<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Restoring the Ruins Ministries]]></title><description><![CDATA[Daryl and Judy Slegh provide personal experience in restoring ruin relationships and life experiences to bring peace and hope. ]]></description><link>https://www.restoringtheruins.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Thu, 16 Jul 2026 03:05:32 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.restoringtheruins.org/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Check and Change the Atmosphere]]></title><description><![CDATA[Inviting God's Peace into Every Environment "Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your heart be troubled and do not be afraid."John 14:27 Every day, we step into different environments. Some are filled with encouragement and joy, while others carry stress, tension, uncertainty, or conflict. Whether you're heading into an office, classroom, hospital, ministry, or returning home after a long day, it's easy to let the atmosphere...]]></description><link>https://www.restoringtheruins.org/post/check-and-change-the-atmosphere</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a57d5814ee79d90036e36a9</guid><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:53:01 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b9dda8_fc82dc8fc4724114a1fb0be6c8e99a48~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_866,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>restoringtheruins</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Armor Up for Your Day]]></title><description><![CDATA[Preparing Your Heart for the Day Ahead Being emotionally ready for work or to arrive home is necessary. We can send overwhelming emotions away through prayer. We can also recognize the feelings that seem to be “broadcast” throughout our environments and choose not to absorb them. Instead, we can release anticipated negativity and replace it with God’s hope, wisdom, joy, and goodness. You may feel overwhelmed with swirling thoughts of negativity expecting problems or even harassment. It can...]]></description><link>https://www.restoringtheruins.org/post/armor-up-for-your-day</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a2c4f3f8d10dcf628913fd6</guid><pubDate>Wed, 17 Jun 2026 15:00:21 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b9dda8_95f9040044084fb091013a0b44ac2ad4~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>restoringtheruins</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[God’s Alignment for My Special Assignment]]></title><description><![CDATA[As employees, parents, spouses, and followers of Christ, we each have an assigned authority and purpose in our daily lives. God has entrusted us with responsibilities, relationships, and opportunities that are unique to our journey. When we align ourselves with God's heart, we become more sensitive to His guidance in every area of life. Whether we are serving at work, caring for our families, navigating the challenges of a prodigal child, or simply going about our daily routines, God desires...]]></description><link>https://www.restoringtheruins.org/post/god-s-alignment-for-my-special-assignment</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a28437d579005354a9ef428</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 16:49:46 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b9dda8_e44ce0865eca4e86810314cac6729cd7~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>support57279</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Join The Hopeful Waiting Room?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Daryl and I have been contemplating creating an online support group for years after a five-year hiatus. "Do we really need to do this? Why us? What is the value of a private group?" Lastly, "Do we have the time and commitment to dedicate to it fully?" Evaluating this again, Father God reiterated the answer, "It's time for a new start together after a five-year delay. Together, you will offer others a new perspective to fight the battle. Now live in gratitude to support others in a new way."...]]></description><link>https://www.restoringtheruins.org/post/why-join-the-hopeful-waiting-room</link><guid isPermaLink="false">698e266931ffa9c2436255ac</guid><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 19:17:53 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b9dda8_b7ff23f91b324245810cf160ee30a66c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Judy R. Slegh</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Turning Hearts to Him: A Message of Hope and Guidance]]></title><description><![CDATA[Some messages arrive as inspiration from God, offering guidance and encouragement for those seeking restoration and spiritual growth. This poem reflects a vision of intentional love and purpose, showing that turning hearts to Him is a meaningful, transformative journey. The inspiration behind these words reminds us that spiritual transformation often begins in quiet moments of reflection and surrender. By leaning into God’s guidance, hearts can shift from despair to hope, creating fertile...]]></description><link>https://www.restoringtheruins.org/post/turning-hearts-to-him-a-message-of-hope-and-guidance</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68d69ded8febcff6405b9ba9</guid><pubDate>Sun, 08 Feb 2026 15:30:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/67fd2d_4766487050fc4d5cb3cbcc85f100a633~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>restoringtheruins</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unshakeable Foundations of Faith]]></title><description><![CDATA[One day I walked the shoreline at Madeira Beach in Florida. As I walked, I saw cement foundations jutting out into the ocean feet every so often. Because they weren’t huge, I searched online to see why they were there. I discovered they were created to prevent beach erosion.  I stopped to watch the waves wash over the foundations. These cement structures were concrete and unchangeable. They did break the waves as the water rushed in. Foundations of faith came to my mind. Daryl and I had...]]></description><link>https://www.restoringtheruins.org/post/unshakeable-foundations-of-faith</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68d6a274a1c77a48124401df</guid><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 16:00:33 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/67fd2d_0c46ac1b67984e6da387be81bb816ca0~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>restoringtheruins</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Navigating Boundaries as a Parent of Adult Children]]></title><description><![CDATA[Have you ever struggled with boundaries in your family? You’re not alone.  Many parents have walked through the pai nful journey of having a prodigal and facing questions like: How do I love without overstepping? How do I stay connected while respecting space? How do I balance my needs with the needs of my children and grandchildren? There are some of the hardest challenges in Christian parenting.  In one of our recent reels,  Judy shared honestly about her own struggles with boundaries with...]]></description><link>https://www.restoringtheruins.org/post/navigating-boundaries-as-a-parent-of-adult-children</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68d69f164c8425dc7bf7bb1c</guid><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 20:00:35 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/67fd2d_00fa47706b9248bb96182ceae7ef4ba1~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_864,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>restoringtheruins</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[3 Prayers for Parents of a Wayward Child]]></title><description><![CDATA[As parents, nothing weighs heavier on our hearts than watching a son or daughter drift from the faith. When you ha ve a wayward...]]