity. I so want her not to go down the same path I did and find her identity in God. It’s been a challenging role …BUT God!!!! He can change anything and anyone….

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  911. Sharon Newman

    My granddaughter. She’s just becoming aware of the calling that God has placed within her and I want her to grow in Godliness.

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  912. Sheila

    Hi Hope, I would live to share this with my 14 year old niece. I have two adult sons, so when a girl finally appeared on the scene it was great. She has been in Christian school until now and heads to a public high school in September. She’s bright, talented and funny, but as you are well aware she can be moody, indecisive and demanding, too. Kids! You gotta love them. I’ve had her on my mind a lot lately since she will be meeting a lot new friends and social circles. I don’t want her to loose her God connection and I think your book would be very good for her. Thanks for helping your Mom with her work

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  913. Brittany

    I would love to share these goodies with a girl in our youth group who has been going through a difficult time lately. She is such a special young lady, and I know God has GREAT plans for her life! She just needs encouragement and guidance from Godly women to get her there. 🙂 Great job on your post, Hope. Looks to me like you are following in your mom’s footsteps! What a great legacy and example you have in her.

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  914. Marissa

    I would give this to my daughter. She is a wonderful girl who loves God with all her heart. She is such an great example to all the people around her including me. She is just amazing and I thank God He let me be her mother.

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  915. lesia hughes

    Hello Hope! Great give away! I will give it to my daughter,but we really may have to share : ) Oh by the way, her birthday is tomorrow,so this would be a real treat! thanks!

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  916. Rebecca Kelly

    I would love to win this give away to help and share it with my 13 year old daughter. Being a Teen is a hard thing these days, and everything that would help to bring us closer together, I would do anything for. She is still in the learning process of growing up and leading her closer to God everyday is a blessing that we all have the free will to do and not be punished or ashamed of.

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  917. Amy Layne

    I would definitely give this to my oldest daughter Holly, she is 18 and heading off to college in a few SHORT months!!! She is such a good girl but I want to make sure that even as she heads off to college when a lot of young men and women are trying to find their way that God has his plan for you and saying Yes to God will always be the right choice. 🙂 Plus she has red hair and the blue necklace would look awesome on her. 🙂

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  918. Bonnie

    Hope –
    Thank you for what a wonderful inspirational message. My answer to your question, as to whom I would give this to – – it would be my oldest daughter. She is 10 and very much already fielding these questions in school. We are in the midst of a winter weather event here in South Dakota (freezing rain, ice, 14 inches of snow) – it would be a great message to her spring is here, we just can’t see it for the snow 🙂
    Bonnie

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  919. Kerry

    I’d give it to a sweet girl who works in out Kids Church. She has been such a great example to my daughter who is only 10.

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  920. Robin

    I would give this to my oldest daughter who has struggled with her faith the past few years. God has tried to get her attention and show her that He values who for who she is in Him, by bringing her through malaria, a failed college career and an unplanned pregnancy that led to her choosing to give her baby up for adoption. She searches for her significance in others instead of who she is in Christ.

    Please pray for her. Thank you!

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  921. SandyE

    Hi Hope! I would give this to my daughter’s best friend. She’s 17, and getting ready to graduate from high school and is going away to college this Fall. (10 hours away!!) She’s a wonderful, bubbly, sweet daughter of Christ, and she would LOVE to have these before heading off to college.

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  922. Robin

    Thank you for your words! I am so excited to purchase this book (or win it! 🙂 ) so that I can give it to my 13 (almost 14) year old daughter! I LOVE doing things with her and I think it improves our relationship and communication when we can get away without her little brothers around. I would give this fun gift to her for her birthday in 3 weeks.
    I really love that you suggest to ask “Who” you want to be, not “what”. I am going to start using that wording with my kids! That’s so important!!

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  923. Vicki

    I would give this to my 14-year-old niece, Tessa. She is just opening up to the presence of God in her life and she is so very vulnerable at the moment. God bless you and your mom for writing this book!

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  924. Regan

    I would give this to my beautiful, sweet daughter. She just turned 16 in March. She is struggling with college courses and what career path she should choose. I can’t wait to see God’s plans for her…and I just pray that she gives her worries and fears over to Him.

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  925. Debbie

    Oh Hope! I would LOVE to win this and give it to my 14 year old daughter.
    Thank you

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  926. Kellie

    I would give this to my sweet daughter. She is 21 years old and is about to graduate with a BS from a local university and attend graduate school. She has suffered several physical ailments and surgeries over the past few years. Her inspiration and continued smile has encouraged me. I would love to give this to her to reward her for all of her hard work and diligence! I’m very thankful to have a daughter with such God driven determination!!

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  927. Simone

    I would give this to my youngest daughter Brittany is has recently been struggling with who she really is and trying to fit in and made some poor choices but God has held her in the palm of His hand through it all and together we are standing on Proverbs 31:25 – She is clothed in strength and dignity, and she laughs without fear of the future.

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  928. Cynthia

    I would love to give it to my daughter who is 14 and will be starting high school in august with transitions in her life this would help her see God and know that he is there through it all…then she can inturn give it to her sister who is going to be 21 this year and started her walk with Jesus when she was 18 and continues on that path.

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  929. Lynn

    Hi Hope- what an amazing gift to be able to work with your mom on something that will have an impact on young women! If I were to win this gift- I would give it to my 16 year ok daughter. She is really struggling with worldly influences and as a single mom it would just be fun to be able to give we a special treat and a life changing book! Thanks for sharing with us today

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  930. Cheryl Stahlman

    I would give it to a teen at my church…she was saved in the last year, and this would be a great encouragement to her!
    God Bless!

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  931. Kim Thurman

    I would give this to my daughter who is a 19 yr old freshman at Pensacola Christian college and hasnt decided on her major yet. She has so many decisions about her future. I think the book would be a big help to her and being a working college student, Starbucks would be a treat! The other things in the package look like her too. What a blessing and treat and encouragement all that would be to her!

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  932. Dee Dee

    I would give this to my daughter. She will be going into high school in August. I pray that she will continue to look for God’s path in such challenging times. She has already set some goals for her life but like you said she needs to constantly look to see if she is on the right path and what direction she should go. Plus she loves summer and the Cinnamon Dolce Latte at Stabucks! Thank you for such an encouraging website!

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  933. Shaina Peterson

    Hello Hope,

    Congratulations on completing this project with your mom! My daughter and have a desire to work on a similar project in the near future. I’d give this book to my 16 year old daughter Zhaynah who’s an amazing young lady. Despite my sometimes being a better example of what NOT to do than I am an example of what she ought to do she’s managed stayed close to God. I believe this book will help her along the way. We’re planning some “girl” groups in the coming months and I believe the book will be an great discussion starter.

    Did I mention she loves Starbucks and nail polish?

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  934. Jennifer

    Hi! I love to see young women growing in The Lord! I want to give this to my 12 year daughter. She is such a sweet spirited girl and has been called into the ministry by leading worship for her youth group! I love that she is so in tune with what God has been telling her and she said YES!! Blessings to you and your mother! You both are inspirations!

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  935. Angela Giles Klocke

    I love how many immediately think of their daughter(s). I too would love this for my precious 16-year-old daughter. She is such an amazing young woman and it feels my heart with so much joy to know her life is so different at 16 than mine was. Thank you for your generous giveaway and your message. 🙂

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  936. Angela

    I would give this to my daughter. She is a single mother of a three year old. And they both need direction. She is a wonderful mom. But needs to get back to church and take my lil guy. He loves it. She need encouragement from another source than mom. Thanks

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  937. Tina Parnell

    I would give it to my niece who is graduating high school this year. She has expressed an interest in God since she was involved in a car accident in 2011 but hasn’t committed her life to him. She has made positive changes in her life but she needs a relationship with Jesus. Perhaps this book will help her see that also.

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  938. Lori

    This would be the perfect gift for my daughter, Emily. She is 12 and a half…we have had such a difficult couple of years…so much loss of loved ones and terrible financial struggles…now in middle school she has been dealing with nasty, nasty bullies.
    It would be such a blessing for us both…a gift for her and an ability for me to bless her in a way I can’t afford to right now.

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    • Jennifer Hayes

      I just wanted to encourage you and your daughter. I remember when I got to middle school, that I was dealing with the loss of loved ones, and bullies, as well. My parents were poor and I only had hand-me-down clothes (some with holes) and cheap shoes. I went to an academic school where most of the kids were wealthier and had nice everything…shoes, clothes, backpack, etc. I had one friend, and she left hanging out with me that year to go hang out with the “popular” girs. Then I was alone, except for Jesus who was my constant companion and best friend. He’s the only reason I made it through the teasing, lonliness, and depression. I held on to him and tried to keep up with my studies. Fast-forward a few years, and wow, things are different! The kids who teased and bullied me are now living the consequences for their bad choices. Some of them went to jail for drugs, dui’s and things. Some are still living the party life with nothing to show for their lives. However, hanging on to my Jesus led me down a different path of life. I’ve earned a college degree, I’m married and have a precious little girl. The middle school times can be so awful and seemingly neverending, but they will be over one day! I will pray for you two now, that you’ll have strength and peace to get throught this difficult season.

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  939. shirley lange

    It is refreshing to see a young person commited to our Lord. I would give this spring give away to one of my granddaughters who would then share with her cousin. Thank ya’ll for hearing and doing the word of God. God Bless

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  940. Christie S. Chism

    Hi Hope! I would give it to my 17 year old daughter. I’m only 32….so simple math would say, I had her at an entirely too early stage in my life. I was not raised in a Christian home, it was a good home, but I was not taught about the Lord. When I got pregnant with her (under less than desirable circumstances), everyone in my world, told me to abort her. When I say everyone, I mean everyone…my parents, my friends, even my school counselor. I stood alone and said “No, my baby is going to live”. So at 15, I became a mother. It was not easy. But it was completely worth it. I look at her now and weep at how beautiful she is and how she was almost a life that wasn’t. I’m thankful God gave me the strength to do what’s right. As a teen she has had some struggles, as we all do. But her heart is tender to the Lord. She has amazing potential in the Kingdom. Her very life is a testimony to the power of love.

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  941. Kelly

    Would love this for my oldest daughter! Thanks for sharing your journey with us!

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  942. amy

    I would love to give this to my sweet 12 year old daughter. She has such a heart for God and feels called to missions. I would love for her to be inspired by this book to keep saying yes to God !

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  943. robyn w

    If I was to win this I would either give it to my niece who has went through some major struggles in her family over the last yr such a parent leaving and she is needing the stability of God in her life and throughout her family life. I send prayer quilts to kids/ adults with disabilities and terminal illnesses so that would be my other option is to send it to one of the teenage girls we have sent a prayer quilt too. I know they spend lots of time in the hospital battling the issues they face.

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  944. Tiffany Brown

    My sister because honestly she is one person who does so much for others and it would be nice to do something nice for her 🙂

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  945. Carol

    I would give it to my niece. She does not live in a believing home and I think this would be great encouragement for her.

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  946. Pat

    I would give it to a busgirl in our church. She has no support and needs some encouragement and I am trying to help her in any way I can. I think this would be an answer to prayers for her and from her.

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  947. Ronda

    I would give this to a young lady in my life who is living in a group home at the moment, she holds a special place in my heart and I know with God’s help she will overcome lifes obstacles. I just sent her Made to Crave for Young Women. She would love to receive these gifts.

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  948. Robin Snider

    Hi Hope, I would give this to my cousin Sarah who is like a sister to me. She just got engaged & will be getting married next year. It is bittersweet since her mom passed away 3 years ago, she does not have a relationship with The Lord but I think this would be some encouragement for her :). God bless.

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  949. Carmen Mojica

    Hi girl!I would give this awesome gift to my son’s best friend.She would love them because she loves the beach and because she’s a15 year old girl who truly loves God and inspires and encourage everyone around her to do the same so I know she will love that book!!

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  950. MissyB

    Hi Hope,
    Thanks for the new way to approach that question to my daughter. I would love to give those gifts to my 14 year old daughter. I am always trying to find new ways of positive communication and encouraging her to read books to uplift, encourage, teach her same things I tell her and also shares Gods word.

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  951. Janet Gant

    I would give this to a young lady from my church. My Sunday School teacher’s daughter, Gracie. She’s a preteen heading into those years that help to shape the woman she’ll become. With the world the way it is our youth need all the help and encouragement we can give them.

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  952. Kimberly Yeich

    How Fun! I would share this with my 11 year old daughter. 🙂

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  953. Erin Early

    I would love to give this to my 18 year old who is about to graduate & be out ‘on her own’. The book would get a lot of use being passed down to her 3 younger sisters! 🙂

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  954. Melissa

    I would love to give this to my 10 year old daughter. What a time for change in her life, I think between 10-14 are probably the hardest years of a young girls life, at least they were for me. I want her to see the joy and peace of relying on her Daddy God for all her needs at a young and not wait to learn all these important lessons later in life like her mom. Thanks for sharing on your moms blog today 🙂

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  955. Laurel Gunter

    Hello Hope! I would give to my sister who has struggled a long time with the issue of God. She used to be very big in church, sang in the praise band but was burned by the actions of people in the church. I’ve always tried to be the example that she needed because that’s what God tells us to do! She is a singer but she is still trying to find “stability”… I pray for her daily and I believe with this a little encouragement she will see how GOD still loves her and there are still wonderful Christian people out there wanting to draw her closer to God instead of pushing her further away!

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  956. Heather hall

    I would give this to my almost 12 year old daughter Carly. She’s such a wonderful girl and is such a God loving girl. I pray she stays this way for years to come & this book could only help;) have a great day!

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  957. Ashley Nicole

    Hi 🙂
    I would give this wonderful gift to my daughter. She is 8 and loves to read and paint her nails. I would love to read this to her and help her read this. What a wonderful way to spend quality time together. 🙂

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  958. Jo Ann

    I would give this to my oldest granddaughter who is 21. She is a sweet kind, loving individual who has been through a lot in her short life. Four years ago she was in a very bad car accident ,no one could understand how she survived it, she has said God has a plan for her that is why she is alive. She is searching and this would truly be a help to her. Thank you.

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  959. Randi Barnes

    Hi Hope! How wonderful to have been able to work with your precious mother on a book! MY DAUGHTER NEEDS THIS GIVEAWAY! She is 13, and going through a hard time right now, due to her age and my marital issues and separation. I try to give her books to encourage her in her relationship with God, and this would be a perfect encouragement for her. I worry sometimes about her spirit being broken by all of our difficulties we have had in life, and she is at such a tender age. I would love to get her involved in what you are doing with this book, and let her feel more of a connection to other young Christian ladies who are seeking the Lord’s way. I appreciate so much what you (and your mother) are doing to encourage young ladies and women in their walk with Christ! Not to mention, the hat, nail polish, and tote are exactly her style!!! Regardless, thank you so much for what you (and your mother) are doing. I have heard your mother speak at women’s conferences and she is such a source of encouragement.

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  960. Vicky

    I would give this to a beautiful young lady named Myranda. She & my son used to date but went their separate ways when he graduated from high school. Although they really cared about each other, the fact that she did not have a relationship with the Lord, stood between them. During the past three years, she has asked questions & is slowly finding her way toward that relationship with Jesus that she so desperately needs. She comes from a family that has never had much & she has often had to sacrifice things that she has wanted for things that her brothers needed. I would love to be able to give this to her, as it has a lot of her favorite things in it. She also loves to read & this would be the perfect book for her. I would love to be able to give this to her as a means of showing her that someone does care for her & she is very special.

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  961. Sabine

    I have 5 daughters, ages 17-11, so I know that the book would be well used in this house! As my girls prepare to take on life outside of my house, I want them to go knowing for sure who they are in Christ. And while we have done our best in that area, I know your mom’s books…I would love to give them a boost 🙂 Cute, cute bag! God bless.

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  962. Melissa

    Hi Hope! I would share this prize with a dear young woman in my life. Over the past year she has completely transformed her life. At 25 she just landed her first full time job, moved out of her parents house for the first time, lost 80 pounds with a healthy lifestyle makeover and has her first boyfriend. She has also reached out to me over the past year about her relationship with God and how much she desires to grow spiritually. She has joined my bible study and has become so much closer to Jesus. 3 weeks ago she lost her father to cancer. She is so strong in her faith now and I am so glad god put me in her life to encourage her in her faith walk. I believe this book and gift set would be a fabulous way to continue to encourage her in that walk.
    🙂
    Thank you!

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  963. Chris Connell

    I would give this to my 19 yr old daughter, we have had a rough year with her with 4 attempts at suicide with 2 just in the last 2 wks. She has a 4 month old daughter that we now have custody of. I know that God as something great in store for our family, we were given some hope yesterday, when we thought there was nothing we could do anymore. My granddaughter is a product of date rape but I know that she is a blessing to our entire family. She is a very beautiful baby and my daughter is a beautiful young woman that has had some not so pleasant things happen in her life. We are standing by her side and supporting her in helping to get the help and healing that she needs.

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  964. Samantha S.

    hmm. i think i would give this to one of my cousins that are in high school. I think that the book would be a great gift and maybe help with things she may be going through.

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  965. Rebecca Schulthess

    I would give this to my step – sister and niece… My step-sister doesn’t have a firm foundation in Christ and has honestly swayed. I would love to see her relationship with Christ grow so she can be a Christian role model to my nephew and niece. I will always share God’s love with them, but will cherish the day my step – sister realizes her own saving grace found in God!!

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  966. Jennifer Hayes

    Hi! I would LOVE to give this gift to my little sister. She just said “Yes!” to God a few months ago and became a Christian. Woohoo! She’s completely changed, and now her desire is to see other people reached for Jesus. She wants them to have the hope that she now has. She will be going off to college this fall, and I would love to give this gift to her as a “going away” present to help encourage her on her new journey away from home. Thank you!

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  967. Akilah Pitts

    Hi! I would give this to my mother as a Mothers Day gift (although she may not be sold on the hat but I can help her with that :-)….anyway, she is not Born again but she recognizes My love for Jesus and his influence on my life. She uses me as her point of contact to God when she needa prayer, healing, etc. but it would be nice for her to hear from someone else that she can say “yes” to God. 🙂

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  968. Jayme Davis

    This entire giveaway pack would thrill my daughter from the inside out! She is a Christ loving girl, that is surrounded by both believers and non believers. She watches me do my proverbs study daily, and has been searching for her own version. This couldn’t be more perfect – thank you for writing/offering it!

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  969. Billi

    Thank you for this giveaway Hope!!!! It seems a little strange to me that your name is what attracted me to read this entire post. It is what I am looking for. HOPE. I have a 14 year old daughter suffering with PTSD and depression. I can’t really go into detail as this isn’t the place, but I would give it to her. I want to encourage her to step into the love of God…She struggles with who God really is and if he loves her. I understand why, but I know if I can just get her there and seeing the love of God all around her through whatever means I can, I know my baby is going to be okay. I would like to ask if she gets this that you would include a little note of encouragement, just a something that she sees even people who don’t know her….care. That God cares. I hope you are all blessed today and everyday after. I know if she doesn’t get this that at least I am armed with another resource I could get for her….Thank you again.

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  970. Lori

    I would give this to a friend’s daughter who maybe does not know God! I wanted to say I have started reading this book at night to my girls. They are really loving it and enjoy all the true stories in it they just laugh. Thank you for writiing it and I wish I would of read something like this when I was younger. It is such a blessing to know God really does have a purpose for our lives and wants us to say yes to it!

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  971. Christy

    My daughter Abby is almost 13. She teeters on the fence of insecurity and wanting to trust Gd with everything. God did not give her a size 0 body. He takes a lot of hits from girl world for not being super tiny. I would give this gift bag to her as I continue to point her towards her loving Heavenly Father that created her with such a purpose. This book in you gift bag would continue our mother daughter conversation on bing made perfect in Jesus. Oh hw I love my Abigail Grace.

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  972. Carol

    I mentor a couple college ladies who would be encouraged by this. I would maybe split it up between them and buy a second book so they could each have a copy.
    Thanks for sharing your encouragement!

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  973. Jen Garcia

    Hello! My friend and I lead a high school girls small group every Monday at her home. I would use this giveaway as a prize for one of our amazing girls. We always have fun celebrations like Perfect attendance, or celebrate mile stones such as them getting their license. These girls are so much fun to minister… and they best part is that we are constantly learning from them and being amazed by their love for our beautiful Savior!

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  974. Tracy

    Great blog post & a fun giveaway! i would give this to my teenage daughter because I want nothing more than for her to have a close walk with the Lord. 🙂

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  975. Kimberly Storti

    I would give this too my daughter who just recently turned ’13 years old’ and she is dealing with alot at school right now trying too do well in school and having the added pressures of people not liking her because she is a Biracial and she will tell you that first she is a Child of God, she is African American, White and Italian all 4 and PROUD Of it she will pray for you, tell you that God loves you even when you don’t think nobody else does. but I have seen people not like her because she is who she is. As a Momma I pray for her everyday and tell her that she is Treasured, Sacred and HIS!! My Parents tell her that she is Smart, Beautiful inside and out, most importantly on the inside, That God loves her and They do too! We tell her this everyday, every morning before she goes too school and even when she doesn’t. She will be in the 8th grade next school year God willing and soon too High School I just want too continue too build her confidence because it was brought down buy a school teacher when she was in the 2nd grade. So I would think this would help her and she always wants too read Christian books like her Momma, she sees me doing the Bible studies w/Provides 31 and she wants too have one herself for her age group. I think this would be perfect.

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  976. Gladys

    Hi Hope~I would give this to my youngest daughter; who is 12.
    I know it would be such an encouragement to her.
    God Bless You

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  977. Ginny

    I would love to give this to my girlfriend Linda. She has been struggling with depression for 15 years. She is divorced and lives alone. She has 3 children that are grown and all live out of state, which doesn;t help with her depression. I believe if Linda had a closer walk with the Lord it will help her overcome some of the sadness in her life! She is one of my best friends!

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  978. hayley

    Hope, it was great reading your blog. I have a daughter that is 26 & pregnant with her 2nd child. She’s fallen away from God & I try to talk to her about Him when the opportunity arises, always reminding her that God will accept her back no matter what. Right now she needs prayers, for her family & herself, to know that God is there.

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  979. Bobbie G

    Love your post. I would give this to one of my beautiful daughters. Have a blessed day.

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    • Sheryl Terkildsen

      I would give this to my youngest niece, Paige, who is turning 16 today. It might lead her to understand God’s will in her life and help her answer those very deep, searching, reflective questions of a young heart. Thanks, Lysa.

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    • Donna

      I would love to give this to my beautiful daughter-in-law Laina. My son prayed for a proverbs 31 woman and the Lord sent him Laina. She is just the right woman for my son!! Have a good day!!

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  980. judy

    Great job Hope! I know your mom is proud of you. I would give this to my 22 year old daughter. She is a sweet beautiful young lady and I would love for her to always remember who’s she is!

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  981. Darlene Wilke

    I would give it to TWO people. (they would take turns reading the book) My 17 year old daughter Gianna who is making decisions about going away to college and will be able to say if she continues to attends church as an adult and how she will walk with the Lord. Also, my niece Adrienne who is a single mom to a 3 year old and is searching aimlessly. : )

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  982. Danielle

    I would give this to my daughter. She will be entering high school in September and I feel this would be a great encouragement. Just that little excerpt you posted alone is so inspirational. We are always talking about her future and “what” she wants to be when she “grows up”, and many times we get caugt up in things that are really not eternal.{sad to admit, but true} She’s a planner just like you Hope, so I had to chuckle out loud when I read that part. Many times the over analyizing leads to analysis paralysis. lol! {true in my own life too, so I think we both can relate}. All that said, I think it would be awesome for her to read your words and be inspired for Jesus by them. Sometimes you need more than “just mom” cheering you on and telling you these truths. Plus, she’s a July baby and a beach girl so the accessories are perfect!! Most importantly, she has a desire since she was little to become a doctor and has a heart for children. I’d love for her to be able to put that desire together with a greater vision and burning passion to serve Jesus through it. We talk about this, but sometimes I wonder if it is getting to the heart. I’ve seen in my own life where saying Yes to God always brings abundant blessings in the way of seeing HiS power move in those situations. I would love to be able to pass that on to my children. Your mom’s books have been very encouraging and an important part of that process for me, so I know she would be very blessed by reading yours. Thanks for the chance to win…and the great post!!

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  983. Elizabeth Spencer

    I would give this to my daughters and granddaughter. They are young but I would read with them. I wish I had something like this book when I was young. God Bless

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  984. abby r

    i would give this to my daughter (and share the starbucks with her!) 🙂

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  985. Jennifer

    What a fun giveaway! I would give the prize to my lovely daughter! What a great resource for her as she grows into a woman of God!

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  986. DeLaura

    I would love to give this to my daughters aged 14 & 12. We have had some discussions about who God wants them to be and how He puts our talents and abilities in alignment with His plans for us. In a world where the message is so often “all about ME” I think any time we can encourage thinking beyond ourselves and surrendering it all to God is terrific! It’s not an easy road to follow as we who try know. Thanks for the opportunity!

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  987. Jen

    Thanks so much for sharing, Hope! I would love to give this wonderful gift to my niece, Emily. She is turning 18 tomorrow and is looking ahead to the adventure that God has in store for her as she graduates from high school and heads on to college. I think that your book would be such an encouragement to her as she faces many changes in the next several months. Thank you! 🙂

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  988. Nicci Ramirez

    Hi Hope!! 🙂 I would LOVE to give this wonderful gift to my youngest sister. She is on a VERY destructive path and is the only one of us siblings that is not saved 🙁 Her name is Ashley – if you read this I would very much appreciate prayers for her! Thank you, Hope!!!! 🙂 Lysa 🙂 You have raised a fine young woman 🙂

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  989. Tiffany

    Hello Hope,
    What a joy hearing your words today. And a beautiful gesture from you. To be honest, I know many people I could give this gift to. But, I would rather pray on it and let the Holy Spirit lead me to who needs it the most. Either way, it’s such a wonderful and gracious gift for whomever receives it. Thank you for your thoughtfulness and openness with us.
    Blessings,
    Tiffany

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  990. Lindsy Dean

    PICK ME,PICK ME!!!! While reading this, I realized that instead of reading When Young Women Say Yes to God by myself. I need to read it with my young woman Danielle(15). What a great way to bond by us having our own little weekly bible study. SUPER EXCITED!!!!

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  991. Michelle

    I would give this to my beautiful 12 year old daughter who is just starting to find her way in the world. She loves the Lord but I want to continue to give her tools to help her along the way. Thanks for all your insights and wisdom.

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  992. StacyBrick

    I would give this to my sweet daughter Katie, who is about to enter High School!

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  993. Heather Peters

    I must be honest… I would SHARE this with my sweet 14 year old daughter.

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  994. Carolyn

    I would give this to one of the many young women I counsel…one in particular is an ex prostitute..who has a 4 month old little girl..this woman is overcoming drug addictions (for which I am counseling her)..and just recently relapsed. She came to me…knowing that I wouldn’t judge her, but still love on her and help her. we’ll call her “A” for the sake of confidentiality. A..came to me..and asked how I was able to overcome my drug addition to crack for 20 years…I’ve been clean 14 years. I told her that when nothing on this world could help me stay clean…plenty of relapse…4 overdoses and losing my children 2 times…someone offered me the salvation through coming to know Christ. I told “A” that …”Jesus created you, Jesus can save you”. “A” took the bible I gave her…with some helpful guides…like “Psalm 91” and starting with the book of Matthew. I didn’t think she would come back …but the following week…she did and to this day…we now meet every tuesday to talk about…God and how he wants to have a relationship with her. She is 3 weeks clean and is still under the lies and condemnation of the enemy..I will never give up on her and hope that whoever reads this…keeps her in all of your prayers. She deserves to be happy and to be loved, as Christ still loves us in spite of ourselves. I would give this gift to “A”

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  995. Marci Barton

    I was recently introduced to your mom’s books and website by a friend and it has been a huge encouragement to me. I would give this to my best friend’s daughter. She is almost 18, pregnant and has been dealing with being bipolar. She is a sweet girl who just needs to find her identity in God (as do we all!).

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  996. Kimberly

    I would give this to my 17 year old sister. She has been through some rough times in her life already. My parents divorced when she was young, my dad just moved across country, and her and my mother are having to move to a new home in a new county, so she will likely be going to a new school her senior year. She is very strong and always keeps her faith in God, but I think this book would give her the extra encouragement she needs and the rest of the stuff would just be really fun her to have!

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  997. Melissa Fordyce

    My eldest child of 9 who plans to move across the country when she graduates next year . So excited but concerned for her /:

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  998. Lynn

    Hi Hope, I would love to give this book to my daughter Hannah. I believe the encouagemant would do her good…she seems to be wanting to stray from God 🙁 Thank you and blessings to you!

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  999. Kelly Lake

    Hello, thanks for your lovely post today, Hope! If I won the giveaway, I would give it to my 14 year old grandaughter, Moira!

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  1000. Angella Lewis

    No doubt, it would be given as a beautiful gift to my 13yr old daughter, Olivia Rose! I know this would bless her in a HUGE way! I love her so very much…. She’s struggling right now.. Trying to do a balancing act between Jesus and the world…having a hard time surrendering… God has an amazing plan for her.. I have read Unglued (life changing) and currently reading Made to Crave (((life SHAKING))). I’m thankful for your mom and the ministry that she puts so much into…it has definitely made a difference in this families life…thanks for the blog today… I plan on opening up a conversation with her this evening with one of the questions you mentioned.. Blessings to you!

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  1001. heather grounds

    I would love to give this to my god daughter for her conformation : )

    thanks for the opportunity!

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  1002. Jessica Leonard

    Hi! I was inspired by reading your post and love just encouragement and hope that comes from the blog. I would give this tote to my baby sister. Since Christmas she has been going through , what some people call a “diet”, but what we as sisters call a “lifestyle change”. It not only includes weight loss (she was 225 lbs and now hoovering 180lb and continuing to drop) but her journey also includes having a positive outlook on life and most importantly having faith that GOD will give you the strenght you need for any challenge you have. I think she would really benefit from this book and having her ask the question “whose do you want me to be?” will be eye opening just that much more. i have loved watching her grow from this experience as she has really matured emotionally and faithfully and can’t wait for what the future holds for her!
    good luck on your journey!
    P.s. i can’t wait to see your mom speak in Granbury, TX this weekend!

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  1003. Becky Sherman

    I would give the book to my daughter, Lanie, when she is old enough. She is only 4 1/2 and already has such a heart for God. God has already used her to bless so many people because of a rare blood disorder she has been diagnosed with. God has protected her, and she is doing well. I know He has great plans for her!

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  1004. Peggy

    I would give this book to a girl in our youth group at church. 🙂 and one day when my baby girl is older we can read it together;)

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  1005. Paula Kyle

    Greetings Hope 🙂

    Thank you for blessing us today!

    My dear friend in Illinois has an amazing 15 yo daughter ‘Ellie’. Ellie is a loving child of God, home-schooled, and about to go on a Mission trip to China this summer with her youth group. She worked very hard raising the money by herself to be able to be part of the mission. She has been an inspiration to all who know her. She loves ‘children’ and hears the calling to become a teacher. She has taught Sunday School to the younger grades at her Church. I have seen her grow spiritually from kindergarten age to the beautiful young woman she is today. I believe the Lord is going to use Ellie mightily while on her mission trip. She will be a ‘breath of fresh air’ and lighting up the lives of all she ministers to while in China. I would love to give her the featured gift to her as a ‘travel gift’ to take with her as she embarks on this exciting journey she worked so hard to be a part of. Thank you for your consideration for ‘Ellie’. Blessings to you as well, Paula Kyle~Sister in Christ

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  1006. Megan Lyons

    I would love to win this. To be honest if I won this I would probally treat myself and keep it for myself. I am a mother of 4 wonderful children and don’t do alot for myself.

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  1007. Kim

    I would give this to my daughter for sure. Many hours of prayer have gone into raising her the way God intended. And I look for any tools that will help with her journey.

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  1008. Jenny Poole

    I would give it to my daughter. I am a single mom and her father is not in the picture. She is learning the God is a better father than any earthy father can be. She is growing so much in her faith. She was Baptized by her choice last Summer. She make me so proud to be her mother every day.

    Thanks! Great Job!
    Jenny

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  1009. Tricia Gillingham

    I would give this to my sister. I would love her to have this. I believe this just might get her to get to know God more. Thank you. Tricia

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  1010. David Webster

    Would give to my wife as she works so hard st home and for our ministry. Life Rosd Evangelical Ministries and will hardly ever spend any money on herself. I know win or loose this will mean a lot that I even tried.

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  1011. Angie Niver

    Hi Hope,
    My 12 year old niece is lost spiritually. She hasn’t had the best life and she is heading in the wrong direction and I believe that
    this book could possibly start her on the right path. Young girls are growing up too fast these days and I just pray that my niece will slow down and find God along the way

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  1012. Amanda Rock

    Hi Hope.
    I have an almost 14 year old neice just on the verge of young adulthood. She has so many ideas and dreams of what she wants to be and all good. But, as you perfectly shared, we/she would do better to focus on whose she wants to be. This book would be a great road map for her. I can remember when I was her age and all the peer pressure and stress there was to do this, be that, make your parents happy and you be happy. This gift bag would be a beautiful way to show her how perfect she is already in Christ and if you seek him all the other peices will fall just where they are supposed to. Thanks Hope for the opportunity to share a quick story on my neice Haley!

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  1013. Jolynn Fout

    I would give it to our babysitter who is a new Christian. She would absolutely live it!

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  1014. Pam

    Hi Hope. What a beautiful selection of spring items. I would share the book with my 6 year old granddaughter. She loves God and everyday is a new opportunity to share His love with her. God bless you and your family.

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  1015. Erica Kieffer

    A young lady from our church. I don’t know why but her face popped in my head when I seen this contest. I don’t even know much about her, just her name. God knows why she came to mind though! 🙂

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  1016. Karen

    What a wonderful giveaway! I would definitely give this to my beautiful daughter, Olivia! 🙂

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  1017. Tammy Lindsey

    I would give this to my 21 year old daughter, Lauren, who has been married for 3 years on 4/16 and has a beautiful 2 year old daughter, Kandiss. I am so proud of the mother that she is, hard working & trying to make things better in this tough world she faces.

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  1018. Jaime

    I would give this to my daughter who turns 13 on Saturday. I want to share the Lord’s faith and all I know with her and what a magical way with a book by yourself and mother. That is a magical connection. The rest she would love to have as a new teenager! Thank you, great blog and have a blessed day.

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  1019. Rebecca

    I would give this to my daughter. She will be 16 in May and is struggling with all those things teens struggle with. I pray for her constantly and want her to be all that God will help her be. I have been in a small group Bible study that used “What Happens When Women Say Yes to God”. I saw how beautiful it is to ask God to work on you in a specific way and then see it happen. I want the same power to work through my daughter and help convince her that this world will never define her if she is strong and bold in her faith. Have fun with the blog today, Hope.

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  1020. Janine

    I would give it to my daughter, Janessa, who just recently turned 14. She will be starting High school in the fall.

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  1021. Lisa

    I would give this to my daughter. I think it would be an awesome book for her to read and continue her walk with God. She amazes me every day with her faith and desire to help others.

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  1022. Brionna

    Hi Hope!!! This little bag of goodies would be AMAZING for my daughter Madison. She is almost twelve and coming into herself and who God wants her to be. She has a strong faith in the Lord of which we, her parents are infinitely proud. But right now, her faith really hasn’t been tested like it will when she enters the “REAL WORLD”. The little book inside your bag sounds like a wonderful gem as well as guidebook that I am hoping my Maddie will pull out from time to time, maybe when things are not all roses and cake. Maybe when her spirit needs a little lift. Thank you Hope for sharing with us today!! Blessings to you! 🙂

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  1023. Anita

    Great post! I would probably give this to my daughter – who at 25 has already said ‘yes’ to God – but can always use an encouraging word!

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  1024. Charlotte Orth

    I would love to win this book to give to my 17 year old niece. She is very bright, a straight A student and likes to read.

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  1025. Kimberly Faulkner

    Love all the blogs!! Great way to start any day!! I would give this to my daughter! 🙂 thanks for being a wonderful encouragement for others!

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  1026. Sabrina M.

    I would LOVE to give this to my daughter. She’s 17 and loves Jesus but she struggling with a little bit of depression lately. Real life is “knocking at her door” and she is fearful that she won’t be all that God has called her to be. This would be a great gift for her

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  1027. Joyce Garner

    I would love to win this and give it to my mom. She is so giving to others.

