In a year full of ups and downs, Polly Garrett’s search for her fraternal grandmother ended with devastating results. With a little help from her family and God, she was able to find the light through a season of darkness.

Tears ran down Jill Dobrowansky’s face after she heard God whisper: “Welcome home my child.” When Jill overcame her fear of returning to church after 13 years away, God welcomed her home.

Lisa Ellsbury never imagined burying her baby. The grief was overwhelming. But when she looks back, more than 30 years later, she can see how God worked in all things for his good -- including her family.

Ellyse Ellsbury, 14, grew up in an orphanage in China. The experience left her angry — until God shared a dream that changed her perspective and gave her a new mission, to help others without family.