For readers of the book
You read the book.
Now let’s keep going
together.
Welcome, friend. Whatever storm carried you to Thriving in the Storm, I’m so glad you’re here. This page is a quiet place to take the next small step — together, and not alone.
— Rhonda D. Barley
Pause & reflect
Before you go any further, take a breath.
You didn’t arrive here by accident. Whatever you’re carrying right now — the worry, the weariness, the quiet hope — let it rest for a moment in God’s hands.
01
Where am I right now?
Name the storm, even softly. Honesty is where healing begins.
02
Where is God in it?
Look for the small mercies — the people, moments, and breaths He has already given.
03
What is one brave step?
Not the whole journey. Just the next faithful step you can take this week.
When you’re ready, the guide below will hold space for these answers — and a few more.
Continue to the guideA gift for you
My Thriving Plan
A one-page reflection guide
Five gentle prompts to help you name your storm, notice God’s hand in it, and choose one small step forward this week. Print it, pray over it, and keep it close.
Download free PDFMy Thriving Plan
A companion to Thriving in the Storm
1. The storm I'm walking through
2. Where I see God's hand
3. One truth I'm holding onto
4. One small step this week
5. Who is walking with me
The Thriving Community
Walk with me — in the inbox and beyond.
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Walking forward
Some storms ask for a guide.
If the book stirred something in you — a question, a calling, a corner you don’t want to face alone — coaching and consulting through Brave Heart is a gentle next step. We’ll meet you exactly where you are.
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One-on-one sessions for faith, healing, and clarity in seasons of storm and rebuild.
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Invite Rhonda to speak, teach, or hold space for your community or church.
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