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  1028. Jenn

    My searching 19 year old daughter! Feeling lost, longing for answers.
    Thank you for your encouraging words.

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  1029. Bobbie Jo Gregory

    Love this idea…too scared to buy book as it is a commitment to read and I am sure thought provoking to encourage change which I donot handle we’ll but know it is needed for Him to transform… That is the scariest.

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  1030. Jennfier

    I would give this to my ex-step daughter whom I love so much. She is struggling as no 21 should have to. She is a single mom of a 5 and 2 year old and is not sure where she should be heading. I hope and pray that she can find God’s direction for her life.

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  1031. Nicole S

    I have so many young ladies in my life that could benefit from it! And the book is totally something I would pass around to as many young ladies as possible!

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  1032. Lizette

    What a great encouragement for young ladies these days! I would give this to a young lady in our young adult group at church. Her name is Miriam. She is such a dedicated young lady and she loves God above everything. I have seen how her pursuit of God has changed her life in a big way. I know she would love to read this book.

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  1033. Susan Tuma

    I have a number of young ladies in my life who would benefit from this book!

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  1034. Jennifer Smith

    I would love to be able to give the gift to my sister, who is married w/ four children, works full-time in the public school, and works at the retreat center we own as a family. She is faithful in her church and is investing in the lives of college students in a Sunday school class. She spends most of a 24-hour period meeting the needs of those around her and I would love to see her lavished by a surprise gift from her Savior–He sees everything she does.

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  1035. Lois

    Hi Hope!

    My daughter is getting your book on Sunday for her Confirmation! I am even MORE excited to give it to her after reading your little excerpt. I think your style will be very relatable and I thank God everyday for your mom’s blogs being shared with me so I can gain wisdom and insight from her. NOW….I can gain NEW insight from you as well! Blessings to you for sharing yourself :O)

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  1036. Julia G

    I loved this little sneek peek!! I will definitely read this book and share it with my 13 year old daughter!

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  1037. Tiffany Newcomb

    Hope, thanks for sharing with us today! I have an almost 16 year old niece, Allauna, who has really been on my heart lately. The give-away would be for her. She comes from a single parent home where her father has been absent most of her life. A father’s love is so important for young girls. That’s why I want so much for her to know the love our Heavenly Father has for her as she searches for who and whom she wants to be. More than anything, this post is a prayer request for her. As she continues to develop, I pray that she would come to know God’s love for her and His plan for her life. Blessings to you, Hope, as you continue to reach out and share your heart to young women. 🙂

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  1038. Amy

    Hi Hope! So nice to hear from you! Thank you for the great post 🙂 if I could give this great give a way to someone it’d be to my little sister in big brothers big sisters, Janae. She’s a freshman in HS and is such a great girl! But is exposed to negative relationships at home, but despite the negativity surrounding her, she remains positive, hopeful and faithful to God, which in and of itself is a miracle! So I’d love to be able to continue encouraging her and her relationship with Christ through your book 🙂 take care!

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  1039. Kimberly Williams

    For my daughter, of course. She is 11 and I have tried hard to let her know how important it is to let God lead her as she grows. It will be nice for her to hear it from someone (or some book) else.

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  1040. Paige Davis

    I would give this little treat to my oldest daughter, Sara, she is getting ready to graduate high school and preparing to leave for college this fall. This past year she has given up some of her own passions and dreams like competitive soccer because she felt the Lord nudging her to get more grounded in her faith and she has been working through her faith in relation to who she is, her dreams, and who God wants her to be. I think this little “care package” would be a great gift to her as she heads out on this new adventure God is calling her to. thanks for the blog post it is great.

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  1041. Janna

    I have four daughters and I would give this to my oldest. She is 15 and I think this would be such a fun blessing! Thanks so much!

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  1042. Tresa Miller

    HOPE~
    That was beautiful! Thank you for sharing a bit of your life with us.

    If I am chosen, I will give this beautiful gift to my niece. Her dad died a year and a half ago, right after my mom, her beloved grandma. She has recently moved to another state with her mom, sister, and brother to begin anew, this life without a dad.

    I pray for her, and the rest of her family. But she is 14. She is at the point where you chose to go good, or… not.

    I would give this to my niece, Brianna. She is a beautiful girl. With a beautiful heart. Then she can give it to her younger sister, who I also love.

    Thank you!

    ~Tresa

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  1043. Leigh

    I would give this to my daughters, life happens so fast and these days so carelessly. I want them to live a life for God and with God. Starting them at a young age to fully rely on God is so important and having other young women to inspire them and relate with them is so important to keep them accountable. I pray that with Gods hand he will always walk with them. What a great opportunity for you and your mom to do this together and share a glimpse of your life and the influences you have had! Thank you!

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  1044. Michelle

    Hello Hope, How special that you and your Mom are able to write and work together encouraging others about the Lord. You are both lucky as well as all of the people who benefit from your inspiration. I would share this wonderful book and fun gifts with my neice Alexa who is 15 years old. She and her family have been living in Indonesia the past three years and will be returning home in June where she will start high school. Their family has made many sacrifices the last three years and it will be a big transition coming home. I would love to give her your giveaway as a welcome home gift to her. She is a wonderful person and I think your book would be great encouragement for her.
    Thank you for the chance to receive the giveaway!

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  1045. Sandy Thomas

    Hello. My 1st time reading the blog. Thanks for the encouraging words. I would give this to my daughter. Two boys 11 and 12 control her life (almost). She started going to a new church and the boys love it. This gift would send a sweet message of encouragement.

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  1046. Mary Beth

    Hope,
    I would give this to a dear friend’s daughter (she is in her third year of college) and really enjoyed your mom’s conference at Living Hope Church (Bowling Green, KY). This wonderful young lady attended the conference with her mom, myself and several other ladies from our church, Crossland Community Church (BG, KY) I know that she would be truly blessed to read this book. Her mother and I continue to pray that she will come to know Jesus as her Lord and Savior.
    Mary Beth

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  1047. Roxanna Bova

    Thank you for this. I will definitely have to share this with my 2 daughters and find your book for them. My girls are 18 and 13 and have suffered some trauma in the past 2 years from their dad and I divorcing and dad not being around at all that has left them struggling with who they are. Thankful everyday that God found us where we were and created a new identity for myself and my 3 kids! I still worry sometimes that my girls don’t know their full value in God (as I didn’t even know my own for a long time) but everyday I see them working through it. So I guess to answer your question I would give this to my beautiful girls!

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  1048. Merrisa

    I would give this to my sister. I’ve been praying for her and her salvation for a long time. And even though your book is more for college age girls I believe it has a lot of truths my sister needs to hear. She has lived such a hard life full of disappointments and doubts and my hearts desire is for her to know how much God loves her no matter what she has done. She has three children with one on the way and no husband. Her oldest has Down syndrome and she battles the everyday yet still continues to push through. I am so thankful for you and your mom and the amazing hearts you have for God! Hope you have a blessed day!!

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  1049. Penelope

    Hi Hope,

    I would share this with my girls. Thank you for your post. You are a blessing to others just like your mother is.

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  1050. Carly

    I would like to win this book to keep for when a door is opened and the owner presents herself. Either someone I know now or will know soon.

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  1051. Lina

    Great job Hope! You surely are your Mothers’ daughter I can see.

    I would give the book to my best friends daughter who is going through a really hard time of acting out and going down a wrong path. They are not believers but the daughter is curious and I still believe God is in the mix of this mess they are in.

    Blessings as you continue on your path as well.

    Lina

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  1052. Tanya Sturgill

    I would LOVE this for my daughter, IVIE. I LOVE for her to read books that encourage her in her walk with the Lord. This would be such a BLESSING if she WON!!!

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  1053. Allyson Sumner

    I would give this to my 13 year old Daughter Danielle aka “Danie D”. She gave her life to Christ 2 years ago and is an amazing Young Lady. She has a heart of gold and strives to do her best and loves The Lord with all her heart. Since she became saved she has fell in love with reading and loves Christians books the most. I enjoy listening to her tell of the positive influences she has read about and her take on different areas of life around us and her opinions of our Pastors messages and what she learned from it and how she can apply it to her everyday life. I would give this to her to help her on her new Journey with our Lord and Savior.

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  1054. Rachael M.

    Hope, I love that you have written a book with your mom! I would love to give this book to my niece. She’s still young but I know this book would benefit her when she’s a few years older.

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  1055. Arlene

    I would love to give this to my three daughters. Such an awesome opportunity to have written this with your mom. So special!

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  1056. Kellee Gentry

    I would love to read the book, because ever since I said yes to God and gave everything over to Him my life has been transformed.

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  1057. Michele Storms

    Thank you for your message today. I would give the book to my 15 year old granddaughter, Janessa. She is such a blessing to me & has a heart for God. She only gets to attend church when she goes with me which isn’t very often. I know she would treasure the book. She loves Christian music & I buy her devotionals that she picks out.

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  1058. Nicole

    I would definitely read this with my daughter 🙂 and paint both of our piggies 😉

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  1059. SUSAN ADAMS

    I would love to give it to my daughter. My desire for my daughter is to always put God first, everything else will fall into place!! Loved the post!!

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  1060. Courtney Osborne

    I would give this to my 18 year old stepdaughter. She has lived with her dad and I since she was 13, as we got custody of her right before we were married. She is such a strong Christian girl despite what she has been through in her young teenage life. She holds fast in the Lord and stands out in the crowd at school because she is a “God girl”…. I would LOVE to be able to give this to her 🙂

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  1061. Lisa

    On of my deepest prayers is that one day my two daughters will have the kind of relationship with God like you do. I’m trying to show them the way but I feel like I missed my opportunity.

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  1062. Cindy Deer

    Hi Hope you blessed me so much this morning. I can’t tell you how you just touched something in my heart …amazing how changing one word “what” to “who” can make all the difference in the world! Who to I want to be when I grow up! I just spent twelve years living in group homes raising at risk youth. Last few with all girls! Wish I could have asked them “who do you want to be when you grow up!” They where having so many problems just getting through each week they could not tell you what they wanted to be but I know they would have been able to visualize Who they wanted to be!!! There is a 13 year old beautiful loving girl in our church that comes from a broken home. She has a smile to melt your heart and she spends time hugging all the elderly people of the church each service. I would give her the book! “What happens when a young woman says yes to God,” would be such a blessing to this young lady, I can see her doing missions and changing the world. I just hope she sees how special she truly is to the people lives she touches. Thank you again Hope for saying yes to God!!!

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  1063. Billie Jo

    Saying “Yes” to God usually means leaving my comfort zone! But then again, isn’t that God’s way—loving me enough to move me forward and keep me from getting stuck in the comfortable and familiar? The further out of my comfort zone He pushes me, the more fear creeps in, and then the more faith in Him I have to rely on to conquer those fears! To God be the Glory for chiseling me into the fearless woman He created me to be!

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  1064. Carolyn Meffert

    The women’s group at my church did the Bible study, When Women Say Yes to God! I go to Ridgedale Baptist Church in Chattanooga, Tennessee! I think that if I won this book I would give it to my friend Geneva at work, because I think she could really use it! Thanks! Keep up the good work! May God Bless you and your family always!

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  1065. Cara M

    I would give it to a friend a work.

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  1066. Laura hudgens

    Would love this ::))

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  1067. Jennifer Chappell

    Love the blog and looking forward to reading this book with our teen girls! I serve along side my husband who is a youth pastor. I would give this bag of awesome items to one of our middle school girls who is going to be a great lady of God one day! She truly is an amazing young lady inside and out!

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  1068. Billie Jo

    I would give it to a young college friend 🙂

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  1069. Marlena Karjala

    I would give it to my oldest daughter, Oksana, BC she has been the best example for me and my other children in serving God her whole life! She has taught me better than I have taught her!

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  1070. Teri Morse

    I would give to my daughter, Makenzie (16). We have a tough couple years with divorce, changing schools, and our relationship. She is a strong willed young lady and I know is trying to handle matters on her own. This might encourage her to let go and Let God.

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  1071. Aundraya

    I would love to give this to my best friends adopted daughter. She is 15, suffers from reactive attachment disorder and a list of other issues to long to mention. She does not know the Lord and I really truly believe her life would be brighter and more positive if she read this book, and the other items would just be fabulous bonuses!!!

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  1072. Sue Beaver

    I love the books you and your daughter writes. I would definitely give this to my sister-n-law, who, since Feb 5, 2013 has been at Tulane in New Orleans with my 17 year old nephew who was diagnosed with ALL/NK leukemia. He is going through very intense chemo and she has not left his side. This would her get through each day. They have been reading scriptures together and this has helped them to stay strong and not give up.

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  1073. Kelly Filipowicz

    Thanks for taking over today! What a great post! I would be so grateful to be able to give this to my friend Andrea that I adore and always makes time to listen. Maybe the Starbucks gift card would provide a little quality time for us:)

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  1074. Lori Carter

    I would give this to Kim Lowry Werner. I accidentally came across her on facebook today. She is a friend of a friend and doesn’t know me. However, her page is public, so I was able to read (and see pictures) about the trials she has faced over the last two years. Two years ago today, her husband and youngest son were in a horrible car wreck. Her husband was given a 20% chance to live, but miraculously lived. He has serious ongoing health problems and is still having surgeries. She posted that she had a garage sale and was so excited that she had earned enough to get her hair done. That broke my heart. I don’t even think twice about getting my hair done….or any other needs, for that matter. I would love to have you send this directly to her with no mention of me, because she doesn’t know me anyway. If you read through her facebook wall, you will see that she is the most amazing, godly, loving, loyal, Christian woman. Truly a Proverbs 31 woman.

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  1075. Rebecca S

    I would give this to my daughter Elizabeth who is becoming a young woman before I am ready for her to! Being a young woman is so much different now than it was when I was her age, different challenges, different temptations, different everything. I pray Jesus’s love will guide her way through her days as she navigates this next path in her young life.

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  1076. Marie Clement

    I would give this to my cousin. She doesn’t know God, but due to the death of my mom, I have had a window open for me talk to her about faith and God. She is a beautiful girl who has a bright future and I hope she starts allowing God to lead her.

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  1077. Chandler

    Hope, this is awesome! I believe I would share this among my girlfriends, my sisters in Christ, whom work so hard in the Kingdom of God. Because truthfully, each little gift would fit each of their personalities! Blessings, and again, great job, Chandler

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  1078. Stephanie Gil

    I would LOVE to give this to my amazing daughter who is a freshman at University of West GA! She’s an awesome Jesus girl and a Starbucks junkie haha and I would love to bless her since she’s 500 miles away from family! 🙂

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  1079. Millisa Wiseman

    What a nice gift! I would give this to my daughter to let her know that I am so proud of her for being such an amazing person. She works so hard at everything she does and has such a big & caring heart.

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  1080. Becky

    I’d love to share this with two beautiful daughters who are my miracles when I was in despair all I had was my faith and hope in God. They remind me daily to count my blessings and to never lose HOPE!

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  1081. Holly Willwerth

    I would give this to my daughter, (aslo named) Hope. She’s just 9, but she’s already too old to be little and to little to be “older”. I think she would really enjoy sitting on the beach with me and reading your book. It would be a great way for us to spend time together, and for her to learn it’s okay to be just exactly who she is because that’s how God made her. 🙂

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  1082. renda

    My BFF Sarah at college ! She is amazing and has been trying to find her place in ministry.

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  1083. Gina Medley

    Awesome blog post and giveaway! My daughter, Sabrina, just turned 17. Last summer she too chose to take her first mission trip to Haiti. She is now trying to decide on her college and future as she finishes up her junior year! I pray everyday that she continues to put God first in her decision making and lifelong journey in life! She has a passion for reading and I continue to support that by providing new and exciting reading material for her! I would love to receive this book!

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  1084. Teresa

    My daughter and I just returned from our missions trip, We both had a life changing experience in Peru. I would love for my daughter to receive this book, the Lord is working in her heart and faith is growing every day. She has dedicated her life to the Lord and through prayer and seaching Him, she know He is leading her to become a missionary.

    Teresa

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  1085. Grace

    I would love to give this to a teen girl I am mentoring. She just really gave her life to Christ in February and I had the privilegonly walking along side her in the process. She and I have a very special bond and I am trying to help support her in this new journey. I would love to surprise her with this book and gift package!
    God Bless!

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  1086. carrie lawson

    I would share this with my three younger sisters 🙂

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  1087. Leah

    Hi I would love to give this to my sister in law. She is 16 and has had a rough time growing up. Her Dad died a few months before she was born and now her step dad passed away a lil over a year ago. She has never known a Fathers Love and I think this book would be an encouragement to her to choose the right direction in life!

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  1088. Mary Jo Oliver

    I would share this gift with my nieces. Sisters who have daughters who would benefit greatly from reading this book. But I think I would read it first…I have grand daughters who are still very young, but time seems to fly these days.

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  1089. Brittany Lancaster

    Hi Hope! Thank you for your encouragement! I would give this to a young lady who we know through our mentors at church. She is their granddaughter. She has so much potential to be a mighty woman of God but right now, she’s 21 with a 2 year old and a new 7 month old set of twins and she’s having a hard time. My husband and I try helping her as much as we can, encouraging her as much as possible when she just feels like giving up or keeping the babies when we can. She has no job and no car and some days are just simply tough trying to balance 3 babies and keep her sanity with little interaction with anyone else. I think this book would be perfect for her. I keep telling her to trust in God and keep pushing forward…I really wish I could help her more!

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  1090. Terrie B

    I would love to give this to my daughter Hannah. She is just finishing up her first year in college and has been overwhelmed at times due to working 35 hours a week and trying to keep up with her fulltime schedule at school. I am so proud of the young woman she is growing into. She recently shared with me (not easy for her to do) how she could feel and see God’s plan for her and she was so excited about the decisions she was making because she felt God confirming them for her!!! Makes me just cry with pride and joy!

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  1091. debbie Pete

    There are two sisters at my church that I love dearly. They are lovely teenagers who love the Lord and I can’t wait to see what He is going to do with them.

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  1092. Elaine

    What a joy to read how you took the leap of faith to go on a mission’s trip. Praise God! I would present the giveaway to my sweet granddaughter who graduated from high school last year and will complete her Beauty School training in a few months. She is contemplating where to live, perhaps several hours away from her family home. I pray that God will guide her, and I think your book would be instrumental in her decision-making.

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  1093. Donna

    I would give this to my daughter. She is presently going through a really difficult time in her life. With the challenges she is facing, she is often tempted to just give up. I have encouraged her to give it all to God. She is a believer, but right now her faith is being challenged to give her current situation to God. I believe this gift would speak volumes in her life. That you can really trust God with *everything* and when you do trust Him and give it to Him…you can relax and rest in His goodness….like you would on a nice Spring day!

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  1094. Bethany

    I would give this to my mom. She is such an encouragement to me, especially now with a situation going on in her life. She has so such grace trough it all and all we are doing is trusting God and leaning on him. She would so enjoy this little goodie!

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  1095. Brenda Johnson

    I would give this to my 16 year old daughter,She is doing so wonderful,but life is very stressful and high school is very hard and challenging for her, she has her faith and wonderful friends. I know she would benefit from your book and share with others….Thank you for all you do.Blessings<3

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  1096. Melissa

    I would definitely give this to my niece – Breanna! She is in high school and is struggling with who she is. Her mom (my husband’s sister) has turned away from our family and she is not a good example for her daughters. I pray for my niece that she can see past what her mom does and turn to God for direction. I wish they lived closer to us so I could be there for her more.

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  1097. melissa mayo

    well i would have to say i would give this to my daughter , she is growing up so fast and has so many questions , at times i feel so unprepared to answer, she loves God but at times is so unsure of herself , thanks for listening , God bless

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  1098. Gwen Stanley

    I would give this to my beautiful daughters (18 nod 20). The tote and necklace for one, hat and nail polish for the other, the Starbucks card to use together and the book to share. They are at such difficult ages…no longer children and not yet really adults. I know this book would be a blessing to them both.

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  1099. Karen Coleman

    I would give this to my best friend. She has had issues with understanding and knowing who she is and who she belongs too. Trying to find her identity in things, people, relationships and even parents. Sometimes we get caught up in what others may think and trying to please everyone except God who has a purpose and plan for us if we allow him to move in our lives. I think she would benefit hearing it from someone other than me 🙂
    Thank you for sharing
    Blessings
    Karen 🙂

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  1100. Debbie

    OMG – Lysa you must be extremely proud of your daughter! Hope you are not only an Godly inspiration to young ladies…but to this old 50+ lady also!! God is doing and will continue to do great things through you:) Who would I give this prize to? Well several young ladies come to mind … I have my daughter (27) and not serving God, I have tons of neices, and I teach pre-teen girls at church…I think that in the future I will be purchasing several books, because they will make birthday gifts:) Thanks for sharing your sweet sweet spirit with us! I look forward to more from you! Blessings to you and your beautiful mom.

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  1101. JJ Snyder

    I would give this to my daughter, Blaire. She and I are both going on our very first mission trip to Haiti in November. She will be a junior in high school and could very much use your advice. We are relocating to another state this summer so she will have to start the school year in a new school district after living in the same town her entire life. She is an avid reader so I’m sure she would love your book. If I’m not lucky enough to win it, your book will definitely be in her Christmas stocking. Thank you for the gift of sharing your experiences with young women. This generation needs more young women living in Christ and you are a wonderful example!

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  1102. Joie Schauer

    Wow, I love reading about your Mom’s new book, she is such an inspiration. I can’t wait to read it myself. I would probably split this gift up to give a little “surprise” to many. My main focus is always on the girls (and boys) in my life and how to help them see exactly what you said, Who do you want to be?
    God cover you with rich blessings.
    Joie

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  1103. Kristen D

    I would give this to my sweet 12 year old daughter. I am proud she continues to be God’s Girl even as the world is throwing some very hard stuff her way right now.

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  1104. Jodi

    Wow, that is powerful! Nobody even asked me “what” I wanted to be when I grew up! Let alone, who and whose! I definetely would give this to my 13 year old daughter. This year has been a year of change for her – new school, making new friends. It’s been tough on her and on me! Junior high – need I say more?! Anyway, it would be awesome for her to have this book and to really ask herself who and whose she wants to be. It’s never to early! She is a very focused young lady, but has let fitting in get the best of her. I’d love to use this resource to help her get focused on Him and not let the world choke her of being her.

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  1105. Connie Pratt

    Thank you. I would give these to my daughter. She is a stay at home wife & mom of two beautiful adopted children. She is a very strong gal but she struggles daily with many physical problems. She is so strong in her witness & shares with everyone their need to know Jesus. Her desire it to give all to God. She encourages me & all those she meets. She ministers in so many ways.

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  1106. Judy Davis

    God has used you to change my life through your books and blogs ~~ I am so excited to be able to see you in person in May at Las Vegas ! It will be a Mother and Daughter event for me. My wonderful daughter will be with me. I would love to win the gift set !

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  1107. Keith Dozier

    Learning why it is important to say “yes” to the Lord and “no” to the things that lead us away from Him is vitally important. Thanks for writing this. I wish I would have had good advice like this when I were a young woman.

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  1108. Jenny

    I would give this to a girl named Jenna. She is one of the teens in the youth group that I work with and I know she struggles a lot with outside influences from her peers and what others think of her. I want her to know that as long as she is following and listening to Gods voice then she will be on the right path. She is graduating high school this year and is at a place in her life where she will need to be making some pretty big decisions.

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  1109. Jennifer Parker

    Hi Hope! I think you & your Mom are wonderful leaders for God! Thank you. I would definitely give this gift to my little sister. She is 18 years old and already an amazing young woman but it never hurts to have MORE of the Word of God & great words from followers poured into your heart & mind as well!

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  1110. Valerie L

    I would give it to my daughters to share. They’re twins!!

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  1111. Misty Harper-Anderson

    This is a precious, precious post! It must be a great-mom-moment for your mama!

    I would give this to my daughter, Sydney, who is turning 16 next week. When asked the question, “What will you do after high school?” she doesn’t know how to answer. I love that you are focusing are who you are in God. That is also where I would like to see her focus her thoughts and prayers.

    She is a beautiful child who has struggled with anxiety and worry. She is tender hearted, kind, and compassionate. I’ve watched her grow over the past year into this young woman who has an increasing passion for God. She has become a mentor for middle school girls at our church.

    I want her to be able to see herself through the eyes of Christ.

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  1112. Lisa

    I would give this to my sweet friend who recently opened her own business. Her main goal is to lift up, encourage, and support other women. She also has two young daughters and I am sure this book would be great for them! I hope I win so I can share the love!

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  1113. Melody Shaver

    It’s funny, as I was scrolling down my facebook page I came across this blog….I have 2 daughters, one who just turned 20 and the other one is soon to be turning 22. As I looked over the list of things included in your give-a-way, I thought of how some of the things were just perfect for one and somethings were just perfect for the other one. So, I can see this particular gift (if I am chosen) would be very well shared between sisters. They would each get to read the book and I am sure it would stir some great conversation within our home!!!! Thank you for this wonderful way of reaching out to others.
    Melody

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  1114. Julie McKenzie

    Oh, I would give this to my just-turned-twelve year old daughter! She accepted Christ 3 years ago, & is growing into a very fine young girl. My passion is to see her with such a radiant confidence in the Lord’s love for her that others can’t help but be drawn to Christ because of her. Gosh, that’s a passion for myself too!

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  1115. Shelley

    I would give this to my sister. She just recently got engaged and as she enters this new chapter in her life with all that comes with marriage, this would be a great book for her to read, and a fun gift to celebrate her engagement!:)

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  1116. Kari Tate

    I would give this to my wonderful mother for Mother;s Day! Thanks and God Bless

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  1117. Heather

    What a blessing to hear from you today. Beautiful words, faithful heart. I would love for my daughter Madison to win your giveaway. Madison is new in her faith and as she listens weekly to Pastor Steven’s messages and shares with her egroup, I see her growing and strengthening in her faith walk. Raising middle school girls isn’t easy these days, but it is refreshing to see such a great example in you.

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  1118. Amy

    It has always been my goal to raise my daughter to not be like I was growing up. Now that she is getting older I get so nervous that I am failing in this. I would love to win this gift for her not only to show her I was thinking of her and love her but to get God in her thoughts everyday. I often worry she is falling away from him through some of her behaviors and when she is reading a good read like this it helps her to stay focused on him. God Bless both of you for this book and I thank you so much.

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  1119. Ashlyn H.

    What an encouraging post! I would give this to my sister (17yr old) who is graduating High School this year. I would love for her not to struggle with the “Whats” and Worry like I did but to focus on “to Whom” we belong. I struggled feeling like I was the only person in our state that didn’t know exactly what I should do with my life after graduation. I knew that I wanted God to lead me and not just jump into to college to say I was going. It took me a while to learn that we were never meant to know every detail of our lives from the moment we graduated high school. Our “5 year plan” could be wonderfully and drastically changed if we just handed it over to God without holding back. Realizing that it’s not all about me but it’s about He who lives in me. Seeing my sister grow in her walk with the Lord blesses my heart beyond words and that’s why it would be awesome to give this to her. To figure these truths out before worry sets in. ~Ashlyn

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  1120. Gabrielle

    I would love to win this and have the opportunity to gift it to my sweet 12-year-old daughter.

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  1121. robin quick

    Hi Hope,
    Thank you for your encouraging words. I would give this package to one of my two daughters. My oldest is 19, her name is Lindsey and is in college full time to be a special education teacher. She also works about 20 – 30 hrs. weekly. She is very sweet and has a marvelous work ethic but I am questioning where her relationship is with the Lord at present because she works on Sundays and is in the world working and going to school.

    My younger daughter is 17, her name is Meghan and she is a junior in highschool. She has a heart for the Lord and is searching for what college and career to pursue. The decisions are overwhelming and she doesn’t have good friends with like beliefs to hang out with or talk to. So, although, I love to spend time with her, she would love to have a Christian friend to hang out with instead of Mom all the time.

    Both of my girls are wonderful and so I would choose one of them.

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  1122. Michelle

    I would give this to my friend Anne who is such an inspiration to me. We are currently reading the book ‘Unglued’ by your Mom. We read a chapter each week & then meet for lunch for discussion and building each other up.

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  1123. Sharon Serrrano

    Awesome. I think young girls need this type of encouragement. I would totally give this to my oldest daughter Alycia who will be 17 in 2 weeks. She still in that age of figuring out the benefits of serving God and looking different from the world.

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  1124. Debbie B

    I would give this to my niece who is living on the mission field with her parents and younger sisters. She’ll be 15 this summer.

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  1125. Laura Pratt

    I don’t have any daughters. But there is a young girl at my church who would love this. She needs the encouragement that she does not get at home. She brings herself to church or asks others to pick her up and she has even been known to walk.

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  1126. Jamie

    Hi! What an awesome post, thanks for sharing! I would give this to my niece who is in her first year of college!

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  1127. Sherrye Veselak

    I would give this to my daughter BC a she often goes against the crowd to follow Jesus! She’s brave, smart, funny and very beautiful! I want her to know God has a mighty plan for her no matter what she faces in life!

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  1128. Michelle

    I would give this to a younger friend of mine who is about to graduate from high school. I want her to always be encouraged to keep her eyes on God and follow His leading. I believe she is off to a good start, but I know she will need all the encouragement she can get along the way!

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  1129. Debby

    I would give this to my daughter because I love her!

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  1130. Jeannette Pierce

    I would give it ro my daughter Gabriella. Thsnks for sharing what question you aak yourself to stay on the path God is calling you to follow

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  1131. Jeni morelock

    It’s so funny how God works, a friend of mine told me about this book just this morning! I knew I had to get it for my daughter, she and her daughter read together and have special time and discuss it. What opportunity!! I have read many of Lysas books to have my daughter move into the readings for her own level and do it together would be amazing! I’d love to win to share with her! I have tickets to see Lysa next weekend in our hometown ! What a blessing you guys are!

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  1132. Jenna

    Ok, so my first thought is I would LOVE all of these things. 🙂 I’m selfish I know, but I wanted to be honest. I love free things and winning thigs. BUT I also have several wonderful girls that I know. I have two younger sisters, one in high school and one in middle school and two girls that are very special to me in the youth group at our church. I love going through books like these, I have found that several of them still help me even as a 27 year old stay-at-home mother of three small children and a wife to my wonderful husband. So often I look to my surroundings and have them define me, but “whose do I want to be” as you put it smacks me right in the face. I don’t want to merely be a wife and mother, but I NEED to be a child of God (I am a child of God), but I need to give Him first priority in my life. That being said, I’d love to share this with any of the above young women, maybe especially my sisters (in my head I have a vision of a sweet Bible study with them this summer).

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  1133. Lisa

    This would be a perfect gift for my 13 almost 14 year old daughter. I would be thrilled to share it with her and she LOVES to read. As a single Mom, I try so hard to give her Godly ways to live her life. It is overwhelming somedays for her to be strong in his Word because most of our world is missing this. She will start a new Catholic High School in fall, even though we are not that religion, I believe we have been led their by God. Thank you for caring about our youngins.

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  1134. Leslie

    I would give this to my 18 year old sister who graduates in May!

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  1135. Angela Brown

    I have read several of Ms. Lysa’s books and they are all wonderful. She writes in such a real, relatable, and applicable way. I would love to give this to my soon to be 13 year old daughter. She is a beautiful, sweet and loving young lady who has a real love for the Lord. She was recently bullied and has remained strong and focused on God through all of it. She is such an inspiration and I am so proud of her. I would love to encourage with a gift like this!

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  1136. Lauren

    I LOVE your post. I would give the book to my identical twin daughter’s are 8…(almost 9)…and read it WITH them… One thing I have learned is that it is never too early to teach your children the way of the world vs. the way of Christ. Many of the world’s ways are so tempting and look absolutely harmless. Kids are being influenced at younger and younger ages to turn away from God….embrace the world…be accepted. I want my girls to know who they are IN Christ—and know that that’s the only acceptance they need. I feel bad having discussions with them at such a young age about how they will be mocked, ridiculed, made fun of…for being a Christian… but I told them, “You will have to decide whose team you want to be on.” Right now… they easily say, “Jesus’s team!” but I know, soon enough, they will be faced with peer-pressure and “not fitting in” for their beliefs. Anything I do to further equip them to stand strong for Jesus would be a blessing to us! Thank you for the fun give away offer!!

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  1137. Janine Fairchild

    Hope! What a great message! I also have a daughter named Hope who will be 16 in May, and I would love to give her this adorable package that you put together – especially the book. What a fun birthday present it could be!

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  1138. Amy Riley

    I am so excited for this book! The book What Happens When Women Say Yes to God was a life changing book for me. If I were to be the chosen winner, I would give this to my 12 year old step-daughter, Madison. She gave her life to Christ 8 months ago while at a youth convention with our church. She loves The Lord and attending church. She isn’t able to attend very often because she does not get to live with us full time and spends every other weekend with her mother. She is a strong, but tender hearted young woman. I see how hard it is for her to try to make right choices when she has to essentially live two lives. She wants to honor her mother and longs for her approval, yet she knows deep down that the lifestyle is not one pleasing to God. I would love for her to have this book to turn to for encouragement and to be able to keep her heart and mind fixed on God. I pray every day that God protects her. Thank you for the opportunity. I appreciate this ministry so much!

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  1139. Heather dela Cruz

    I would probably read the book first ( =D )….THEN give everything to a dear friend who is getting married soon and will need some wisdom!

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  1140. Karlyn Hillman

    I’m so looking forward to reading this book and then sharing it with other young women. I have 4 nieces who are 17-24 who I definitely want reading this book and then several young girls at church I help disciple. These young girls need more than ever to know the love of Christ and the best that he has for them! These are the girls I would share these gifts with!

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  1141. Mary

    I would give this to my beautiful daughter who is making a life changing decision right now. A daughter who is trying patiently to follow god’s time frame and not her own. I pray she truly hears gods plan for her. This giveaway would be a great pick me up and inspiration all at the same time!

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  1142. Melissa

    Beautiful words Hope. I would give this to my lovely 14 year old daughter Mia. She is the second oldest of seven children and she helps me sooo much with the five younger babies. She is truly a wonderful daughter and deserves so much more than I can give. May God bless you always.

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  1143. Sandi Hixson

    i have a wonderful new friend, and also new christian who i would love to give this to

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  1144. Susan Bradford

    I would give this to one of my wonderful daughters. 🙂

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  1145. Catalina K

    I would love to give this to my mother as a Mother’s Day present. She has always liked to read Christian-themed books and would also appreciate the other gifts in the highest. Thank you for hosting this giveaway.

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  1146. Constance

    Oh, I am so excited about this book, I really wish my oldest daughter could read it. I know she would love it and be blessed by it and she would love all those accessories as well!

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  1147. A Mom

    I would give it to my daughter,17, who is struggling with her self-worth, self-identity and an eating disorder…rough times. AND my daughter, 20, who is in college and trying to figure out “what” she wants to do with her degree.

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  1148. Stacey Marsengill

    I would give this to my daughter who is growing in Christ daily. Then I would share it with the other moms of the lovely young ladies at our church.

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    • Roberta

      I would love to win this and read the book first, then share it with my adult daughters. I would love for each of them to develop a closer relationship with Christ and be the best wife and mother possible. Thank you.

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  1149. michelle

    I would give this to my sixteen year old sister. She has been through so much the past couple years that I think this would really cheer her up. I want her to know her past doesn’t define her future and through all of this God still has a plan for her

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  1150. Michelle Laughlin

    I have spent this past year being a small group leader for 8 seventh grade girls. I have been trying to teach them and encourage them to seek out a relationship with God. What I have discovered is that I am growing in my own relationship, not only with God, but with my daughter who is in my group. She just turned 13 and has her share of drama, as most 7th grade girls do, but she is still willing to talk to me and share the details of her life. This book would be a great way to talk to her more in depth and hopefully gain more insight into her world. And then we can pass it on to the other girls in our small group.

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  1151. Michele Patterson

    I would give this to my beautiful daughter, Elizabeth. She turns 22 today and will graduate from college in a few short weeks. She loves the Lord but is still uncertain of her future plans. It would be a great book for her to read to encourage her. Thank you for your post today and all that your mother does for countless women every day.

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  1152. Michele

    I would give it to my 18 year old son and pretend that it says What Happens When Young Men Say Yes To God!! : ) He is a little uncertain as to “what” he wants to do! If I have him ask himself “WHO do I want to be” maybe he will have a better perspective of life and he will look for who God wants him to be. He is just beginning to write the book of the rest of his life! I want it to be a best seller!

    Thank you for your post! You certainly have your mom’s talent!

