Comfort is often lacking in our Christmas celebrations. Yet the holiday season is one of the most difficult for those who are hurting. Each of us knows someone who is alone, struggling, and in pain. We must share hope with those who have none, and meet them on their own terms to let them know we care.
Read MoreRUSH by Jayme Mansfield is a must-read for lovers of historical fiction. Based on the true story of her great-great grandmother in the Oklahoma Land Run of 1893, this is one book that will capture your attention and grip your heart. Enter to win one of two print copies by leaving a blog comment at the end of the interview. This is mandatory! Increase your chances to win by signing onto the Rafflecopter!
Read MoreSacrifice, the greatest gift Jesus Christ gave to the world. What better time that Christmas to create a habit of giving out of sacrifice rather than something that costs us nothing?
Read MoreJayme Mansfield is one of those authors whose books make me want to start them again as soon as I finish. Rush resonates with the family history lover in me, that deep longing to know the people I came from. You’ll have a chance to enter to win a copy of Rush starting next Friday, December 15th, so mark it on your calendars and don’t let the Christmas rush keep you from entering!
Read MoreThe perfect gift. We spend so much time shopping to give family and friends gifts that will delight and bless family and friends. However, nothing can match the most perfect gift ever given, that of God’s Son, Jesus Christ. All other gifts pale in comparison, and once you know the Savior, you need nothing else. I would love to hear your comments!
Read MoreRosa No-Name. Not often does a book come along that is far removed from your personal experience seems so familiar. Living in the Southwest, illegal immigrants and drug smuggling are almost daily occurrences. Rosa tugged at my heart in a powerful way. I couldn’t put it down even though the truths it explores aren’t pretty. Rosa herself, is a beautiful character, and her poignant story will tug at your heartstrings. Your blog comment enters you to win a Kindle copy. Signing in on the Rafflecopter increases your chances!
Read MoreMy most memorable gift revealed the true love in the heart of the giver. It wasn’t what I wanted, less than I imagined, and downright disappointing, but it revealed a desire on the part of the giver to offer their best. When received with the right heart attitude, such gifts often become our greatest treasures for the love and care they reveal. I would love to hear your comments!
Read MoreGiving thanks when life seems to have dealt you a cruel hand is hard. Being with family and friends can exacerbate the situation rather than helping. However, the author and controller of our circumstances is God, not man. This Thanksgiving, concentrate on the “but God’s” and give thanks no matter what your situation and help others to do so as well.
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