></description><link>https://www.restoringtheruins.org/post/3-prayers-for-parents-of-a-wayward-child</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68d6a04e4c8425dc7bf7bdd3</guid><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 16:16:26 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/67fd2d_a85e1616472e418dbde378415f50d1d5~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_822,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>restoringtheruins</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Conversations that Catch Fire]]></title><description><![CDATA[Emotional tension has a way of rising unexpectedly, especially in the relationships closest to the heart. When a discussion with a loved one shifts suddenly into heat, confusion, or hurt, it can feel as though the very ground beneath us changes. These moments often reveal why emotional boundaries matter, because without them, conflict spreads quickly, consuming connection rather than strengthening it. This is where healthy boundaries in a relationship become essential to create a protective...]]></description><link>https://www.restoringtheruins.org/post/conversations-that-catch-fire</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6941bea96e99824bc103b59c</guid><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2025 22:20:02 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b9dda8_5b83beb7a006458e94cd00ed996abedd~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>support57279</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Navigating Family Boundaries During the Holidays]]></title><description><![CDATA[The holiday season  often brings joy and tension side by side. Family patterns, unmet expectations, and tender places of the heart can all rise to the surface. In these moments, believers may feel caught between longing for connection  and navigating the reality of strained relationships.  When that tension appears, it can feel like spiritual warfare, inviting hearts to lean more deeply on God for strength, wisdom, and peace. With that posture of trust, reflect on these words below....]]></description><link>https://www.restoringtheruins.org/post/navigating-family-boundaries-during-the-holidays</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69278e64d7a5761e8f39a3e0</guid><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 23:00:23 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b9dda8_3a79f15a7ec74bc7872c824095d3708e~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>support57279</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[When Emotional Boundaries Form]]></title><description><![CDATA[Families walking through the pain of a spiritually drifting loved one often face moments where the heart feels pulled in opposite directions, longing to protect, yet unsure how to reach them. Emotional distance can stir questions, fear, and deep grief. But this experience isn’t unusual , and it certainly  isn’t hopeless . Many parents find themselves wrestling with boundaries in a relationship they never expected, wondering what to do when connection becomes fragile. This is where faith...]]></description><link>https://www.restoringtheruins.org/post/when-emotional-boundaries-form</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69278dc205a24a4ad958f834</guid><pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 20:00:23 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b9dda8_be73add81f4949818ea5188a71637201~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>support57279</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rooted in His Rhythm: Trusting God Through the Seasons of Life]]></title><description><![CDATA[Each of us moves through changin g seasons of life,  where faith deepens not in the ease of summer but in the quiet of fall and the stillness of winter. Nature reflects growth, rest, and renewal  as a divine rhythm in the journey of spiritual development. The trees remind us that transformation doesn’t always happen in the sunlight. Sometimes, the most meaningful spiritual growth  occurs when we are called to release, rest, and trust in God’s plan , even when the path ahead seems uncertain....]]></description><link>https://www.restoringtheruins.org/post/rooted-in-his-rhythm-trusting-god-through-the-seasons-of-life</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69278d2ee4b8554da15141d3</guid><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2025 14:30:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b9dda8_b9a5073e1dbe4e1396bedc8c53293534~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>support57279</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Will You Wear Me on Your Sleeve?]]></title><description><![CDATA[There are moments in faith when Jesus speaks words that challenge comfort zones and awaken something deeper within the heart. His voice calls believers not just to believe privately  but to live boldly and visibly for Him.  When spiritual conviction moves from inward belief to outward expression, it becomes a living testimony that invites both curiosity and courage. In a world often hesitant to mention faith, this challenge reminds Christians that true discipleship is not hidden.  It shines...]]></description><link>https://www.restoringtheruins.org/post/will-you-wear-me-on-your-sleeve</link><guid isPermaLink="false">691cb4bb9ea679da4394e210</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 18:05:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/b9dda8_5c0e48ae279f4609a73b2dfb5f893800~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>support57279</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Gen Z: Rise Up in Faith and Freedom]]></title><description><![CDATA[On September 11th, in the shadow of grief and searching, God stirred a word into poetic writing. But it was more than just words, it was a call for a generation. The heart of this message is one of freedom, courage and resurrection in Christ, and it speaks directly to the challenges Gen Z faces today. Breaking Free From Fear The poem begins with a charge: “Gen Z, be free.”  These words capture the weight many young people carry in a culture where faith is often dismissed or silenced. It...]]></description><link>https://www.restoringtheruins.org/post/gen-z-rise-up-in-faith-and-freedom</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68d69bf3c3113b55b2f576a4</guid><pubDate>Wed, 22 Oct 2025 15:41:48 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/67fd2d_a3f63e9e70c34bae88d9bb797d9fe193~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>restoringtheruins</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[When Faith Feels Fragile]]></title><description><![CDATA[There are seasons when faith feels steady and strong, but there are also times when it feels distant, fragile, or even absent. In those moments, it can be difficult to see God’s hand at work, especially in the midst of suffering, pain, or unexpected change.  Yet even when questions rise and hope feels out of reach, the truth of Bible verses about faith in hard times reminds believers that Jesus intercedes for His people. He is present even in the waiting, and His promises endure when emotions...]]></description><link>https://www.restoringtheruins.org/post/when-faith-feels-fragile</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68d6f49d8febcff6405c70b7</guid><pubDate>Thu, 16 Oct 2025 21:47:29 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/67fd2d_53359e04432446d7b11cfd4bff374674~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>restoringtheruins</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>