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  1153. Susan Weatherford

    I would read the book first. Then I would pass it on my small group leader, Chantel. Then all the small group members could read it. We would get a lot of use out of it.

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  1154. K Fontenot

    I would give this to my daughter because she has such a love for God and His word already. She truly amazes us and at only 11, I see that she is a positive influence on her peers. I have no doubt that He has big plans for this special girl. I never want her to loose sight of the dreams He places in her heart.

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  1155. Debby

    I have two beautiful chosen First Nation daughters who are now 15 and 16 years old. I would definitely like to read this book with them and help guide them forward on their life journey. In Canada, Aboriginal girls are being lured into dark lifestyles and often end up murdered. I can use all the tools I can get my hands on to protect the daughters God has given me from the Evil one.

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  1156. Kathy Macdonald

    I would give it to my daughter! She is a junior in HS with a heart for God. She is passionate about sharing that love with others and I think that the book would be an amazing read! And I know she would then continue to pass it around her circle of friends because that is what they do!

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  1157. Heather

    I would give this to my daughter, Ireland (16), as she has been experiencing much hurt in her life over the past year from a disappointing relationship with her father, to a lost boyfriend getting in some trouble, to classmates lost to drugs and suicide. It’s a less than private world our teens live in these days and although I have raised her the very best I can (and so far she makes good choices) and pray for her everyday I am terrified for the future of our youth.

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  1158. Mariah Griggs

    If I won this gift, I would definitely give it to my sister Desiree. I see her struggle everyday with stress, single parenting, current relationships, working, body image and many other things that I pray everyday she would surrender to our almighty God. She says she believes, but I pray she can experience the joy peace and love only He can give her. I know this gift would would be awesome for her! I love her so much and I want her to not just be my biological sister, I want her to be my sister in Christ! Thank you so much for the opportunity!

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  1159. Alissa

    I would give it to my girls! They are too young to read it yet, but I can and I can gather some more wisdom about raising these beauties! Then when old enough they will read it! I’d paint their nails and we would go to starbucks for some cake pops!!!!!!

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  1160. Julie Floyd

    I’d love to give this book to my teenage daughter. She loves The Lord and I want to keep her living a life pleasing to him.

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  1161. Joey Reynolds

    I would read the book first, than pass it along to my niece who is going through some hard times and needs some female mentoring during this season in her life and show her that God is always there for her 🙂

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  1162. cathy

    I would give it to my 19 year old, Amber. She is in her first year of college and I know the many challenges in life a young woman can face. I try really hard to protect this sweet young lady but I know that I have to stand back and let God do what He does best. I read “What Happens When Women Say Yes to God” and I have to say it changed me. I grew in my faith. It is now my to go to book for reference. I believe this book could help my Amber grow in her faith. We have attended the Extraordinary Women’s Conferences for five years and her Lysa speak and it’s been a godsent. We missed her tremendously at 2013 Conference.

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  1163. jennifer

    I would give this to my little sister. my little sister thinks her identity is in job and money status. she is an emt/paramedic. I am a cashier at walmart. my sister thinks I am not as great as her but I go where god calls me. I think when kids are little they should want nothing more than be happy.

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  1164. Donnie Reed

    I would give this to my sons girlfriend. After going through the adult study in my Sunday school class, I am SURE this would minister to her. She is a beautiful young woman seeking God’s will for her life, which she hopes includes my son.

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  1165. Sarah Means

    Hi!

    My husband and I are honored to lead the Regeneration Young Adult Ministry at our church-New Life Church, in Springfield OR. We also lead the Mens and Womens minsitry teams respectively. In the young adult ministry we have many college aged young women and I would love to give this to a specific young lady in my life who has overcome so much. She has overcome addictions and pain, but most of all she has overcome through Jesus the loss of her young daughter just a little over a year ago. She’s now one of our most stable, firm, excited, passionate and giving team members. She is influential in the lives of others, cares about their needs before her own and is an amazing source of encouragement to me. I am thankful for this special person in my life and would be overjoyed to give her this gift! She loves Jesus with all of her heart and uses her experiences in life to share His love. I am so very proud to be called her friend. God bless!!!

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  1166. Rebecca

    I would give this book to my daughter. She is 13 and will start high school in September. My prayer for her is that she will alwasys remember whose she is…she is a daughter of the King of Kings!!

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  1167. Angie

    Hi Hope, congratulations on your book! How exciting! I would love to give your book to my own daughter Cameron who has a heart for God and has just started middle school this year. She has a love for God that is strong and I know God is using her in the lives of others around her. I would love for her to read your book and then use it for a summer bible study with her friends. What a wonderful ministry you have, just like your sweet momma who has really inspired me through her Unglued and Made to Crave books! All my best

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  1168. Denys

    I would give this to my oldest daughter who really loves hats and all things girls. I believe her heart is one that wants to say yes to God. This book would be a good guide to help her along as she seeks Him.

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  1169. D'Layne

    I would give this to my 17 year old daughter, Katelyn. She is a beautiful young woman who is striving to live daily for Jesus Christ. I’m currently reading What Happens When Women Say Yes to God, so I know that this book for young women would be such a blessing for my daughter.

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  1170. Wendy Hise

    I would love to read your book first and then give it to my adopted daughter (9yrs old) so that she can travel down the right path towards God and the future He has for her. She has had a very rough start to her little life and she love to read, so I know she would treasure your book.

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  1171. Shannon

    I Would give it to my beautiful daughter who is 13 and growing up with such a great faith. She has been seeing a Christian counselor lately and could use any encouragement and tools I can give her.

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  1172. Kimberly Dawn

    I would give it to my little sister who just turned 18 and is about to graduate high school and start college.

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  1173. Heather G

    I would absolutely LOVE to give this to my tween daughter, who loves God will all her heart, and I pray He’ll capture her heart and adoration her entire life! She wants to be a pastor’s wife when she grows up, love kids, is sweet to everyone and wants to learn to play guitar for her Jesus! Tabitha is the best daughter! 🙂

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  1174. Jacinta

    I would give this book to my daughter. She is 12 and is struggling with who her real friends are at this time in her life. I am very proud of her for standing up for some of her more “uncool” friends, as they call it.

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  1175. Judi

    I am a teacher and have a student that is a senior and going through a really tough time right now. I know this would not only help her, but brighten her day a bit! 🙂

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  1176. Hilary

    I have a room full of high school girls that I would gladly split the goodies between! I would love for each of them to have a copy of this book, though. So many hurts and hard times between them, and though they know God is good, many of them are afraid to really say yes to Him!

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  1177. Cyndy

    I would give this to my 16 yo daughter. She is about to finish her junior year of high school. She is a worrier and has so many changes to go through. I pray that she will develop a strong relationship with Christ. She asked for her first bible a few weeks ago. She says reading it helps her feel better. I am hoping this is the start of a long journey with Jesus.

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  1178. Jo Gustafson

    This is the kind of gift I would give my daughter, Cory. She has just recently moved into her first apartment and is adjusting to adult life. She is still caught between growing up and staying a child. I remember too well how lost I felt when I first left home! You have the chance to remake yourself into your own image. Not your parents image and its a big deal, choosing who you want to be. I think this gift set is perfect for any girl in this situation!

    I hope you have an amazing day and we hope to hear more from you! We all just adore your mom!

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  1179. Angela Pitts

    I would give it to my 18 year old daughter. She graduated when she was 16 but hasn’t gone to school or anything. Right now she is just working at Chick Fil A trying to figure out what she wants to do with her life. She hasn’t gone to college b/c she has no idea what she wants to do. It is my prayer that she seeks God’s direction and path for her life and be okay with it if he just leads her one little step at a time and doesn’t lay out the whole map.

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  1180. Robin

    I would give it to my daughter who has chosen for whatever reason to walk away from her faith right now. She has been raised in a Christian home and the past 1 1/2 years she has turned into somebody I don’t know. We are holding on to His promises to us as parents. Thank you for walking out your faith. You and your Mom are an inspiration to me.

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  1181. Cindy

    I would give this book to the daughter of a friend of mine. She carried Chirst in her heart while growing up. Now in college she has drifted in the wrong direction. I feel a book like this may help her to see Whose does she want to be?

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  1182. Machelle Miller

    I would give this to my 15 year old daughter. She is an amazing example to all she comes in contact with, showing them God’s love. Recently she has been struggling with some mean girls at school, but even though they have been cruel, she remains kind and loving. I am in awe of her strength, courage and self confidence. She is such a blessing to me,and all her friends; she never complains about the pain I know she must feel when these girls are being cruel to her. I know she would be greatly blessed by reading this book and receiving a special gift. She is becoming such a wonderful Proverbs 31young woman, and that is the best treasure this mama could have ever imagined. Thank you for your daily inspiration; it has blessed our family greatly.

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  1183. Kitsi Eakins

    I would love to have this for my daughter. She is 13 yrs old and has been struggling. She has always been very involved in her church. Youth, teaching sunday school, mission trips, etc. But at 13 like alot of young girls, school, peers and boys have begun to take her focus off of what is really important. I know its hard at her age but I alos know that she loves god so much and just wants to do what He wants for her. I think this would be a perfect gift and reminder 🙂

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  1184. Lynnette

    I would give this to my little girl, though I would save the book until she’s just a bit older and then read and discuss it with her.

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  1185. Crystal

    What great insight, Hope! My daughter is only 7 but I would love to put this book on our shelf for when she’s a little older (and read it myself now).

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  1186. Brandy Howell

    I am very excited to read this book myself and then I would def have to pass it on to my bestie 🙂 We all need encouraging words of wisdom along life’s path. I can’t wait to see how this will strengthen my faith and bring me closer to my ever loving and never failing God!

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  1187. Corrie

    I would first read it, since I am a young woman, then I would pass it on to either my little sister, or some of the younger women God has placed in my life to minister to.

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  1188. Candy

    I hope this doesn’t sound selfish but I would like to give it to me. There are so many I ‘give’ to and right now I’d like to feel like I was special enough to treat myself. I would pass the book along to my two grown daughters to read after I’m through reading, however.

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  1189. Marlo

    My daughter who is 10 and then another daughter following who is 5. I would read it, too, and help them incorporate it into their lives. We also belong to a great group of friends who like to share books like this that help Christian parents and their children focus on godly living. Thank you for the opportunity!

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  1190. Sarah Von Bergen

    I have a niece through marriage. Her name is Amanda and she is 17 years old. She is incredibly beautiful, talented, intelligent, and driven, but I know that while she is surrounded by Christian influences, I am afraid she hasn’t tapped into her walk with God very much. She is a fashion designer and is considering moving away for fashion school and I am very concerned for her. I want her to stay on the straight and narrow with Jesus, and would love to present her with this gift, to encourage her!!!

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  1191. Stacy

    I would give this to my daughter who is a sophomore in college and is a student staff mentor to other students. She loves spending quality time with others like you. I think she could benefit from the book and share that insight with other students. 🙂

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  1192. Katie

    I would share this with my daughters. Not in attempt to be selfish, but in celebration of the fact that I just recently quit being a working mom to invest in my girls as God is leading me. I love books and would love this tool to have at home with us as a resource on our new journey.

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  1193. Liz Counts

    I would definitely give this to my daughter. This is so appropriate for my daughter’s spiritual journey this week. She has been concerned about boys and staying true to God and wondering what God has in store for her future. We’ve had long discussions about staying true to your self and God and not compromising your beliefs for anyone on this Earth as Heaven is the love and peace everlasting!

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  1194. Karrie Arceneaux

    I would love to win this:) I have a 12yr. old & 14 yr. old daughter, that I think would benefit from this greatly. A teenager can always use something inspiring this day and time:) Thanks and have a great day!

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  1195. Carol

    I’m not sure who I would give it to, to be honest-to many to choose from. But, I know that God would lead me to the person who would be blessed and benefit most from each item!

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  1196. Abbie Flowers

    I would give it to my 14 year old daughter who is really struggling these days with where she fits in. Friendships change and people ket us down or betray us and she is going through all that with teenage hormones raging. I keep trying to direct her to God for comfort and direction through these tough times. She would love this give away!!!!!!

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  1197. Shelia Loomis

    I would give this to a lifelong friend, Wendi. We became friends in middle school, but had difference in our early 20s that separated us for years. She went through some hard times complicated with bad decisions. While I maintained a steady Christian life throughout her hard times, she has the greater faith now and has managed to lift me up through some incredible heartbreaks. I live a comfortable life, while she struggles to keep her family afloat – and yet she is the one that reminds me consistently “to lay it all at God’s feet and that I must believe and have faith . . . he will provide what I need and when I need it.” God blessed me with Wendi! He gave her to me as a friend and brought her back just as I needed her most.

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  1198. Kathy Crossen

    Hi,
    I would love to give this to my 15 yea old step daughter! She would love it!

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  1199. Ashley

    I would give the book to my sister, she is 16 and smack in the middle of searching for herself. She’s caught between the rock of wanting to fit in and “be cool” and the hard place wanting to reach others and see them come to know Him. There have been 2 significant tragedies at her school in the past year that have given her the gnawing burden of her friends and their eternal security. I think reading a book that is geared to such a person and she can see the blessing that comes from truly submitting her life to Jesus could be what she needs to fully commit. Thank you.

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  1200. Jennifer Jester

    I would give this to my mom. She has always been so faithful in raising us to walk in HIS glory, to hear and obey and has been a constant reminder of HIS faithfulness.

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  1201. Joanne Hauseman

    I would like to read it but more fittingly I would like to give this to a now young woman who has made some very poor decisions. She is now realizing that she has put herself in some very dangerous situations. She’s confused, scared and need to turn back to the Lord.
    I think this book is ideal for her.

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  1202. Betty

    I would love to give this to my daughter who is currently in nursing school. She is such a strong Christian young woman and truly has a heart for serving others and for remaining faithful in her walk with Christ. She has a heart for missions and has been on several mission trips the last few years. She is scheduled to leave on April 20th of this year to go on a medical mission trip to the remote villages in the Dominican Republic. Please keep her in your prayers!

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  1203. Brenda Montano

    I would give this book to my daughter, Jesse. Jesse is an amazing young woman and will be 21 years old soon. Her life is just beginning and her goal is to join the armed forces soon. I want her to remember that God will always be with her wherever that journey leads. Thank you for your encourging words.

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  1204. Karen

    I would give this to a special family friend that is about to graduate from high school and go away to college. Thanks for sharing, Hope!

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  1205. Michelle

    To my daughter and then maybe read it after she is done… I may not be “young in years” but am always wanting to grow in Him!! I might keep the bag and hat! LOL!!!

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  1206. Bonnie Traher

    Looks like a beautiful giveaway.

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  1207. Sheila Stielow

    I would give this to my dear daughter that is getting ready to turn 14. I am watching her turn into a young woman seeking Gods heart by being a servant to her two elderly grandparents who have cancer. I just see her walk grow daily and would love to reward and continue to help her grow with this.
    Thank you!

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  1208. Anita

    I love the re-phrasing from “what do you want to be” to “who do you want to be!” This sounds like a great book to read with my girls as they grow older and discern God’s leading in their lives.

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  1209. Bridgit

    I have 2 little girls and the 3 of us would share this! I want to read the book myself …looks great!

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  1210. Angie

    My beautiful daughter Emma!!!

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  1211. Brenna

    I would give this to my cousin Rebecca who is in her second year of college and is saying yes to God by doing mission work with a wonderful loving heart!

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  1212. Shannon Whitworth

    I would probably read this first. I would give everything to my daughter. She is a teenager and a believer. I am trying to get her to connect to God more. I know she loves the Lord but sometimes she is more focused on things of the world. In our home God comes first, but I really want her to focus on the path God has laid out for her.

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  1213. Kelly

    I would give this to the girl that I am currently tutoring. She is my babysitter, attends my church and is a junior in high school. She has had lots of struggles this year and is really trying to decide where to go from here. She is a wonderful young woman and I hope that by reading your book, she would become even closer to God than she is right now. She is a wonderful role model to the younger girls at her church and it pains me to see her struggling through so many issues including a lack of self-confidence. Her mom has been a Bible study leader at my church, and I have grown so much because of her. I would like to be able to pay her back in some small way by reaching out to her daughter.

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  1214. Aubri

    That excerpt was a blessing, Hope. I love that thought for girls and women of all ages. It had a lot of perspective. Thank you. God bless.

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  1215. Debbie

    I would read the book myself 🙂 then give everything to my daughter who is finding her way as a young mom and career woman. Sometimes the way can become murky, so I’d love to bless her with this gift!

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  1216. Paige

    I would give this to my beautiful daughter, who is struggling with her identity right now. I’m already excited to share this devotion with her when she gets home from school!

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  1217. kim snow

    I would read the book with my daughter and give everything to my youngest daughter who is getting through college and trying to figure out what/who she wants to be.

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  1218. Dawn

    Fabulous giveaway! My daughter would be the recipient ! Yesterday she turned 21, and is also celebrating victory over herion. She gives God all the glory!

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  1219. Christine

    Being a mom of a 10 and 13 year old, I would read the book first. Then I would give to my friend that teaches a homeschool science class and bible study to my daughter and other young teen girls.

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  1220. Kathy

    I would give it to my daughter. Lindsey is 19 and is in her second year of college. She made a tough choice to change her major from nursing to teaching last week and feels that God was leading her this way. She has talked about being a nurse since she was 8 years old, but feels God wants to use her in a different way. She has done several missions trips and loves working with the kids every where she goes. She truly is a young woman trying very hard to follow after Gods path for her life. I love her so. Thanks for your faith and great example you set. God bless

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  1221. Tara Peters

    Thank you – what a great blog! 🙂

    I am a youth leader (on year #2) with my husband (we also have 3 kids; 4,3, and 2 as well as one on the way which will join us in August!) as volunteers at Holy Family Catholic Church in Hannibal, Missouri. I have just recently been hired part time to be the youth minister (young adult and young couples, too!) and that is HUGE for the Catholic Church! It’s something I’ve been praying about for awhile now.

    I would want to read the book myself – but then give the book and the spring gifts to a girl in our youth group who needs it. Who would love the attention and be so grateful for the thought. Who needs Christ more than ever in this cold, hard, secular world! 🙂

    Thank you!

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  1222. Mia

    I would give this to my 19 year old niece. She is a sophomore at UC Berkely and having a really hard time emotionally. She is a believer and I think this book could help her in a lot of ways. I loved When Women Say Yes to God. It has been a huge inspiration for me in my walk with Jesus.

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  1223. Nikki Briggs

    I would give this to my beautiful and wonderful younger sister, Kayla. I believe at one point she loved Jesus, but had fallen away for a time. But now, since my accepting Jesus into my life, to be my Lord and Savior, she has seen my relationship with Him, and has expressed that she wants what I have! I am so glad that there is this spark of light shining through me, believing and leading by example to her what our Heavenly Father does for us and gives to us so freely His grace, mercy and love! I get to go have lunch with her tomorrow and my niece and nephew, and I am so excited to see her and love on her and the kids. I think this would be a wonderful time and gift for her. Love your passion and love for God, Hope. What I wouldn’t give to see my sister’s relationship with Jesus flourish from this book!

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  1224. Jill Butler

    I would give this to my sister whom I have had a rocky relationship with. Right now she is going through a rough time since her husband lost his job after many years.
    I think she can use something like this to cheer up

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  1225. Carol

    I would give this to my youngest daughter Lisa, 24. She has been involved with the same young man for seven years and they have a 6 yr old daughter. She wants them to all go to church and be “good people” but none of them have really surrendered to God. I pray for them daily!

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  1226. Michele Hopkins

    Hi, Hope! Thank you for the great devotional! I would give the book to a young woman I just met at a Bible study I’m going to. After hearing her story last night, I think she would really benefit from reading your book! 🙂

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  1227. Donna

    There are 2 beautiful twin girls at church who are getting ready to graduate high school. I would have to give this book to them for graduation.

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  1228. Leslie

    I would give this to my 14 year old daughter. I believe this is such an impressionable age and there are so many distractions. When she was younger she would put scriptures on post it notes in her bedroom and now she is so busy with activities school and sports. I want her to always keep God first. 🙂

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  1229. Crystal M.

    I would give this to my daughter who has been battling addiction and struggling in her walk with Christ for several years now. I want her to see the beauty that God sees in her and realize He has an amazing plan for her life if she would just say “yes” to Him.

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  1230. Cindy O.

    Hope your words inspire me!! My daughter is a Jr. in High School and gets asked all the time what she’s going to do, what college will you be going to etc. I absolutely LOVE your post and the message it brings….I will be sharing it with her and if I don’t win I’ll be buying the book you have in the give away!! Thank you and Blessings!

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  1231. Kelley Beckett

    I would give this to my step-daughter who is 13 and struggles with anxiety and pleasing people. She is a typicalchild of divorce and so desparately wants harmony and peace that she compromises herself and I fear so often that she (and her faith) will get lost in it all. She’s in such a transitional period in her life and I want her to know how much we love her and want her to feel good about who God made Kayla to be. These things are so perfect for her! Thanks for the opportunity.

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  1232. Kim

    God’s timing is always perfect and your post has been a blessing this morning. My daughter, Makenzy, is 16 and our family serves as missionaries in Guatemala. As a homeschooler in another country, beginning to make a plan for her future has been a bit overwhelming for all of us. Thank you for suggesting she seek “who” and “whose” she wants to be! We will surely re-direct our focus as she prayerfully walks step by step into the unique future the Lord has for her!

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  1233. Phyllis Wiley

    I would give it to my daughter-in-law who just made a job change after much prayer about where God was leading her!

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  1234. Adrienne Gordon

    I would give to my daughters. I would love for them to read the book. I sm so proud of them and their paths they are taking in life with God. My oldest has her own blot and my youngest has drawn so much closer to God in the last year. They are amazing.

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  1235. Kacey Stevens

    Hi, Hope!! I would share the book (and tote and nail polish and gift card and hat!) with my daughter, Abigayle Grace. She is in her first year of middle school and trying desperately to hold on to who God made her to be, despite what the world is telling her everyday. I think it would be a great encouragement to her. Thank you for sharing.

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  1236. Ora

    I would LOVE to read the book then pass it & some of the other fun stuff to my daughter who’s sooo level headed & God focused for a 12 year old it amazes me. We would have a fun time discussing it at Starbucks with some yummy drinks! That would be a first time special treat!! Thank you!

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  1237. Vicki Dyl

    What a blessing to hear of this book and to read your post! As I write this, I am praying for my own two daughters (and 4 sons too!) that they would turn back to the Lord they gave their lives to years ago. I just know the Lord has many adventures for them…if they would just ask Him and stop living life on their own terms! They suffer anxiety and self-confidence problems that I just know KNOW IS Him calling to them to turn it all over to Him and trust His goodness and His plan for their futures! I praise Him that He is raising up young women like you to encourage those in your generation!

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  1238. Tiffany B

    Hi! I would LOVE to give this to my daughter who is graduating from high school this June. She has resisted attending church with me and has no real “direction” after graduation, even though we are pushing her to go to college. This would be perfect for her! Thanks 🙂

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  1239. KEELIE

    I would read the book with my daughter that will be starting middle school.
    I would individually wrap the rest of the gifts with an encouraging note & send to a few ladies that could use a smile!
    Hope, your message was inspirational & I enjoyed reading it with my daughter!

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  1240. Brenda Gentry

    I would give this to my sweet niece who just turned 14. Blessings.

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  1241. Cecilia White

    I am torn between giving it to my mom and my niece. My mom is the youth group leader at our church. I believe the young girls in her class would really benefit from reading such an inspirational book. My niece is 15 and a freshman in high school. A book like this would be such an inspirational guide for her own journey. Thanks for your post!!

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  1242. Kathy

    I would give this book to my daughter. She is currently pursuing her BS in Sonography. So she has already decided what she wants to do with her life. She has also all of her life planned on being a singer since she was little. Since she is in a Christian college obtaining her degree she has had several opportunities in singing. My prayer along with this book would be to find out who she wants to be through God and follow the path He has for her. I am so proud of you Hope for stepping forward at such a young age. I wish I would have had the influences in my life when I was young to have pursued the path God wanted me to follow. God Bless you!!

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  1243. Dorinda Robinson

    I would give it to my daughter (step-daughter) who has had to face things that no 23 year old should have to. She has had to face things with her real mom that no child should, it has made her a stronger woman so far, but sometimes she really wonders why her.. Her dad and I have tried our best to keep her on the path to God, but sometimes she wonders. We will be attending our 2nd E-Women conference this weekend in Birmingham, AL, last year was her 1st time but my 4th, she had such a great time and I believe it up lifted her so much. Thank you for your prayers!

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  1244. Marla Y

    I would give this to my daughter. She is 13 and struggling with who she in God’s eyes. Thank you for the chance to win.
    [email protected]

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  1245. Molly King

    I would give these items to my mom who was diagnosed with Leukemia in January. I want her to come to know The Lord. She is scared and anxious. Her prognosis looks good. She has been surrounded by the love of her family but it would be wonderful if she understood the love of God! She lives on Lake Michigan so these items would be perfect for her. She loves to get her nails done as well!

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  1246. Michella

    I am not sure who I would give it to right now. Probably one of my good friend who is just lost right now and needs some love and encouragement to get back on the right path.

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  1247. Leigh

    Hope- you are definitely your mother’s daughter! 😉 lol
    Seriously, you have the gift of encouragement just as she does. I love the excerpt you included, so I would pick my daughter to give this to. I know she could definitely benefit from the uplifting words! (and I know she would love the nail polish & other goodies, too 🙂

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  1248. Pam

    I would love to give this to our daughters Lindsay and Sarah. Our Lindsay is graduating from NC State one month from today! (the day before her 22nd bday and yes she was born on Mother’s Day 22 years ago 🙂 and heading to grad school for a 3 year Dr. of Physical Therapy program beginning in Jan. But arriving at this place has been a very long and difficult road for her..the high school years were anything but fun or easy for her as she faced the question of where she fit in and in her feeling that she didn’t have any “true” friends – yes she had friends who attended every religious activity available but then their words and actions were so completely out-of-step of God’s word and their sole desires were to remain popular. In her earliest desires to ot follow and have God lead her footsteps many times she felt completely alone. College has been more joyful with finding friends who are also interested in God directing their lives instead of other of the moment self-gratifications but difficult in trying to figure the who am I and what does God want me to do. She began to think about physical therapy as a possible occupation in high school but there have been many obstacles/times of self-doubt for her pursing this along the way. A”yes” for her was when she embarked on an internship to Guatemala two summers ago not knowing anyone and never having been on a mission trip before! Through it all she has continued to steadfastly ask God to show his will to her for her life! Through her we’ve witnessed God’s continued faithfulness and watched how her faith in God has grown as well as OUR OWN!!!! Our Sarah is a sophomore in High School and in pursuit of God’s will for her life but God has provided her with high school friends with the same pursuits. Just excited to see what God has in store for both. Your mother’s writings have been such a blessing to me and you such a wonderful example and blessing for the younger generation! For them to receive a gift from you would be such a blessing to both of them!

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  1249. Brenda

    I would give this to one of my two lovely daughters for their birthday. One in April the other in May. They are 18 & 21, and have been such a blessing tony life. As their mother I think sometimes I learn more from them than they do from me, and would love to bless them with this gift.

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  1250. Nancy

    You have the same anointed writing flair as your mom…wow! I would give this package to my DIL, Brandy…who has two princesses and a handsome hunk of a husband 🙂

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  1251. Dori

    I would give it to my beautiful 14 year old daughter who loves to read and laugh at herself! Thanks for the opportunity. This would be a fun surprise for her!

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  1252. Tiffiny Palm

    I would give this to my daughter Mikaela….this would be perfect….she has such a heart for others and I want to help encourage her as she thinks of ways to help others around her and for her to see what happens when she says yes to God….all that He has for her!

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  1253. Priscilla Herrera

    I would love to give this to my beautiful 17 year old daughter Angelica Noel Herrera, I relationship has been a battle since she entered JR and its been one heartache after another. I’ve tried everything and raising all my children I have for two boys and two girls by myself without a father for them has been harder than I thought I was on them. I did the best I knew how on one income. I wish I couldn’t give more and truthfully I someone would have written a book like this when I was a young girl, I would of made better choices for my life that would of followed me into motherhood so all that being said I would love both my girls and my boys to fall in love with Jesus and not the world and I still have a little influence on Angelica and I would love to give this to her and let her know that she’s is so special and God lives her where she is at and so do I . Thank you for listening God bless you

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  1254. Lisa Brown

    I would share the book with my three nieces Sarah, Taylor, and Leslie Kate. My sons (ages 19 & 21) were a gift from God and having nieces is just like having my own daughters. I anxiously await the day when I will be blessed with daughter in laws that I will also love as my own. The gifts in the bag would go to my mom because she deserves the world for never giving up on me. Thanks for sharing!

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  1255. Amanda Owens

    I would love to share this give away with a dear friend of mine. I have been sharing the word with her for months now and can tell the Lord is speaking into her life as she has started going to church! Praise God!! She is a single mother of 2 and could really use a little love in her life and who better to give it to her then the Lord. I would be honored to share this gift with her.

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  1256. leslie

    Great blog, Hope!
    I would give this prize to my daughter, Paige. She will be 13 next month and is open to God but unsure what that means or how to really engage. There are so many outside influences having a book co written by a teenager might just perk her interest and give us something to talk about more.

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  1257. Laura

    Wow – What a great blog post! I would give this gift pack to my oldest daughter. She just returned from a mission trip to Jamaica and loved every minute of it. She has a real heart for God and I know he has big plans for her!!

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  1258. Sheila

    I’ve done quite a few studies with your mom’s books, included Whaf Happens When Women Say Yes to God. If I won this I’d give it to my future daughter in law. She is a wonderful young woman and I am truly blessed that she will be soon a part of our family.

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  1259. Amanda Dye Hueneke

    Hope, you have grown into a great young lady! So proud to say I once babysat you and Ashley! I would love to pass along the gift to my neighbors sister who’s graduating. She’s got some family issues and so lives with her grown sister. She has a passion for God and I would just like to bless her. 🙂

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  1260. Ruth

    I would share this w my “baby” girl, who is about to graduate fom high school. Also think the book would be a great study w some of our youth group girls.

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  1261. teresa

    I would give it to my 15-year-old daughter. She is learning to follow Jesus and has bumps in the road like we all do. I think it would really encourage her.
    I know that God and also your mom are so very proud of your heart.

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  1262. Anita

    I’d love to read the book myself before giving it to my daughter and granddaughter.

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  1263. april roberts

    I would give this to my mom, after dealing with a cancer diagnosis of my dad and staying strong for all of us, she deserves a little pick me up and to read how much God loves her 🙂

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  1264. Joice Gill'ard

    I am reading Lisa’s Blogg quite often

    Would give the goodies to my younger daughter,who lives in Ohio,finishing her Masters,
    Waiting on our Lord to provide just the right Phd programme for her!

    Thanks for this opportunity!

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  1265. Betsy

    Hi there! I immediatley thought of my cousin who is like a baby sister to me. I love her so much and I know the Lord loves her more than she’ll know. She’s at a crossroad in her life as she’s in college-about to graduate in a year. She seems to have stepped away from her relationship with the Lord and follow an amazing passion: to be a voice for women who are abused/neglected/lost struggling through the injustices of this world- however she seems to be following the world’s view of hope rather than the perfect hope and salvation our God gave us. If she knew what God can do with and through her passion and skills… This book sounds like it would be such an honest perspective of what her future could be like and what an impact she can truly make for the kingdom. Besides I would be the coolest.cousin.ever for getting this goody bag for her =)

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  1266. Heidi Barron

    I would give this to my daughter who’s turning 16 in May. She was baptized last year and has a heart for God. She would love this!!!!

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  1267. Lauren Moore

    I would love to read the book and then pass it along to my daughter. I hope to live out a legacy of saying yes to God and showing her how much Christ can change a life. I’d give the other goodies to my mom for mother’s day… she has always been supportive and an encouragement to me, and she’s always believed in me with her whole heart….that I can do anything I set my mind to. I’d love to bless her!

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  1268. Connie C.

    I would share it with a lovely young lady we know personally and from church. She’s been bullied at school, and I think this would raise her spirits and hopefully give her food for thought when she reads the book!

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  1269. Angel Voggenreiter

    Hi! I would love to win this to give to my 14 year old daughter Abby! She is well on her to way to saying yes to God! I love seeing her seek Him with her whole heart! (and she loves Starbucks and fingernail polish!!)

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  1270. Jen

    I would love to win this for my daughter!

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  1271. Kirsten

    I would give this to the 16 yr old who babysits for my kids. She is the sweetest, most wonderful young lady and I’d love to bless her with this gift.

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  1272. ange harrison

    I’d give this to my co-mom, Rene (my oldest two childrens stepmom). We’ve become good friends, & she’s ministered to me, loved & cared for my children.

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  1273. JEANNE

    I. Would give this wonderful gift to my 17 year old daughter. This has been a rough year for her yet she still holds onto her faith and goes to church. I think she would enjoy the topic of this book…and she LOVES nail polish, Starbucks and HATS 🙂

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  1274. Petra

    Great post! 🙂 I would love to give this to a friend who desperately is battling with deciding whose she want to be…!

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  1275. Jenny Reyes

    I would give this to my daughter, Karla. She has had a rough life, but she has made it through many-many obstacles. I would LOVE to give this to her!!

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  1276. Lucy

    I would give this to my sister-in-law. Due to me being a SAHM I can’t really return all the blessings that she has given me with much but just love. I would love to give her this because I can see her wearing it but I also know the book will be useful. She got married a couple of years ago and has had a struggling marriage. She is trying to work it out but seems to want to give up. Hopefully this book will open doors and let her see things she did not before.

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  1277. Laura Scott

    I would give this to my daughter, Anastasia, who is growing into a lovely young lady already, but can always use guidance!

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  1278. Crystal

    I would keep it for myself! I know it may sound selfish. I apparently don’t love myself I have been told recently. Which is seemed to the craziest thing from the truth, because I thought I did. As I have been trying to get into the word I had no clue about loving yourself. And what that really means. I’m going on and adventure trying to figure out how to go about loving myself! I’ve come up with. I have to truly love God with all my heart, and until this happens I really can’t love anyone else either including myself. So I’m going to keep my eye on the Prize Jesus and I’m sure he will lead the way! This is My first comment ever on anything. I felt like sharing I do not need this prize though so make sure to give it to someone else.

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  1279. Allyson Webb

    I would love to give this to my youngest sister, Taylor, whether or not I win this giveaway. You see, she is a college student and in a kind, but unGodly relationship. Seven years ago, I was the same girl. My boyfriend and I became pregnant at the end of our college years and although we never regret having our son, we weren’t following God during those times. Today, my now husband and I have let God into our lives and it has been amazing! Taylor and her boyfriend know God but haven’t completely trusted in Him and are still following the ways of society. I think reading this book will change her relationship into something He desires and help her on her path to becoming the Godly woman she was meant to be.

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  1280. Tasha

    I would give it to my daughter. She would love everything about the set!!

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  1281. Rebecca Keyser

    I would love to give this to both my beautiful and wonderful daughters. This would be the best gift I could give them. I have grown so much in the last few months doing the How to be a better bible study girl study. I can only hope they could get as much out of this that I have from your mom. God bless you!

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  1282. Joice Gill'ard

    I would like to give the goodies to my youngest daughter who is finishing her Masters in Ohio, waiting on The Lord to provide the right Phd programme for her,in a warmer place!

    She is soo learning to lean on Him only, realizing that many are the plans in men’s heart, but it is ultimately the Lord’s will that prevails!

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  1283. Shona

    I would give this to my sweet friend who has just gone through a divorce, and lost as to what to do next.

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  1284. Denise Croghan

    Hi Hope, My name is Denise and i would give this to my daughter Tristen who will be 30 in May & getting married in September. She has been through a lot and has recently made some important changes in her life. She will be able to help many young women with her testimony once she fully surrenders her life to the Lord. Thank you for this wonderful opportunity to bless her and for writing this book with your mom to encourage other young women trying to find their way in this mixed up world. Blessings, Denise

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  1285. Nicole

    I would LOVE to give this to my 15 year old daughter! She is really starting to dig deep in her realtionship with Jesus. What a blessing. We recently moved to a new town so she is trying to get adjustec to a new high school. Would love to see what the book could help her with!!!

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  1286. Jennifer

    I would give this to may daughter.

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  1287. Lori

    I would give the gift to my beautiful daughter. While she is beautiful on the outside, it is her inner beauty that shines through and draws others to her. She is a winner no matter what!

