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Posted on February 10, 2019February 10, 2019 Book Reviews Faith

Persevering through Pain (Susie’s Example)

Gathered round in someone’s living room for Bile study, one of the women shared about a time in her life when migraines were the norm.... Read more

Christian book review
Posted on January 27, 2019January 25, 2019 Book Reviews Faith Growing in Christ

Conviction about Christ’s Call

King Josiah was just about my age when a secretary told him “they found a book” in the temple. Hearing it read, he tore his... Read more

Book review of 30 Days to Understanding the Bible
Posted on January 20, 2019January 18, 2019 Book Reviews

A Helpful Key to Understanding the Bible in 30 Days

Sitting in the front row, as per usual, I diligently took notes. The class was Biblical Literature. I was a freshmen unaccustomed to college level... Read more

Hope Your Heart Needs devotional book review
Posted on November 25, 2018November 16, 2018 Book Reviews

Hope Your Heart Needs Review

We’ve got a little dog with a lot of character. Every day, I’m reminded of his faithfulness when I get home and he’s happy to... Read more

Into the Deep Christian Book Review
Posted on November 4, 2018October 19, 2018 Book Reviews

Deepening Your Faith

I’ll admit, I’m not much for water. Oceans are pretty, but I’d rather climb the side of a mountain than fight the tide. When we... Read more

Made for His Pleasure Christian book review
Posted on October 28, 2018October 19, 2018 Book Reviews

Made for God’s Pleasure

An intriguing accent caught my attention as I scanned the radio on our long drive. My then-fiancé said with surprise, “I didn’t know you liked... Read more

Free online Bible study (review)
Posted on October 7, 2018October 4, 2018 Book Reviews

Before I Go Online Bible Study Review

Dying words tell you something about a person. The way someone chooses to spend their last few days of life on earth matters. Usually, “Before... Read more

Book on Control- Excellent Christian non-fiction!
Posted on September 16, 2018September 14, 2018 Book Reviews

The Ongoing Struggle with Control (And How God Answered My Prayer)

I heard the sound of glass rattling in the kitchen. Peeking in, I saw my guy kindly unloading the dishwasher. My first response? To *almost*... Read more

Review of the excellent Bible study He is Enough
Posted on August 5, 2018July 27, 2018 Book Reviews

Exceeding Limits

“Well that’s enough of that,” I’d smile and say to the sweet toddler I was watching after he guzzled a glass of apple juice but... Read more

Book review of Battle Ready by Kelly Balarie
Posted on July 22, 2018July 20, 2018 Book Reviews

How to Take Thoughts Captive When You Feel Like You’ve Lost It

You wouldn’t think it’s possible to get lost in a stand-up shower. But for me, this is a regular occurrence. The cream-colored fiberglass is smooth,... Read more

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