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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 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

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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

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

Posted on April 8, 2018March 28, 2018 Book Reviews

To Rest or…Is It Rest? That is the Question.

4 o’clock. I weighed the choice in my mind. It had been a long day, and I wanted to rest. TV is a go-to when... Read more

Posted on July 26, 2017July 19, 2017 Book Reviews

God’s Reverberating Word

“Sola Scriptura.” I remember reading the phrase (Scripture alone) in High School as our history books tackled the reformation. The concept was mentioned briefly as... Read more

A book review of Almost There by Bekah Difelice. Perfect for people in transition and searching for home
Posted on July 12, 2017June 21, 2017 Book Reviews

Finding Home in the Midst of Change

He and his groomsmen marched to the altar with General Patton’s March playing. Shortly after, we clasped hands, bowed our heads, and prayed for the... Read more

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