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  1288. Karie

    I would give this to my daughter to help her to continue growing stronger in her walk with the Lord.

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  1289. Pam

    I would give this to my own daughter, Claire. I want so much for her and want her to make great godly choices in life. From the sounds of the sneak peek, I might borrow it to read as I seek more direction in my life!

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  1290. Angel

    I would love read it and pass it along to my 14 year old niece. She is beautiful on the inside and out. I pray she will follow God rather than the crowd!

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  1291. Kathy Miekley

    Hope, you are an amazing woman of God. His light truly shines through you. This is my prayer for my daughter, Caroline, that Jesus’ light would shine through her. Sometimes I feel so isolated here on Long Island as a Christian–it truly is a mission field! I would give this gift to my sweet Caroline, as an encouragement to know she is not alone.

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  1292. Teri M.

    I would give this to my daughter. She will be 10 soon, and I am starting to talk with her about how important God is and following His commands.

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  1293. kim

    I would give it to my daughter who just turned 14…

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  1294. Ginny

    I would give this to my 24 yr old daughter who underwent neurosurgery April 4th and is still in ICU recovering. Her neurosurgeon was amazed that she had persevered thru the pain / sympotoms to graduate college with BSRN To fulfill her God-given call as NICU nurse.

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  1295. CrisAnnette

    I would give this to my beautiful niece who is just finishing up her first year in college. 🙂 I am so proud of her and the choice she has made to serve God.

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  1296. Jill R.

    I would split it between two very deserving young ladies. My 16 year old daughter and her friend. I would puck up an extra copy

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  1297. Geneva Morgan

    I would give this to my 16-year old daughter who is struggling right now. My sincerest hope and prayer is that she will see herself as the beautiful and loving child of God that she truly is. She changed my life when she was born. And although I don’t always get it right, I am trying to help navigate her through this stage in her life with a strong desire to live a godly life. Her middle name is Angel because I wanted her to always remember God has had his hands on her life since before she was born. I know this because during my 13th week of pregnancy I almost miscarried. But God brought us through that. Then three weeks later, test results revealed there was a significant chance that she would be born with Down Syndrome in addition to other complications. I had an ultrasound and tests done every single week for the duration of my pregnancy. And even though I worried, I knew she was meant to be. On April 20, 1996 I became a mother to a beautiful baby girl. Regardless of complications during her birth, she was born entirely healthy without a single medical issue. She has a testimony. And I’m praying someday soon she will be able to open her heart to God and see her blessings. That is why I would give her this gift. I believe it would lift her spirits and give her a little nudge to keep her eyes and heart on God. After all, we all need a nudge every now and then 🙂 Many blessings to you and your family!

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  1298. Angela L.

    I would give this gift to my best friends 11 yr old daughter. My bbf and her husband are divorcing and this sweet girl is taking it very hard. Extra encouragment and words of God’s wisdom right now her life could make a lifelong spititual impact upon her. Thank you for reaching out in this way!

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  1299. Nykesha Jones

    I would give this gift to my mother. She is the giver of my life and a giver for God. She volunteers for our church’s food pantry. Rain, hail, sleet or snow (literally), she is there. Today it is raining and cold here in Chicago and she is getting ready for our mobile food pantry. The mobile pantry is taking place in the church parking lot. Food from the Chicago Greater Food Depository will feed approximately 120 families, in the rain and cold. She is the ultimate giver and deserves as much as she gives.
    Nykesha

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  1300. Mindy B

    Hi Hope! I would give this to my 12 year old daughter (after I read the book first). She would benefit tremendously from the encouragement in the book, then she can share the truths with her friends!!

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  1301. Michelle Thomas

    I would give this to my 16 year old daughter Sarah. Like you she is always being asked what she wants to be when she grows up. Lately it seems like she is in a push pull relationship wit God. I would love to see her read your new book and get something out of it. Sarah is one of three lights in my life and I struggle to see her this way. My hope if I am chosen is to give this to my daughter so she can learn and hopefully apply what you are teaching young women today. Thank you for your consideration

    Sisters in Christ,
    Michelle

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  1302. Roberta Griffith

    I would give this to my co-workers daughter. Her father died last year from a heart attach, while driving her home from practice. She was in the car with him when he died. She really needs to know how much God loves her and what His plan is for her life.

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  1303. Rachael Brown

    I would share this prize with my 3 great daughters. Justice, my oldest, would love to sit at Starbucks with me and be encouraged while reading the book while my youngest daughter Sydnee would love to paint her nails and listen in. Then there is my middle daughter Katelyn, she would mostly enjoy imagining the places she could go while wearing her new sun hat and carrying around the tote- like mommy… Thank you for the opportunity to win the gift and a great date with my daughters!

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  1304. Peggy Jackson

    I would give this to my daughter who is quickly becoming a young woman. I see her growing and maturing and I am so proud of her. It is my greatest desire that she be a woman “after God’s own heart” and I think this book sounds fabulous for her. Thanks Hope!

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  1305. alison burford

    I would give this to my God Daughter, I don’t get to see her as much as I would like due to sad circumstances. She is at the stage inher life where she is making important decisons for herseld and would be encourage by reading the book

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  1306. Megan L.

    I would give this to my “newly teen” daughter, Katherin. She is growing into such a beautiful & Godly person & I want her to stay on track as she starts high school next year. =)

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  1307. Joyce Cunningham

    Hope,
    Your devotion for today really hit home for me. I would love to give your gift package to my daughter, Sarah. She is a 20 year old college sophomore searching for God’s will and plan for her life. She has changed her college major twice in this search. She has also been blessed with the opportunity to attend mission trips to Haiti the past two summers and it has been life-changing. Your book sounds perfect for her in this phase of her growth with God! Blessings!

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  1308. Marta

    I would give it to my friend Lana who is going thru a rough time after losing her mom

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  1309. Sarah Hess

    I would give this to Autumn. She is 13. The reason I would is because she is looking for her identity. I want to encourage her to continue to look at God for that. With her not knowing her birth father, and her mom and step dad going through a divorce, she has been pulled in many directions. I know this would encourage her!

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  1310. Melissa

    I would love to give this to my daughter.. She is such an amazing girl and would love for her to read this book!

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  1311. Andrea Roberts

    I would give this to the highschool junior that I mentor. Chandler is a wonderful girl, and a perfect role model to my 9 year old daughter.

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  1312. Karen Brandenburg

    My Bible study group just finished “What Happens When Women Say Yes to God” of which my daughter, Stephanie, did with us. She has been attending our group for several months now because she feels her college group is feeding her spiritually enough. When I saw “What Happens When Young Women Say Yes to God” at the store a couple weeks ago, I texted her a photo of it and her response was, “No way!” to which I replied, “Way!” She has already read “Made to Crave for Young Women” and posted many of your quotes on her bathroom mirror, so I know she would definitely love this book too!

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  1313. Angie

    I would give this to my precious daughter. It’s been such a joy watching her grow into the young lady/wife God has called her to be. The fruit of the spirit becomes sweeter in her life each day!

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  1314. Jennifer Hazlett

    I would give this to my sister who has been dealing with depression and some difficult times lately. Having gone through depression very recently, I know I couldn’t have gotten through it, or continue to get through these feelings with out God in my life. I think she would be blessed by this gift!

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  1315. Linda McCarty

    I would give the gift to my 13 daughter. I can’t wait see what God has planned for her.

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  1316. Kelly G

    I would give these giveaway items to my daughter. She is graduating from college in May, and she has a love for the Lord that I did not have at her age. She has found a church that she loves, attends small group, and loves to serve as a greeter holding the church doors open as people come into church. It has been awesome to watch her grow in her love for the Lord. She sounds alot like you, Hope, and I am sure that your mom feels the same way as she has watched you grow in your love for the Lord. Keep on putting Him first!

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  1317. Darcey

    I would give it to my daughter. She is 9 years old going on 16. She loves reading my devotionals and would love to give her one of her own.

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  1318. Bonnie Richburg

    I would give this to my daughter who is 16. She is also a planner and that question of “What do you want to be when you grow up?” has stressed her. She has now decided that being a missionary doing God’s work is what she wants to do. This book would be great for her!

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  1319. Sara

    What an awesome gift to share with my daughter. I think it’s so important to teach our kids to look to God in all lifes situation.

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  1320. Trudy O'Connell

    Hello Hope,
    I truly enjoyed your devotion this morning. God has gifted you like your Mom. If I win today’s contest I would give it to my precious 17 year old daughter. She is in the midst of making the decision of what college to attend. My hope for her is that she will be who God wants her to be, to make her decision based on God’s will not outside pressures. It is great to see young women following whole heartedly after our Lord and Savior. Thank you for sharing your heart this morning.
    In Christ,
    Trudy

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  1321. Jenn Parker

    I would give it to my youth group girl/mentee, Rebecca because we are currently going through the book right now. And she would look fabulous in that hat:)

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  1322. Jess B

    I would give it to my sister-in-law. She has made some very bad choices in her life in the past year and she’s searching for love in the wrong areas. I want to somehow show her that God’s love is sufficient and way more satisfying than trying to find it in boys who are seemingly very far away from God. If I don’t win this amazing gift package to give her, I would welcome any prayers from anyone who reads this. It’s very hard on her family to see her going in the direction she’s chosen and I would like for you to lift all of us up as well. Thank you 🙂

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  1323. Tara

    I would give this to my daughter. She is such a girly-girl and a blessing. I am thankful for her in our home with 3 brothers! I pray she will grow up to be a Godly young woman and that I can guide her!

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  1324. Donna Collins

    I would give it to my niece, Nicole. She just turned 23 and is still searching for her path in life. I think she needs to realize that God has a plan specifically for her and to listen to the little whispers to help guide her,

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  1325. Abby

    I would give it to my dear friend who introduced me to Unglued when we did a Bible study together. She is going through a frustrating time and I am always looking for ways to surprise and bless her. This would be a wonderful opportunity.

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  1326. Alison

    I would give this to my niece. She has been struggling with her identity and life in general since her parents divorce. She is constantly trying to please both of her parents. I would love for her to see that while it is important for her to be obedient to her parents, the one she really needs to please is God.

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  1327. Leslie

    I would give it to our oldest daughter who is graduation high school this year. She is so saying yes to God.

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  1328. nylse

    I would give this to either of my 2 older daughters as I think asking “who do you want to be” in God is something they are dealing with at this stage of their lives.

    PS – would this count as 2 entries since its for 2 daughters??? (smile)

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  1329. Deanne G.

    I would give this book to my new daughter-in-law to be. She and my son have a little six-month-old daughter whom they both adore, but have not yet married, due in part to losing medical coverage fir mom and baby when they do. They have been in a committed relationship for over three years and have lived together for almost three years now. That has been very difficult for me as it goes against my beliefs and how I raised my son to live. The pregnancy was not planned but resulted when an antibiotic caused the birth control to fail. My son received Christ as his savior during his sixth
    grade year. He actually led a friend to the Lord during middle school and has always embraced a life of faith. His fiancee has never embraced Christ as her Savior. I have given both of them Bibles and endeavored to build a loving, supportive relationship with my daughter-in-law to be. She has had deep hurts in her past. God has worked through my son, especially using my son’s loving and faithful support and help during the pregnancy, to bring new hope and healing to this young lady. Because I am dealing with a chronic major illness I am ever watchful of ways to leave a lasting, godly influence in their young lives. They are now 30 and 31. Sorry this is so long, but this situation and their future, along with that of my little granddaughter, weighs on my heart. Just this week they told me they are planning to be married this year, probably in the fall. My heart shouted “Hallelujah” within when they told me. Blessings and love to you all.

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  1330. Larissa

    I would give this to an 18 year old young lady who attends my church. This young lady is headed off to college this upcoming fall and struggles with the questions of, “what will I do when I grow up?” And “what will I major in?” I believe this book would be perfect for where she is at now in life (not to mention she would LOVE all the other gifts as well :)). I would love to bless her with this gift.

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  1331. Joni

    Hi Hope! So enjoyed reading your blog and couldn’t help but think of my daughter as I read it. She will be graduating from high school in a matter of weeks now (!) and what you shared is EXACTLY the place she is at right now, in terms of looking and wondering what the future holds. You give such great insight in knowing the right kinds of questions to ask! I will definitely share your blog post with my daughter—-I know it will be an encouragement to her, as it was to me as a mom. 🙂 She will be taking a gap year with us overseas this coming year, deferring college for one more year—-a God-given opportunity for her to explore and ask those “who” questions you wrote about. and, well, I have to say, your ‘favorite things’ are so. . . Leah. 🙂 Thanks again for sharing your thoughts. I can’t wait to share them with my daughter!!

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  1332. Anna

    I would LOVE to give this to my daughter. She is so impressionable right now and I think that it is something that we can read together. She is going through a time right now trying to figure out who she really is. I know that she would get a lot out of this book. I also know she will love the nail polish and tote bag!

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  1333. Allison Smith

    I would give this gift to a good friend of mine. She is 28 and a single mom of two young boys. She is struggling in her walk with the Lord and I think this would be a huge encouragement to her! 🙂 Sometimes friends need to read things to let truth settle in their heart. I think this book would be a huge tool in her life!

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  1334. Michelle

    I would give this to my great friend Karen.
    She is 10 years my junior and a godly mentor.
    I have 3 boys, she has 5 girls so it’s always fun talking the pro’s/ con’s of each.

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  1335. Lindsay Radle

    I would split this up between some super sweet girlfriends of mine who always help me to remember EXACTLY who I am in Christ!

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  1336. Karen

    I would give this to my niece. She is going into the 8th grade. She would like to come and visit me for a couple of weeks this summer. She has expressed an interest in hearing about being a Christian girl from other people. Fae is Catholic and goes to other churches with friends. This book sounds awesome.

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  1337. Angel P

    I would love to give this to my sister who is moving up to live with me at the end of summer. She is changing major in college and wants to move away from her dad’s house. What an impact saying es to God could have for her. I really was encouraged by changing teh question to who do I want to me and whose to I want to be? I am 31 and have been looking at the future in the wrong way. Thank you for sharing your heart.

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  1338. Rachel

    Beautiful today to read this, I have a 17 year old step-daughter and three sons of our own, so she’s the only girl time I get, her mom is not a godly person to look up to, her and I get to speak of things of God and I get to be the one to encourage her walk with Jesus! I would share this gift with her. She is the daughter that I never knew I would get to have. God is awesome!

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  1339. windi

    My daughters…17 and 19…are who would receive this gift.

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  1340. Melisa

    My oldest daughter. She’s at the stage of life where this would be great.

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  1341. Karen

    I would give this to my oldest granddaughter Cheyenne who is 14 1/2 yrs old. Her parents (my son & his wife) are going thru a divorce. She is struggling with who to believe (her mother is telling her hateful things about her dad). Our son has to start over in a different home so that he can have visitation rights with his 2 daughters. It is a struggle every day for all of us.

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  1342. Leida Hunt

    I will give it a friend who has been struggling for sometime now; just a simple gesture to brighten her day and say ‘hey, I’m here for you’.

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  1343. Lorrin Salyer

    Hi Hope! Enjoyed reading your thoughts today 🙂 Keep up the great job! If I won this give-away I would give it to my 23 year old daughter because I would love for her to have the opportunity presented to her to begin asking the very same question to herself and also be able to set that example for my 6 year old granddaughter too. I think that when we are young we can be too self absorbed if we aren’t careful. We tend to worry about what our peers think and not enough about what God wants and what we think ourselves, so if I could offer a different perspective I think I will 🙂 She is still at the age that she doesn’t really listen to a thing her mom says so maybe coming from you…. she might listen…lol. Have a great day!

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  1344. Jenny K.

    I would give this to my 16 year old daughter. She is such a strong Christian on fire for God. I have seen her grow up into a beautiful, loving, & spiritual young lady. She is always looking for a new devotion to do when she finishes one & would love to start this one. I am so proud of the decisions she has made so far for herself & all the glory goes to Jesus Christ.

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  1345. Tiffany Daniels

    Hi Hope! I would give this to my daughter who is about to venture into high school next year. I want her to make the right decisions in life and to have a closer relationship with God. She believes that Christ is her Savior but I want her to be even closer than she is now as she journeys through the difficult times that will come her way once she is in high school and once she is out in the real world.

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  1346. Stephanie Dobbins

    I would give this to my 10 yr. old daughter. Who is growning up so fast and is turning into a very Godly young lady, she loves learning about God, so this would be an awesome book for her. We have our special Mom/Daughter Bible time at night and it’s awesome to see how she is growning in the Lord!!

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  1347. Suzi

    I have the sweetest 16 year old girl whom I have been mentoring, and I have been searching for just the right encouragement and guidance for her, beyond what I can offer. She has blessed our family in many ways, through babysitting our kiddos to giving me a fresh look and reminder of all the struggles that young women deal with. My hope would be for her to find she IS HIS, and he cares for her like no one else could…that she could better know that thru reading this book. And of course, the fun hat goodies would look fabulous on her 🙂 Have a blessed day, and great job on the “takeover”.

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  1348. Sherry Gilbert

    My daughter could use this encouragement. She’s 18 yrs old and has been battling Inflamatory Bowel disease for the past year. I believe God has a plan for her and will maybe even use this life long illness. Thank you for helping women of all ages 🙂

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  1349. Sherry Gilbert

    My daughter, Sierra, could use this encouragement. She’s 18 yrs old and has been battling Inflamatory Bowel disease for the past year. I believe God has a plan for her and will maybe even use this life long illness. Thank you for helping women of all ages 🙂

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  1350. lisa hemminger

    Thank you for the inspiring excerpt! Beautifully done ans very encouraging words, just like your mom! I would love to give this to both my daughters, but at this time, my older daughter needs the encouragement. She is a sophomore in college and on the soccer team there. She has always identified herself with soccer and has played since she was 4 years old. For the last 3 years, she has had 3 surgeries, one hip and two knees, and at this time is facing the reality that she may not return to the sport she loves so much. In addition, she is facing a difficult rehab with her most recent knee surgery…long story. Anyway, my hope for her is to find her way and do what God has planned for her and if its not soccer, its ok! She is a strong young lady but I believe she needs some encouragement and direction and to know that she is always God’s beloved daughter, whether she plays soccer or not. God has a plan! Thank you!

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  1351. Shari Hernandez

    I would give this to my sister-in-law. She fights low self-confidence. Went to school to be an elementary school teacher but had an extremely horrible experience her first year and is now in the miiddle of taking art classes to “maybe” do something with Art. She is seeking God and desires to live for Him so I believe your book could really encourage her to make God choices for her future.

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  1352. Karen S.

    I would give this to my daughter, Kamie… I wasnt good at connecting with God earlier in life everything is was “more improtant” and when I finally found out what I have been missing Im so thankful we have a God who loves us anyways and always always loves us even when we are hardheaded fighting what is drawing us to him.. anyways I want her to be able to see what wonders for her life are with loving God and making our life his and not just from me! 🙂

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  1353. jennifer

    When I what was included in the givaway. One person cam into my mind. I work in a children’s group home where the kids have developmental disabilities. I have 6kids ages 9-20 and the person I would pass this onto is 20. She has been there in the he since she was 14 and i have known her since she was 15. I have seen her overcome some huge challenges bt the one thing that gets to me is her smile. She can light up the room and just laugh like you wouldn’t believe. She has spring break this week and is very bored so this is what I would like to have her enjoy if i was able.

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  1354. Joy

    I would give this to my sister-in-law! She always is willing to try a new nail polish color. She loves to read! Oh she is just a great sister who deserves it and would appreciate it!

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  1355. Jenice Sabra

    I would give it to my daughter. I want nothing more for her then to be the person God wants her to be!

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  1356. Hilary

    I would give this to my daughter. And try to get her and I to read it together

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  1357. Jackie

    I would give this to my sister in law who is 14 and has a love and desire in The Lord. She carries her bible everywhere and is unafraid of her struggles bc she has The Lord on her side. She once told me her whole day is a prayer she doesn’t feel the need to say amen until the end of the day.

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  1358. Shuquilla Thurston

    I would give this gift to my 13 year old daughter. She is the most creative young lady I know. Just yesterday we visited high school to discuss her next four year plans. This gift will help her to search within her self being rather than universal demands.

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  1359. Christen B

    I would love to give this to my 19 year old sister. She is currently a college student and in that prime time to really figure out what she wants be!

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  1360. Theresa Williams

    Wow! This passage really spoke to my heart. My daughter, who just turned 15, is facing so many challenges in high school, from schoolwork to relationships and the challenge of making Godly choices in an environment that doesn’t put God first. She has learned that making the right decision can be very, very hard and that it can cost you friendships. Even with the heartbreak that these events have brought into her world, she is learning that God will continue to love, encourage and support her when she keeps Him first. Your book is just what she needs to guide her through this journey! Thank you!

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  1361. Kim J

    I would give it to my 15 year old niece Justine. She is a kind, beautiful 15 year old girl who sometimes struggles with not feeling good enough. She had a schoolmate who committed suicide last year because she was so sad after her mom’s death to cancer. After that, Justine and another friend talked about how harming yourself in any way is never okay and they made a pact with each other to never do anything to harm themselves including bulimia and food issues. I would love to give her your book and goodies and remind her she is beautiful in God’s sight (and mine) and making a pact with a friend to say yes to God is life-changing. Thanks for your post and book.

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  1362. Jean

    I’d give this to my niece 🙂

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  1363. Wendi

    What Happens When Women Say Yes To God is one of my favorite books! I’m so excited to see this book for young women, and I will most definitely give it to my daughter, Shayla.

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  1364. Danette

    I would love to give this to my middle school daughter, she thinks she needs a guy make her feel good about herself, such much so that she is sneaking around and getting on chat lines with guys that she thinks understands her better than my husband and I, she has been raised in a Christian home her whole life, and she does not believe anything I tell her, I love her so much and it kills me inside that she has built this wall between us. I pray for her all the time that God would get ahold of her soon. Maybe this book would help her see the truth. 🙂

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  1365. Rachel

    I would love to be able to give this to an awesome young woman in my teen youth group. She is actually the pastors’ daughter and will be graduating this year. She is struggling with anxiety over choices regarding college, etc. I know this book would be great for her!

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  1366. Virginia Northam

    Great post! I would bless my sweet 15 year old daughter, Miyah, with this gift. She already has a beautiful heart but I would love to help her on her journey of walking with Christ. She was saved in October at a youth event and was baptized in December at the beautiful North Shore of Hawaii. She loves going to church every chance she gets. I love that about her. I love hearing her sing Christian songs. I love her heart. Again, thank you for being a shining example to our young ladies.

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  1367. Breanna Copenhaver

    I would give this gift to my mother. Allow me to explain. We all have role models in our life and usually we don’t realize who they are until we learn who we have become. So, naturally, as a teen I thought my mom was the worst person in the world. She always said no, she was overprotective and not reasonable. But only after I came to college did I start to see the blossom in my mother that God himself had help to plant. My mom had a hard life growing up, her father was in prison, her mother was an alcoholic, and she was the middle child. She moved to over 8 schools in 8 different states before the end of elementary school. Her social life was never given a chance, the devil managed to form a false identity in her as the new kid who had the worst life ever and no one would ever care for her. At age 14 she found out she was pregnant with her first child, me. She had to learn to grow up, and fast! She was molested at 12, and in two years had been taken advantage of by this guy who decided to leave once he got the news of her pregnancy. Guy came in her life and just as quickly they left. She settled for love in a guy, who like herself, was not saved. At 15 she had me. Life was hard, and is hard! When I was about 5years old her father for our of prison and started to connect with my mom and make up for her childhood, one way was by helping to raise his grand kids. When I entered my preteens years I struggled a lot spiritually, and I put my mom through more than anyone should have to go through. And I thought she was just being hard on me, but she was fighting FOR me not AGAINST me. About a year and a half ago, she lost her relationship one final time with her father. In the most tragic way possible, he was murdered. My mom has struggles for her family and for herself, and at the end of every day, she new who to turn to, that was and is God. If I learned nothing else of my mom, I knew about God. But being away at college has opened my eyes and has given us that chance to finally bond. I love my mom and miss her greatly! The greatest gift I can give her is love and appreciation, and I think this gift would just allow me to give her a microscopic view of my appreciation and love.

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  1368. Mary

    I would give this to my sister to make her feel loved and to be inspired!

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  1369. Laura

    I would love to give this special gift to my daughter. She is 12 and in middle school. I am not going to say that she handles each and every middle school situation with grace; however, many times I am inspired by her actions. Just this week, she invited someone who has been very hurtful to her to come along with us to breakfast.
    The mama in me struggled when I saw this teen coming to our car because I knew the recent fiery arrows that had been thrown my daughter’s way by this girl. My daughter discreetly whispered that she did not want this girl to feel left out when she invited others in the room along; it was the right thing to do. Imagine my conviction. Imagine it further when we arrive at the restaurant to find a local youth pastor meeting with her kids and reading Psalm 119 and talking about the importance of hiding God’s word in their hearts – for the whole section of the restaurant to hear. I am a big believer in Scripture memorization myself – last year we began memorizing the book of James as a family. Wow, imagine my conviction when I reflected on the second portion of the second chapter of James.
    I’m most thankful that while I didn’t look much like James 2:26 that morning, my daughter certainly did!

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  1370. Sally

    I would give this to my daughter who is turning into an amazing Jesus girl. I don’t think I could ever pour into her enough, so anything that keeps pointing her to God would be a blessing!

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  1371. Karen

    I would give to a young lady in my church who is strugling with being bullied and with her self confidence. This book may be just what she needs to know how God sees her. That she is beautifully and wonderfully made and she is a treasure to Him. Maybe then she can focus on Him and not on others.

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  1372. Jennifer

    I would love to read it and then pass it on to young women that I know! Thank you Hope!

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  1373. Jennifer Culbertson

    I would love to give this to my teenage daughters. They fight the good fight everyday in a world that screams so loudly for their attention. I would love to bless them with these goodies and for them to delve into the book and be encouraged by it.

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  1374. Emily

    My cousin, Juliana, is in high school. She’s a remarkable young woman who’s struggled with the usual teen angst, but also with depression, bullies, and a learning disability. She’s worked hard to maintain her grades, endeavored to excel in marching band, and has remained active in her church. She’s often felt that the world is against her, but she’s determined to remain positive and to make a difference in the lives of others. I would love the opportunity to give this gift to her and see how God uses it to move in her life and the lives of those around her.

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  1375. Leana

    I have 4 daughters. I would love to give this to my second daughter. She’s 13 and struggling with how she fits in and what kind of person she wants to be. This would be such a treasure for her!

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  1376. Monica A

    I would love to give this to my teen helper in my Sunday School class. We teach the 3 year olds together. She is such a blessing to me. I would love to be a blessing to her.

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  1377. Tammy T

    I love this! So timely for me. My 14 year old and I are going on our first mission trip in June and so excited to grow and be, challenged together!

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  1378. Wendy O.

    I would give this to my daughter who could use the guidance to become the older sister I know she is meant to be to her three younger sisters.

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  1379. Vickie

    I would love to give this to my daughter. I am so proud of the person that she is becoming and would love for her to have this encourangement as she goes through middle school. I would hope that it helps her remembers who she truly belongs to and that her dad and I have just been given the awesome gift of being her parents.

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  1380. Denise

    What a blessing! Our daughter (13) has such a heart and passion for the Lord. It even amazes me how easily it comes to her and how she truely tries to live a life that God would be proud of. And right now she is struggling during a critical time spiritually with friends. Good, descent longtime friends which makes it even harder. She is determined to live a life for Christ and being “different” especially at this age is SOOO HARD. When you don’t listen to the popular songs or worse, you felt you needed to delete some music from you playlist, you don’t say “little curse words”, (and I could go on and on) then all of a sudden you are not a welcome part of those friendships anymore. It saddens me to even put it into words thinking of what she has been going through. I find myself wanting to be LIKE HER…and as an adult woman, I’d have lots of support. And yet for her at this young teenage time she has just the opposite…no support, and being shunned. My heart breaks for her. My prayer would be that this book would be the lifesaver she is searching for. Words to give her reason to keep going on her path and to confirm she is doing the right thing! That it would make her feel uplifted and not outcasted. That is exactly what winning this book along with the gift set would do for our daughter.

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  1381. Donna

    Hi Hope,
    I would give this to my beautiful niece, Rebecca or Becca Pants as I like to call her. Rebecca is a beauty in the physical and worldly sense but her inner beauty surpasses her outer beauty 10 fold. My hope and prayer for Becca is that she not only find her path in God, through God and with God but has the strength and courage to remain faithful as well.
    Thank you Ms Hope! I know you make your Momma proud 🙂

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  1382. Aimee

    I would to give this to my nephew’s girlfriend. She will be graduating from high school this June. I want to continue to love and encourage anyway possible. Ashleigh’s life has not always been easy and she struggles with so many things…grandparents who are sick, divorced parents that have their own issues, younger siblings that she takes care of as a parent should, and so much more. Our relationship has been rocky in the past but we have grown to love each other…I would love to see her sold out to Chirst and how He could work in her life.

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  1383. Susan Sage

    I have 2 young women in my life who I have watched grow from young girls to beautiful young women. They both are striving to walk with God in a world that says they are out of date and out of sinc. I would give this to one of them with the instructions that the other one gets to read it as well. They both have a heart to serve God, one in music, one in the field of women’s ministry (she says as soon as she’s old enough which I think is cute). Thanks for writing this and with your mom!!! What a blessing.

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  1384. Shawnna Nixon

    I would give this book to my daughter and another young lady at church because they both are trying so hard to ” find” their purpose that they seem to constantly be stressed out.

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  1385. Karyn

    Hi Hope,
    I would probably read it myself first & then pass it along to my 15 year old niece Emma. She is beautiful on the inside and out, but can always use some guidance. I pray she will follow God rather than the in crowd at school!

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  1386. Shani young

    I would give it to my daughter, she is having a really hard time with middle school drama and being the girl God made her to be. The day you wrote mean girls on your blog was the day she came home with such a similar story and was very upset and your blog helped so I would like to say thank you so much for that.

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  1387. Rachel Makin

    I would give this to my 17 year old daughter who is struggling with her identity. She is a Christian but has a hard time putting God first in her life. She is overwhelmed trying to decide what to do with her life and this sounds like it would be a great source of advice and encouragement. Thank you for following your calling and writing this with your mom!!

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  1388. Amber Shaffer

    I would give this to my almost 16 year old sister as she is growing in The Lord and seeking to find his will for her life. She is kind and giving to all around her. She is my best friend as well as sister. What a blessing to share this book with her would be as in my life your mom has inspired and helped me change what a blessing to see her change and grow from words of you and your mom.

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  1389. Teri Y

    Hope, I have 16 nieces between the ages of 11 and 31. I think any of them would love your fun collection. Many of them live in Alaska–so the thought of Spring is particularly enticing right now. Most likely, I would want to give it to one of the nieces in the teen or pre-teen years. I believe your book would be a good read for a woman of any age, but I would hope it would make an impact on the younger girls.

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  1390. Dawn

    I would give this give away to my niece as just a “God still cares about you” during this time that her parents are in the process of divorce. God is Good.

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  1391. Kristin Taylor

    Lovely. I’d give this to a college-aged girl who babysits my kids.

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  1392. Gigi

    I would give this beautiful gift to my beautiful daughter who is pregnant with my first grandchild. She has been through alot during this pregnancy. She and her husband are excited about their son coming into this world. We don’t know what the world has in store for him with some heart issues, but the Lord has his life already planned out and we PRAISE GOD for his message to this world!

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  1393. Mary Jo

    Loved reading your blog post today (and love reading your mom’s all the other times!) I would give this set to my 12 year old granddaughter. She’s (so far, praise God) making great choices regarding friends and activities, but also an avid reader and I’m sure would appreciate this book. She “gets it” when we have opportunities to talk about looking and listening for God’s will.

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  1394. Wanda Knip

    I would give this to my youngest daughter, who will be leaving for college this fall. She loves to paint her nails, loves coffee, loves to read and can use the tote for classes. But more importantly, I think the book will help her when she is away from family and friends to look to God. Thanks for sharing. Great Job!!!

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  1395. Sarah

    I would give this to my best friend, Emma. We connected a few months ago through a small group in my church. When I walked in the door and saw her, I heard The Lord say, “this is the lifelong friend I have for you.” She has become like a sister to me and I am so grateful for her friendship and her love for Jesus! This would be an awesome gift to give her and we could even read the book together and discuss it in our weekly accountability meetings!

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  1396. Barb

    I would give this to my beautiful twin nieces who will soon be turning 13!! I remember what a challenging age this is, and how decisions made at this time can determine the course of your life. Actually, two sets would be more a appropriate since they’re twins, huh!??! Thanks for the opportunity to win this for them!

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  1397. Pamela

    I would give it to one of the young ladies named Bria in a ministry we support. She is a refugee from another country. She has watched her family be persecuted and executed for believing in Christ. I always try to find ways to encourage all of the young ladies of One7 however Bria has stumbled into a place in her life that will ultimately make her great or stray in her weak faith. I loved the excerpt that you shared and I am sure that Bria will find both hope and meaning in her path to follow God. You have an amazing mom and I really enjoy reading her blog. You did an amazing job today.
    Thanks and God Bless!

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    • Pamela

      Also, if you choose us to have this give away your book will touch many more lives than Bria’s it will be passed around through all of the young ladies at One7 ministries.

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  1398. Heidi

    I would give this to my 18 year old niece who will be graduating high school in a couple months.She is a beautiful woman of God and planning to go to Tijuana for 2 months this summer to serve in an orphanage before she goes o college.

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  1399. Catheryn

    I would love to give this to my 15yr old niece. I love her very much and want to help her more on the path to God and how much he can and does do for us. Thanks for sharing! God bless~

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  1400. Jill

    Hope,
    I think it’s so wonderful that you and your mom have co-authored a book together. What a wonderful journey for the two of you! I am excited about your book and had already discussed with my girls getting it for them. I have two daughters, 16 and 19, and I would give this to them to share. They are both walking with the Lord and are trying each to day to “surrender” their agendas and to live lives filled with His “peace” as they do so.

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  1401. Debbie Faile

    I would give this to my daughter. She has the most awesome heart for God. At about 10 she decided to give her heart over to God. She insisted by the time she was 12 to be baptized and initiated all of this on her own. She even stood on the stage and was baptized without her parents by her side. This was something she did. The beginning of a beautiful relationship. She amazes me. I could say so much more – I know she is my daughter but at 17 – to have a heart for God as she does simply is not something all kids have. Her faith gives me hope that the world can change for the better!!!! ( and so young!)

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  1402. Crystal

    I would give this to My daughter Paige, who lost her dad a few years ago and is at the age of learning to rely on god.

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  1403. Nancy S.

    I love the idea of you and your mom writing this book together, and I plan to read it together with my soon-to-be-a-teen daughter. I would give this to her, as a sweet gift to kick off a time of daily devotions with her. I have been feeling God urging me to become more diligent to spend some time with her each day talking and praying about lives lived for God.

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  1404. LORRAINE REIMER

    I really enjoy your posts on Facebook. They encourage me a lot from day to day. May God bless your ministry!

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  1405. Lisa

    I would love this super cute summer prize! You did a great job filling in for your mom on the blog!

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  1406. Ingrid

    I would give this to my friend Georgann who recently lost her dad and about a year ago her mom. I want to give her something to cheer her up and brighten her day a little.

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  1407. Stacey

    I would give this to a young single mother at my church and encourage her that God is not done with her yet!

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  1408. Sari Kamppi

    My 18 year old daughter as she is embarking on her own journey of independence and adulthood. I believe this would help her to make some sound choices in a world that is desperately trying to confuse and distract her.

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  1409. Sari Kamppi

    My 18 year old daughter as she starts her journey into independence and adulthood. I believe this would help her make some sound choices in a world that is trying to deceive and distract her from the truth.

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  1410. Sari Kamppi

    Oops sorry, the first comment didn’t appear to post so retyped it 🙁

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  1411. Rebekah

    I would give this to my sister. She is learning who she is in Christ and battling the lies of incompetence, unworthiness, and hopelessness.

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  1412. Caryn

    What Happens When Women Say Yes To God is my favorite book, so I am so excited that you and your mom wrote an edition for young women. Yay! I would give the copy to my 17 year old daughter.

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  1413. Kisha Clark

    This would be going to my 15 year old daughter, Madison, who is getting ready for her first foreign mission trip!

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  1414. Amy

    I would give this to my sweet niece. She has such a passion for The Lord but could use encouragment. I am certain she would find that in this wonderful little gift.

