A Father-Daughter Model A Story by Michael S. Bly We all have passions. Passion for our spouse and our kids. Passion for family and friends. Also, passion for our country, our work, and our favorite sports teams. Lin Thomas had all those passions, in spades. But he also had great passion for God and old […]
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Pioneer Christmas Stories & Stephen Bly Podcast
Nine Pioneer Christmas Stories by Barbour Books Follow pioneer Christmas and romance adventures in untamed American lands. Settlers face their first Christmas in a new land with both trepidation and hope. Despite primitive lodgings, these characters learn that wherever the heart dwells, they can find a place to call home. Of special note, this is Shannon […]
Former Gang Member Meets Lord Our Shepherd & Podcast
The Lord Our Shepherd Led Her Out of a Deep Pit Sheep are mentioned in the Bible more than any other animal. Symbolically, they refer to God’s people. All the sheep that belong to the Lord our Shepherd are of one flock. God has many names. Each one describes an attribute of His character. A […]
Novel Release Lillian’s Legacy Blog Tour and Giveaway!
Novel Release Lillian’s Legacy by Carmen Peone Novel release Lillian’s Legacy features Lillian Gardner, a healer in using natural medicines. She considers herself the black sheep of her family. In an attempt to prove her value, she sets off into the wilds of Eastern Washington and Indian Territory. Her companion is Doctor Mali Maddox, an […]
Horse Race Novel Giveaway! Girl Warrior by Carmen Peone
LAURA Award-Winning Author Carmen Peone releases Girl Warrior, a fast-paced, action adventure, horse race story. Leave comment to enter novel giveaway! Picture a little girl keen on entering a horse race. She’s leading a pony down a well-groomed lane. She’s the one with the photo of a shaggy-maned pony on her backpack. Serene posters line her bedroom […]
7 Steps to Resolving Conflict
Resolving Conflict in 7 Biblical Steps by guest blogger Susan K. Stewart A recent undercurrent of discontent infected our congregation. I’d developed a terrible attitude about the situation, and I sat trying to be attentive for the sermon titled: Resolution: The Mathew Solution. My frame of mind caused me to miss the solution to resolving conflict. During […]
Caregiver Guilt: Confessions of a Walking Glue Stick
Dealing with Caregiver Guilt by guest blogger Dr. Linda Cobourn “I’m rubber, you’re glue, whatever you say bounces off me and sticks to you.” My father-in-law blamed me. Unreasonable, hurled out of frustration while we stood in the trauma unit, his words hurt as we waited to see if my husband would survive. The beginning of […]
Ovarian Cancer Survivor Guest Blogger Joanie Shawhan
Cancer: A Word that Strikes Terror by Ovarian Cancer Survivor Joanie Shawhan Are there certain words that trigger pressure in your chest or tightness in your throat? For me, that word is cancer. I am an ovarian cancer survivor. My Ovarian Cancer Survivor Story During the summer of 2006, Every time I had another bout of nausea, I […]
7 Tips for Handling Anxiety
7 Tips for Handling Anxiety by guest blogger Dr. Michelle Bengtson Worry, fear, and handling anxiety are epidemic problems. Anxiety disorders are the most common class of mental health disorders.[i] Starting in Genesis, Adam and Eve developed an unhealthy fear of God, prompting them to hide in the garden after realizing their nakedness. God commands us […]
Honoring Unborn Ceremony by Guest Author Dana Bridges Stout
Honoring Unborn by Dana Bridges Stout “You want me to what?” I said as my defenses exploded in anger. “No way, no how! I purposely never wanted to do that because I knew it would be too painful, too real.” My Abortion Recovery Bible study facilitator assigned us for an honoring unborn ceremony, to name our […]
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