The Circle of Biblical Context
In our Discovering the Bible series, my co-authors (Jean and Karla) and myself, try to remind our readers of how important it is to know the context around a verse. Today, I am sharing a deep dive into this topic…
When You Don’t Like Your Story
My friend, Sharon Jaynes, is a bestselling author of numerous books. She is the founder of the popular devotional, Girlfriends in God, and she is also my kindred heart sister in Christ. We were both raised in volatile and chaotic…
How to Build a Stronger Life
How to Build a Stronger Life This past Mother’s Day, I spoke in church on Three Great Traits of a Wonder Woman. Point Two was “She Brings on the Blessings”. Blessing means the ability to have a happy, flourishing, and…
What is HOME? A Journey to the Heart of Home
In 2020, with the "Shelter at Home" quarantine we ALL spent ALOT of time at HOME. But is home just a place, a dwelling or an abode-- or something MORE? In our book, Discovering Jesus in the Old Testament:…
4 Ways to Choose Joy!
Today, I am doing last minute invitations to friends and folowers to join me in Discovering Joy in Philippians- Holiday edition Zoom face to face virtual Bible study (starting Nov 3). As I prepare, I am also praying for those…
Woman of Influence: Sojourner Truth
So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed. (John 8:36) In 1996, InterVarsity Press published my first solo book for women: Woman of Influence: 10 Traits of Those Who Want to Make A Difference. At…
We are all Fixer-Uppers – Colossians 1:21-29
https://youtu.be/O-xgHUo77Ws Why? This may be the most often asked question in our world. As a young parent, I was amazed at the relentless way my sons could ask the why question: Why do we wake up in the morning?Why is…
Become Your Best You!
There is good news! ---no matter where you’re starting from, you can create a life you love - one that feels like a joyful adventure! My friend Lucy Martinez is on a mission to show you how. She’s hosting a complimentary…
What makes you jump for joy?
What makes you jump for joy? Today is Discovering Joy in Philippians: a Creative Bible Study Experience! Join me ONLINE for a JOY Jubilee TODAY! Tuesday, May 14, I will be hosting a Joy Jubilee ONLINE book release celebration at 6:06 pm…
Hope for Today, Tomorrow and Forever
One of my personal highlights this year was the joy of teaching on Psalm 42 and 43 at Engedi, the beautiful refreshing oasis and shelter where David penned this hope-filled, raw and honest poem for the ragged, tired, overwhelmed, discouraged…