    [email protected]

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  1415. Jenny White

    I would want my friend Sarah to win. She survived a near fatal car crash, was brain injured and not expected to live. She has made a full recovery! Her husband has since decided to leave the marriage. This woman is the strongest person I have ever met. She exudes what a faithful woman in Christ does. She constantly reminds me there is nothing the Lord can’t handle, he’s got this!

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  1416. Camille Wheeler

    I would love to win this for my 12 year old daughter Catherine. I am a big fan of your mom’s books and I led a study on What Happens When Women Say Yes to God at our church in 2011. I know my daughter would get a lot from the book for young women!

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  1417. Joyanne Swanson

    Hope,
    What a wonderful post and testimony. I appreciate your perspective as a young woman. If I won this gift set, I would give it to my daughter who is 16. She has such a clear vision of who she wants to be and how she intends to get there. I want to encourage her in her walk with God as she continues to seek His will and direction for her life. I know there will be obstacles and I want her to have tools which will help her work through those events in her life. Thank you for standing as an example for our daughters. May God continue to bless you as you bless others with your sweet words.

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  1418. Wendy S.

    I would give this to my 17 year old stepdaughter. She has come to live with us after her mother moved in with her newest in a long line of boyfriends. She is just starting to see the patterns of poor choices her mother has made and the effect it has had on both their lives. She is standing on the edge of making her own choices about her life and I would love to see her reach out to the most precious person she could, The Lord. This would her her so much in the first steps of her journey!

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  1419. Jennifer

    I would give this gift to a friend who sent me a gift recently. She sent me the book by Ann VosKamp, and I am enjoying it very much and would like to pay back the favor!!!!

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    • Courtney

      Hi Hope!
      I’m 25. A mother of two boys and wife of 6 years. I LoVE this book!! I wish I had something like this when I was in my teens battling peer pressure and the challenges every young woman faces in high school. I have a 16 year old sister whom I see alot of my old habits and struggles in. I think this book would encourage her and lift her from the pit o peer pressure into a place of I CAN and I AM a child of God…beautiful and confident. Please pick me!! Or rather…pick Hannah!

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    • Jan

      I would give it to my 22 year old daughter. She has battled mental illness for many, many years and in a nursing home for the past 3 years because she needs the structure they provide for her. She has come such a long way, and when I see her smile now, I know it is truly from her heart. We recently discovered that her younger brother is possibly heading down the same path, and we have been praying together for his well-being. She would love to win the gift being offered, and I think I would add a bible inside the bag because she is now able to focus on reading again. God is so good.

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    • Chastity king

      I would give this gift to my mom. I am so blessed to have her. She is a very special part of my life. January 2012 we found out she had stage 3 breast cancer. She under went a mastectomy,
      hysterectomy, chemo and radiation. Her faith in God helped her greatly through this time. She always had a positive answer and attitude. She would love this book. 🙂

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  1420. Sandi H.

    I would give this to my best friend who is always giving me little things that remind her of me which makes me feel so special!!

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  1421. Vicki b

    I am torn! I would give it either to my daughter or a young friend. Both would love it! Thanks for the fun today, Hope!

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  1422. A Miller

    What an inspiring young woman you are. I emailed this to my two teen- age girls and I can’t wait to discuss this with them.

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  1423. Ashley Buckland

    I have several friends who have helped me out recently. So I would split it up among the three busy and deserving moms.

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  1424. Nancy Hayes

    I would give this to my step daughter Manthie. She is an inspiring woman who loves the Lord with all her heart, soul and mind. She lives big for Jesus.

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  1425. Betty Jean Pope

    I would give this to my Granddaughter, Shelby Pope. She is a college student and has always wanted to go on a mission trip to Africa. She is signed up to go on one in May. She has always had a heart for the children in Africa.
    I just recently started getting your emails, and really enjoy them.

    Thank you,
    Betty Jean Pope

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  1426. Holly

    I don’t know how you will pick so many great stories. I would pass this along to my daughter. I would have to wait a bit (When she gets al little older) but my hearts desire is to have her love and walk with the Lord. She is so tender and sweet and to continue our talks and encourage her.
    Thanks for you ministry. I really appreciate you and how you share your heart and so many times so honest and raw. I there are so many moments that you share that I can soooo relate to and not feel alone. Thanks !:)
    You can give it to a couple of those ladies above that have daughters and daughter-in-laws that desperately need to have a source of encouragement and help. Just thought I would post a comment.:)

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  1427. terri Weil

    I would give this book to my step niece, Sabrina, a beautiful, smart, tenacious young lady who doesn’t know God but would make the journey if she were introduced to Him, I think.

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  1428. Marci

    I would give this to my friend Desiray. She is a single mom of three. She works full time and has gone back to school to pursue a degree in Dental Hygiene. She barely gets to rest and has little time to herself. She is recently back in church and has been faithful every Sunday for several months now. She could really use a little something special. Thanks

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  1429. Jill

    I would give it to my daughter-in-law. She is a wonderful young woman and is struggling with decisions in her life and I feel this would be a good book for her.

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  1430. Roxanne Erdman

    I would love the chance to give this book to my beautiful daughters.

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  1431. Jody

    I would love to give this to my daughter, Ashlyn, who is graduating this year from high school and heading off to college this fall. I would like her to read this book to help her as she will be making many life-changing decisions in her life in the next few years. 🙂

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  1432. Katie falkenmeyer

    I would give the nail polish to my 7 year daughter. And as I paint her nails I will pose the question to her- “whose do you want to be?” Love yoir ministry!!!

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  1433. heather

    I am the director of the Rh teen center. Our resources are few but young ladies are always asking questions about their future.

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  1434. Mary W

    I would love to give this to my 15yr old daughter.

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  1435. Michelle

    I would give the gift to a variety of different women in my life that have been an inspiration to me. The book I would give to my daughter as she is finishing her junior year in high school and is really seeking God in all things in her life. I really think this would add to her journey. The bag I would give to my mother, as she has been an inspiration to give with all your heart, and she loves bags!! The necklace I would give to my good friend, because she has always been one that I can talk to about anything and loves the Lord and she loves jewelry!! The starbucks gift card would go to my sister in law because she loves her coffee, and she has always been an inspiration to me. The hat would go to my niece because she is finding her way in her journey with the Lord as a very early teen and she loves to wear hats!! The nail polish would go to my other good friend who loves to do her nails, and is willing to do whatever she needs to when the Lord asks her, even if it is difficult. I love that there are so many women, both young and older, who are living for the Lord!!

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  1436. TK Syfrett

    I would give this gift to my daughter, Brittney!! At 16, she is an AMAZING young woman who lives her life for the Lord, everyday!! She is going on her first mission trip on June 23rd, to Alaska. There she will be sharing the love of Jesus and sharing the Gospel with children during the day, and families in the evening. When this opportunity came up, she immediately knew it was something she wanted to do!! She left her dad and I a 3 1/2 page hand written letter asking for our permission to go. For Christmas last year, we gave her our permission, and had paid her deposit to save her spot to be one of 11 that are going from our church. This was her BIG gift on Christmas morning, and she still says today, that is the best gift she has ever been given. God is doing amazing things in her life, and she is more than ready to step out of her daily mission field where she shares the love of Jesus Christ daily with all around her, even at her high school!! I am so proud of her, and would LOVE to present her with this wonderful gift! Thank you!!

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  1437. Jonda Hamilton

    I’d give this to my darling fourteen year old daughter, whom I’m praying and training to be a woman after God’s heart!

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  1438. Mardi savage

    I would love to share this with my daughter who is being water baptized this weekend! Thank you for your ministry!

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  1439. Tricia W.

    Even though I have 4 boys of my own, I have come to work alongside quite a few young college-aged women in our church in the last 5 years. I think God’s given me an opportunity to come alongside them and share with them my ups and downs of growing up and this book sounds like a great starting point to help them start thinking about WHO they want to be and WHOSE they want to be. Thank you for sharing from your heart, Hope!

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  1440. Jodi Lucas

    I would give the entire thing to a dear friend named JoAnn. She is a lovely young lady who is earnestly seeking God’s direction for her life. I got to know her when she was in high school, and have kept in touch with her through college, a stint on overseas missions, and now back here in the United States. She serves as a leader in our Senior High ministry at church, and just loves Jesus. She is available to wherever the Lord will lead her, and she inspires me to surrender my heart more fully to the Lord. Thanks for the opportunity!

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  1441. candice bennett

    I would give it to my 18 year old daughter. I have two girls the other is 8, I had my oldest when I was 18 and I wasn’t enstilling in her the importance of god and the bible and how important it is to live a christian life.but that 8 year old she is ON IT.. let me tell you, that baby sends me scriptures reads her bible two hours a day and rights notes about what she read.We have been trying to get the older girl on board but she gets on and falls off, So I think this would be good for her.

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  1442. Ann : )

    Know a young mom who would enjoy this.

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  1443. Holly D.

    My niece, Nicole. she is 12, and is learning who she is, and Whose she is. she and her Mom and sister just started going to church, and she LOVEd to read, so I think this book would be an amazing way to help her learn more about who she can become! thanks Hope. =)

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  1444. shannon johnson

    I would give to my daughter Allison. She is really struggling in a lot of areas being 14 years old and I would love if this book help her to grow in her relationship wiuch He loves her!

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  1445. Shannon

    I would give this to a younger friend who is struggling through single motherhood and family illness and dysfunction. She has had a curve ball thrown to her recently and is feeling powerless and scared as she seeks God in her upcoming decisions for her and her daughter. I believe this gift set, especially the book would be a true blessing and encouragement to her! Thanks for answering God’s call and writing the book with your mom. I look forward to sharing it with my girls when they get older! Blessings, Shannon

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  1446. Erica A

    I would love to share this with my niece!

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  1447. Jadie

    I thought of my niece, who is graduating high school this year, immediately when I read the excerpt. What an awesome book for young women!

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  1448. Diane W. Bailey

    I cannot think of one thing more exciting than a mother and daughter, elbow to elbow, writing together! Congratulations! So happy for both of you!

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    • Diane W. Bailey

      Oh, and by the way, If chosen, I would give it all to my 13year old ( step) grand-daughter. i am always trying to find fun and meaningful items to give to her. I want her to know that though she has not come through my genes, she is mine none-the-less. ( She might need to share the starbucks =))

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  1449. Madonna

    This would be an awesome gift for my niece Kassidy. She just turned 16 so she is very mobile now. Having something fun to bring her closer God is so much better than listening to all of us old fogies. 🙂

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  1450. Christi Raczynski

    I would love to give this to my daughter. She has watched me read and grow from When Women Say Yes to God and I know this would be AWESOME to read through together, paint our nails over coffee (in her case hot chocolate) and grow closer to our Lord and Savior. 🙂

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  1451. Michelle Glenn

    I would so love this prize. Mydaughter is becoming a young lady and she would love this.

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  1452. Wendi Westmoreland

    I would give this lovely gift to my oldest daughter, Kinsie, who is a Senior in highschool and will be graduating in just 2 months. She has truly been the sweetest daughter. She hardly ever gets into trouble and she has never been disrespectful to me. She loves the Lord deeply and passionately. She also loves people and has a heart to reach out to the underdog. She has gone to El Salvador twice for two summer mission trips and truly loved the experience. She wants to go back again. She wants to be a nurse and I know that she will be a very good one because she is very nurturing. She has a boat load of compassion and more mercy in her little finger than I have in my whole body. I am excited about her future and I know that God has BIG plans for her. I have read the adult version of this book and I know that it spoke to me. My copy is highlighted, tabbed and wrote all over. I refer back to it a lot. I know that this young woman’s version would be a great book for Kinsie. Thanks for writing this young woman’s version. Blessings, Wendi

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  1453. Nancy

    I would give it to a young woman from our church who is answering God’s call to work in ministry. She will be going away to further her education on the East Coast. It would be a great way to let her know that her West Coast support team will be with her.

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  1454. Lori

    I would definitely give this to my daughter, who is a freshman in college.

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  1455. Teresa

    I would give it to my 19 year old daughter. She has been acutely ill for 13 months. I really feel this book would give her hope for healing and a renewal of her Faith.

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  1456. Hannah R.

    Without a doubt, I would give this book to my sister. I can’t even count on my fingers how many times I have wanted to give up on this life, be completely done with changing myself for the better and doing God’s will. I have never given myself enough credit. My sister has always believed in me and held my hand, but she didn’t give me sympathy – she told me exactly what I didn’t want to hear. It was what I needed and God placed her in my life for a reason, and me in her life for a reason.

    Last night we were talking about finally saying yes to the opportunity God has placed before us, and making the decision to win in life, to inspire others, to bless others and so much more. I read the devotion this morning on Encouragement for Today and I cried. Flat out cried at work, didn’t care at all. It shocked me and tugged at my heart, we were just discussing all of that last night. What are the chances? God definitely is telling me, “Get going, Hannah! Quit focusing on circumstances and look up! Quit focusing on yourself and focus on others. Look up to Me and see all of the great blessings I will provide for you!”

    Thank you, Hope and Lysa, thank you so much! God bless:)

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  1457. Holly Gill

    My first daughter Danae would be the recipient of this give away. When she was little and I asked her what she wanted to be she told me she wanted to be a dance teacher (danae danced from the age of 3 – 18) At that time in my life I thought making money was important and so I told her she would never make any money as a dance teacher and would want to pick something that would make money. 24 years later my thoughts have changed and I know that being happy at what you do is so much more important then how much you make. Danae graduated from college with a degree in communications and got a job where she made pretty good money for a young women, and doing work she thought she would love. She realized that she wasn’t happy though and that sitting behind a desk wasn’t what she wanted. To make this short she started taking ballroom dance lessons, put money into training and a year later is teaching ballroom dance to others. She also teaches 3 – 6 year olds at another studio, she makes enough to pay her bills but more importantly is doing what she loves and what I believe is a talent given to her from God.

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  1458. Charlette

    I would give it to my daughter’s Bible study leader. She is a college student who loves the Lord with all her heart. My daughter is in middle school and I am so
    thankful she has young women in her life to teach and mentor her and help her grow in her walk with Jesus.

    men to mentor her as to how women

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  1459. Sarah Barnhart

    I would give this to my sister, Michaela. I think this would really get her thinking about her identity in Christ and who she is and who she wants to become. Thank you so much for this opportunity.

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  1460. Deanna

    I would get alittle something to several people in my life that are special to me. Jewlery to my sister, hat to my niece, book to neighbor girl and her mom, gift card for my boys, and the polish and bag for me or my secret sister:) Just started your moms Unglued Bible study today!! excited.

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  1461. Raquel

    I would give it to my older sister Claudia who is 24. She hasn’t made that decision yet to fully surrender her life totally to god. The time is coming When that will happen God will be glorified this would encourage her greatly.

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  1462. Kathy Horst

    I would give this to my oldest daughter Nicole. She is a senior in high school and is looking forward to starting nursing school in the fall. I am so proud of the strong woman she is becoming and am so thankful and blessed that through her teenage years she has remained faithful to God and has stood up for her faith. What an inspiration she is to me. I know she will do great things for the Lord!

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  1463. Kristin Whitney

    I would give this book to my daughter. She is going through a rough time right now and although she loves Jesus with all her heart she is struggling with why she is going through some hard things right now. She is wanting to follow him and his will but it can be scary. So that’s who I would give it to.

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  1464. Elizabeth Austin

    I would give the book to my granddaughter, Morgan, who will be 15 on April 25th. She was healed from leukemia which she had when she was 5 years old. We are very close. She has written 2 school assignments about our relationship; the first is about my being the person who has guided her through her life and the second is about the person she would most like to be with in heaven. Morgan loves the Lord, serves Him in the children’s nursery, and has taken a mission trip to Tennessee with her junior high group last year. Morgan has Godly standards and would be blessed to have this book.

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  1465. Sheri

    I would give this to my teenage daughter because I think she would enjoy finding out what happens when she says “yes” to God!! 🙂

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  1466. Vickie

    I would give this to my daughter who is in high school. While I accepted Jesus as my Lord and Savior at an early age, I did not completely submit all areas of my life to him. It wasn’t till after I became an adult and struggled through many situations on my own did I realize how much more peace I would have if I only trusted God to see me through! My prayer is that she will learn to totally rely on God for any and all decisions in her life! I know it would be a Blessing to me too!

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  1467. Katrina Henderson

    I would give the gift to my daughter. She just turned 11 and I would like her to experience the relationship with God that I have. I want her desire for God to be so much greater than mine and I believe your book will help her see from another person’s perspective. I have been wanting to buy the book but financially just haven’t had it. Whew that’s hard to admit but I have to be transparent!

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  1468. Jackie Johnson

    This is so stinkin awesome you guys rock and encourage us to be more awesome for Jesus. I can’t wait to read the book because I work with high school youth and they are just going through some dark stuff even when they are wanting to be all about the Lord. Also give it to my little sister who is going through all the stuff you talk about in your book. She was once on fire for God but is really struggling with her faith being a freshman in college and not know what to do. She just needs something to spark that flame again. Love it and all the stuff!
    Thanks and Blessings
    Jackie

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  1469. Tammy Reynolds

    I would donate the book to my church library, as there are many girls that would love to read it. As for the rest of the gifts, I would give them to my sister in law, Beth. She is actually more like a sister that I don’t have! She has seen me through some most difficult times! Thanks for letting me share!

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  1470. Rebekah Thummel

    I would give it to my best friend. She is having brain surgery this next week and she has been so amazing in my life. She is truly seeking after God’s heart and I know that it would be a huge blessing to her to be able to receive this. 🙂

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  1471. Kathy D.

    My daughter who will graduate next year and has a heart for mission work. I think this would be a nice gift for a young woman who is growing faith and discovering the Lord’s purpose for her life.

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  1472. lynn guilmette

    What an awesome blessing this would be for my teenage daughter especially the book. These teenage years are an identity crisis for teens. They want to please the wrong people and try to fit in and lose their identity in Christ. Thank you for the encouraging words.

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  1473. Susie Wolfe

    I would give this to my wonderful daughter Haley. She has had a rough time with her friends in relationships and she is still waiting for Mr. Right. I assure her God has a plan & trusting His timing is always best. She is an encourager yo all those aroind her

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  1474. Roberta

    First I love your blog today. You are an inspiration. Your mom must be so proud of you.
    I would give your offer to my daughter. She is beautiful with a great spirit and always willing to learn new ideas. Keep being a blessing to others. God Bless.

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  1475. Jacqui Robertson

    I would gift my great-niece with these wonderful items. She is a sophomore in college where she is a newspaper editor and RA in the dorm. In a few weeks she is going on a special work trip to Japan. She is quite a young lady!

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  1476. Crystal

    I would give this to the daughter of one of my good friends. She just turned 13 last December and she is starting to struggle with self-image. Some of her “friends” have been calling her ugly and she is believing them. A group of us “older” women have been trying to encourage her to see how beautiful she is both inside and out.

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  1477. Lisa Hall

    Hope, I would give this to one or both of my daughters… To share and do the study together over the summer. Faith is 21 and is in nursing school. She has been working so hard. She doesn’t get a lot of “off” time. Lexie (middle name Hope) is fixing to graduate high school. She has been so stressed about her college choice. Just last week she was upset saying…. Everyone’s got it figured out but me! That’s how it seems to her! She doesn’t know what she wants to be yet so thank you for this devotional! It was perfect for today and I will share today’s devotional with both Faith and Lexie! Bless you!! Lisa Hall

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  1478. Shelly Wildman

    Those are some beautiful and wise words, Hope. Thank you for writing this with your mom.

    I have two daughters in college right now, so if I win, I will definitely give the package to one of them–or both! (They can share.) I’d love to have them read your book!

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  1479. Joyce

    My only granddaughter, amongst four grandsons, would be the recipient. She is graduating in May from a Christian college here in the midwest. My grandchildren are my heart’s concern in this day and age.

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  1480. christy k

    I would give it to my younger sister. She has just recently moved down here to better her life and children’s. Unfortunately our parents aren’t the best role models and have let addictions take over there life, so she always felt obligated to try to help them but that has left her in bad situations. She has a beautiful heart but doesn’t have a relationship with God. Since she has moved her with me I’ve been having her join me for church. And sharing my love &relationship with God. I am praying that one day she will ask God into her heart, and she has already read a few of my women Bible studies books and has been asking me lotsof questions. Which I think God had been smiling down knowing that she’s that much closer to him.

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  1481. shaun

    I would love to give this to my niece. She is struggling with some things right now and this would be a blessing to her.
    Thanks!

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  1482. Kathy

    Hello!
    I would divide this between my two daughters. They are both married and are wonderful girls to have. My daughters were raised without a father but know that God loves them and I love them.

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  1483. Sara B

    I would give it to my 15 yo daughter. She is a beautiful gift to me and I pray I can help encourage her through her high school years. My hope is she finds true peace in trusting God along the way, as high school can be hard. Thanks for the opportunity!

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  1484. renetta

    I would give this to my beautful daughter. she is a senior this year and at the cusp of her new life!! She is amazing and gifted and although I am sorry to have her move on to college I am so excited to see how God will grow her and stretch her and bless her life!!

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  1485. Laurie

    I would love the opportunity to give it to the 2 young ladies with whom I shared a dorm room on a recent Mission trip. It was both of their first adventures, and they were such troopers in the midst of many new experiences in a third world country.
    They participated in every opportunity to serve, worship and learn more with such enthusiasm. They played with the young kids, painted houses, and expressed deep thoughts during group sharing. They were great to be with and I think the book may encourage them in their walk with Christ.

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  1486. Nivea LaPlaca

    I have a great friend named Lori Smith and she has the biggest heart for God. She always is encouraging me with scripture and just her faith in God alone is enough to inspire anyone. I have a special needs child and their are days that she helps me get through the day. I would love to give back to her and this is a nice way.

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  1487. Andrea Gautschi

    I would give the gift pack to my sweet young daughter. She’s becoming such an independent young woman and I long to see her grow up to love God. She’s definitely my “right-hand” girl who is always willing to help me with anything around the house and challenging my mind with “why” and “what-if” questions. She’s so curious and eager to try new things and explore the world around her. I am enjoying watching her grow up.

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  1488. stacey

    We will be having our final Mom’s Group meeting in two weeks and I’d have a drawing and give it to one of the moms. One of our favorite studies this year was focused your mom’s book, Unglued!

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  1489. Donna Hilner

    I have read the original version so I believe my niece who is at a spot in her life where this would benefit her.

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  1490. Damaris Pellegrino

    As soon as I read this excerpt I immediately thought I would love to read this book with my daughters….it is my deepest desire for them to know Christ deeper every day. The part you wrote about whose you want be – immediately I said in my heart “yes Lord may this be me and my girls all the days of our lives. ” thanks for sharing – a true blessing…

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  1491. Dena Evans

    I would give this to my youngest daughter. She has strayed from church and her lifestyle is one that may lead to legal, mental and emotional issues. She’s a BIG reader and I have tried reaching out to her without success. She is a child of God but her lifestyle in no way projects that. Please pray for her. Her name is Alecia and she is 22. God bless you Hope and your mom in all you do for the work of The Lord.

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  1492. ana

    I would give this to my 16 daughter. She is adopted and has cerebral palsey. Her cerebral palsey affects her physically getting around but mentally she is very smart and gets really good geades in her classes. Amanda stughles with her relationship with God bc of her disability & abandonment by her parents. She loved the Lord but still thinks that she can’t possibly mean much to him since she’s disabled and her own parents abandoned her. She has come a long way since she’s been adopted but recently I noticed she’s been changing from being a bit doubtful to having resentment. I know that God has an awesome plan and purpose with her and I can’t wait for her to see and believe that. She is really amazing and strong. Loves to talk even if no one is listening she goes on and on. I can see her in some leadership role in her future. Thank you for reading. Have a blessed day 🙂

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  1493. Jan Heinen

    I would give this to my 20 yr old daughter who loves God but is finding it very difficult to walk the “straight and narrow”. She recently (on Easter) rededicated her life, but has no Christian friends, co-workers around her to support her as she lives away from home. thank you for the opportunity!

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  1494. Kim Hawthorne

    I am a high school teacher and I feel that is my mission field. Daily I pray for the young men and ladies in my classes and daily I ask God to show grace and love to these students. I realized this year that I need to be the love and light of Jesus in my classroom because so many of my students do no feel loved. Thank you today’s devotional on knowing your mission field. I feel blessed daily to be working in the mission field God has called me to.

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  1495. Stephanie W

    I’d pass it on to my sister who has all girls! Train up a child!!

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  1496. alisa

    Those are great questions-who do you want to be and even more importantly whose do you want to be! Something i didn’t think about when i was younger and now want to continue to ask myself. Thank you for the blog you wrote! I am so thankful for the words the LORD gives and how He never gives up on us!

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  1497. Linda

    Thank you Hope for jumping in & sharing on your mom’s blog. It’s always nice to hear from you.
    I would love to give this gift of Friday Favs to my two daughters~ Alanna is almost 20 & Maria is 17! Both trying to walk in the light of our Lord but it’s a struggle when their older brother, after being away for the past 4 years in college, has been questioning Jesus, who was He really & why go to church! Hard place to be in when they look up to him!!!!
    Thank you.

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  1498. Bobbie Drew

    I would give this to my friend Bonnie. She is a teacher at the school I work at. I have just begun my walk with Christ and she has been so helpful. She has never judged me with my lack of knowledge of the bible and has shown nothing but patience to my many questions.

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  1499. Sue

    I would love to give this to my oldest granddaughter who is 21 yrs old. I am proud of Kaylyn because of her ambition and hard work. She is married, has a baby, works & goes to school. She is a Christian, but a lot of her friends are not and she struggles with the temptations these friends pose when she hangs out with them.

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  1500. Gina

    Hi, I love to give away my favorite things to my friends, I work in the high school & there are so many hurting young girls searching for so much, I would love to bless one of them with the truth. Thanks:)

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  1501. lisa.C

    I would give it to my best friend…I have been through a lot this past year….When things go bad …you see real fast who your friends are…..been sooo blessed to call her a true friend….

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  1502. ct

    I would love to share this with my daughters 🙂

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  1503. Angela

    I would LOVE to give this to my beautiful daughter. She will be 16 this year. My prayer is that she makes God her true love. I pray that, when the time is right, the man in her life Loves God more then her.
    I would be honored if you choose my daughter to receive this gift.

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  1504. Geralyn

    My 15 year old daughter would benefit from this book. She rolls her eyes at me when I talk about God, but when I hand her a book, she absorbs. The nail polish wouldn’t hurt either. 😉

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  1505. Kristi

    I would love to give part if it to my daughter and part to her best friend who’s mom isn’t involved in her life.

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  1506. Patty

    I would love to give this to my niece. She is a strong young lady but like everyone, she can always use some type of support in developing herself!

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  1507. Debra

    I’ll give it to my cousin Sharonn because, she always make sure other family members needs are met if it’s in her power. She will give her last to anyone. Her gift is giving, and I want to bless her and surprise her. Thank you

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  1508. Gretchen

    I would give this to one of my employees who is very active in her Church but she is going away to school next fall and I always talk to her about your Lysa’s books and I think she might need a little guidance once away from home/Church so she continues to make good decisions that she will be proud of once finished with school. I already ordered the book for myself but I just can’t help but feel like it would make a great going away gift for any young lady!

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  1509. catherine

    I would give this to a student of mine who seems a little lost lately and might enjoy getting an unexpected gift.

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  1510. Dawn

    I would give it to my sister-in-law who has been a big help in the past few months while I have been dealing with some tough times. She is an awesome inspiration and I feel she deserves this!

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  1511. Andrea Bogart

    I would love to bless my mommy with a gift of hope. She is the rock in our family and has had a rough couple weeks staying beside my dad while he is enduring treatment for prostate cancer. My dad is not a believer and is so angry about cancer and often takes it out on her. Yet everytime I see her or talk to her she reacts with strength and the will to be postive, encouraging and choose to bless him in actions, words and many prayers. She brings me hope that her persistent love for my father will help him see our Father in heaven who gives us hope, and life!

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  1512. Crystal

    I would give this to my niece. She has had trials no girl should ever have to go through, and I know that she needs direction and a reminder of her worth found in her Creator so that she can yes to His plans for her life.

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  1513. Kelly Thurber

    I would give this to my oldest daughter to encourage her as she continues to say yes to God and trust that He is working on the man He has for her. She struggles because her younger sister is getting married next month and has never had a boyfriend herself/
    Blessings,
    Kelly

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  1514. Kate

    I would give to my friend who deserves it the least and is difficult to love. That’s how Jesus lived and how I need to be better at living.

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  1515. Cara Triezenberg

    Loved this blog!!! Brought me back to high school when I went on my first mission trip!!!!

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    • Cara Triezenberg

      I would give this gift to my sister in high school who’s trying to figure out her next move in life!!!

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  1516. Mandi

    I would love to give this to my 12 yr old daughter! She has such a big heart for the Lord and is encouraging young girls to follow Him and learning to live her own life through Him. One day she hopes to do mission work helping children learn about God and His love. She’s always had such a gentle soul about her; this would be such a blessing coming from an inspirational woman like you 🙂 thank u

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  1517. RUTHONA WASINGER

    I WOULD GIVE THIS BOOK TO THE DAUGHTER OF ONE OF MY SUNDAY-SCHOOL CLASSMATES.HER PARENTS ARE DIVORCED AND HER MOTHER
    IS VERY CRITICAL. SHE IS A VERY SWEET GIRL AND I THINK THAT THIS
    BOOK WOULD AN ENCOURAGEMENT TO HER.

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  1518. Jackie

    My friend, who has fallen away from God, is desperately in need of this book. She is separated from her husband and raising an autistic daughter on her own. We live at the Jersey Shore and I can just see her relaxing in a beach chair, wearing the hat and reading this ‘good book’. She would pamper herself with the nail polish and sip an extra large iced coffee, while soaking up the sun and your wise advice.

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  1519. Tasha

    I would give the book to my younger sister, the necklace to myself because it is adorable!! The hat to my best friend b/c she would love it, the tote to my other sister because she could really use it and the nail polish to my mom!

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  1520. Michele

    I would love to pass this book on to a young girl I know.

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  1521. Karen Elizabeth Smith

    What fun! I would give this to my 13-year-old daughter. She is a delightful young lady walking through those same teenage questions. She would enjoy all the treats in the bag, and I know we would both enjoy reading the book. Our family is getting ready to grow through adoption and I enjoy times when I can share a special treat with her – before I find myself sharing time with three new kids.

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  1522. msawyer

    What a great gift! I would give this to my friend Courtney, who is a most special friend. Her & her husband Adam are moving away in June. They have been called by God to plant a church in Milton, PA. She loves Starbucks, & this would be great for her to share with a new friend-Thanks & God Bless!

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  1523. Kristen

    Hope, you are an inspiration! I’m currently in nursing school and hope to participate in some medical missions once I’ve graduated. I would pass the gift on to my niece who goes on annual mission trips to Haiti.

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  1524. Jeanne Schulze

    I would give this to my daughter Madeline. She graduated with a pre-counseling degree and works in all the schools in the Whiteside County. She mentors 2 hours a day during lunch time at a different school every day with “at risk” girls ranging from middle school, junior high and high school. She does activities that focus on the very thing your chapter discusses and this could be a book she could read and pass on to them. I saw your book in a Church Christian bookstore at Scottsdale Bible Church in Arizona and almost bought it for her. Thank you for your strong witness to young girls.

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  1525. Karlyn Sugg

    I would love to give this to my daughter. She turns 14 tomorrow. She will begin high school next year. She is such a special girl who loves the Lord. I know God has big plans for her. I know she is pressured at school, as all young people are, but she continues to stay strong. I want her to continue growing in the Lord. This book would be a great way to keep her focused on God and what he has planned for her. Thank you!

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  1526. Stephanie Martin

    I would give this to a special friend. She is a young mother and would love the tote and hat to enjoy a quiet day at the beach by herself. I know she would love the book. She is growing closer to the Lord everyday and I know this book would really help her on her journey!

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  1527. Renee

    I would give this book to my granddaughter. We talk about the what do you want to be question. I tell her to God seek in that area. I really like the way you put it in your book.

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  1528. Janell

    I would love to give this to my niece who will be in high school next year. She loves God and I think this book would just inspire her to keep living her life for God.

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  1529. Monica

    My daughter, Chloe. I want to further encourage her relationship with Christ!

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  1530. Renee

    I would give this book to my granddaughter. We talk about that question. I tell her to seek God in that area. I like the way you put it in your book.

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  1531. Bianca Kania

    I would give this to my 12 year old daughter who is growing in her faith & learning more about God everyday, she is a amazing , bright young lady & this book would be amazing for her journey with God!!!!

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  1532. Marilois

    I would give this to my nieces ages 15 and 13. They know the Lord, but I think this would help them navigate the potentially rough waters ahead. You are such an inspiration and blessing! I love hearing stories of the “next generation” who are sold out to the Lord.

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  1533. Nola Goodrich-Kresse

    I would give this to my husband’s beautiful daughter, Joanna, who just celebrated her 26th birthday and is recovering from a broken ankle. Joanna is a missionary with BASIC college ministries and is planning on her first international mission trip soon. She is a delight and a blessing. Jo glows with the love of Jesus and has a wonderful heart for the LORD and sharing His living word.

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  1534. Karin Moone

    I would give this gift to my future daughter-in-law, Kaitlyn. Kaitlyn’s birthday is May 9th, my son and Kaitlyn are graduating from college together on May 11th, and they are having a combined graduation/engagement party. I would love to be able to give her a special, Christian-based gift. Kaitlyn and I are going to the Joyce Myers/Priscilla Shirer women’s convention together in September. How wonderful that my son is going to share his life with this young woman! I want to do whatever I can to encourage them in their walk with Christ.

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  1535. Laura Mc

    I would give this to a girl in my class. I am a teacher in a public school and I am always searching for ways to bring God in to my classroom. He has presented himself many times this year through this sweet girl. She is very aware of whose she is and she shares it any chance she gets. She is truly my inspiration this year!

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  1536. Julie Scott

    I would give this to my daughter for her upcoming 14th birthday. She has recently accepted Jesus as her Saviour and I know it would help her in her walk. I have been looking for a present for her baptism and this would be amazing. She is such a precious, sweet, caring young lady. I know God has big plans for her. He told me this when I was pregnant with her. 🙂

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  1537. Amy

    Two years ago, I became a Christian at the age of 43, despite being raised in another religion. I have found so much peace, comfort and hope since then and can only imagine how much I would have benefitted from it as a teenager. My own daughter will turn 13 years old in June, and although she has been raised as a Christian, I know she hasn’t fully grasped the true meaning or felt the true benefit of having a relationship with God. I would love to give this book to her as a birthday gift as she embarks on her teenage years in hopes that she will grow in her relationship with God.

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  1538. Coline Worthy

    I would give this gift to my amazing daughter, Chloe’ who is a student at Auburn University. We have just come off an amazing “Prayer Answered” week with one of her co-workers. I really should write it all down before I forget the minute details of the story. I’ll make it quick. A co-worker confided in Chloe’ that she planned to have an abortion last Saturday morning. Long story short, Chloe’ was robbed of her last ditch effort to move this girl’s heart on Friday and knew that she would not have the opportunity to help save the baby and ultimately the girl’s future on earth and eternally. We prayed and prayed and prayed…had lots of people praying and finally on Saturday morning Chloe’ sent this girl a text and asked “Are you on your way to have your procedure?” (I was praying frantically! Even asked that God just cause the car to break down or something!) The girl texted back “No. I can’t do it.” AHHHHH!!!!!!! We are still praising Him!! It was a prayer answered! Plain and simple. Anyway, I have an incredible daughter who is on a fantastic journey with God. She loves people and she loves the Lord. And I love her so much! Would love to be able to give her your gift! God bless you and the work you do!

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  1539. Janet

    I would give this to the lovely young lady who lives next door. I have watched this beautiful young girl (18 years old) struggle with mental disabilities as long as I have known her. I have seen her be happy and coping with her struggles, I have seen her almost starve herself to death trying to be “normal”, I have seen her suffer from rejection and hurtful comments and words of other children and adults as well. But through it all what I see today is a beautiful young lady who loves The Lord and who is turning to HIm for direction and healing in her life. She has surrendered to HIm and is learning (through much prayer and patience) to trust The Lord. Today I see a courageous girl who is embracing her life journey, accepting what God has given her and working hard to return those gifts. She raises money for an organization that provides funding for girls with eating disorders that wouldn’t otherwise be able to receive treatment. She is a true inspiration to me and I would love to give this gift to her, another affirmation of how special she is not only to God but also to me, her “aunt” in heart…

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  1540. bd shef

    Thank you so much for todays encouragement. I really was in need of some positive wOrds. I have a daughter who send too be struggling with her identity and where she fits in. Often my suggestions seem too irritate rather than help. Your approach may be the answer i have been praying for and seeking. Thanks again for today’s devotion. Good things happen when you least expect and remind us that God is in control .

