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I’m Dependable. Why Could That Be Wrong?
I'm Dependable. Why Could That Be Wrong? Dependability is a great quality. But for me, it can be wrong because of my motive. Am I motivated by self-protection or by trust in God? That question can apply to any quality but if you are desiring to live more powerfully...
What is the Strangest Question Jesus Ever Asked?
What Is the Strangest Question Jesus Ever Asked? I think it is, “Do you want to be healed?” (John 5:6) Jesus may be asking the most intriguing question ever as he talks to a man waiting to be healed. Our initial reaction is, “Of course he wants to be healed. Jesus,...
Book Drawing!!! “Little Strength, Big God” by Debbie W. Wilson
Book Drawing for Little Strength, Big God by Debbie W. Wilson I love books by Debbie W. Wilson and I'm so glad she has another one available. There are so many ways we can feel weak. With Debbie's characteristic emphasis on Scripture, practical instruction and...
A Surprising Perspective About Resolutions
A Surprising Perspective About Resolutions I was working out at the gym with a friend and knowing it was January, we chuckled as we noticed how much more crowded the gym was since January 1st. Then as it happens every year, about four to six weeks later, the gym...
Book Drawing! “The Making of a Brave Hearted Woman” by Dawn Damon
Book Drawing!!!!! "The Making of a Brave Hearted Woman" by Dawn Damon I'm excited to feature Dawn Damon's exciting new book, The Making of a BraveHearted Woman: Courage, Confidence and Vision in Midlife. It Is a powerhouse book and the ultimate guide for midlife women...
My Mother’s Christmas Bank Account
My Mother's Christmas Bank Account I grew up in a poor family and my mother saved in an actual bank account all year long so that we could have gifts under the Christmas tree. More than any other time in the year, except maybe my birthday, I felt loved. My mom’s...
“Box of Blessings:” My Favorite Children’s Advent Project
Box of Blessings: My Favorite Children's Advent Project Many years ago, one of our children inevitably exclaimed, "Mommy, it's time to open another present." No, it wasn't Christmas morning, but it was time to help keep our family's thoughts focused on the true...
This Is What Happened 56 Years Ago Today!
This Is What Happened 56 Years Ago Today! "Exciting" just didn’t express fully how I felt dating Larry as we graduated from high school and began attending college. We’d been enjoying each other’s company for about ten months and when the subject of our different...
Book Drawing: “Growing a Joyful Heart” by Karen Whiting and Pam Farrel
Book Drawing: "Growing a Joyful Heart" by Karen Whiting and Pam Farrel Need more joy? Everyone can appreciate having more joy. I have great news for you. Growing a Joyful Heart shares how to cultivate joy! Joy is a gift from God, a fruit of the Holy Spirit. In a...
What Should You Immediately Do With New Thoughts?
What Should You Do Immediately With New Thoughts? One of the many of Bible verses I most use often is Second Corinthians 10:5: We destroy arguments and every lofty opinion raised against the knowledge of God, and take every thought captive to obey Christ, When we...
How God Blesses: 40 Ways to Know He is Blessing You
How God Blesses—40 Ways to Know He is Blessing You Since we can be spiritually blind to how God blesses us, here are verses and quotes about how God blesses us. After all, who wouldn’t want to be aware of how God is blessing them and then be inspired to give blessings...
The Surprising Underlying Message about Rahab’s Story
The Surprising Underlying Message about Rahab's Story Do you have a habit of looking for the underlying message about who God is within every biblical story? So many times we read or study our Bible and come away committing to: I'll be wise like Daniel I want to be...
Book Drawing: “Holy Interruptions” by Debbie Dufek
Book Drawing! "Holy Interruptions: When God Taps You on The Shoulder" by Debbie Dufek I'm so pleased to have the opportunity to feature Holy Interruptions by Debbie Dufek. Her story is an exciting memoir of God's work, along with an abundance of wisdom, inspiration,...
Why Is Marriage in God’s Plan?
Why Marriage? Does this question seem idiotic? Marriage is such an intrinsic part of life. But … why marriage? Why marriage? Why did God create the concept? He didn’t have to. He doesn’t call everyone to be married. He could have accomplished everything he wanted...
My NEW Women’s Bible Study! “God’s Heart for Your Marriage”
God's Heart for Your Marriage I'm so excited to announce the publication of my newest book and another book in my "Daughters of the King Bible Study Series." Obviously, it's about marriage! "God's Heart for Your Marriage" is a Bible study offering commentary,...
Book Drawing: “Rerouted: Caring for Missionaries When Unexpected Trials Bring Them Home”
Book Drawing: "Rerouted: Caring for Missionaries When Unexpected Trials Bring Them Home" by Candice Schroeder I'm very pleased to be able to feature Candice's book because it offers a unique perspective that all of us should know about: how to respond and encourage a...
Sneak Peek! “God’s Heart for Your Marriage” Available Soon!
Sneak peek of "God's Heart for Your Marriage: Daughters of the King Bible Study Series." Yes, it's a women's Bible study with ten lessons covering 10 topics about marriage. You'll find a list of the topics below in the Table of Contents. I hope you are as excited as...
Your Feedback Please on A Portion from My Next Book
Your Feedback Please on a Portion from My Next Book I'm writing a new book, currently titled Anger Management: Jesus Style. Any initial response to that title? Here's a description of this book. "We can learn from Jesus, who never sinned when facing situations that...