“Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners, among whom I am foremost of all.” I Timothy 1:15 As a writer, I love to write stories of how God has worked in people’s lives. Donna and Thad divorced and later remarried when they allowed God to become central in their marriage. Joe... Continue Reading →
Penny Gay — teacher with a desire to serve
While writing a weekly column about a small town in a rural community, I've learned to keep my ears open for possible leads. I also ask former subjects of stories for hints of anything or anyone they might know who would be good to write about. This story came as a result of a lead... Continue Reading →
Tempting!
This devotion is a true story that happened several years ago. It is a tragic story but one that ends with grace as only God can provide. I admire Peggy and her determination to let nothing mar her testimony for Christ. ** “And Jesus answered and said to him, “It is written, ‘You shall worship... Continue Reading →
Redeemed!
I wrote this devotion a few years ago. It has always been one of my favorites because I love the concept of being ‘redeemed’. We are truly worth nothing until God puts value in our lives with His love and forgiveness. Hard to understand but wonderful once it sinks in! Side note: My church used... Continue Reading →
Hades—Profile in Greek Mythology
One of my three books on the Greek gods is on the major god, Hades (the other two are Hephaestus and Hermes). When talking about Hades, things get a little confusing. Hades is one of the major Greek gods. The name also refers to Hades’ kingdom. Yes, Hades rules over Hades, that despicably evil... Continue Reading →
Debbie Macomber- famed novelist & philanthropist
My mother and I have enjoyed reading dozens of books by famed romance novelist Debbie Macomber for many years. I found my first book by Debbie in a library in Port St. Lucie, Florida, in 1990. It had the word “Angel” in the title—that’s all I remember about the title, but I was hooked. I’ve... Continue Reading →
Beverly Lewis –Author of Amish fiction
A few years ago I interviewed Beverly Lewis by phone for a newspaper article about her upcoming appearance at a local store for a book signing. She was very kind and articulate. A note from her regarding the resulting article is posted at the bottom. When, in the early 1900s, the grandmother of New York... Continue Reading →
Lesson in Forgiveness
Here is a Christmas story that I wrote 20 years ago. The story is popular with editors of books, magazines and newspapers -- it’s been published 25 times! It’s even been in the Chicken Soup for the Soul… Christmas book and another called Christmas… God’s Way (shown in the photo). The story is permitted to... Continue Reading →