Hallelujah, it’s springtime! Sunshine, warm temps, and fresh air blowing through my windows. I even planted tomato and red pepper plants in pots on my patio so I can enjoy some fresh produce this summer. In July, I’ll decide whether to plant a pumpkin again this year. New Podcast: Reading Between the Lines with Debra…
This month, I want to follow up on my post about expectations where I stated, “What we expect, we look for.” On my phone I have recorded 11 affirmations that I listen to daily, usually once in the morning and once at night. Author Melissa Holy calls them signature self-talk. These statements help me renew…
I want to challenge you’re thinking today, so buckle your seat belt. I’ve heard it said—both inside and outside of church—that if you’re going through hard times, it’s because you’re doing something for God that the devil doesn’t like. I agree, but have reservations with this. I’ve also heard that we give the devil credit…
As I looked back over my posts from 2024, I noted a theme: believe and trust in God. Both of which require faith. Especially when your prayers seem unanswered…or your desires unmet…and you’re losing hope. As I wrote this, I found myself listening to Danny Gokey’s song “Haven’t Seen It Yet.” On the heels of…
Happy New Year, everyone. I thought this month I’d give you a taste of the newest novel I’m working on. It takes place in the little fictional town of Emerson, Missouri, and is filled with lively, fun characters. I have no working title for it or the series it will announce. For now, I just…
“Don’t be afraid, Zechariah! God has heard your prayer. Your wife, Elizabeth, will give you a son, and you are to name him John. …Zechariah said to the angel, ‘How can I be sure this will happen? I’m an old man now, and my wife is also well along in years.’ Then the angel said,…
With Thanksgiving in two weeks, I’d like to take this opportunity to thank all my readers. You’re the reason I’m here, writing books for your enjoyment and blogs to encourage you and build your faith. My first foray into the blogging world was with a site I called Glory and Strength. It was an outreach…
For many years now, my desire has been to fulfill God’s destiny for my life: “For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago” (Eph. 2:10 NLT). And in doing that, to experience and enjoy the life Jesus…