Hi,
I'm Mary Grace Johnson
Having gone through many trials from the age of 8, I know firsthand how overwhelming life
can be when you're young and hurting. But I also know the steady, unshakable love of Jesus—the kind of hope that holds you when nothing else makes sense. It’s this hope that carried me through the darkest seasons, and it’s this
same hope I now pour into every story I write.
My heart beats for children and families walking through pain, loss, or uncertainty. Through gentle words, relatable characters, and faith-filled truth, I aim to help others know
they are never alone, never forgotten, and always loved by a God who sees them.
If just one child can see themselves in my stories and feel encouraged to keep going—then I’ve done what I was called to do.
Check out Mary's guest post on Jen Roland's Blog
It was a hot, sunny day in May 1971, when my 37-year-old mother loaded the five of us kids into the pickup to take lunch to Daddy in the field where he was discing the ground. Living on a farm was a great life for us during those days.
Read Mary's article,
"A Life Worth Loving"
It was just a year ago in July that I made the decision to return to teaching part-time and started planning for yet another school year. I had been a teacher for 20+ years and enjoyed teaching English, language arts, and reading to grades 6-12. At one point,
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About Mary
Offering the hope found in Jesus Christ.
Mary Grace Johnson is a published author, a former English teacher and librarian, and she writes inspirational stories to uplift those facing hard times, offering the hope found in Jesus Christ.
Her most recent book is a picture book, And the Sun Came Up: A True Story of Grief and Hope with a companion journal, Sunlight for the Soul. She also writes a weekly blog and has written short stories for blogs by Jen Roland and Twyla Franz. Mary is also a story contributor for Faith Storytellers: Unleash the Power of Your Story (2024) by Mackenzie Ryan Walters, and a contributing author to Hope for the Holidays: Stories and Traditions for a Peaceful Season (2024) and to The Year of Hope Devotional (2025).
She lives in South Dakota with her husband, who is her greatest cheerleader and makes her laugh every day, bringing joy and encouragement into every part of her life. She is endlessly proud of her children, watching them grow into remarkable individuals. And now, as a grandparent, she is savoring this sweet chapter--her grandchildren bring a special kind of love and light that she cherishes deeply.
Find Hope That Anchors You
Be transformed by hope.
Be renewed by Jesus Christ.
Life can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone.
"Seven Affirmations of Hope in Christ" is a free, beautifully designed resource filled with powerful Scriptures and heartfelt reflections to help you stay grounded in God’s promises—no matter what you're walking through.
Download this free guide and speak truth over your life daily.
Because hope in Christ isn’t wishful thinking—it’s a firm foundation.
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