For by grace you have been saved through faith; and that not of yourselves, it is the gift of God. Ephesians 2:8 If you’re blessed to care for a toddler or preschooler, take advantage of opportunities to have fun with books while demonstrating a biblical theme. Here’s an idea for implementing an activity, a Christian value and the reading of... Continue Reading →
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Small Churches Offer Opportunities to Love Jesus
Climbing big steps to enter a brick building through heavy wooden doors may not sound like something a five-year-old would enjoy, but I couldn’t wait to go inside! My Sunday school teacher, Miss Winnie, had big teeth, lots of white hair, and a funny voice that sounded like she spoke through a... Continue Reading →
Appearance Isn’t Everything in God’s Eyes
I work in a public middle school library. We begin classes tomorrow. I wanted to promote a devo here that had something to do with school/reading. This devo about the origins of a famous book /author seemed appropriate. Besides the message of the devo think about this – God inspired this author to create beauty... Continue Reading →
Taming Temptation
For since He Himself was tempted in that which He has suffered, He is able to come to the aid of those who are tempted. (Hebrews 2:18, New American Standard Bible) The wind whistled through my ears and tears gathered in my eyes, blinding me. Desperately, I tried to grasp the reins... Continue Reading →
New Feature! Reading Tips for Preschoolers
My husband and I have a 3-year-old adopted granddaughter named Maddie. We call her ‘adopted’ because her parents are good friends of ours and they allow us to entertain her sometimes. It’s great fun for John and me. He was a great help with her at the zoo recently—he figured out how to assemble her... Continue Reading →
It’s Shirley Jump!
This is a post about my friend and accomplished romance writer Shirley Jump.
Forgiveness Is Possible
I will bring them back and they will live in the midst of Jerusalem; and they shall be My people, and I will be their God in truth and righteousness. Zechariah 8:8 When Peggy’s missionary husband was killed by a Philippine jeepney, she grieved. In the Philippines the person who causes a death... Continue Reading →
Win FREE Book about Selena Gomez in Trivia Contest!
This past week on July 22 Selena Gomez celebrated her 21st birthday. It just happened to coincide with the birth of the Royal Baby George! We’ve learned much about the Royal Baby just in a few days. How much do you know about Selena Gomez? Here are trivia questions based on information... Continue Reading →
Tips for Starting a Christian Writing Club
It was a joy recently for my writing friend Rhonda Maller and me to be interviewed by my good friend Elizabeth Nulf MacDonald. Elizabeth is host of The Verbal Edge, a public access TV station in Fort Wayne. Rhonda and I talked with Elizabeth about co-founding the Bluffton Christian Writing Club in 2009 and how... Continue Reading →
4th of July Tribute to WWII vet Richard Beitler
The 4th of July is a great time to remember our country’s freedoms and the people who have secured them. This profile of a WWII soldier seems appropriate. Mr. Beitler has been the oldest vet I’ve ever interviewed. When we talked in 2012, he was articulate and kind. It was a joy meeting him. He... Continue Reading →