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  1541. rachelvd

    I’d take it all to the beach w/ a friend!!

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  1542. Kelly Maine

    Hi! Great job. 🙂 I would give this to my beautiful daughter, Emily Grace. She recently turned 16 and is the oldest of 10 children, 3 of whom are from Liberia. She just got her driver’s license today. Lately she has been really discouraged, and it has been coming out in some hard ways. My heart aches for her. I grieve over the struggles young people must deal with today. As the oldest, Emily must confront her insecurities and frailties without being broken and losing sight of the arms of Christ always there to catch her when she falls. I know this gift set would encourage her tremendously. You seem to be kindred spirits. Many blessings to you!

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  1543. Heidi Stephens

    My 16 yr old daughter! She is having a rough time with friends right now 🙁

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  1544. Rachel

    I would give them to my daughter. I feel like I’ve let her down because of my divorce with her father. I would like for her to read the book and find within herself the person she wants to be in Christ. We went on a mission trip in 2007, and I know it changed her life. I just want her to come back and remember that again.

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    • June

      Dear Rachel,

      I want you to know I’m praying for you and your daughter tonight.

      God Bless
      June

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  1545. Rebecca

    Hi Hope,
    It was encouraging and a blessing to meet you; to see the faith that resides in your mother passed on to you, yet presented in the unique voice God has given you. There are many young women I want to encourage. Honestly, I would read the book and then prayerfully consider who it is that God wants me to give to the most. The person who comes in mind (without reading it first) is my sister-in-law, who accepted her Savior and Lord last Friday on Good Friday.

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  1546. Angel

    I would give this to my daughter. I have read What Happens When Women Say Yes to God and it was a life
    Changer. After going through a very lengthy seperation with my husband, I want my daughter to have a solid
    relationship with Jesus.

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  1547. Christina Hall

    I would give this gift to my beautiful daughter. She will soon be 14 and a freshman when school starts in the fall. It seems like just yesterday we were registering for Kindergarten and now we are going to freshman orientation in a few days.

    Dear Lord, how is this possible that you answered our prayers and she grew up so fast? We thank you Lord for the privilege of training up your child – please continue to show us how to do this awesome task! In Jesus Name, Amen!

    I think this sweet, beautiful child is growing and trying to keep up with everything and everyone and I am sure it is overwhelming! Hope, I believe this book would be a valuable asset to her. (….and of course all of the other goodies!)

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  1548. Paula

    I would give this to my three daughters to share because they are sweet girls who love the Lord. I’ve always told them that God has a special purpose for their lives and I think the book would be encouraging. Your mom has always inspired me so I’m not surprised that her daughter has such a strong faith also. 🙂

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  1549. Maude

    I would give them to my niece who needs encouragement to say yes completely to God.

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  1550. Becky

    I would like to give these gifts to my daughter who gave her heart to Jesus at the tender age of 7. She understood at a young age that she wanted to follow Jesus, and though the journey has been difficult at times her faith has remained strong. Right now she needs to be reassured and reminded that God is faithful and listens to the cries of His children. It has been a difficult year in her life and the uncertainty of the future looms before her..She is praying, listening and waiting for the still small voice of God.

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  1551. Diana

    I would give this package of all your favorite things to a wonderful, encourager and friend of mine. Erin Baan is a fearless and faithful young mom of 4 gorgeous children.
    Today I pray for her – I pray that God will heal her feet. She has recently injured BOTH of her feet and is in a significant amount of pain. I think a fun giveaway package like this would brighten her day.

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  1552. Karen Hosler

    Well, I would give this to my best high school friend…..we’ve been out a considerable number of years, who is a new Christian. She is helping her Mom who has been recently diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer that is basically going to take her home to glory. As a new Christian, she is struggling with this idea of her Mother being taken home soon. I would love to give this to her as a stepping board to open more conversations about how freeing it is to say yes to our awesome Lord and let him be the sovereign leader he is. Thank you for considering us.

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  1553. Lisa H

    I would give them to the young lady (aged 20) that I have been mentoring for the last three years. I have saw her grow tremendously in her walk with Jesus during this time. She has a great calling on her life and is beginning to fearlessly walk where God has called her to walk.

    Lisa

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  1554. Lana Ansley

    I would give it to my daughter’s small group leader. I appreciate all she does for my daughter & know this could touch several girls lives.

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  1555. Carla M. BeM

    I would give this gift to my precious girl who has been injured by the youth group she tried to fit in to for 3 yrs. We attend my husbands home church and it is a fairly large church. Many of the youth there seem to be happy with the firends they already have. Therefore, they have disregarded many kids over the years.
    Carly loves the Lord, but, says she isn’t ever going back to church. My heart cries. She is a junior in high school and will go out into the world some day, in the not to distant future, with a skewed opinion of Christians.
    BTW- I’ve come to look forward to your new books from Prov. 31 ministries. My Sat. morn Bible study group has studied 3 of them.
    I pray for Prov. 31 ministries,
    God bless

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  1556. Brandi Mathis

    I would give it to my mom. She is one of the strongest and sweetest people I know. Last fall I took her to a Women of Joy conference in San Antonio – she had a blast! She always shied away from church – the small town I grew up in is full of Church-goers that would rather point their fingers than love some one, but she always encouraged me to go. She has recently decided to try the Cowboy Church out – she knows a good many people that attend it, she wants to build her relationship with God. She is diabetic, and is struggling with her sugar levels. She has been fighting depression, and I know if she could just get right with God things would turn around for her!

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  1557. Cherie Kasper

    Hi, I love what I read from your book. I have a granddaughter who just turned 15 this last Sunday. She lives many miles away, I don’t get to see her personally to have talks with her about God. Our son, her father, also lives many miles away from her, although she does have a wonderful step-father who is taking really great care of her, her brother and her Mom. I would love to be able to gift this book to her.

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  1558. Kacey

    I would give this to my twin sister because we both just took a HUGE jump sending us from our home we owned in Kansas to the beach in South Carolina! God has been with us EVERY step of the way and I think she could use this “welcome to the beach” gift from Gods workers! She has faith that can move mountains and I would be honored if you would share this gift with my sister!!

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  1559. Elizabeth Jones

    I would share this with my daughter! She’s still young (4) but the principles are important to instill in her young heart even at such a young age. I remember struggling with my identity as a child and at times still do as an adult. My prayer and hope for her is that she be confident knowing she is a daughter of the King and that her identity should be found in what He thinks of her…that she is valued, loved, and created perfectly & uniquely by Him!

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  1560. JennyLynne Giesa

    I would take them to Raising Hope which is a parenting group I am blessed to be a part of at my church Hope Methodist-Voorhees, NJ. We just finished watching and discussing Unglued and it was such a cathartic experience for each of us!

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  1561. April M. Burrows

    Hi,
    I would give this to one of my half-sisters who, has strayed from her original view of Christianity. She has been influenced by some books she has been reading that are outside the realm of a Judeo-Christian faith. My only hope for her at this point is that she be touched by the Holy Spirit in such a way that would be undeniable to her, that she would not be able to see God in any other way but in the truth of who He is. She is such an incredibly beautiful person and I’d love to see her attain her true purpose.
    I’m the daughter of missionaries to Costa Rica whose parents divorced in the mission field. It’s a long story….:)

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  1562. Linda Confer

    I would give these to my granddaughter who is going through a rough time facing becoming a single parent and needs to know that God loves her.

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  1563. Kelley Brister

    I would make this a family gift to celebrate all the amazingly giving women in my life (including my daughters). When we join together for our annual Mother’s Day celebration, we could discuss the book & how mom’s, grandmother’s & great-grandmother’s choices in life, as well as the Good Lord has lead them through life & give my daughters reassurance that God will light the way & no worries are too big for God. Also, sharing the Starbucks gc with 1 grandmother, nail polish with another grandmother, book to share w/mom & daughters, necklace with other daughter, sun hat for great-grand. 🙂 celebrating an incredible history of Christian women that carry on their faith, patience, & love.

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  1564. Michelle

    I would give them to one of my son’s babysitters. She is a lovely young woman from our church. I think living in today’s society as a teen would be so difficult. It would be great to be able to encourage her to continue to ask who she wants to be and whose she wants to be.

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  1565. Angela Frame

    I would give this to Morgan. She’s a 9th grader in my girls small group. She would love it and read the book to. I just got her a Jesus Calling devotional and she loves it.

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  1566. Cora

    Hi Hope! I would give to my friend and co-worker Danielle- she moved here recently and she is feeling alone. This gift would definitely cheer her up!

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  1567. meredith

    I would give this to my amazing first born daughter Elizabeth age 13 who is starting to ask the really tough questions. She has such a heart for God and serving others, so it would be fun to treat her to something special. I got to meet Lysa in person this past weekend at a women’s conference; what a special lady- so funny, beautiful, and right on with things.

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  1568. Margaret Cooper

    I would give to my granddaughter. At age 12 she going thru confirmation class to become a full member by profession of her faith in God to her church. I am proud she is accepting this promise for a Christian life now and for always. The book would give her more think about as she is challenged to walk the Christian pathway. Thank you. May you continue your writing to bless others just as your mom has blessed mine.

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  1569. amy

    Oh how refreshing to see a book like this out there….I would pass these “goodies” onto my daughters…..

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  1570. Cherie

    I would give this book to my 16 year old daughter. She struggles with identity, a relationship with God, and finding her path in life. She has had so many traumatic experiences throughout her lifetime. Raped at 12, became addicted to narcotics (RX meds) and lost her grandmother (nana), grandfather, and special needs uncle to a brutal murder a year and a half ago. She wants to be loveable to God and wants to have this relationship but she cannot seem to find the way to Him. We talk, go to church, and I try to hep her understand how but I cannot seem to give her what she needs to find the grace that is there for her. I cannot help her to understand that God loves her and wants her to just talk to Him. I am hoping that this book will help her. Right now I cannot afford much of anything since the passing of my mother, father, and little brother but hope to be able to purchase this book in the near future for her. I love her so much and just want her to love herself and know that God loves her. If you have any comments or suggestions that could help me to help her I would greatly appreciate it. Thank you so much for this and all that you give to mothers, daughters, and women all over the world. May God continue to bless you. Thank you. Most Respectfully, Cherie

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  1571. Kasey H.

    I would give this to my little sister. She is at a very impressionable age right now. I would really like for her to become comfortable with looking to and asking God for guidance. I don’t want her to make some of the same mistakes I have. I want her relationship with God to be strong before she reaches her teens so that she has a firm foundation in such a difficult and trying time in many girls’ lives.

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  1572. Sheila

    Dear Hope, It is so neat to see a young woman on fire for the Lord! I so believe in missions as I am a product of them. Born in Venezuela, I met the Lord through a group of faithful missionaries obedient to God’s calling to serve. You are making a diference in the lives of others, continue! God will so honor that. I will love to give your gifts to my daughter Daniella, she is going through a hard time of soul searching and needs to make some importantcdecisions about her walk with God and her future in school; I think she will benefit from the book especially and she will be encouraged to pursue God more; she needs to heat it from someone else besides her mom. Thanks so much.

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  1573. Lynnea Mueller

    I would give this to my daughter so we could have a great Bible study together

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  1574. Tanya H.

    I would give this to my daughter who is 17 and a Junior in HS. She is a follower of Jesus and has been ridiculed mocked and threatened because of her beliefs and her stance on gay marriage and homosexuality. I would love for her to be able to read this book and continue to “say yes to God!”

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  1575. Stephanie Pederslie

    I think I would give it to my daughter who is 10. Seems like a perfect age. Though my niece who is almost 15 might be good too! Heck, maybe I would let them share it! They could read the book together and have wonderful discussions about God! 🙂

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  1576. Rachel

    I would totally give this to my oldest niece! She is such an extraordinary young woman who is completely on fire for God!

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  1577. skye

    Hi Hope! The giveaway might be over but just wanted to say great job on the encouragement and the post! 🙂 I’ll try to remember to ask my kids “who do you want to be…”! 🙂
    I’d give most of the items to my daughter (or use them together, like the nail polish). Maybe the necklace to my mother-in-law… 😉
    Thansk!

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  1578. Isabel

    I would give this to my nieces, they are young beautiful women. They have had a difficult life, mostly by things done by their mother, and its not easy to belong to this family, let alone choose a better path. I am extremely proud of them in the way they are acting and the choices they are making, except the are still to accept Christ, the biggest and only, most important person and event in anyones life and I am afraid that they may be rejecting Him because of their family. I pray all the time for them to come to know Jesus.

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  1579. Isabel

    Lysa, You have an exceptional daughter!!. Thank you Hope, it is so refreshing to hear yound ladies talk they way you have. Thank you Lord.

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  1580. Donna Skomer

    I would give this to my precious almost 17 daughter, Shelby. She too went on her first mission trip last summer, flew by herself to Miami to meet up with the team of whom she knew no one. They went to Panama. It was life changing for her as well. I was so very proud of her for stepping out of her comfort zone, trusting God with her life and her summer plans and coming home a changed daughter of the King. She will be going again this summer but to Peru. My prayer for her is that she she will come home knowing who she wants to be! Thank you for giving me another question to ask teens instead of what do you want to do, I will now ask who do you want to be? Donna

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  1581. Gretchen B.

    I would give it to my Step Daughter, because blended families are VERY challenging. She needs to be encouraged to listen for God’s voice everyday, no matter what challenges are thrown our way. I think this book could help us become closer as a family.

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  1582. Yolanda Garcia

    I would love to give this to my sister who will greatly benefit from truly knowing what happens if she couragously said yes to God. Currently, she is facing a stronghold which is binding her to her past and quenching her spirit of joy. I’m sure this wonderful gift would be a sure confirmation for what she believes God is calling her to do and with that, she can take a leap of faith…knowing God is in control.

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  1583. Robin Sandlin

    I would give it to my friend Marlene . She is precious. Always willing to help anyone in need. She would never buy these things for herself , so I would sure enjoy giving them to her.

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  1584. Sharon Meekins

    My precious God-daughter Isabella!

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  1585. Jeanne Cordum

    Thank you so much for your emails. I always look forward to them every day. They always put me in a good mood. I have learned so much from you and to be a better person and mom.

    Thank You

    Jeanne Cordum

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  1586. diana stokes

    Hello Hope,
    Great reading what you had to say today. I would give this book to an 11 year old girl named Emily. She has come into my life recently and I bring her and her young sister to church every other sunday. How I have seen her grow in her faith in just a short time. She is always full of some many questions about God and Jesus. She is going through an emotional time right now and I encourage her every day to pray to God and to turn her fears over to Him. I am not sure she understands it all. I would love for her to read your amazing book. Then she can pass it on to her sister when she gets older.

    Have an amazing weekend and God bless!!
    Diana Stokes

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  1587. Dina

    I would give this book to my sweet daughter who is going to turn thirteen in June!!!

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  1588. Kelli

    I would give it to my daughter. I pray that she gets close to God and realizes that she is important to him. She has some struggles and does not have very many good friends and I think it would be a good opportunity for us to do a Bible study together. Thanks

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  1589. Becky

    I would love to share this with my daughter, one of the most incredible young women I know. She is heading off to college in the fall, and going on her first over seas mission trip. We see how incredible she is, but she is a worrier and like her mom tends to focus on logistics! God Bless

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  1590. Jessica Nelson

    I can’t wait to share this book with a young girl I work with! xo

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  1591. Noelia Evangelista

    We are planing on implementing family reading time during the weekends where we can each read our books together in a structured enjoyable manner. This is an idea I’ve had for quite some time and I’m finally making it happen. This book would be perfect for my 17 year-old daughter to start with!

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  1592. Cindy H in Texas

    I would love to give this to my daughter, who is about to be 13.

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  1593. Kim MacFarland

    Hi Hope…I would give this book to my daughter who is graduating from high school in June. I believe your book would be a great encouragement for her to keep on doing what she is doing and to not grow weary in doing what is right. I have enjoyed and benefited from all of your Mom’s books and believe my daughter would also reap the benefits of your insight. Plus it is good for her to see and read about other girls around her age who are choosing to follow God…thanks

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  1594. Amy DeFazio

    I would give this to one if the girl in my youth small group from my church. My husband and I work with the youth from our church and j have a small group with girl ages 15-18. I know one in particular who could really benefit from this! Thanks for all you do

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  1595. Denise

    I would give this gift to my daughter. She is expecting her second child and we just love the fact we’re bringing another little one into the world. I don’t thing she gets to enjoy herself and worries too much. I think this would give her some pleasure in just taking some time for herself.
    Thank you so much,
    Denise

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  1596. Jo Ann

    …I would encourage my daught-in-law with the gift. She is a old-fashion girl . She loves t her seven grandchildren. She pours her self into sharing her faith and heritage into their lives.

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  1597. Mandy Barr

    This gift would be perfect for my boss-lady, my friend, and mentor for the past two years. She is one of the most resilient women I know, having recently lost her father to a looong battle of Alzheimers. A year ago, she also found out that her now ex-husband had been staging a battle with pancreatic cancer in order to obtain narcotics. For years he had been doing horrible things…sleeping with other women, taking narcotics, and committing other types of fraud without her ever knowing. Once the truth came out and she proceeded with the divorce, he actually stole her “baby”, the sweetest dog…Miss Katie. She is a trained therapy dog, and he kidnapped her and held her hostage for a week until my boss finally found out where she was hidden. My boss has managed to get through it all with the fiercest attitude, and still find the positive out of such negative events. She is now extremely happy with a wonderful new man in her life that treats her like a princess. This free gift would be a great way I could say “thanks for just being you”.

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  1598. Michelle

    I don’t think my son would be happy if I gave him this gift (haha), but I am definitely forwarding this Blog to my 15-year old son who is going on his first Mission trip this summer. He is definitely at the point of figuring out who he wants to be…not who everyone else in 9th grade is…or who everyone else (including my husband and I) want or think he should be. I know one of the reasons he is going on this Mission trip, besides the fact that I told him it is time for him to go on one, is that he wants to find his own Faith and Not rely on ours. Thank You for sharing…I wish there was a book like this for boys 🙂

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  1599. Donna Hall

    I would give to my oldest daughter who is 23 years old and has put to much trust in herself and is very independent in her ways and marriage. My blessings and prayer is that thd book especially would open her eyes to the leading of Christ in her life and that there would be a transformation and renewing of her mind.

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  1600. Donna

    This magnificent book would go to my 14 year old grand daughter She is of the age where she is developing her independence She would make a wonderful lawyer because she debates everything It’s like she turns the shirt inside out to inspect the seams:) Just like we have to study our manuals for getting driver licenses , colleges SAT ‘s ect I wish every Mom, Aunt, & Grandmother would find tools to help them know who they are in Christ Then they would not be persuaded by the world! Planting seeds brings forth much fruit That old saying you know them by their fruits 🙂 I love Lysa that you & your Mom work together Thst is from heaven for sure!!! Have a blessed dat! You were fearfully & wonderfully made in your Mother’s womb:) Blessings!

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  1601. Renee Klein

    I would give this to two girls who have become great family friends. I have two boys and these two girls babysit for us and love our boys. They are both in high school and often deal with making hard choices. I met them through church and they have a beautiful family. We have talked many times, and I believe this would give them encouragement and empower them to take closer steps toward God and accept His will for their lives.

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  1602. Emily Carter

    I would give this to my stepdaughter, Ashley. She is a wonderful person, mother and friend to all that she comes into contact with. She has such a beautiful spirit and always invests the time with all who need her, and she is the most confident young woman I know. I am so proud of her, as she is a true example of faith and hope.

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  1603. Melanie

    I would love to share this with my 15 year old neice! I think she would love all your favorite things too and would live for her to read this book!

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  1604. Keli Zsolcsak

    I would give this to my daughters! One is at a crossroads in her life and I would LOVE to see her be encouraged and blessed with your book! She is 22 and wondering what to do with her life, My other daughter is 19 and thinks she has it all worked out if God is in it she will do it! It would be wonderful for her to be encouraged as well!

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  1605. Edie

    I would give it to my niece. Graduating from high school this year I think she would LOVE it.

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  1606. Vida

    What a fun giveaway! I would give this to my niece. She has one more year of high school. She has Jesus in her heart and it is my prayer that she remain strong in her walk when she goes out “in the real world”. I think she would really enjoy the read … And all the other fun goodies!

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  1607. Heather Rosario

    I would give it to my daughter, she is a senior and high school and has struggle with self identity. She and I are very close and we have lots of conversations about life and what lies ahead. I am a single mom with two girls but the age difference of 8 years gives me a chance to have a unique relationship with each of them. My daughter has had a tough year deciding on what college to attend and what she wants to be when she grows up, the poor thing was stressing out thinking that she had to know now. I reassured her to pray about it and ask for peace and wisdom. She has been spending more time in the word and I continue to pray for her daily. She has truly blessed my life, we have grown up together since I had her very young and I believe this book would give her some encouragement and strength.

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  1608. Stephanie

    I would give this book to our first ever foster daughter. Wow – God has been busy at our house!! My husband and I are in our 50’s and we surrendered to the call of God to become foster parents. We thought we did not want to foster teenagers, but boy, did God have different ideas. We have had “Brittany” for three weeks now. She is a young lady who is a “pre-Christian” as one of my dear friends says. She has made so many, many wrong choices in her young life, BUT GOD is working right now! We have already seen a difference in her attitude and her choices. I am so very excited for her as she is beginning to see how much God loves her and wants her. Even if we don’t win the book, please pray for Brittany. Thank you!!

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  1609. Jean

    I would give it to my granddaughter Raegan who is 15 going on 16. It is my prayer that the book would change her life. Right now the chooses her mom and her are making are not so grounded in faith. As a gift with the other gifts she might read it and see what really counts and has meaning in life….in her life. Love listening on 101.9 to your snippets. (Your mom’s that is).

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  1610. Paige Narrell

    I would give this to my teenage daughter. To reminder her that she is in his hands. To encourager her.

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  1611. Rhea Chladek

    I am blessed by your words! It truly is in the encounters that God places before us that we have ample opportunities to be a blessing to others.
    Recently, I was thinking about my husband’s Grandfather. Whenever he would be at a family gathering/dinner, he would say the blessing over the meal. He would always conclude with the words, “And help us to be a blessing to someone today.” That is my desire: for God to work through me daily, to be a blessing to someone.
    If I were to win this package, I would read the book with my daughter. She is 11 years of age, and has a kind, giving heart.

    🙂 Rhea

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  1612. NANCY

    Hi Hope!
    Thank you for sharing on Identity…so Essential. I would give this to Etha, aged 12 (13 soon) refuge from Myanmar who is the eldest of the youth she came here with. She is the go between them all, interpreting, watching out for the little ones. Her elders still speak little or no english and she won a high level Spelling bee as the result of Much study to learn english. She is Quite lovely, aged beyond her years with wisdom and loves God. I see her at church most weeks and this would be a lovely and fun Encouragement and reward for her- to ‘reach’ her where she is. Thank you. Nan

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  1613. Nancy

    After much thought, I believe I would give this to Lee….she is struggling, but trying very hard after living a sinful life and spending much time in jail. She questions everything….attends every church event….encourages those around her to pray for inmates….to send cards of scripture to them….and asks for prayer for herself that she continues to make right choices and have influence on those around her that have been her partners in sin…What a difference God is making in her life now! But we anticipate even more as we continue to encourage and lift her up…This would be a great encouragement to her if she were to receive it!

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  1614. Tammy Beyer

    I would give them to my daughter. She is 11 years old. She is kind and compassionate and loves to grow in the knowledge of Christ.

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  1615. Katie Wirth

    My friend Sarah Holloway, she is such a faithful servant. She has her own everyday struggles but is constantly looking out for others. She prays over her coworkers and friends as if they were own flesh and blood. She has a husband is deployed more tha at home and two rambunctious boys that she remains focused on and completely dedicated too. Never taking time for herself!

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  1616. Lisa

    In the past year I became aware of Lysa and her books. I LOVE Unglued and then I finished Made to Crave. I am excited about an opportunity to give a tool to my 3 teenage girls about being God’s girl and not conforming to our culture. Looking forward to the book! Thank you!!!!

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  1617. wanda

    So exciting, Hope!! I can’t wait to share the book with my 2 young adult daughters. 18 & 20!

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  1618. Leslie

    I would give it to my daughter (17) who is facing so many of these questions now. I love what you shared and look forward to reading this book!

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  1619. Sandy

    I would give this to my 14 year old daughter. She is really struggling right now in her walk with The Lord. She is suffering from some depression and cutting and really questioning God’s plan for her life. This would be such an encouragement to her. Please keep us in your prayers. I thank God for the ministry you have!

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  1620. Kitanya

    This would be given to my little (20yr old) sister and my cousins in college and HS! I want them to know God more but also to love Him.

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  1621. Carmen

    I would give this to one of my piano students – either sweet Natalie or sweet Rachel. Thanks for the giveaway!!

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  1622. Kathryn Hall

    Hey Hope,
    Thank you so much for sharing this! I lead my first small group this winter on your moms book. It us amazing and I can’t wait to read your book with my daughter. It is so important to me to teach her how honored we’re to be called daughters of God! You hit the nail on the head with whose do we want to be. Just like your mom said theres no greater truth than to be in Gods perfect will! when we line up to him and his truth our future is in his hands and all we gave to do us trust and follow! You’re so amazing and speak such wisdom! Bless you!!

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  1623. Tammy

    I would give this to my neice. She is older but still trying to find her way.

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  1624. Alvesa B

    I would give this to my daughter, my three bonus daughters and my two young adult neices. I pray for all of these girls dialy, three out of the 6 are struggling with “what do I want to be”
    Thanks,
    Alvesa

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  1625. Jennifer Radtke

    I would give it to my eldest daughter. She is my inspiration. She holds her faith strong and keeps it before her to push through her everyday troubles in school. We love wearing hats together and just hanging out. I think this would a fabulous next step for her.

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  1626. BARBARA KNAPP

    I would give it to my Mama. I think it would help her outlook on life, and her journey with the Lord.

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  1627. Terry

    I would give this to my 21 year old secretary. She has never been to church or introduced to God. We had a discussion one day about religion and she didn’t even know what a Christian was. It broke my heart that this sweet girl has missed out on such a special relationship with Jesus.

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  1628. Katherine F

    I would give this to my daughter. 🙂

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  1629. Virginia Butler

    I would give it to my daughter. She has been debating the idea of moving in with her boyfriend after graduation and I am desperate for her to see how wrong it is without being so pushy that she runs to it.

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  1630. Kim Breton

    My sweet daughter (15) and I are planning to do our first Bible study together this summer. She has had some challenges this school year (freshmen in high school) and I thought it would be good to refocus this summer. God is so amazing and I know His word can heal her much better than I could. Thank you for your willingness to share yourself for Him!

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  1631. Terri Armstrong

    I would give it to my daughter, Danielle, who is a senior this year. She’s coming to a much anticipated ending to high school and starting her grown up life. I worry, because when she was 11 we stopped going to our church and searched for a different church. This was very difficult, and eventually we stopped going regularly. I worry about the decisions she will make in the future, and know that I’ve not been the best role model. Even if I don’t get the package for her, please pray for her. Thanks.

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  1632. Debbie Guitian

    I would give it to our daughter! She is such a blessing…and would really appreciate the opportunity to bless her!
    Ask Micca Campbell about “Maxine” from last weekends retreat…she is our daughter!

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  1633. carolynn b

    Hi! I would give this to a young friend of mine who recently lost her father and lost her mother about 7 years ago. She has some learning disabilities as well. She tries very hard to do what is right. I think this book may do her well to encourage her along her journey as well as grow her relationship with our Father.

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  1634. Paige

    The black and white tote is screaming my moms name but I would have to keep the book! I want to read it!

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  1635. Carol Yearta

    Hi there,
    I would give this to my daughter……she just had a baby and is on her own. I would love for her to be able to say yes to God in her life right now! She needs Him desperately and I know He is patiently waiting for her to figure that out.
    Thank you so much for the fun giveaway today!
    Carol

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  1636. cindi sikora

    I am totally fascinated by the idea of this book. I do craft classes with a group of teen and older girls. We always have a time over God’s word studying on women in the Bible. I want them all to have a real relationship with the Lord Jesus and hope the book will offer me additional insight. The wonderful stuff I would give to my daughter who loves the beach AND we would share the book. May you continue living for Him.

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  1637. Mandy

    i love this for my daughter Anna:)

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  1638. Lydia

    I would love to give this to my baby sitter. I am expecting our 4th baby and she has been a tremendous blessing helping me with the other 3 children. I actually get to go to my doctor visits alone, thanks to her!! She is a sweet young lady and is at a time where she is unsure of what God has planned for her. This book would be great for her.

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  1639. Gretchen

    I would give it to my step daughter. She’s been through a lot the last few years and she needs to turn to God for strength.

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  1640. andrea

    Just bought three of your books can’t wait to get started! Which one to read first!??

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  1641. teri

    i would give the gift bag to a sister in church whos been a example for me of what it means to be a woman of god. i learn from her, get encouraged from her, laugh with her, and know i can trust her.she is a true prayer warrior, and in times when i call on sisters to pray or fast with me , shes there. she is a daughter of our king.

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  1642. teri

    that tote is screaming my name, im a tote women., but the other stuff is a sister in church all of her favorites.

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  1643. Jennifer

    I have four daughters so I know this book would be a valuable read for us!

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  1644. Jamie

    Well, this is going to sound selfish but I am a mom of 3 boys 4 and under and I need a day out so I would give it to myself! How is that for honesty! I would give the book to my friend who is raising a house full of girls and needs the encouragement to keep up the godly parenting. I hope you don’t find it horrible that I nominated myself. Sometimes to be a better mom and wife we need a day to get away and this would give me a little outing while still blessing my friend with the book. Thank you for your words. Sometimes I wonder if there are any godly young people out there and you proved that there are and that I need to keep up the good fight with my parenting and pray that my kids love the Lord and seek him like you are doing! Thank you!

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  1645. Julie

    Hope – You are so well spoken & have such heart. I hope that your passion is always strong. I would share this with my daughter. She is just becoming a teenager & that is the time where your faith can become shaky. I want her to have a strong family & a strong faith. We do our best as parents to help guide our children but hearing from someone who is her peer, that would be so helpful. Thank you for your many gifts.

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  1646. Alaine

    I would give this to my daughter!

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  1647. Terri S

    I would give this to my daughter. She deserves some fun! Thanks for the giveaway!

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  1648. Lisa

    I would give this to my daughter. As she enters her teenage years, I know there are going to be many times when she feels she is not good enough and she compares herself to her peers. I want her to know that God created her just the way she is and the He loves her and wants to know her.

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  1649. Jenifer Smith

    I would like to pass this to my daughter to give it as a gift to her mom-mom. Since she has moved in I can see a change in myself and my daughter as we learn and see her faithfulness to God. Having her with us, has helped us to grow closer to each other and to God. We are both very blessed to have her in our lives.

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  1650. Jenny Crow

    I would give them to my former stepdaughter. After her dad had a midlife crisis and left me last year, she could do nothing but cry for several days. She was 2 years old when we got married. Next month she will graduate from college. I love her (and her sisters) like my own and want her to see herself the way God sees her, her identity in Christ.

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  1651. Erica

    I would give this to a young lady I once baby-sat and who is now about to start sitting my kids! She’s a great and talented girl who would be encouraged by the giveaway!

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  1652. Sharon Carr

    I would give them to my daughter, Colleen. She is in Okinawa, Japan where my son-in-law, Steven, is stationed in the marine corps along with my 4 grandchildren. The 4th grandchild is a Japanese baby boy with Down syndrome they are in the process of adopting. His name is Haruki and he is now 8 months old. They have had him in their home for 3 months. I was blessed to be there when he arrived! He is precious, so pleasant and sweet. If I could I would send you a picture. God is doing a great work in that family. I can’t say enough of what God is doing since Haruki came into our lives. It makes us realize just what is important in life.

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  1653. MJ

    I would like to give this book to my sisters. I’m the oldest of 5 girls, and the other 4 are all high school aged. I often have a difficult time finding the right words to say that would encourage them to surrender their lives to God, because we were raised different religions. Our mother passed away when we were young, so I feel like I have taken on a motherly role with them by default. I just want something that can speak to their hearts and minds and give them someone else’s point I view. I know they probably get tired of hearing me :).

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  1654. Abby

    Hi Hope, Thanks for offering this great giveaway. I have a small group of teenage girls that I teach in church each week. If In won, I would let them each pick something from these great prizes. I’m glad to see the new book. We’ll definitely be going through it as a group. I’ve already shown them some of the sessions from your mom’s DVD “What Happens When Women Say Yes to God”. They were very inspired by it.

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  1655. Mary Jane

    I loved your post, Hope. If I were to be blessed with this gift, I would give it to my daughter, Katie. She is a freshman in college. I would mail it to her on finals week. Thanks for your generousity! Blessings, Mary Jane

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  1656. Christina Robinson

    Hi Hope, I really like your post! If I were to win this giveaway, I would give it to my 19 year old daughter. She has just started classes at the community college and is a little nervous about her math course. I would give it to her as a gift of encouragement.

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  1657. Rita

    Would love to give this to my daughter & do the book w/ her. Thanks for the great life questions!

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  1658. Irene

    Thank you for your words of encouragement through proverbs31 ministries on klove. With your give away gifts, I hope to encourage a friend who is going through a tough time in her marriage. Thank you so much for your work.

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  1659. Emilee

    Wow! I can’t wait to read your book! I help my husband with our teens at church and I would probably give this away to one of the teen girls in our group 🙂

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  1660. Tanya Misenas

    Loved your blog today. I would give to my daughter, Jasa. She 12 and at the age where she is having a hard time staying on God’s path being in 7th grade. So many pressures and I have been praying for her to draw closer to Him as I can’t do it for her. Thank you for this wonderful message.

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  1661. Melody Ann Hankins

    Hi Hope , Thanks for putting together this amazing gift. If I were the receiver of your gift I would give it to my niece Shilo….She has just started coming to church with me, this is a answered prayer. She is so young and has so many question and is so curious about Jesus. It would be a blessing for her to read a book by a young woman after Gods own heart. Thanks again….have a wonderful weekend….i will be going to church tonight …can’t wait have been looking foreward to it all week. 🙂
    ~Melody

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  1662. Sharla

    I would give this to my daughter, who is graduating in May, from college. We have been praying for her because she has been raised with good values in a Christian home, but seems to be wandering a bit. I think some of the things I have read from your book would really speak to her heart and some of the struggles she is facing. Because of my health, I had to stop working, and my son is also graduating from high school in May….so graduation gifts are going to be “not much”. If I won this, I could add a manicure or massage certificate and a couple of small items, along with a small piece of jewelry I’ve had for years and that she borrows a lot….I can’t afford to buy her a new piece of jewelry…and I think altogether it would make a BEAUTIFUL gift for her graduation! Thank you for the opportunity to enter.

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  1663. Candy

    Hi Hope! What an awesome idea!!! If I was fortunate enough to win I would give this book to my very good friend and babysitter. She is an amazing young woman of God who will be graduating with a nursing degree in just 2 years!! She has also been our go to babysitter for my girls. I love her to pieces and would love to bless her with this gift!!

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  1664. Chantell

    I would love to give this to my sister!! She is searching and knows she has an empty place in her heart – I want to show her how to fill it with Jesus!!

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  1665. Patty

    This past week my daughter and her boyfriend of 3 years broke up. They had been talking marriage and the future seemed bright. Both are dear believers and this seemed like it was all in God’s plan; but in the past week, I have seen my daughter grow tremendously in her faith in the Lord and her trust in His providence. This new dependence and strength in God is new for her especially since she had relied so much on her relationship. I believe this book will help her look at her life and her future the way God intended rather than through her own strength.

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  1666. Diane Turnbow

    This would be a perfect gift for a committed young woman in our Young Adults class named Stormi. She loves the Lord with all her heart, and is inspiring to all the women in our class as an example of how to follow God and how to relate to God in a real way. It is a joy having her and her husband in our class, and teaching their young son in KidZone as well. There is no doubt that this family loves the Lord and that they teach their children God’s ways.

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  1667. Allison A.

    I would love to give this to my cousin. She graduates from high school this year. Thanks for the chance to win!

