Author: Hannah Rowen Fry

Hannah Rowen Fry is a writer, speaker, and encourager. Her writing consists of observations of daily life, and uses daily reflections to guide others to live out their God-given purpose. She holds a Master’s degree in Religion from Olivet Nazarene University and an Introductory Certificate from the Court of Master Sommeliers. Hannah's passion is to help others experience greater joy in the present moment. She shares practical tips, helpful resources, and clear purposeful steps to abide in Jesus daily without legalism, judgment, or guilt. Her thoughtful reflections on Scripture invite those who have felt overwhelmed with their lifestyle, thoughts, or schedule to slow down and choose simplicity. Guided by encouragement, generosity, gratitude, and a healthy dose of responsibility, readers are invited to experience freedom as they find spiritual rhythms that cultivate faith and help them step into their God-purpose. Hannah lives in Jacksonville Beach, Florida with her husband Matt, and spends most of her free time walking on the beach, frolicking around DisneyWorld, and listening to Taylor Swift.

Today I Learned a New Language

Today I learned a new language. I’ve been learning Spanish for my upcoming trip to Costa Rica. Spanish isn’t completely foreign to me. I took a few classes in high school that I remember the basics from. And my time at DisneyWorld has kept “Por favor manténgase alejado de las puertas” on repeat in my […]

Today I Traveled

Today I traveled. I flew to Michigan and back in a day. Yes, from Florida to Michigan in a day! I’ve seen a growing trend of trips like this, called “out and back” trips. The more common destinations I’ve seen are New York City, DisneyWorld, and Washington D.C. When I lived in Illinois, I planned […]

Today I Had a Headache

Today I had a headache. Well, it was actually a migraine. Usually when I get a migraine, I wake up with it. Either I ate something the previous day to trigger the pain or the pressure from an incoming storm causes my sinuses to react. When I wake up with a migraine like this, I […]

Today I Took a Break

Today I took a break. I was in the middle of my workday and had a few things on my to-do list that needed to get done, but I took a break. A lot of my work with writing, reading, and preaching is mentally exhausting. There are some days that I can write for hours […]

Today I Went Shopping

Today I went shopping. I went shopping for a variety of items I’ll need to take on my upcoming month-long trip to Costa Rica. While I’ve done a lot of traveling in my life, I’ve never been gone for a whole month with no breaks before. In the weeks after grad school before I started […]

Today I Collaborated

Today I collaborated. My friend Cyndi and I collaborated on a writing project. Cyndi and I are newer friends. We met less than a year ago in an online writing group. She released her first book, Princess in Progress, just a few months before I released my first devotional, The Way of Gratitude. One day, […]

Today Was Revival, Part 3

Today was revival. I preached a three day children’s revival. Someone asked me, “A children’s revival? How does that work?” I’ll admit, I was a little confused by their question. Were they asking what the order of service was? Were they wondering if children pray at an altar like adults do? Or did they just […]

Today Was Revival, Part 2

Today was revival. I preached a three day children’s revival. It’s always a privilege to share the Word of God, but there’s something even more special when I get to spend a few days sharing it with the same group. This gives me the opportunity to learn more about the people I’m preaching to and […]

Today Was Revival, Part 1

Today was revival. I preached a three day children’s revival. My first full-time ministry job was in Family Ministries, and although I spend most of my time now teaching teens and adults, kids still have a special place in my heart. I believe theology begins at birth, and that the kingdom of God is not […]

Today Was Simple

Today was simple. It was a simple Saturday. I began the day by sleeping in, which was much needed after a busy week! I woke up and lounged in bed enjoying the slow start to my day. Finally I got up and enjoyed a nice cup of espresso at about 10am. I’ve always been more […]