Brenda Bradford Ottinger is a writer and encourager who’s passionate about helping women loosen the chains of fear and embrace their God-graced freedom. With a tender heart for community, she is active in women’s ministry and is a COMPEL Training Community Group leader. Brenda believes in Jesus, laughter, authenticity, prayer and front porches. An everyday girl who enjoys the little things in life, Brenda lives in North Carolina with her husband and their three sons who grew up overnight.