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  1668. Nancy

    Thanks for the great post. Your book sounds terific! I would give these gifts to my 14-year-old grandaughter. God bless you, Hope.

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  1669. Mindy Kreimeyer

    I would give this to my best friend!

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  1670. Elaine

    I would give this to my daughter who is going through some tough times right now trying to find out “whose she is”!!! Thanks for your message Hope. It is very encouraging to read about a young person who knows who they are!!!

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  1671. Lisa Wright

    I would give this to my granddaughter that I have had the pleasure of raising for the past 6 years. She just recently joined a dicipleship program that’s started at our church and I feel she is truly trying to find her identity in Christ and I just know this resoure could help her. Thank you so much for caring enough to fulfill this calling Christ gave you!

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  1672. Annie

    The hat looks like my sister in Christ, Brandi’s style. She loves those kind of hats and wears them until they’re beat up. The hand bag would be a blessing to her, too. Recently, when I was at Sally’s Beauty supply, I got a free handbag with my purchase. It was a bright fuchsia pink roselette clutch. Brandi had told me that her three year old daughter loves purses and kept taking hers. Not only that, her girl was taking household objects and keeping them in the purses. Brandi would finally find things like the TV remote, the kitchen scissors, and her own lip gloss in those various purses. The trick was to remember what the “purse of the week” looked like. So I sent that freebie to her daughter in a care package, but Brandi thought it was for her. She was a little disappointed when she read my enclosed note, but her little daughter was so delighted! I figured Brandi would get a break and be able to easily find the purse of the week. Anyways, I would send this adorable gift to Brandi. It’s her turn. She needs it and would love it.

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  1673. Wendy

    Hi,Hope! Nice to read ur post and I know ur Mama’s proud. I would love to share all of these goodies and esp the book with my almost ten yr old and then with a friend in high school thats going on a mission trip soon to Uganda! Im proud she said “yes” and know she will remember it always. 🙂

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  1674. Cilla Clark

    What a great way to think.. Never had thought of things in your way. Thanks for giving us old folks a new perspective! I appreciate it!

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  1675. Ginger Krause

    I would give this gift to a friend of mine who’s mother was just diagnosed with terminal brain cancer. She is having such a hard time trying to care for her mother during her last months and she could really use something to make her day a little brighter!

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  1676. Michelle S

    I would love to win this to send to my niece who starts high school in the fall and will have moved from Texas to Florida over the summer and have to start over making friends.

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  1677. Nikkirae

    I would give this to my daughter. We have a difficult relationship sometimes. She’s sixteen and made some bad choices last year. We’re still struggling with getting past them as she grows up and works to discover the path her life shall head down. I’d give it to her because there’s little that seems bright in her life- and even less that exists between us. Your words are inspiring and the things included speak to the things she likes: Hats (she has over fifty!), Painting her nails (she likes to create her own nail art), and coffee.

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  1678. betsylogeman

    I really appreciate your blog entry. I need to get my daughter to read your book. She’s 11 1/2 and trying to be all grown up over night. She’s really struggling to find her place in life. Having trusted Christ she has made that first crucial step but day to day day living is such a struggle. She’s a strong child & I pray that God will use her mightily for His purposes. Keep up the good work!

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  1679. Kim Smith

    I would love to receive this and give it to my daughter. I didn’t raise her with God in our lives but I am now changing that. I have accepted Christ and will be baptized on April 21st. I am hoping she follows soon in choosing to be baptized also. I want her to make this choice herself and truly accept Christ. I can not change the past and can only move forward bringing God into our lives now.
    God bless you!

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  1680. Kim Wilson

    I would share this with a 13 yr old girl my husband and I are mentoring. This is such a critical age and she needs good influences and love which we are trying to give her.

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  1681. Jacquie

    I would love to give this to my wonderful daughter. I have had several health issues and it has been difficult for me to do some of the things that need done around my house. My daughter spent her entire spring break helping me with odd jobs that needed attention. She is a real blessing to me!

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  1682. Marlene Frazier

    Perfect timing or God’s timing… I read the devotion on Thursday and went to a meeting where we were discussing a “Mommy and Me Tea”. When we started talking about the theme–I pulled out my IPhone and read your devotion aloud. “What do you want to BE?” Perfect! Tomorrow I am involved with a ministry in our church that is working with young girls–I am doing an activity and I want to read parts of the email that you sent. I will alert the moms to the new book. Thank you for God’s obedience to writing what God has laid in your heart.

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  1683. jody

    I would share the book with both of my teenage daughters. The oldest has discovered that sometimes being a teen with Christian morals and beliefs means you are quite often not included. I don’t want her to lose her gentle spirit and become discouraged because of the “mean girls”.

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  1684. Heather

    I would love to give this to my niece, who is like a daughter to me. She recently accepted Jesus into her life and this would be perfect to start on her journey.

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  1685. Johnna

    Hi Hope,
    What a great blog post. I would share this giveaway with my family because I am always trying to encourage my daughter to do Go’s will and to always seek him first.

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  1686. Patty Mulay

    Hi Hope,
    Really enjoyed your post. I have read and done the online studies for swveral of you mom’s books! We are missionaries in our ninth year serving in a west African Muslim country. We have boys, but, I’ve had the opportunity to mentor many young women, both children of missionaries serving elsewhere and American students who have come to live with us for a semester abroad on mission. The current young woman in my life is a missionary kid adopted in Kenya into an Italian/British family that runs an orphanage in Ghana. She will be graduating this year and attending university in the States. Your gift pack would be such an encouragement to her! Can’t wait to read your book and hope to use it in the spiritual lives of girls I mentor in the future!

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  1687. Laura

    I would give this to one of my high school friends in the ministry that we do. I’m thinking of reading it as a group!

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  1688. Donna King

    I enjoyed reading your blog. If I won this I would give it to a young lady in my church that is suffering with a desease that is unknown at the moment and is having a great struggle with her faith because of her pain. She has been brought up by her christian grandparents and knows God. But can’t seem to understand why her pain continues and is not healed by God. I know God has a plan for her and encourage her every chance I can. I would get her the book but her headaches are so bad most of the time she can’t even read. May God continue to bless your life for encouragement to young people.

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    • Jennifer Moore

      I would share this with my daughter in law.She is far from me, but coming to visit and we would go have coffee and talk about the book (and my grandkids). She doesn’t have a strong mother figure in her life and needs a closer walk with the Lord.

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  1689. Brenda Strine

    Hope, your book sounds amazing. If chosen to receive this gift I would love to give it to my daughter, Megan. She loves the Lord with all her heart. She has graduated from college and has taken a job in her field in CA. It was such a shock to us because she only found out she would be taking this job two days before graduation. She graduated on December 17th and needed to start her job on January 4th. We live in Harrisburg, PA. It is so hard to have her this far from home, but I am glad God provided her with a job that she loves. She is at a teaching institute with middle school aged kids teaching them things regarding environmental science and the outdoors. She is in cabins with the girls during the week and the institute provides her with housing on the weekends. I feel this book would be a great inspiration to my daughter and also give her some insight and helpful information as she works with the kids she teaches during the week. Thanks so much and have a blessed weekend and congratulations for your book.

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  1690. Kim

    I would give this to my beautiful (inside and out) daughter McKenna, the light of my life.

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  1691. Janice

    If i am blessed with this gift I would give it to my granddaughter. She’s 14 years old and although she chose to be baptized a few years ago and continued in her faith training by her own choosing she is meeting obstacles in her spiritual growth with all the distractions of her age. She is beautiful and loving and could use this assistance in knowing who and whose she is. Thanks for offering this meaningful gift!

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  1692. Molly U

    Love this post!!!!! Thank you for sharing! If blessed with this gift, I would give it to my niece Mae. She’s 14 and would benefit so much reading this book, and you know all 14 year olds love everything else in that bundle! 🙂 And, thanks also for your devotion. I was blessed with 2 brothers and 1 sister. Recently one of my brothers said “yes” and is now a missionary in Rwanda! God is good!!! Single and 37, he took the step of faith. It’s been hard living without running water or electricity, but Ben is serving in a new way as he daily says “yes” to Jesus. Hoping to go on my first missions trip this summer to live outside of my comfort zone and join him to serve.

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  1693. Jaclyn Inkhamheng

    I would give this to my mother! She has sacrificed so much in her life to raise my brothers and I while making sure we had everything we needed. She is independent, strong, kind, and genuine. My brothers and I are all grown now and still to this day, if there is a holiday/birthday/any cause for celebration you can bet my mom has some kind of gift for us. She never does anything for herself and I would love to brighten her day surprise her with this!

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  1694. Dawn Beattie

    I would give this to one of two people. I’d have to pray and see which one God would want to have it soonest. Then I’d have to go buy it for the other one 🙂
    Option one would be my 16 yo daughter. She’s in that place of trying to decide what she wants to be, what classes she should be taking, where her gifts and talents lie.
    The other is a freshman at college this year. She is struggling with comparing herself to others, and feeling like she doesn’t measure up. My heart says she would be the one who needed this book first. She’s an amazing girl, smart, gifted, with a huge heart and love for God. She needs to rest in the assurance that He loves her and has given her the gifts and talents she has for the purpose He has planned for her. She doesn’t need to worry about what He has called others to do. His plan for her is perfect!

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  1695. Cheri

    I enjoyed your post today, Hope! I don’t have daughters, but my son has been dating a girl for 10 months – his first girlfriend! Her family does not make God or church a priority, so this was a difficult thing to support. However, she goes to church with us and was saved a few months into their relationship! My son prays with her and for her, and we all do whatever we can to try to encourage her newfound faith. I would give the gift to her, just to tell her I love her and am proud of her!

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  1696. Margaret

    Hi Hope,
    I love your perspective on what to do when you grow up. I would love to give your book to my 15 year old daughter. I have learned so much from your Mom’s books and I know that my daughter would learn a lot from this book.

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  1697. LaDonna Cook

    I would like to give the gifts to My Mom. She has prayed for me so many times when I was sick. And she encourages me to keep my faith in God. May God bless yalls ministry.

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  1698. Jos @ Joyful{in}Chaos

    I would give this to a fellow momma who is just struggling. If it’s not a family crisis, it’s drama in her home. If it’s not that, it’s a gallbladder that needs removed. She so would love to be encouraged in this way, I think. Thanks for sponsoring a giveaway!

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  1699. Holly

    Hi Hope, Thanks so much for sharing. My first thought is always my niece but she is still a bit young for this. I would give it to a wonderful young lady who is 16. Both her father & stepfather have walked out of her life, but she is still an amazing Christian young woman!

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  1700. Regina

    Just this week I had a conversation with a friend. She and her daughter could share this gift.

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  1701. Wendy

    Hi Hope thanks for sharing this. My Best Friend from highschool and I have stayed friends and just recently we have been getting closer than ever because now we share a special thing…JESUS! Last year I went to visit her and she comes back home every chance she gets because her parents are elderly. Anyway we were talking on the phone last night and she was telling me how she is going to take a class for nutrition. She knows this is Gods will for her and how that is all she wants to do is glorify God in whatever it is she does. She said “I can’t believe it, I am 52 and I know now what it is that God wants me to do. Thanks again!

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  1702. Throuthehaze

    I would give this to my sister. She hasn’t been feeling well lately and this would lift her spirits 🙂

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  1703. Sonia

    I would love to be able to give these great items to my 20 yr. old daughter. Her boyfriend of 2 years broke off their relationship very unexpectedly on Easter Sunday. She was devastated at first, but has been trying very hard to see God’s hand in this. I’m sure your book would minister to her at this difficult time in her life. Plus, her birthday is April 16th. What a great birthday present!

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  1704. Lou Anne Sanborn

    Hi Hope. What a mature message from the heart of a young woman. I just spent the weekend with your incredible Mother in Granbury, Texas. What an inspiring message she shared. How I wished I had brought along my 19 year old daughter, Brittany. Brittany moved out of the house immediately after high school, renting her own apartment… while dating a 32 year old man she worked with at a local restaurant. All of this came as a great shock to my husband and myself. Brittany and her boyfriend have recently parted ways and she is in a time of self-discovery. I would give your gift to her as a little hint of perspective and guidance from a peer. Thank you.

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  1705. Lisa

    Hi Hope, How up lifting and a ray of sunshine as we go thru our 4th day of rain.
    I would give this bag to my daughter as she is in her first year of medical school.
    She is depleted and struggles daily to stay a float. We pray daily, sometimes two three times a day. This would encourage her and brighten her day up!

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  1706. Teressa

    Hello Hope, great blog post!! I would give this to my niece who is graduating high school next month. She has been raised in a wonderful family, but has compromised her reputation by involvement with her boyfriend. I really want her to rethink the decisions she is making and look at her future with your thought of Who do you want to be or whose do you want to be. Thank you for this opportunity to share what God has laid on your heart with other young girls. God bless you!!

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  1707. Anne Ellis

    What a very nice offering of you, Lysa! I would love to win this most awesome prize to give to my “son’s” wife, Christy. I passed a son along for adoption 39 years ago and he found me exactly 5 years ago. He (Phil) did not tell his wife that he sent the letter to Catholic Charities inquiring about his adoption. Catholic Charities contacted him and told him that I (his biological Mother) wanted to meet him too! After praying about this for that many years, it was truly an answered prayer. Not only did Phil find me; he also met the biological dad that I had been married to and had 2 daughters with. Phil now has “3 other women” in his life…me, and 2 full blooded sisters!!! Christy has been very loving and patient although there have been tears with words and thoughts exchanged of her admitted jealously, oh my gosh probably a lot of jealousy. And because of her acceptance and love for her husband and the “other 3 women” in her life Christy deserves your most generous gift, Lysa !!

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  1708. sandy

    My daughter! She is 14 and High School starts for her in August. I liked what you said about not focusing on what you want to be but instead who you want to be–thank you.

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  1709. jennifer mcenulty

    I would give it to my mom. We just lost my dad suddenly and totally unexpectedly. He was her best friend and spouse of 37 years. We miss him terribly and this would help cheer her up.

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  1710. jennifer mcenulty

    My mother deserves this. She just lost her spouse and best friend of 37 years. We are all heartbroken as it was sudden and unexpexcted. She deswrves comfort at this time!

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  1711. Alicia Anderson

    I would love to give it to my daughter she just turned 13 on the 11th. I pray everyday that she seeks God to show her unsaved friend to Christ

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  1712. Kelly Duck

    I would give it to our youth pastor. She is AMAZING!! She does so much for our youth, it would be great to give back 🙂

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  1713. Britney

    Hi! I have heard such great things about this book and would love to share it with my students! I am a young female youth pastor and would love to give my girls some of your insight! The maturity in your faith is such a testimony to God working in you and is encouragement to how He can work in their lives as well. I would love to share this gift with them and use your story as part of the gifts! Thank you for writing your words. You clearly are impacting many people! 🙂

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  1714. suzanne

    Thanks for your perspective Hope -I found your post encouraging. I would give your book
    to my daughter who is starting high school, and also need to buy a copy for my niece who is graduating. How fun that you got to work on such a great project with your wonderful Mom. Bless you.

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  1715. Linda

    I would like to give the gifts to a young girl named Chelsea. Her parents are non believers. A couple of weeks ago she went to a retreat with about 40 of the teenagers from our church.. She has been very excited since and has been coming to church. We are also praying that her family will be supportive of her attending church, and hopefully will also accompany her.
    God Bless and thank you so much for your ministry
    Linda

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  1716. Cyndi

    I would give this to my daughter who is a stressed college freshman. She recently stated she is confused and said God confuses her. I would give it to her in hope of renewal and that should would pass it down to my 11 year old daughter.

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  1717. Susan Totten

    Hi Hope,
    I first want to say I don’t know how old you are, but you write with the wisdom of someone way beyond her years!
    I would love to give this great package of gifts to my granddaughter, Juliana. She’s 16 and has all the usual struggles being a Christian teenager in today’s crazy world! I just know she’d love all the things you picked out!!

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  1718. Mbeachler

    I would give it to my friends daughter…
    We both met at church three years ago.
    I would never have believed she would have to go through a divorce like me…
    Our families celebrated Christmas together.
    And I hate that both of the girls have had to experience losing their Dad’s in their daily life

    I know that God has a plan and I see the strength in my friend. She has taught me what it means to rely on God when there is nothing left and has blessed me….

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  1719. Sarah VR

    A great post! — I would give this to my niece. She has been an only child to a single mom (my sister) for 13 years. Her mom got married less than a year ago and is now expecting her second child in November! So many changes for my niece! I’m happy to say my niece is a Christian. I believe this book would help take her faith to that next level that is so important in a girls life during middle and high school.

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  1720. Barbie

    I would love to win this for my 13yo daughter. If the book is too mature for her, I would give that to my 22yo daughter. Thanks for offering the lovely giveaway!

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  1721. Lisa S

    I would give this to my best friends daughter she is struggling with her identity and where she belongs. It would help her understand she is to be who she is and strive to please Godd and not peers or boys!

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  1722. Shirley Moore

    Dear Hope, You did a beautiful job today! Congratulations! I would give this give away to my middle daughter who has just gone through a terrible divorce that has rocked her world and my granddaughter’s world. She is now for the 1st time, struggling with what God would have her to do! She is a young Christian mother doing her very best, and has always known God in her life, but she is doubting right now. She needs a refresher course that God is still there and would not let anything happen to her, She needs to have that ultimate trust in Him again to carry her through this dark time in her life and the life of her daughter. Please consider her for this gift from God! Thank you!

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  1723. Teresa T

    How wonderful that you have the same faith and writing talent as your Mom. I assure you that your Mom feels blessed that you are writing this. The rest of us are blessed to see a glimpse of the next generation who will continue the Lord’s work. (Snif.)

    I would give this to a young lady at church who brought her boyfriend, brother and Mom into the church. She knows where she finds her strength. I would like to honor her.

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  1724. Sydney

    I would give this to my little sister to encourage her to follow the Lord in every way in hopes that she would experience the joy and peace it brings.

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  1725. Kiona Pritchard

    Hope,

    You are an awesome inspiration to mothers and ladies alike! As I read your blog, I was overwhelmed with you love and your passion for God! I pray that my daughter (Claire, she’s 6) will grow up to be an awesome warrior for God just like you! You should be proud of yourself. I know God is!

    As for the gift… I would give it to my 14 year old niece who is like many young women her age, struggling with independence and still being a child at home. I understand her greatly, as I was much like her as a child. I would love to give her this gift for inspiration and to show her how much she is loved and cherished in the kingdom of God!

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  1726. Katie

    I would give these items to my daughter. She is 16 and is allowing the secular world to influence her decisions. She needs to read the book and hopefully she will share with her friends.

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  1727. Debbie T

    You write with such talent…very impressed. You are very blessed to have such a belief in God…like someone much older. Unfortunately my daughter is seeking right now not knowing what to believe I will purchase the book for her and show her your message. Thanks for sharing.

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  1728. Karen Gaudet

    I would give the book to my niece and perhaps share the other items with her and my daughters.

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  1729. Karen

    If I were blessed with this gift, I would pass the blessing to my daughter. She is graduating in May and leaves for Guatemala in August to teach children on the mission field. Many thanks!

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  1730. Loretta Hoffman

    Hope, Your blog was so encouraging. I would give this gift to my daughter, she is 14 and because of foolish choices by her father my husband she has never had a vacation, or the security of knowing the protection of a fathers love. In spite of all things we have tried there is going to be a divorce. We both know God wants to create a miracle and this wouldn’t have to be. Through all of this Addeline’s relationship with God has grown personal and deep. You know as a mom how much I want to give her so much more then her being forced to wonder where we are going to live. That is a shortened version of who I would give this to.
    Blessings over your ministry.

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    • Mattie

      I would give this to my grandaughter and have a warm conversation as to who’s she wants to be when she grows up, Her name is D’Armani and she isn’t being raised the with the Lord as the lead in her life so i give her all the word that I can and take her to church when she’s at my home every other weekend …I love her and don’t want her to be lost in this sometimes Godless world.

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  1731. Tina Collins

    Thank you for your post. It was encouraging. If I were to recieve this gift, I would gift it to my friend Kathy who has many medical issues and has been a single mom for most of her sons life. She is such a positive person in spite of her issues. We just found out last week that she is in stage 4 of kidney disease. I am sure this would bring a smile as she does for so many in spite of her struggles.
    Thank you so much

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  1732. Erin

    Hi Hope! This is the first time I’ve visited your mom’s blog per recommendation from my mother-in-law. What wonderful things you both are doing! If I were to win this give-a-way, I would give everything to my younger sister. She was the first to turn my heart toward God and I would like to return the favor to her. She has wandered far from God in the past several years and, perhaps, she would take the time to read this book and that would open the door more conversations about God. Thank you!

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  1733. Jennifer C.

    I Would Give It To Abby, A Young Woman Who Is Like A Daughter To Me (I Have A Son) Because She Loves God And Teaches Young Girls At Our Church About Him.

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  1734. Teresa from Lancaster, PA

    What a wonderful giveaway! If I were to win this, I would bless the ladies in my CG who are such a blessing and encouragement to me.

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  1735. Kelly Brown

    I would give this to my daughter, Mary who is 21. Mary has struggled with her walk with Christ for many years. She moved out (while we were at work) to live with a man who did so many horrible things to her. She moved back in with us when she realized her mistake only to find out she was pregnant. He wanted nothing to do with the baby. Her father and I loved her no matter what and she realized that God did too. She has had her baby, Gemma and is now engaged to a wonderful young man who she plans to marry this summer. She is also enrolled in a local CNA program and plans to get her RN in the future. She is still trying to decide “Who she is” and how she can be the kind of mother and wife God can help her to be. She is my gift from God and so is Gemma. I would love to be able to give her this book to keep her encouraged and going in the direction God would have her to go. She has been a positive an influence on her brother and we are praying for his heart to soften and come to God as well. Thank you so much for all the encouragement.

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  1736. denise

    Your mom’s 1st version of this changed my life!! I would give this to..Ella, Lillian, and Abbie Kate and soon to be….oops! can’t tell baby girl #4 name – it’s a surprise!! so glad this book is out for my growing girls :))

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  1737. Shannon

    What a great giveaway! If I won I would live to share it with a young lady in our church youth group. Her father, and also an elder in our church, has recently been put on the kidney transplanting list. On top of that they took in her ailing grandmother, so needless to say their family has been going through a lot. Our church has been showering their family with love and I know this would excite her to receive such a gift bag.

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  1738. Leigh F.

    I would give it to my daughter, who just turned 10.

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  1739. Deborah S,

    I would gift this collection to both of my daughters. They are both at new life stages and could greatly benefit.

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  1740. Vilma

    I would love to give this to my daughters , thank you for your blog !

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  1741. Becky

    My comment isn’t specifically abt this book. Tho I want to read it after I finish the one I got Saturday. I read UNGLUED and it drastically effected me. I can only explain that Gods hand was in it to teach me. I just started BECOMING MORE THAN A GOOD BIBLE STUDY GIRL….and it is already effecting me just the same as Unglued did. Right off. What you describe – your feelings and thoughts….I’m thankful to know I’m not the only one who has ever 5thought or felt this way. I’m being told sign languuge is not a spiritual gift and shouldn’t be used in church unless we have deaf people. Yet God gave me a passion and talent for signing and has told me this is where He wants me. Then I’m told I can’t minister thru signing bc my life isn’t perfect. But I can serve anywhere else. Ok I chose the music ministry and instead of playing an instrument, which I can’t, I will sign. My hands are my instrument. I never feel closer to God than when I’m signing. I’m HATE the “spotlight” and I’m terrified of doing anything in front of anyone. But when I sign, NONE of that matters. I lay down myself and become Gods vessel. Its no longer me. I’m feeling rejected bc a (supposed) friend says she can’t be the friend who points me to Christ. Tells me she has to greet people at church she3 doesn’t see a lot, but then tells me we can’t get time for our friendship except those moments at church, but again, she has to catch up with others. How can she tell me on one hand she cares and I’m precious to God, and on the other, show me I don’t matter to His people.
    My birth mother died 3 wks ago. I only knew her 5 yrs. But the abuse I suffered in my first 3 days of life gave me a label of being rejected. I wasn’t important enough to keep, for her to change. Being adopted into a family that my mother was never emotionally available, gave me another label of rejection. If I don’t perform or are not the way this person or that thinks I should be, I’m not important, I’m not good enough. When Alice (my birth mom) died, I said what started with her dies with her. But who does that make me now? My only link to my family history, where I came from, has been cut off. I have my aunt but she is not Alice. She can only tell me so much.

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  1742. sarah

    I would give to a sweet young lady named Leah…so blessed by your ministry!

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  1743. Susan

    Hey Hope, so enjoyed your post. If I won this giveaway, I would give it to my niece. She graduated from college in May 2012 and got married in October of that year. She has a degree in history and has had many really exciting job opportunities come her way; but she has settled for a minimum wage earning job close to her home. You see, her entire family (immediate and extended) lives in small GA county of 2500 people. She commuted to college 45 minutes away and is paralyzed by the thought of moving away from the support system of family (she and her husband live next door to her parents). To make matters worse, she is the first in her family(including her husband) to earn a college degree and none of them support nor encourage her ambitions. I am her aunt by marriage only and although I encourage her every chance I get, it doesn’t usurp the opinions and advice from those closest to her. She is not a christian and I pray daily that she will accept Jesus and look to him to be the light that illuminates her path. She is very much a reader and I know she would read this book and it could make a definite impact on her life.

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  1744. Abby Shaffer

    Heya, Hope!

    Great job, girl – I still love working on projects with my mama, and I’m almost 30!

    If I won this, I’d give it to my friend, Cortney. She is the new program director at our church camp, and she works really hard to learn the job and create new programming for all ages. It’s a salaried position that doesn’t pay much and requires long hours, but she is doin’ it for the Lord and doesn’t complain. She and her husband live in a tiny old house on Camp, and she does her best to make it a home. That hat would look fabulous on her head, and she’s a “bag lady,” organizing everything into tote bags! I imagine she’d use the gift card for a few chai lattes, the nail polish and necklace for feelin’ pretty, and of course, she’d create a mother/daughter retreat based on the book. In her spare time. 🙂

    Thanks for doing cool stuff – we need more like you to stand up and be counted!

    🙂 Abby

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  1745. Brandi Harris

    I just started my own blog after much deceleration. There are so many others who can speak/write better than I, but I would give this little jewel away to one of my followers.

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  1746. Connie Fleming

    I would give this to my friend who is moving back to the states after 5 years in China. She will need to leave alot of things behind, but this will be a great American “starter”.

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  1747. Lonnetta Garrigan

    My choice for this free gift would be to my newly-turned, teenaged daughter (13 as of yesterday!)…we need to reconnect ourselves as mother and daughter, but MORE importantly, she needs to cultivate her relationship with God and reconnect with Him…all the while, hopefully, enjoying the blessings of the spring season, and just “being a girl”…..!!!

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  1748. Heather Pratt

    Hope,
    You did a great job “filling in” for your mom today, and the person I would give these great things to is a young lady, who I used to babysit. I met, precious Lauren, when she was 2 1/2, and just last week, she turned 25. She was a junior bridesmaid in my wedding when she was 12, and now, this lovely young woman is about to enter her last year of pharmacy school. She means more to me than I’ll ever be able to tell her because until I met my husband, I truly felt like she was “my girl.” I still feel that way even though I have two young girls of my own. I’d be honored if you chose me so that I could share with her.

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  1749. Diane Fox

    It would be great if I could give this to my granddaughter who is 19, a sophomore in college who just lost her Dad, my only child about 3 months ago. She was “Miss Muffet” to her Dad and he was so proud of her accomplishments and had looked forward to watching her graduate in a few years. She is on the Deans List at the university where she is on scholarship and I would love to see her face if she should win your prize. Thank you very much.

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  1750. Deb

    I have several nieces & would put their names in a drawing & give this to whichever name was chosen – then ask that they pass the book around & encourage one another in what they learned & put into practice!

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  1751. Jennie

    Hi. I would live to give this gift to my best friend, kristin, of 15+ years. She has adopted me as a sister, me having lost both my parents by age of 25. She has struggled with multiple unidentified health issues, “chronic pain syndrome” for over ten years. She continues to be an inspiration with her positive attitude, her gifts of kindness to others , and a beautiful mother of three. I would love to remind her to be who God wants her to be in these challenging times when health is stripped away. Life isn’t always what we expect but God us there to teach us lessons amongst these challenges. I would love for her to be surprised with a wonderful gift!

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  1752. Amy Riley

    Hi. I was wondering if you could post where you found these items. I had hoped to win, but since I wasn’t chosen I’d still like to put together these items for my stepdaughter. She really needs some encouragement right now and these items just put a smile on my face so I know she’d be thrilled to have them. Thanks so much!

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  1753. Angie M

    I would give this to my young friend Abby. She is a young woman who has said Yes to God, and I pray that she continues to do so.

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  1754. Barb

    Hoping that this knowledge will be shared with my daughter so the message passes on generation after generation..through our cycle of life again and again…blessings and peace…and true understanding.

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  1755. Jo

    The person who comes to my mind immediately is my friend Sandy who is totally young at heart, a dedicated mentor for young ladies (and those not so young) and who recently lost her dear husband of 40 years. She is a strong woman, but still…she needs someone to come alongside with a hug, or a hand to hold. She needs the reassurance that she is more valuable than all of the jewels in her crown.

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    • Lana Branham

      I have a daughter who is raising a son and son expecting another son in July. Haley has an amazing husband who helps defend our country, but that takes them far from family and some days Haley is alone to hold down the family fort. Packages are like a hug! Id send it to Haley Nelson.

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  1756. Ellie Richardson

    I would leave the gift to my daughter Nicole. She has just recently given her heart to the Lord and she is growing by leaps and bounds! It is exciting to see her grow in the Lord and fall more in love with HIM. God has answered my prayers, she was brought up in church and never before had a relationship with the Lord. I AM SO EXCITED TO SEE WHAT GOD IS GOING TO DO THROUGH HER

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  1757. Kim V

    We have so many special ladies in our church. But the women God brought to my heart is Donna. She is the behind the scene women for so many ministry leaders. She is very committed to the Lord and shows His love to everyone she touches. Although she has a full time job outside her home she give countless hours to serve the Lord in our church. She and her husband went through a tough year but she never lost sight of Who is in control. She is a mentor to several hurting ladies and I know would be blessed with these special treats.

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  1758. Tori

    My mom!!! This set is all about her. She loves nail polish, she’s always painting mine and my sisters nails, and loves all of the colors. She also LOVES Starbucks, but only gets it on special occasions. She monograms for everyone, so the tote would be perfect! She loves to read but only reads spiritual books! She always has loved hats, so as you can see now, this set was made for my mom!!! She is awesome and is always doing for others and herself last. I love her so much! This would be so amazing for her! Thanks:)

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  1759. sherri morris

    I would give this to my sweet just-turned-15 daughter. She is our blessing and miracle from God. 🙂

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  1760. Karri Terhune

    I would happily give this gift to my late bestfriends mother. Her daughter, who was my bestfriend went to be with the Lord a year ago this past April 13th. She had a year long battle with cancer and her mother carried her through that year, nurtering and taking care of her and her children, always giving of herself!!! Her mother is now raising her two children, 7 and 9. I have watched and admired her over the past year, how she has depended on the Lord faithfully. She is an amazing woman and has so many fruits to offer. She needs constant encouragement and deserves some pampering. I would love to give her this gift and the book would be wonderful for her, especially at this point in her walk with the Lord.

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  1761. Deanna Offerdahl

    Hey Lysa. I am a mom of 5! Four boys and one girl.
    I walked around the wilderness (not for 40 years, but for 5), before the Lord gave me my promise land. I always wanted 5 kids, but I didn’t know it would play out like this. You see, I had 2 boys, became a single mom after divorce for 5 years. I married a man with a boy and girl. God immediately blessed us with another baby boy (at 40 years old)! How quickly my life changed.
    My husband Jay and I have been together now for 5 years. I got so lucky, as I’ve heard horrible stories about step-kids. Our family works so well together. I adore my other children (we never refer to them as “step-“). My daughter, Taylor, is 13. I would love to give her this book and share with her your gift.
    Thank you for all of your encouragement and real-life stories. You are mightily used!
    Deanna Offerdahl
    Waxhaw, NC

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  1762. Hope Paine

    My sister is who I would give a gift like this. She has a son who is divorced with a son. Her heart breaks especially for her grandson. She is trying her best to get both of them to church and focus on God.

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  1763. Doreen Stoutland

    Wow, I believe I would give it to my almost 30 year old daughter. I love how you posed the question differently. As she is slowing moving back into the Lords arms working at KKLA in Glendale. I see the Lord working in her again. Remember never stop praying for your children and I thank God for placing her in this wonderful Christian work environment.

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  1764. Connie

    I would share this gift with my 17 year old daughter who has recently made a decison not to continue playing varsity softball next year (her senior year) in order to pursue a new found interest that she wants to explore. She is growing up so quickly and will begin to have more choices in life and start making her own decisions. A bittersweet time for mom.

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  1765. Arlene H.

    I would give this to my niece (CJ) who has two small children. She has finally found a job that she loves and moved into her own apartment conducting herself in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Sometimes all we need to do is “Be Still, and know that I am God” Psalm 46:10

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  1766. Theresa Thompson

    I have three beautiful daughters but my oldest, Kayla, is the one that I purchased your book for. She is 17 and starting to have to answer these questions. My heartfelt prayer is that she answers those questions by asking: “Who do you want to be?” and “Whose do you want to be?”. May God continue to bless you!

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  1767. Christine Sidaway

    This is an extremely easy choice for me, I would give this to my AMAZING daughter Tori. My husband left me and our 6 kids a little over a month ago. At the same time we were moving too. This has been the hardest time of mine and the kids lives. I could not have through this without Tori. She has been amazing. I know how sad and confused and hurt she is about her dad leaving but yet she has been there by my side and helping the whole time. She is the second oldest of the six kids and she has become like a second mommy to the younger kiddos. She helps with everything she can from changing diapers, yes I still have two little ones in diapers even, to cooking dinner with me and even helping clean the house. I really couldn’t do this without her. Another reason I would give this to her is that me and the kids just found god and an amazing church at Christmas this past year. Tori is the child that is most affected and changed by having god in her life. She even just started asking me to be baptized because she loves god and Jesus so much. Tori also LOVES to read so I know that with her love of reading and her devotion to Christ, she would really love that book. So for so many reasons and so many more I didn’t even include here, my daughter Tori would love and so deserves an amazing set like this. I have been a stay at home mom for the last 10 years and have no job. So now that her dad has left I am now a single mom of 6 young kids with no job or income so life is extremely hard and so scary. I am still trying to figure out how I am going to support my kids but I know I will figure it all out and that god will help me! But unfortunately things like birthdays are something I can’t do much for right now. Well Tori’s birthday is coming up and this set would make the PERFECT birthday present for her an would make her the happiest girl in the world!!

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  1768. Carolyn

    I would give it to my daughters. My youngest is turning 13 in a few weeks and is growing up fast. Her older sister getting ready to graduate & the other getting ready to be married. They are all facing life changing choices.

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  1769. Michelle Keough

    What a great post Hope! We came late (better late than never) to introducing our children (3 girls, 12-10-8) to a life in Christ. Yes we were attending a church, but not not regularly and not something like where we go now that is ENGAGING us in Christ through serving, volunteering and bible study groups. You have experienced the growth, challenges and hormones of middle school and recall it dearly I’m sure. I would love to give this to my daughter- she feels so special with surprises and know that she would value the learnings in the book- gosh just the excerpt you included above is such a great perspective that we need to keep reminding ourselves as we have conversations with our children. I wish I had someone to tell me that when I was growing up. Have a good week, what a special thing to work with your Mom on a book!

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  1770. Mindy

    I thought of my niece, Tamara. who is away @ school. I was able to meet up & take her to dinner when I was away attending a business conference last week. One of her friends lost a brother to a horrible accident. When she was telling me about it you could sense the pain she was feeling for her dear friend. Close to the semester coming to a end, Tamara well deserves a break.

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  1771. Melissa Salyards

    I would give this to my teen daughter. Our lives have changed drastically over the past two years. I came to know Christ about 2 years ago or so, my husband about 1 year ago and our 16 year old son about 2 months ago. Our 25 year old daughter and 13 year old daughter are still trying to find their way but I know they will. I know HE is faithful and true.

