by Jessica Goodpaster | Apr 15, 2018 | The Good Life
I’ve heard people talk about God speaking to them since I was a child. Back then, I imagined a thunderous voice from heaven literally booming, “Jessica, you must do this!” Of course, this would be complete with a bright light, harp music, and maybe a burning bush, for...
by Jessica Goodpaster | Jan 30, 2018 | The Good Life
Today I am officially starting this blog! There has been a little voice in the back of my brain for years that I dismissed telling me that I could use writing for good, but I have finally taken the steps of faith needed to listen and act. I’m excited about the...
by Jessica Goodpaster | Dec 17, 2016 | China Adoption, The Good Life
When applying for the Lifesong for Orphans grant, we were required to prepare an adoption testimony. While I knew God directed us on this path to expand our family, it wasn’t until our adoption story was put to paper that I saw all the ways he worked together to lead...
by Jessica Goodpaster | Jul 28, 2016 | China Adoption, The Good Life
One of my favorite Bible stories is that of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. (If you aren’t familiar, you should read the whole story in Daniel 3. It is a really good one.) Basically, Babylonian King Nebuchadnezzar built a giant golden statue and demanded...