I completed my first book in January of 2006. The fact that I actually finished the book was a monumental feat that I struggled to accomplish for many years. Now that the hard work was done, I knew that God would publish my book, give me an audience and make me a successful author. Little did I know that the hard work had literally just begun when I placed the final end mark on … [Read more...] about The Disconnected Writer: 5 Ways to Find Your Tribe
Resurrecting the Valley of Dry Bones
I’m reading Ezekiel’s account when the Spirit of God took him to the Valley of Dry Bones 🦴 (Ez. 37). God had Ezekiel give a sober, objective account of the bleakness of the situation. Ezekiel didn’t sugar-coat what he saw. Those bones were dead, dry and many. But even in the face of such a grim situation, God commanded Ezekiel to prophesy (speak by faith, not sight according to … [Read more...] about Resurrecting the Valley of Dry Bones
Hannah’s Prayer
I read the first 7 chapters of 1 Samuel this morning. God is making a flip of leadership in the church, replacing those who abuse their power with those who humble themselves to hear God’s voice. This flip all started with a barren woman who continued to cry out for the Lord year after year never letting herself get bitter, enduring the shame of others and never … [Read more...] about Hannah’s Prayer
4 Ways to Replacing Finger
"Then you will call, and the Lord will answer; you will cry for help, and he will say: Here am I. If you do away with the yoke of oppression, with the pointing finger and malicious talk" (Isaiah 58.9 NIV). Finger-Pointing Hinders God's Power Finger-pointing is not of God, and anything not of God becomes a feeding ground for the enemy. Yes, the Holy Spirit will lead … [Read more...] about 4 Ways to Replacing Finger
Chieftain’s Daughter: A Gift for St. Patrick
Did you know that St. Patrick is one of my favorite holidays? St. Patrick's work in Ireland has had far-reaching effects on history and the world as we know it, and researches, historians and spiritual leaders are just now starting to understand the full impact of his legacy. I've read St. Patricks 2 sets of writings, studied the culture in which he came to Ireland, have … [Read more...] about Chieftain’s Daughter: A Gift for St. Patrick
enLIVEn Devotional Call for Submissions
Our award-winning devotional anthology series is revving up to produce our next book, Kissing Guilt Goodbye! The proceeds of this book will be going to mission work in the Himalayas! Our goal is to empower writers to be the hands and feet of Jesus by donating their words to support mission work. We aim to encourage our readers with our faith-themed books while being a light of … [Read more...] about enLIVEn Devotional Call for Submissions
Luffing in Transition: Overcoming Change
I am currently taking a week-long, intensive sailing class that includes three courses rolled into one. My husband has picked up a passion for sailing in the last several years, and since we live in a coastal town, this strenuous yet accessible class was available to us. I wanted to learn sailing not only to encourage my husband’s newfound sport, but also as … [Read more...] about Luffing in Transition: Overcoming Change
Book Review: Heavenly Wit by Teresa Ann Criswell
My dear friend, Teresa Ann, texted me wanting advice/help in getting her book on Kindle. She has been a faithful contributor to my writing ministry, enLIVEN Devotionals, which produces devotional anthologies with proceeds going to world missions. She freely donates her words, talent and time to be the hands and feet of Jesus to those in need, so I was honored to pour into her … [Read more...] about Book Review: Heavenly Wit by Teresa Ann Criswell