Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been tagged as “Jesus”
Well, it was bound to happen. I was “unfriended.” For being “too Jesus-y.” I think it was in reference to my status update on my personal Facebook profile: Thinking deep thoughts this morning during my prayer time. Does it ever just overwhelm you to think that we—YOU, ME—are going to spend the rest of our lives (eternity) together?! I. Love. …
During the midst of Holy Week, today I want to pause for a moment and consider this poignant time of tragedy and triumph. For some, the holiday means little more than Easter eggs, baskets, and goodies. For Christians, we understand that’s surface stuff—fun and fluff secondary to the real celebration. When our kids were little, each received an Easter basket, though …
Can you believe the first week of December is drawing to a close? I know. I can’t either. The holiday hustle and bustle is now officially here! Despite the frenzy, the sweetest season of peace and goodwill is alive and well here in the Ozarks. I pray it is in your neck of the woods, too. While life isn’t always …
For readers not familiar with Christian fiction there’s the preconceived notion that if it’s Christian it must be all hearts and flowers. Or boring. Or something. For example, a friend once asked why I wanted to write for the Christian market and not the secular one. It was actually something I’d thought about a lot. “Well, a Christian is who I am. …
During our writing journey, it’s interesting to see people’s reactions when discussing our craft. Occasionally, the conversation may go something like this: “What is it you do anyway?” “Well,” (we may slug back our favorite beverage as we gather steam for what we know is coming) “I’m a writer.” “A writer, huh? That’s nice. I’m going to write a book …
Recently I introduced you to a wonderful, little gem in the Missouri Ozarks. During a reunion with a dear friend I discovered a coffee-lover’s dream. The perfect place to write, catch-up, or soak in the heavenly-scented atmosphere, Mocha Jo’s Coffee Cafe in Monett, Missouri is a real treat. (I’m not very familiar with this town, but Mocha Jo’s is located …
Because there are a lot of misconceptions about Christian fiction writers and the market we write for, I thought it would be fun today to share an updated post. See if you can identify. What We Wish You Knew… 1. We write in many different genres within the Christian market. Yes, even the (*gasp*) inspirational romance genre. 2. We …
Last year about this time I wrote something similar to this post, but it’s worth repeating especially now. Today, as we approach one of the most joyous times of year, I wanted to shift gears a bit. This post isn’t intended to be preachy, pretentious, or holier-than-thou. Because I love you and I care about where you spend eternity, I …
Oh, my goodness! The negativity that abounds! Negative Nancys and Downer Dans seemed to be out in full force this week. For example: At a four-way stop in town. The gentleman who rolled through it and then shook his head at the remaining cars who were there first. At the check-out when I bid the cashier a good day. Her reply? “Yep. …
I didn’t always “play full out.” I liked to live life in my comfort zone and I didn’t want anything to upset the apple cart. An example: I asked Jesus into my heart and accepted Him as my personal Lord and Savior at the tender age of nine, and for a time, I almost burst with newfound joy. I shared …
