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Entering Into the Christmas Story
Whether you love decorating for the holidays or prefer admiring others’ creativity, all the beautiful Christmas displays can be an invitation to consider that Christmas is not just an event we observe but an ongoing story we can be part of. Read more at God Hears Her. All is well,
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Inspiring Christian Black Women Who Impacted Change
The inspiring lives of Christian women throughout history have been “invisible” friends that have helped shape me. This article recognizes seven Black women who are
The Story of the Bible
The story of the Bible is our story too. Learn more in my blog post for the God Hears Her online community. And the article describes one
Is the Genesis Benediction for Christians Today?
For each sermon series, the worship staff picks a benediction for the congregation to say aloud together at the end of each service. For the series in Genesis, we felt the Lord leading us to use Genesis 12:2-3. I have received many great questions about using these verses as our benediction, especially questions asking to what extent this benediction applies to Christians today.
Passage to the House of Power Available Now
We have exciting news to share. After a long, long journey, Passage to the House of Power, the first book in the Scroll of Remembrance
A Down Under Christmas
Like me, you are likely finishing up the final touches for Christmas and making sure you have all the traditional food and activities prepared for
Growing Generous Hearts
The Grinch! The iconic Christmas grouch, who is described as having a heart “two sizes too small.” But by the end of the story, his
Celebrating Diversity
East Kentwood High School’s 2019 graduation ceremony that honored the many countries of origin of the graduating class was a beautiful picture of diversity. It
Trusting God in Opposition
Today’s devotional came from a testimony highlighted by Open Doors, a ministry dedicated to strengthening Christians in places where they are threatened for the faith
Four Tips to Thrive Despite the Stress of the Holidays
How do we not just survive but thrive during the holidays? Hopefully these insights are an encouragement to you whatever the upcoming holiday season holds
The Need for Wisdom
When I stumbled upon the “Dad, How Do I?” videos, I found the kind way Rob Kenney shared advice, taught practical skills and encouraged viewers
A Prophetic Parable
Recently I shared with you about my new fictional book Passage to the House of Power that will be published this fall. It is the first
Weeding Out Bitterness
A British agronomist helped me win a long-standing argument with my husband. Learn more in this Crosswalk article about tending the garden of our hearts. All
Frolicking in Freedom
After a sermon entitled “Where is God” from Malachi 4, we received an email from a friend at church about how her father came to
New Book Coming Soon!
Seven years ago, I sensed the Lord telling me to embark on a journey to write a fictional story. I resisted the idea because the
Rise Again
It’s been fun to watch the Olympics this summer. Somehow I can become enthralled with niche sports like the long jump, hammer throw and fencing.
Biblical Images of Shelter on Our Spiritual Journeys
One of the reasons I love to travel is that I experience God and creation in new ways when I am out of my daily
Navigating the Storms of Life
I remember hearing the news that a small plane piloted by John F. Kennedy Jr. was missing. The loss of all the passengers on board
The Way of Faith
The shocking outcome of the 2017 World Cup qualifying soccer match between the U.S. and Trinidad and Tobago inspired today’s devotional. The Soca Warriors beat