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Maundy Thursday

Today is Maundy Thursday. Growing up, I never heard the term Maundy Thursday, which I find hard to understand now. Perhaps you aren’t familiar with it either. Maundy Thursday is the Thursday before the crucifixion and the evening when Jesus … Continue reading

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He Speaks!

In the timeless hymn, In the Garden, one verse says, He speaks, and the sound of His voice, Is so sweet the birds hush their singing. And the melody that He gave to me, Within my heart is ringing. If … Continue reading

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White donkeys for royalty

A white donkey on the Mount of Olives. A white royal donkey is often staked opposite the grove of ancient olive trees that is the Garden of Gethsemane on the Mount of Olives. They are called creams, have blue eyes, … Continue reading

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Bad Things Happen. But There’s Hope!

We live in a fallen world. Through Adam sin entered the world bringing with it death.   Bad things—unimaginable things—happen in the real world. Most are too painful to read about.    Listening to the news, it’s easy to lose … Continue reading

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Fear Not

“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9 Easy words for God. After all, He’s God. Not … Continue reading

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What’s in Your Way?

The Christian life has often been compared to a walk. We walk in faith. We keep moving no matter what stage of maturity we are in as Christians. It’s a marathon of growing and learning and yes, stumbling that lasts … Continue reading

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A New Release by Patricia Bradley

I am preparing to drive to Nashville next week for the National Religious Broadcasters Conference where I will talk to podcasters, radio talk show hosts, and others about Christian Fiction and my books. I’ll also be signing copies of Fatal … Continue reading

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Sometimes a Father. Sometimes a Friend.

There’s a Christian song that has quickly become one of my favorites of all time. Maybe it’s yours as well. It’s called The Goodness of God. And there’s a line in the song that really grabbed me the first time … Continue reading

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And God sent a Great Fish

Jonah 1:17 “1Now the Lord had prepared a great fish to swallow up Jonah. And Jonah was in the belly of the fish three days and three nights. I took this photo of the “Great Fish” statue in Joppa, Israel, just steps … Continue reading

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A New Release by Mary Alford!

Today is the release day for Deadly Mountain Escape and I’m happy to be able to share it with you. The story is about redemption and second changes. The two main characters, Charlotte Walker and Jonas Knowles have both survived … Continue reading

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“Behold, the lion of the tribe of Judah…”

Revelation 5:5 – “…And one of the elders saith unto me, Weep not: behold, the Lion of the tribe of Judah, the Root of David, hath prevailed to open the book, and to loose the seven seals thereof.” In Bible times, … Continue reading

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Come Gently 2024 by Mary Alford

I’ve never been one to make New Year’s resolutions. Mostly because I can’t keep them. In the past, I’ve resolved to lose a few pounds, be more organized, work harder on getting rid of clutter. Sad to say most of … Continue reading

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What Does Your 2024 Look Like?

Happy New Year to you all! Can you believe it’s already 2024? Where did 2023 go? I know where my 2023 went–writing two 95,000-word books — Fatal Witness and Deadly Revenge and launching the first book in the series, Counter Attack! Not … Continue reading

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What Happens Next by Mary Alford

By now, the presents have no doubt been unwrapped, the Christmas meal eaten. Family and loved ones have gone. For most of us, after December 25th passes, we put away the Christmas decorations. Christmas is over. But in the story … Continue reading

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The Steady, Plodding Donkey by Delores Topliff

I’m writing about donkeys today, seen frequently all over Israel—entering Jerusalem’s Old City gates and/or traveling networks of roads and trails everywhere—quiet, unassuming, but getting work done. In scripture, a donkey saved the prophet Balaam from the angel messenger’s sword … Continue reading

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