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Posted on March 10, 2020February 25, 2020 Book Reviews Faith

Encouragement from Hebrews 11

God’s Big Enough for Our Little Faith I love when God weaves together what you’re reading with what is going on in your life. Recently,... Read more

Posted on February 25, 2020February 25, 2020 Book Reviews Faith

How do you celebrate the Easter season?

Early in our marriage, my husband told me Easter is his favorite holiday- and he wanted to really celebrate it. I was at a loss.... Read more

Posted on February 18, 2020February 13, 2020 Book Reviews Faith

The Big Picture of Fear

 On our first-ever house-hunting excursion, we walked into a little ranch with chalk paint on the cabinets in the kitchen. If it had been anywhere... Read more

Posted on February 5, 2020January 31, 2020 Book Reviews Faith

A Shift in Perspective

The kitchen countertops were covered with ingredients, bowls, and cooking utensils. I started cooking in the late afternoon, consumed with preparing an elaborate meal. After... Read more

Posted on January 28, 2020January 25, 2020 Book Reviews Faith

God, Grief, and Good Books

The email came after two others. First, a rejection letter. Second, a bitter note intended to wound. Third, an invitation to read the pre-release of... Read more

Posted on January 16, 2020January 10, 2020 Book Reviews Faith

Faith Fears and God’s Trustworthiness

What’s the scariest part of faith for you? If you’re not sure, think of the Bible stories you know. Which parts lead you to panic... Read more

Posted on August 13, 2019August 8, 2019 Book Reviews

Paradox of Perfection Book Review

“Umm…” My husband said hesitantly as he reviewed a recent work project of mine, “Did you want me to give feedback on this?” Taking a... Read more

Posted on August 6, 2019August 2, 2019 Book Reviews Faith

Giving Up

Do you know the icebreaker question “if you could meet anyone, who would it be?” Usual answers seem to include famous historical people, Bible figures,... Read more

The Hand of God book review
Posted on March 26, 2019March 20, 2019 Book Reviews

Seeing the Hand of God in Joseph’s story

“In all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” –Romans 8:28 This verse is one of... Read more

More of God book review
Posted on February 26, 2019February 24, 2019 Book Reviews Faith

More of God Book Review

6am. My phone alarm rang obnoxiously even though it was still dark. I had a new job, plus my old job, and a renewed commitment... Read more

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