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  1772. MARTINA

    I WOULD GIVE IT TO MY BABY GIRL BIANCA. MY DAUGHTER WILL BE FINISHING HER FRESHMAN YEAR OF COLLEGE THIS MAY. SHE IS SUCH A BLESSING IN MY LIFE. THE LORD USES HER DAILY TO TEACH ME HOW TO BE A BETTER PERSON. SHE IS MY BEST FRIEND. I LOVE HER MORE THAN WORDS CAN EVER EXPRESS.

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  1773. Carol Blyler

    I would give this to my 16 year old daughter, Sara. She is learning to say yes to God in all areas of her life and I think this would be a great way to enforce what she is learning.

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  1774. Durelle

    I would give this to my oldest daughter Conni. She has just come through a very messy divorce & through her faith in God is now stronger than ever before.

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  1775. Christine Sidaway

    So I posted a response about my daughter Tori and how I would give this to her for so many reasons and now that post seems to have disappeared. Where did it go?

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    • Christine Sidaway

      Nevermind, it is back now. Sorry!!! My phone must have been messing up!!! So sorry again!

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  1776. Kayren Clark

    My sister Kerry is an amazing woman. She endured an abusive marriage for years. Was never able to have children but all 21 of her nieces and nephews adore her. She is the primary sibling (out of 6) to take care of our mom who is 87. Last summer she had 2 supersize ovarian cyst removed. Six months later she was diagnosed with colon cancer and is on chemo now. She lives alone and never complains about her circumstances. She looks to the Lord for strength and endurance and provision for her needs. Her favorite place in the world is on our brother’s boat fishing which she is unable to do right now because of the chemo. I would give it to her to use when she can get back on the lake.

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  1777. Cindy

    I would give it to my beautiful daughter. She just recently got married and they have not found a church yet. I know the book and other goodies would be a blessing to her.

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  1778. Barbara

    I would send it to my sister. She just lost her boyfriend (high school sweetheart – now 40 years later….) to prostate cancer. She needs to be uplifted right now. I love her and pray for her, but this gift package would help brighten her day.

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  1779. Deb

    I would give it to a young woman who, at age 18, took custody of her infant niece. Her niece is now a 1st grader at the school where I’m a counselor, and this young woman is seeking God’s truth and a positive path for herself and this precious child. I have invited her to our church and pray she will be embraced by the Body of Christ and feel His all-powerful and inspiring love for her.

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  1780. Toni Lowery

    I would give it to our pastor’s daughter Valerie. She is 15 years old and although she usually seems to have it all together she is still a teenager who struggles with her spiritual walk. I love her for who and where she is and want to see her strive for God’s purpose in her life. Who knows maybe someday she will be my Daughter-in-law which would be AWESOME, but either way I’d love her to have this gift pack.

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  1781. Jasmine

    I would give this to my little sister or one of the younger girls in our youth group who was just saved.

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  1782. Teresa Atchison

    I would love to give this gift bag to my daughter, Lindsey. She is an exceptional young woman who loves God. She is a single, K-5th grade P.E. teacher who coaches girls softball, volleyball, and basketball. Put it this way, if it has a ball, she coaches it! We as a family have been through some trying times in the last few years. My husband of 33 years passes away in March of 2012 at the age of 56 with a slow progressive disease called Huntingdon’s Chorea. My three children are at risk for this same disease and because of this Lindsey, my oldest has pretty much opted to stay single with no children to prevent the passing on of this disease. My middle daughter has chosen to marry and has my three beautiful “grand”children 8, 5, and 4 – she of course faces the same possiblity as well as my 24 year old son.
    Lindsey has a passion of children and I guess that’s why she chose the profession she is in. She devotes much of her time to helping others, especially the kids around her. She has a tremendous solo voice and sings in church as well at other functions. I just pray that fear of the uknown would simply be erased. I know that all my children certainly worry about their future, but Lindsey has taken it to heart. She has told me on several occasions that she has told God that she would be willing to be the one with Huntingdon’s if He (God) would spare her siblings. I believe this gift would encourage and lift her spirits. I love Proverbs 31 and all it stands for…..keep encouraging others through your words and the life you live!

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  1783. Frances Young

    I am not sure who I would give it to yet, I will leave that up to God to direct me if I were to win.

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  1784. Jennifer

    I would give this to my wonderful 15 year old daughter. She is such a blessing to us and I think she would really enjoy this.

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  1785. Donna

    I would give it to a young lady in our church “Bonnie”. She has recently come to know Jesus as her personal Savior and she is already making such an impact on our younger girls. She is singing on our Praise & Worship Team. Just an inspiring, joyful, happy young lady who is blessing even us “old” folk.

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  1786. Yemi

    I would give it to myself! 🙂 lol …as a gift from our heavenly Daddy for being a very young Christian (2 years on May 4th, 2013) 🙂

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  1787. Melissa

    First of all-thank you! I would give it to our 2 daughters, Alicia-just turned 12 yesterday! and Alanna-10.

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  1788. CourtneyH

    I would give this to my 14 year old daughter

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  1789. Linda

    I would give your lovely gift pack to my daughter. I think it will be impactful that it comes from one of her teen peers who is already so accomplished based on her walk with God. I hope your example will inspire her to continue the faith and seek a higher purpose in life. Like many teens, I believe she is struggling to find her identity and is being influenced by the media and friends. I like your message about it’s not what you want to be when you grow up but rather, ‘who’ you want to be. Good insight.

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  1790. ChristiS

    I would give it to my 13 year old niece! Thank you for the opportunity!

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  1791. Kelly

    This definitely would go to my 18 year old foster daughter. We were blessed with her last March and in one year I see her faith growing. She never attended church regularly before. Not only does she attend regularly now but she is excited about her faith. She was baptized last May, attended a spiritual retreat and confirmation blitz, plus now she has asked and is attending our women’s bible study group. It is so exciting to be a part of her new walk of faith. Your inspiration is just what she needs. Thank you!

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  1792. Betsy Pena

    I would give this to my two daughters who have children of their own. They have grown up knowing the Lord for my father was a Pastor for over 35 yrs. Just knowing the Lord is never enough but needing to have a personal relationship with HIM. They are women after God’s heart but are going through some life changes at this moment. The encouragement and knowing that God’s plan and purpose for them will come to pass for only He can get them through it all. Thank you

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  1793. KattrenaS

    I would give it to my 11 year old daughter who’s an AMAZING young lady in all areas of her life. I want to continue to encourage her to stay on the right path to God’s purpose for her life.

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  1794. Staci

    I would give the book to my thirteen year old niece who just recently became a Christian.

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  1795. Christine

    I would give it to my daughter. Her father divorced me when she was 9yrs old,( her brother 12 & sister 15). She has had a hard time with this and other things her father does & doesn’t do now.

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  1796. Carol Jewell

    I would give his to my granddaughter, Destini. She is 9 yrs. old and has lived with me since birth. Her dad is not in her life and her mom (my daughter) has more issues than she can handle. She is working on them but is 28 yrs. old and is just starting to make progress. Destini is a strong girl, knows the Lord, loves life, and we are very close. She knows i won’t be here forever and i’m trying to instill the right life in her. We go to church and i think this would be such a special gift, especially the book. She’s an avid reader and thinker and we talk in-depth on all subjects. I’d ike to think i left in imprint on her life and her heart.

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  1797. Carol

    I would give this to my 18 year old daughter who even though having been raised in the church has made some wrong decisions and is now experiencing the consequences of those decisions. She needs encouragement and prayers from all sources.

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  1798. Debbie Pemberton

    I would give it to friend of my DILs daughter Hannah. I think she will be either in the 7th or 8th grade now. She has had a pretty rough beginning in life. Her parents divorce and her mother tried to drown her one day when she small. She came to live with her father and stepmom and is doing alot better. She said that her only friend was her granpa who passed away about 1 yr. ago. Please pray for the family
    Thank you

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  1799. Martha Fletcher

    My triplet 13yo daughters…for help in encouraging them to always SAY YES TO GOD!
    Grace & peace!!!

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  1800. Carol Denlinger

    There are several girls that I would like to have read this book, but one special one lives 4 hours away and is growing as a believer, but she is young yet. HS is making its inroad into her life. She can be encouraged.

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  1801. Kerry @ Made For Real

    My daughter, because her name is “Hope” : ) and she is full of hope each and every day!

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  1802. virginia carter

    to be totally honest with you …..i would give it to myself because it would make me remember when i got born again ..the darkness of my souls sin that Jesus brought me out of.(coffee).how He polished away my sins with His Blood…carried my heavy burdens in the pockets of His strength(tote bag)…how He shined His rays of love on me and covered me from the heat of Hell when He came to Hell and got me(sun hat)…and put mercy and truth around my neck to remind me that JESUS is the way..truth..life(necklace)

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  1803. joyce mohr

    I would give this gift to our 15 yr old granddaughter who is starting over in so many ways.
    It would be a great encouragement to her and to her parents as they see her continue to embrace our Lord for all decisions she will make in her young life.

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  1804. Peggy

    I would give this book to my friend and sister Terra who turned 30 last week. She’s a single mother of a nine year old son who had a very difficult upbringing but has chose to follow God and, irrespective of the negativity around her, own a positive attitude and approach to life.

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  1805. Catherine Porter

    I would love to win this Friday’s favorites for my beautiful daughter Elizabeth Porter. She has shown dedication and perseverance this past year despite unbelievable trials. She has stood by me since her father died 6 years ago and God used her as an angel when I didn’t think I could continue living without him. She would say Mom you can make it…listen to God and listen to me. She is a full time college student making great grades, working a job and is expecting her first child after final exams in a few weeks. I lost my mother recently but I know she dud and still would say I’m proud of you Elizabeth.

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  1806. Liz

    For my daughter she has a big heart, you will give a stranger her last dime. And do without she is a caring young women. But once in awhile she needs a hug and told ,showed that she is loved . I do this and tell her that her big daddy in heaven love her beyond means.

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  1807. Linda

    I would love to gift this to my precious 16 year old Granddaughter. She loves Jesus and loves to share His plan for salvation. Thanks, so much, for blessing us with the opportunity to be a blessing to others!!!

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  1808. connie

    I wish I’d seen this sooner! 😉
    I would love to give this to my 18 year old daughter who is just now getting serious about her spiritual walk.
    I’m guessing I’m too late to win but I’m pretty sure I can duplicate that gift!
    Thanks for the inspiration!

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  1809. Rebecca

    I would give this to my 12 year-old daughter. She has had a rough start in life, her real father is in jail and never was around and my ex husband, that raised her for the past decade, was physically abusive to me and neglectful to his children. We are starting life over, I have a boyfriend that has been hand pick for me by God, but my daughter fears that she will never have him as a close father figure. She struggles with cutting and depression. I wish more than anything that she would learn to trust God and his plan for our life as I am trying to do myself. I want her to walk a better path than I have walked.

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  1810. shelly l

    My daughter Claire is amazing. She is 14 years old, and will be facing the most important decisions of her life in high school. I try to back her up and encourage her every step of the way, but Lord knows, we can all use a little help sometimes (I mean me, not her!). You are an inspiration Hope. God Bless.

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  1811. Keandra Ewing

    Hi Hope. First of all, I love your name. Hope is my word this year because God has resurrected my hope. I run an after school program for inner city youth and there is one particular teenager I have in mind. I’d love to give her this book and perhaps go through it with her. I’m currently going through What Happens When Women Say Yes to God and I’ve been challenged and encouraged in so many ways. I know this book will challenge and encourage this student. Thanks for doing this. This giveaway is a great idea!!!

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  1812. Carla Stewart

    I would give this book to my daughters (10 & 11). In an effort to “train them up in the way they should go” I try to utilize all the resources that I can to reach them. They enjoy reading, and especially the three of us reading together. I can imagine their excitement to explore this book with me, and it will open up more opprtunities for me to “train them up”.

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  1813. Jodi

    My high school daughter is a junior and has already gotten asked many a questions about after high school plans. I would share this gift with her because I love her and it is my prayer that God walks along side her as she wrestles with becoming the woman God wants her to be.

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  1814. Tammy

    I would give this to my sweet 13 year old daughter. She is at the tender age and I know it is vital to equip her with the tools she needs to face this world. Your book is a resource that will help mold her into a mighty woman with a heart for God!!!

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  1815. Vickie Brown

    The person that I would give this book to is a young lady I’ve been mentoring who is single mom of 3 (ages 5, 2 & 10 months). She has struggled for years trying to cope with being raised in an abusive household and taken away and placed in a foster home since birth. She feels lost and needs guidance to be a mom and a women with self-esteem. I constantly remind her she can’t be on this journey alone and needs God in her life to help her raise those 3 babies. She constantly battles with the children’s father and allows him back in her life over & over again. She struggles with the fact she’ll never have another man in her life because the children’s father reminds her of that all the time. I tell her “you can do bad all by yourself” let him go, get God in your life and you’ll be a lot better off! I keep encouraging her and feel these gifts would give her inspiration and keep her going in the right direction.

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  1816. Dee

    We have a young lady at our church that just accepted the Lord as her Savior. She has not had a bright past, however, since her decision, she now has a bright future. She has a 7 year old daughter. Her living and life circumstances are not what most of us would desire, however, that is really all she knows. I personally don’t know her well, but will be working on ways to encourage her in the Lord. This is definately who I would encourage with any and all Christian literature.

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  1817. Beth

    My friends daughter that is struggling with different things at school. She could benefit from this give a way and maybe in the midst of it all form a relationship with God. I have been talking with her about my faith and she seems very interested.

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  1818. Catheryn Kunz

    I have two nieces that are in elementary right now. They aren’t getting the question where do you want to go to college. . . . yet :s But they are getting asked what do you want to be when you grow up. I try to remind as much as I can that like you said, “Whose do you want to be” when you grow up. It never is to early to introducing them to that idea. Your book sounds exciting! I look forward to reading it and reading with my nieces in the future 🙂 Thanks!

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  1819. Cecilia

    I would share this with my young married daughter, like the book, the polish, & the starbucks gift card. The other items I would keep myself. I know my will give my daughter hope & encouragement. I already own the books unglued & unglued devotional and they just uplifting. I can’t wait to see if Lysa is going to be at the Women of Faith in San Antonio this year. I have been attending for 2 years now and they are awesome. Keep your wonderful for work for God. Blessings!

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  1820. Pam Needham

    I would give this to my daughter, Sarah, who is overworked as a pharmacist and needs to take some time to get away with God and rest in Him. She works so hard at her job. She is a fantastic young woman and her job requires a lot of her time away from home. She is my inspiration and is simply one of the most caring and considerate young women that I know. Thanks, Sarah, for blessing my life and being my daughter! I know that God has great plans for her life.

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  1821. Susan E

    As associate director of the Green Lake Christian Writers Conference I would include this package in our signed book drawing for someone attending our 65th anniversary conference. We work our students hard all week as they hone writing skills (lots of homework given each day), and our instructors get quite a workout as well. Some of our attendees are school teachers, youth group workers and write for young adults. Your book could offer them direction, encourgement and inspiration. Besides, winter doesn’t want to go away in WI this year. Your gift would brighten up and lend hope to a cold Northern woman. Thanks for your consideration.

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  1822. Mumtotwo

    I don’t have a story like so many. But I would give this to my daughter who is going to be 13 this year “just because”. I want her to know that I love her and God loves her.
    Thank you for your thoughtfulness Hope.

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  1823. Sarah

    A friend of mine’s daughter. She’s an awesome young lady who is also great with my young kids!!

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  1824. Marcie

    I’d give it to one of the wonderful intern gals at my church!

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  1825. Lisa P

    I would give this to my almost 13 year old (next month) daughter. We are a military family going through a move and she is having a hard time leaving the area. I think this would be a huge encouragement to her to know that with each new place we are being sent, she is saying yes to God.

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  1826. Tamboliya

    Myself. LOL 😉 I seriously need it! LOL 🙂

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  1827. Kristin

    I would give it to the teacher in the classroom next to mine. She has a son who has been suffering from unexplained seizures and understandably she is terrified. This is a tough time of year as she is an AP teacher and she has had to miss a lot with her students while she is caring for her son during this scary time.

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  1828. Debbie Cline

    I would give it to one of the young ladies in our Church’s Youth Group, with the condition to pass it on to the next young lady, and so on. Til they have all read it (there is probably 50 of them). There is something really wonderful when we share God’s word with our sisters. We need to edify each other, sharing this book, would be a great way to build each other up. Encourage every beautiful young woman that God’s love for us is endless, that they need nothing more than His love and His favour.
    Thank you for all you do.

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  1829. Jenn

    I would pass on to the girls that are in our church. My life has been changed by your mother’s books and believe that they hit right to the heart. We have a young girl in our church who is not “there” quite yet. She comes, but only because her mom takes her. She needs to find her own relationship with God. And I know that this book will help her out. I also know of another young lady, 16, who is losing her dad to cancer. She is very strong in her faith and shares it. I think it would help her in her season of loss that is fast approaching. Blessings!

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  1830. melissa rice

    i would give this to my teenage daughter. The devil is waging a war of rebellion in this beauty’s heart. i would hope that this would give her heart direction and a peace of mind that her dad and i cannot seem to do.

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  1831. Colleen

    I would give it to my daughter. She is a beautiful young mother who is a strong Christian. Although she has some major difficulties in her own life, she has been a precious encouragement for me in mine. She has far surpassed me in her spiritual growth, I love her so much, and I am so very proud of her.

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  1832. Teresa Woolson

    Just found this blog…probably too late for the giveaway. The book would be great to share with my granddaughter. She’s 14 and I’m hoping to inspire her.

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  1833. JJ

    My very dear friend that I feel the Lord is asking me to minister to. She is young, single, and in the process of giving up her whole life and move to another state to care for her ailing father that has been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease and early stages of Alzheimer’s. In addition to be ill, her father is a very difficult, negative person to be around. My heart goes out to her and I pray for the Lord to come into her life.

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  1834. Lorie

    I would love to give this special gift package to my beautiful daughter, Madison, who just completed her 2nd year of university yesterday (and she’s only 18!) She radiates the love of the Lord everywhere she goes…she is precious and a blessing to our family and everyone that knows her.
    And she is such a girly girl…she would be blessed to receive it!

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  1835. Leslie

    I would give it to my daughter. She just turned 18 and has a passion for Christ. I wish I had the connection she has. She will be going on her first mission trip this summer.

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  1836. Vicki Steele

    I’d love to bless my Friend/Mentor, Deb, with this Gift. Deb has been such a true blessing in my life and I’m so thankful to God for bringing her to me when he did. She has guided me through many struggles…
    And in many ways she’s shown me the love of a mother, that my mother didn’t have to give. I’m truly thankful to this wonderful women for opening her heart and her arms to me. Thanks so much for allowing me to express my thankfulness.

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  1837. Lynda Garrett

    I would give this special gift to my sister, because she is always there when I need someone to talk to, I have been divorced for 12 years now an went through Stage 4 Tonsil Cancer in 2010, an my sister has walked every step with me and then some and i could never ever forget all the night s she stayed with me and leaving her family allthe nights she had to take me to the hospital and being admitted an being quaratine all the time she would sneek up the back steps of the hospital every night and stay with me for a few hours no matter what I wanted she was there to bring it to me. I thank my Lord & Savior for my complete recovery of cancer and my sister and all the friends I had praying for me. My sister Kay is one of a kind and is always doing for others no matter what, love her to death…thank you for letting us share our thoughts with you today, God Bless.

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  1838. Theresa LeBlanc

    Hat for shade, sunscreen, air conditioning. And my ice maker. Love my ice maker!

    Most of all, God’s Word and prayer! They are sanity savers for every season!

    When life gets rough – pray and get your nose in the Word!

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  1839. Erin M

    I am starting a Bible Study group “Girls of Grace” with the teens/college age girls at my church. I cannot wait to get started and we have chosen your book to get us rolling!!! I would love to win this goodie bag to pass out to the girls as prizes!

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  1840. Tiffany

    My summertime sanity saver is to actually take a lunch. Working at home, I generally eat at my desk while I work. However, during the summer, I force myself to take lunch to the patio and sit outside while I eat. It is wonderful to soak up some sun, a cool breeze, the birds singing, or just the natural quiet of being outdoors.

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  1841. amanda taylor

    I would give this to a young girl at my church.she has an amazing faith in God! She has had two lungs collapse over the past year and had two surgeries as well. But through that experience she has put all her faith in the lord even started a ministry. I know she could really use and appreciate all of this.

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  1842. Leanne Arens

    This beautiful gift would go to my oldest sister Linda. My sisters (3) and I lost our mom a little over a month ago. We all are grieving, but Linda unselfishly gave so much of her love, time and compassion to ensure mom and dad’s (has Alzheimer’s) needs were taken care of. So much so, she burned up all of her vacation/personal time. All while her daughter gave birth too twin girls and was there and supported all of them as well! The week after mom died, Linda was told she had to have a Hysterectomy, this not something was ready for. She loves God, is a faithful Chirstian and continually gives to everyone around her. She has hard time staying still and a hard time taking care of herself. This gift would be perfect for her and help with her recovery. I would be honored and blessed to give this to her. God Bless. Thank you.

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  1843. Nancy

    To a beautiful young girl who though raised in a christian home finds herself in love with a boy who’s family is involved in a religious cult and who has absolute control over her. As each day goes on she is more and more estranged from her God and her family who desperately love her.

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  1844. JR

    Hope if I have to give it away it would be to a good friend of mine that gives to everyone all the time. God shows through her everyday. I am so blessed to have her in my life.

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  1845. Kel

    I would give it to my neice – thanks!

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  1846. sherri white

    I would give this to my daughter Malisa. She will finish her second year of law school this month and the next week start summer school for 6 weeks. This will ease some of the load for next year – her last year in law school. Malisa does not work outside the home – she wears several hats – she’s a wife, a full time mom to a 9 year old and a 4 year old, and a full time student not to mention doing an internship in here “spare time”.

    Her husband is a Pharmacist for OU Hospital which is a Level One Trauma Center. So he works 12+ hour shifts 7 days a week then the next 7 days he’s off. But often fills in when they’re short on Pharmacist. His shifts are 7 pm to 7 am with a little extra time with shift change so this makes it where Malisa has to get both kids to and from school and then get herself to school on time. Then after school & her intership she picks the kids up and if there are after school activities she takes them to do those. Then there’s homework & supper to get fixed. Then bath & bedtime for her children. That’s when she has “me time” to do her homework and housework.

    They are very active in their church and it is so awesome to see your child grow in her relationship with Christ and to watch her teach her children about Christ. About a month ago she called me and said she needed to tell me something…. my though was “another grandbaby”. No it wasn’t that…. She told me she’s going to Africa July 24th for 2 weeks for a church mission trip to help prevent human traffic & trading. She said the first meeting she went to she had this feeling in her stomach she had never felt before – like God was calling her to go to Africa. The next meeting she went to the feeling was more intense. She’s never has been away from her 2 children for more than 2 days so 2 weeks was going to be a challange – but she knew she had me to come & help while her husband was at work. She said the cost of the trip would put a bit of a strain on their savings, but she said that she knew if God was calling for her to go to Africa the money would not be a issue. The next week her mother in law mailed them a St. Patrick’s day card and in that envelope was a check wrote to Malisa for her cost plus spending money to go to Africa. You see God did call her to go and made the funds available for her to be able to go. Her in laws also have gone on several church mission trips so they know when God calls – things happen.
    I pray that you’ll bless her with this special giveaway. And I’d love to read the book after she finishes it.
    God called my Mom home Feb. 23, 2012, and 11 days later called my husband home on March 6 2012. So this will be the first time I’ll be able to be of help & service to them as they have helped me through my grief the past 13 months.
    Thank you,
    In Christain love,
    Sherri

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  1847. Michelle L

    My pool! It’s so relaxing and everyone loves it! I would give give this book to my co-worker. Thanks for the giveaway!

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  1848. jackie dicecco

    I would give this to my sister. When my daughter was born and all during her short life, my sister was a strength to me. She stayed up with my girl when my husband and I thought we would collapse from lack of sleep, she held her as much as she could, she was always there when I felt I could not go on. When my little girl died, she was there too…holding us up. She is amazing.

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  1849. Kathie Stevenson

    Hope, I would give this to my Pastor’s wife, Sarah. She is a middle School Teacher throughout the year as well as a very dedicated wife and mother and Sunday School teacher. Rarely have I seen her take time for herself. She brings such joy and happiness to everyone around her, always offering a warm hug and encouragement; she has a smile that just lights up the room. She is very much in need of some appreciation and this gift would be just the thing to tell her “thank you”.
    Please consider her when you think who would really make use of this gift. Thank you so much, and God bless you and your mom.

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  1850. Terrie Black

    Hope, I am sitting here thinking about my friend Amanda Reeb as I am reading your post and how she would be the one that I would give this gift pack to. You see I have known her since I was only 6 years old, her dad and my dad worked together, her brother and my brother were the same age and went to school together as did she and I. I have been through a lot of heartache and grief in my life and she has always been there for me and not condemed me or judge any of the not so wise choices that I made. When I was just 13 years old I lost my only brother in a car accident I thought that my life was over and there she was to help me try to make sense of it all. She stayed by my side through thick and then; and then just 4 1/2 years later my mother who just couldn’t take all of the depression and the demons that haunted her mind any longer committed suicide. Needless to saymy life began to spiral out of control Amanda was right there for me to hold my hand and tell me that everything was going to be okay and to let me vent to and cry on her shoulder anytime I needed. She may not know all of the ways she has touched my and still does to this day 16 years later, however I wiull forever be endebted to her kindness, gentleness, compassion, non-judgemental love that she has always shown me. That is why I would give this gift to her and no one else. Thank you Hope for taking the time out to read this little story of the most wonderful woman I have ever had the blessing and pleasure to call my friend.

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  1851. Deanna Kieliszek

    I want to read it and share with my twin daughters who are young but I hope will choose to follow God.

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  1852. Kris Konick

    I would give this to my friend Jordyn. She is an amazing teenager who is just about to graduate and head to Johnson Bible College. I love her amazing heart for God, from it flows peace, love, and leadership in ways most never achieve but for her it seems so effortless. She is also the oldest of 5 siblings and she sets a great example but also cares deeply which shows through her actions beginning in her own home. “Jo Jo” is one amazing young lady, excited to watch her continue to grow and be molded!!

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  1853. Anne-Marie Pfligler

    I would give this package to my daughter, Courtney. She is so amazing & deserves a special package just for her. She may only be 16 but she already knows what she plans to do with her life. She is attending online High School as well as a East Valley Institute of Technology in Mesa, AZ for a Certificate in Culinary & Baking. She plans to be a Pastry Chef & eventually own her own Bakery. At the age of 16 she has already made several cakes for baby & bridal showers as well as cupcakes for weddings & birthdays. She has such a passion for Christ & lives by the Purity Oath she took several years ago. Courtney recently made a decision on her own to switch from one Wednesday night Youth Group to another because the first was not meeting regularly nor teaching lessons when they did meet, it has become more of a fun time for the most part. The new Youth Group she changed to she feels more comfortable in & loves the lessons & learning she is now a part of. Courtney is a very hard working & loving daughter & I admire her for her desire to learn more about God & not just to meet each week with friends. God is her #1.

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  1854. Shannon

    My 18 year old cousin who is almost finished with her first year of college- this would be a perfect “Congrats on getting through your first year!” gift for her!

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  1855. Rebekah Lyon

    One summer sanity saver tip I’m excited to utilize this year is . . . de-cluttering the entire house by giving away 1,000 items! Seriously. It’s now or never and once it’s done, our lives will be a bit more simple 🙂

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  1856. Tara Deese

    I would give these items to my mom. She is a breast cancer survivor and yet, does not know Jesus ad her personal savior. I believe this book may be able to open her eyes and close down some of the fears and doubts she has. Even if she doesn’t get the gift, I ask you all to continue to pray for her and pray she says Yes to God!!!

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  1857. Cheri Johnson

    Hope,
    It is do encouraging to see a mother and daughter working together to touch lives! I would give this to my daughter Christine who works with a group of young ladies in our church. My daughter is a light on her secular campus as well. She tries to be Jesus hands and feet to others where ever god takes her and he is using her in a mighty way!!! Thanks for a much needed ministry!

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  1858. Tammy Beyer

    My daughter, Mercy, would love this. I would give it to her. She is so sweet, and tender-hearted.

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  1859. SHAWN GLOVER

    I would give this to our youngest daughter, who is also the mother to our 10 year old granddaughter. Our granddaughter was saved at a young age, and has such a love for the Lord. I know it would be a well received gift.

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  1860. Carla fiske

    I would like this for myself! Sounds greedy…maybe.I am just one slap worn out mama with a newborn at home who could use a bit of light in this darkness of adjusting to being a mommy again.Not to mention staying home and operating on one income.I LOVE all the books and studies I’ve done….you are definitely gifted by the Lord.Thank you and may he continue to speak to you.Blessings.Carla

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  1861. Jenna Bryant

    Good morning, as a teacher I can think of several young ladies I would gift these items too but right now I am pulled to my sister. She is a single mom of three that has just started going back to church in the last month. She has a 13 year old daughter that needs to see her mom find confidence and her comfort and faith her savior. I gifted my sister your moms book and feel a follow up for her and her daughter is the next step.
    Jenna

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  1862. Shelia Green

    Good afternoon, I love to read your mother’s blog. I have a 16 year old God who is following her heart. She has had her heart set on going to Africa for the past two years. She kept telling us that God was going to send her to Africa when it was time. Well God is sending her to Africa in 7 days. She will be gone for 10 days working and loving on the little African children. We could not be more proud of her and her love for God. With this gift pack I think it will just help her in her everyday life. Next year she will be a Senior in high school. It is so hard to live life for God with all the drama and bullying in the wall of your high school.
    Shelia

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  1863. Kellidfp@aol.com

    I would love to share this gift with 4 fantastic ladies I dearly love. My Mom, because she deserves a little something to brighten her life and add pep to her days. My Mother-in law because she has taught me strength and to never give up. My sister, who offers support even when she has to step out of her stoic ways to do so. My oldest daughter, who leaves for her first trip requiring a passport in 1 week. She is only 14 but continues to inspire and humble me on a daily basis. These women compliment my life and I want to have something to give them all. Sometimes I feel like I have nothing left to give and treating each of them to an item in your giveaway would bring me joy.

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  1864. Kelli Palmer

    I just posted a comment and forget to include the scripture that has been on my heart to share. This verse helps me when things are not beautiful and good in the present.
    New International Version
    He has made everything beautiful in its time. He has also set eternity in the human heart; yet no one can fathom what God has done from beginning to end.
    Ecclesiastes 3:10-12

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  1865. Karen

    Our women’s’ Bible study recently finished your study, When Women Say Yes to God. When we decided on this study months before, God knew I was going to need this study to know he was calling me to a mission trip to Liberia with our church conference. When I was reading the book along with the study, I came to the part where you said you had adopted two boys from, where else, but Liberia. There were other confirmations as well. During the trip, we will be delivering birthing kits to the women there. I, like you, had an abortion before I was married. Very few people know about it because I cannot bring myself to say it out loud. I did tell my Bible study girl friends and they were so supportive. I feel delivering the birthing kits will help me to heal and come to peace with that decision I made so many years ago. Please pray for me next Sunday (11th) when I speak in church about how your study led to me to know that God was calling me to this trip. I am not sure I can bring myself to tell my church family what I did. I am so ashamed of this selfish act and have pushed it so deep in the depths of my soul that I am not sure I can do it. I thank God for your gift of this book and your study.

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  1866. Liz McGraw

    I would share this with our pastor’s wife, Michelle. She is in school completing her masters in marriage and family counseling. Her daughter is getting married this weekend. Her son graduated from high school in May and is headed off to college. Her youngest daughter begins 6th grade on August 8th. I think she could use an extra-special blessing!!

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  1867. Carol McIlroy

    I would love to give this gift to a lovely young lady called Laura. Laura is about 13 years old and has recently started coming to our small church, kids club,youth club and Sunday school. My Pastor and I also see her on a Tuesday afternoon when we visit her school as an out reach team called “school angels”. Laura comes from Hungry and although she has only been in England for three years she has mastered the use of the English Language enough to interpret to her parents who she has now invited to come and join us at Church. She gets on very well with everyone at the club’s as well as the adults in Church, everyone likes he big personality and kind nature. I spent a lovely day with Laura quite recently and we talked all afternoon about her parents, England, Hungry her likes dis likes etc etc. Laura has a wonderful way of expressing herself , she has a relationship with her mother that i wish i had been able to have with my own mother. Her parents mean the world to her and she listens and obeys them. her mother has given Laura some strong values which she tries very hard to keep. Laura has a passion in her heart for Christ she is always asking her friends to come to Church on Sundays as she thoroughly enjoys the Sunday service and is often seen after the service singing the hymns with her friends. Her mother and Father are coming to church this week even though they do not speak English very well. Lura will interpret for them so they will not miss out on the message. We are all so looking forward to meeting them and Laura as a new family in our Church and I thought this would be a lovely gift to Laura for all her hard work, tenacity and dedication.

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  1868. Mary Kaiser

    I realize after having a really bad day it was probably a direct result of the little time I spent in God’s Word and in quiet time Just for Him and listening to hear His voice. I was not tuned in but I know He was there waiting for me. That is what causes the bad day and then I end up taking it out on others who love me the most. Especially my spouse, Paul. He is so good to me, will do anything to help me when I am in physical or emotional pain. He is definitely a Man of God and I need to tell him how much he does bless me every day. I will do that today for sure. I know that is what I should do. God would want me to do this.

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  1869. Karolee Ferguson

    Hi – I would give this beautiful gift to my big Sister Karen! God has blessed me with such a beautiful Sister. She and I are very close and she is such an incredible supporter….whether I’m going through something difficult or in the middle of trying to make a life changing decision, like a job change, she is always there for me! She is supportive, compassionate, empathetic, nurturing, she lifts my spirits and is always there if I need a hug or just some encouragement! She is my go to in a world that is always throwing me curve balls!!! I love her with all of my heart!!! It would mean a lot for me to surprise her with this and Thank her for being there for me always!!! She is a non believer but never squelches my desire for the Lord. I would to use this as an opportunity to give back!!! God Bless, Karolee

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  1870. Steffanie Bonn

    I would give this to my daughter. She is an 15 year old with Asperger’s Syndrome. She is always so cheerful, always trying to make everyone smile. She always puts others before herself. She’s actively involved with church and sports at school, has dalready decided on which college she will go to and what career she wants. I would gice this gift to her because of the hope and joy she brings into so many lives.

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  1871. Carole

    I would love to give this to my “daughter” Cheryl. This past summer, our church went on a mission trip to the Navajo nation in Arizona and on our Mission trip, I was one of the adult leaders for our group. We put on a Bible School during the day for the Navajo children and also led a sports camp for teens and crafts, and an adult ladies crafts group. It is something that we do every other year, and ongoing mission relationship with the Navajo Lutheran Mission in Rock Point, AZ- we all look forward to it. We are blessed so much by these wonderful people, and have enjoyed the initial group of children from years past growing up with us! One of these kids has been with us and has grown so much in her life and her walk with the Lord. She was abandoned by her Mother and never had a father, a family in her tribe took her in and is raising her. We grew so close, and she tells me that I am like the Mom she wanted. She is a wonderful girl, and she has grown so from the first time that I met her six years ago. Keeping her encouraged at age 15, and walking in His love is so important. I think that this would be something that she would hold as precious. On the reservation they have so little, that the smallest of things are treasured and held dear. Cheryl is a very precious child and she is a light to her people!

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  1872. Mary Ann Marko

    Hi Hope:
    I instantly thought of my mom when I saw your giveaway. I began teaching Lisa’s Made to Crave series a few weeks ago at church and invited my mom to join me. She has struggled with her weight for years. To my surprise, she said yes. And has embraced this new adventure. She was raised with a little knowledge of God, but has never truly experienced his awesomeness. I’m trying to instill as much of God into her life as possible in the time we have together. In January, she leaves for Arizona (from Minnesota) where she spends the winter. The beach bag and hat would be perfect for her time there. And she always loves a new nail polish color. But my biggest thought is the book. I think the Made to Crave series will be the catapult to launch her towards and amazing relationship with God. After I read What Happens Whe Women Say Yes to God, I know this book would have a profound impact on her and help her make her next step toward shining her beautiful light to the world. I am truly blessed to have an amazing mom and I want to give something extra special to her and this would be a perfect gift. By the way, her name is Ruth…

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  1873. Tina Fuchs

    I thank you for your giveaway. I would give this to my granddaughter Makayla 13. she loves starbucks but whats most important is that she would start growing in the Lord Jesus Christ and loving Him as He created her to. It’s not much of a comment but huge to our Lord it would be one more that would glorify Him.

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