How to Keep Love Alive with a House Full of Kids Wondering How to Keep Love Alive with a House Full of Kids? It’s possible! After three decades of marriage, John and I have made our relationship a priority. There are no shortcuts to marital intimacy. But if you make the effort and take the time… [Continue Reading]
faith
Behind the Scenes of the Sight and Sound Theater
Today I take you behind the scenes of the Sight and Sound Theater with Cynthia Carson, the General Manager of Sight and Sound in Branson, Missouri. Our family recently watched the production of Jesus and we loved it. I hope you enjoy today’s interview. Behind the Scenes of the Sight and Sound Theater If you’ve… [Continue Reading]
6 Ways to Craft a Family of Purpose
Do you want to craft a family of purpose and chase God together? That doesn’t just happen by accident. Living a lifestyle with the freedom to follow God’s call requires us to be intentional. Let me share the steps we took to order our family so we could make an impact on the world for… [Continue Reading]
Congratulations to the Realm Awards 2021 Winners
I’m wishing heartfelt congratulations to the Realm Awards 2021 Winners. Last weekend (over my 50th birthday!) I attended the Realm Makers Conference in St. Louis, Missouri, with my husband John and son Nathan (author of Bask). I hope you enjoy learning about the winners and take a look at what they have to offer! Congratulations… [Continue Reading]
Finding Purpose Through Calendar White Space
Finding Purpose Through Calendar White Space can change your life–and that of your family. Years ago, I sat down with my husband John and, with his help, cleared away the calendar clutter that was robbing me of peace and purpose. Today, we live very busy–yet structured–purpose-filled lives that give our family the time and space… [Continue Reading]
London Calling! A Tale of a Sale
London Calling! Here’s a tale of sale–are you looking for a few good reads to pass the long summer days? Take a jaunt across the pond with my London Chronicles Series. Right now the ebook of A Daring Escape and A Secret Courage are on sale for only $1.99 now through July 5th, 2022, at… [Continue Reading]
Mom, Your Life Matters. You Matter.
“Mom, your life matters, you matter,” I told them. The words were barely out of my mouth when I heard the sniffles and saw women quickly wiping away the tears that managed to escape. My words hit a tender part of their hearts—and maybe yours, too. Today I share what God says about Mothering and… [Continue Reading]
Walk it Out #170: Husband Auditions with Angela Ruth Strong
Husband Auditions with Angela Ruth Strong What if you were a romance author and you decided that romance was simply an illusion? What if you then discovered a love that will last only find out you have cancer? As writers, we create all types of conflict for our characters, but conflict in real life often… [Continue Reading]
4 Ways YOU Can Bring God Glory | Kristen Tiber
These 4 Ways YOU Can Bring God Glory from Kristen Tiber will help you focus on making an impact for the Kingdom where you are today. Your message matters and you can bring His hope to a hurting world. Let Kristen’s words encourage you in this guest post. 4 Ways YOU Can Bring God Glory… [Continue Reading]
The Power to Forgive Your Enemies
The Power to Forgive your enemies isn’t something that comes naturally to anyone, even a hero of the faith like Corrie Ten Boom. But, with God’s help, Corrie was able to not only forgive but to extend grace and mercy to those whose actions had devasted so many. With Jesus’ help, we can too. Let… [Continue Reading]
Tips and Tricks for the Productive Writer
These Tips and Tricks for the Productive Writer will help you get organized, prioritize, and finally write that book you’ve been dreaming about all your life. As an author of over 80 published books, I have some insight on this subject and now I’m sharing it with you. So let’s get writing! … [Continue Reading]