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I'm Laura L. SmithJesus lover, best-selling author, speaker, Bible teacher, podcaster, wife & mama, fan of coffee, chocolate, music, books, and travel
I’ve been searching my whole life for beauty. Not in the world—there’s plenty of that — in the crimson of a cardinal’s feather, in the sound of waves crashing along a shore, in the melody of a Beatles’ ballad, or in a Chagall stained glass window. The world is filled with beauty, but me, well that was another story. It took me years to discover my true beauty, to fully grasp I am made in the image of my Creator, and therefore, I am beautiful. The incredible thing is…so are you. You were marvelously made by God to inspire awe. No matter what the world tries to tell you, no matter what you try to tell yourself. No one can rob you of the incredible true identity God instilled in you. I tell stories (through books, blogs, and speaking) in hopes of helping you discover what took me so long to see: your beautiful true reflection in Christ.
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"Get ready to be empowered to take your next brave step. The women in every chapter face impossible situations--but with the God who makes all things possible. Every woman needs this book! -- Amy Seiffert, author of Your Name is Daughter
"Laura is so exceptionally skilled at connecting our own everyday realities to the very real lived stories within the pages of Scripture. Her writing style is easy yet eloquent; she brings these biblical figures into your life, not as unrelatable historical characters, but as real women you can connect with--even see yourself in--and continue to learn from today. They are sisters and friends and mothers like us, and they are beautiful, broken, flawed, redeemed . . . like us. Brave Woman, Mighty God is a beautiful reminder of the work God has started, which didn't end with them--and won't end with us. Beyond that, it's a reminder of how deeply God loves us and how intentionally He chooses us, in all our mess and whatever our circumstances, for our good and His glory." -- Erica Ligenza Gwynn, author of That's Just Not True
"I don’t read much nonfiction (my heart beats for stories) but if I do, it’s likely written by Laura L. Smith. I have so appreciated her steady wisdom and encouragement for women over the last few years, whether she’s been guiding us through truth found in beloved hymns, the Psalms, biblical & holy care for the whole self, or the urgency of slowing down. And now, through the stories of different women of the Bible, Smith warmly teaches us how to be brave women because of our mighty God."
--Reading is My Superpower
"I have been a long-time reader of Laura L. Smith’s work, though, and if I was ever going to read a book about women’s stories and God’s love and value in women, I felt confident that she’d deliver a frank, loving, and nuanced book on these themes.
And… I was right! I think this would make a lovely gift book or text for a women’s group study."
--The Story Sanctuary
"Laura is so exceptionally skilled at connecting our own everyday realities to the very real lived stories within the pages of Scripture. Her writing style is easy yet eloquent; she brings these biblical figures into your life, not as unrelatable historical characters, but as real women you can connect with--even see yourself in--and continue to learn from today. They are sisters and friends and mothers like us, and they are beautiful, broken, flawed, redeemed . . . like us. Brave Woman, Mighty God is a beautiful reminder of the work God has started, which didn't end with them--and won't end with us. Beyond that, it's a reminder of how deeply God loves us and how intentionally He chooses us, in all our mess and whatever our circumstances, for our good and His glory." -- Erica Ligenza Gwynn, author of That's Just Not True
"I don’t read much nonfiction (my heart beats for stories) but if I do, it’s likely written by Laura L. Smith. I have so appreciated her steady wisdom and encouragement for women over the last few years, whether she’s been guiding us through truth found in beloved hymns, the Psalms, biblical & holy care for the whole self, or the urgency of slowing down. And now, through the stories of different women of the Bible, Smith warmly teaches us how to be brave women because of our mighty God."
--Reading is My Superpower
"I have been a long-time reader of Laura L. Smith’s work, though, and if I was ever going to read a book about women’s stories and God’s love and value in women, I felt confident that she’d deliver a frank, loving, and nuanced book on these themes.
And… I was right! I think this would make a lovely gift book or text for a women’s group study."
--The Story Sanctuary
Laura's books
Free Resouces
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Prayer is one of the most beautiful and powerful things we get to do. You don't need any experience or tools to pray. Discover the ease and power of prayer all in the FREE guide!
Did you know that top tips from mental health professionals to care for your mental health are Biblical? God wants good for you and is always working things out for your good. Explore 4 ways to care for your mental health below! |
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FREE guide on how to read your BIBLEWe live in a world of hustle, comparison, expectations, and worry. Do you feel it? Yet Jesus invites us into a life of rest, peace, and joy. Reading your Bible will give you hope, strength, courage, patience, peace, purpose, and direction. I unfortunately can’t get coffee with everyone (but wouldn’t mochas all around be fun?!) So I wrote this FREE guide to help you get going, find time, and understand the words God wrote for you on the pages of His love letter to you. |
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