"The Lord God made all kinds of trees grow out of the ground—trees that were pleasing to the eye and good for food. In the middle of the garden were the tree of life and the tree of the knowledge of good and evil" (Genesis 2.9 NIV). The Garden of Eden represents the presence of God and heaven. Adam and Eve lived protected in the Garden of God with everything they needed … [Read more...] about Two Trees
No Hopeless Endings
Our limited imagination is probably our biggest hindrance to us achieving God's best. This limited imagination is fueled by a mistrust of God and an ignorance of His love, provision and endless passion for us. We can't imagine the plethora of outcomes to our current situation, so we allow hopelessness or our self-will to take control. Then we push an agenda that is … [Read more...] about No Hopeless Endings
11 Reasons to Read Your Bible
Why do you want to read the Bible? Here are 11 Reasons Why Reading the Bible is so Important! * Watch Alisa's video below! "I will study your commandments and reflect on your ways. I will delight in your decrees and not forget your word" (Psalm 119.15-16 NLT). I tell people often that I read the Bible because I know how valuable it is to my entire life. It is literally like … [Read more...] about 11 Reasons to Read Your Bible
Articles, Awards and More!
Inspire Magazine Feature Article! I was honored to be featured in Inspire Magazine's Sept/Oct Issue! You can read the article HERE and the full magazine is HERE (I'm on pages 28 and 29). I feel so blessed to be a part of an initiative that lifts local talent! The Violet Moon Series won several EVVY Awards! F'lorna of Rodesh wone 3rd place for Audiobook narrated by Trista … [Read more...] about Articles, Awards and More!
5 Reminders of Who You are in Christ
Who You are in Christ Many people are saved by the Blood of Jesus Christ through His Finished Work on the Cross. However, they may not know their true identity in Christ once they become saved. Also, some people gain a growing understanding of who they we are in Christ, yet the world tries to make them forget. We get bogged down by responsibility and worry. Or we get … [Read more...] about 5 Reminders of Who You are in Christ
Seeking Diverse Teachers
"After three days they found him in the temple courts, sitting among the teachers, listening to them and asking them questions" (Luke 2.46 NIV). The Holy Spirit is our supreme teacher, and He will bring many teachers into our path. Jesus is our example. He was found among the teachers listening and asking questions at a young age. If we are struggling, confused or just feeling … [Read more...] about Seeking Diverse Teachers
Mogwai: The Devil of Fear
"The Lord is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life—of whom shall I be afraid?" (Psalm 27.1 NIV). I had a dream about the movie, Gremlins, the other night. I wasn't thinking about this movie, and I remember being confounded by the images even as I dreamed them. However, the dream was very specific, like I was watching a … [Read more...] about Mogwai: The Devil of Fear
Author Interview: Bernadine Zimmerman
Let me introduce you to my friend and writer, Bernadine Zimmerman. She has a passion to encourage and mentor young ladies in their relationship with God and to help them discover who they are in Christ. Bernadine is originally from the beautiful island of Grand Bahamas. She moved to the huge state of Texas after marrying her husband, Mark. She is a teacher by profession and a … [Read more...] about Author Interview: Bernadine Zimmerman
