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Hearing From God

Posted on July 11, 2016 by Jennifer Slattery

What do you do when faced with a tough decision? How do you handle uncertainties and doubts? Have you ever forged ahead in an area only to find you landed smack dab in a mess? The Israelites were a chosen people, … Continue reading →

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The Language of Flowers by Tara Randel

Posted on July 7, 2016 by tararandel

In The Bridal Bouquet, I researched the meanings of different flowers to incorporate them into the story. One of the main goals of my heroine, Kady, is to establish her family’s floral shop in the wedding industry. There are so … Continue reading →

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HIGHER GROUND by Hannah Alexander

Posted on July 5, 2016 by alexanderhodde

We are called to meet together with other saints to form a bond in Christ. That sets us on higher ground. I don’t mean it makes us better than anyone else, I mean it gives us a lift. There are … Continue reading →

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Thanks To Our Founding Fathers For Standing Firm

Posted on July 1, 2016 by Author Mary Alford

It’s almost the Fourth of July and we all know what that means. Fireworks, barbeques, parades. Lots of outdoor fun. As enjoyable as all these things are, sometimes it’s easy to overlook the real reason we celebrate the holiday in … Continue reading →

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Are You a Striver?

Posted on June 30, 2016 by bethrachg

by Elizabeth Goddard I just sent in a completed manuscript to my editor. My deadline is today, June 30th, so I made it! But so far I’ve never had to ask for extra time. I hope that remains the case, … Continue reading →

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Called, But Not Equipped by Julie Arduini

Posted on June 29, 2016 by juliearduini

Years ago there was a guest speaker at our church who prayed for people and had words of encouragement for some. When he got to me I remember thinking he was the real deal. In prayer he shared Christ’s heart … Continue reading →

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Expectation by Kristen Heitzmann

Posted on June 28, 2016 by kristenheitzmann

I recently had reason to consider the role of expectation in life. It’s not something I typically ponder like grace or faith or wisdom or creativity. But I had a chance to see it in a new way, and thought … Continue reading →

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Writers and Faith–Part 1 by Vicki Hinze

Posted on June 27, 2016 by Vicki Hinze

  Writers and Faith: A Journey Part 1 By  Vicki Hinze   More than a few authors were discussing feeling murky about the blend of their faith and their writing. More than a few felt mired or uncertain what to … Continue reading →

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The History of Flowers and Weddings by Tara Randel

Posted on June 23, 2016 by tararandel

As writers do before starting any book, we spend time researching. Maybe it’s a place, a career, or some kind of item. For my newest release, The Bridal Bouquet, I studied up on the meanings of flowers, how to find … Continue reading →

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What’s the difference between self-confidence and conceit? by Maureen Lang

Posted on June 22, 2016 by Maureen Lang

Soon the old movie “Yankee Doodle Dandy” will be playing on at least one movie channel. It’s a 4th of July tradition, at least in this household. That’s the movie that made James Cagney one of my favorites, with his … Continue reading →

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YOU DID WHAT???!!! by Hannah Alexander

Posted on June 21, 2016 by alexanderhodde

              Have you ever become a little irritated by the guy in front of you on the road who keeps speeding up and slowing down and driving like a drunk? Do you ever get … Continue reading →

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Five Things Your Teen Needs to Know

Posted on June 20, 2016 by Jennifer Slattery

Raising teenagers can be difficult and frightening. It seems once a child reaches high school, the stakes instantly rise and suddenly questions and uncertainties abound. Is that behavior, whatever it may be, normal for their age or evidence we’ve failed to … Continue reading →

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Surrendering Time Series on Sale Monday and Tuesday by Julie Arduini

Posted on June 18, 2016 by juliearduini

Although Ohio has seen 90+ temps already (and snow in May,) it is now summer. One of my favorite things to do is watch our daughter swim and have a book on the deck. And now, I want to put … Continue reading →

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Why I Write

Posted on June 16, 2016 by bethrachg

Recently, after editing one of my books, my editor mentioned this particular book was her new favorite of those I’d written. How good that made me feel, knowing how much she enjoyed the story!   Later, I started thinking if … Continue reading →

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Great Staycation Idea from Odyssey Adventure Club by Julie Arduini

Posted on June 15, 2016 by juliearduini

I want to say something brilliant. Something that hasn’t been said about all the tragedy in Orlando (first with Christina Grimmie’s murder, and of course, the horrific events at the Pulse) that would be akin to wrapping a favorite blanket … Continue reading →

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