Holly Stratton

Welcome to LifeHurts
a place to strengthen your mind & steady your heart with the hope of the gospel

Beware Of The Danger In The Dark

Beware, Christian. The great danger in the midst of darkness is the lure of whispering promises that have no power to be kept in the midst of destruction. That person of power. That promise of prosperity. That perspective of positivity. These seductive voices are too impotent to hold us fast if God chooses to strip every last ounce of security from our earthly life. Read more

Caring About Right Things At The Right Time

Sometimes we don't care about the right things at the right time. That inappropriately-dressed teen drawing attention to her body may need the loving attention of a genuine mentor more than she needs admonition from a modesty sheriff. The culture is shouting the lie to her that her power is found in her sexuality, and the attention her... Read more

Lord, Help Me Not To Fear Those Who Cannot Kill The Soul

And Jesus said to his disciples... "Do not fear those who kill the body but who cannot kill the soul. Rather fear Him who can destroy both soul and body in hell." Matthew 10:28  It's revolting to hear of the senseless massacre of lives, whether on the killing fields of Vietnam... Read more