As women, we struggle to feel like we’re good enough because we are bombarded daily with messages that whisper, “Who you are is not okay.” We live in a world that tells us we have to look a certain way, live a certain lifestyle, have husbands who fit a certain mold, and have children that excel in every area of their lives. And rather than thrive in the life we have, we strive to create an existence that impresses others. This impossible treadmill leaves us with deep discontentment and a joyless existence. God doesn’t apologize for how He created us. And while...
Posted by Carey Scott on 06/01/2018
As a young girl, Jean sat on the swing as her classmates raced across the playground and wondered "How do they do that?" As a teenager, she watched her friends go off on dates and thought, "Will anyone ever love me?" And when she was a young adult she realized that God has a plan. An absolutely wonderful plan. Jean Abbott's journey from wheels to heels is a powerful and uplifting story of faith and perseverance. As a young child, Jean Sharon Abbott was diagnosed with spastic diplegia, a form of cerebral palsy. After enduring three decades of countless doctors visits,...
Posted by Jean Abbott on 12/16/2017
Nothing Is Wasted: A True Story of Finding Peace in Chaos chronicles a mother’s journey of trials and doubts, faith and triumph, through the rocky terrain of her son’s life with Asperger Syndrome, bipolar disorder, depression, and addiction. The reader has a mom’s eye view of the challenges she and her family face as they navigate through the public school system, private rehab programs, the Texas justice system, and normal life as evangelical Christians with a child who doesn’t seem to “fit the mold” of expectation in any given system, let alone in his...
Posted by Lore Cottone on 10/28/2017
The wind was blowing gently, but enough to stir the leaves on the ground. It was a sunny day with a few fluffy white clouds scattered through the sky. Gerald Ray and Timmy were walking through the park. They had just finished playing ball with their friends and were on their way home. But they were not quite ready to go home. The two brothers decided to sit by the small pond and skip stones across the water. “Wow! That was a good one!” Gerald Ray shouted! “Timmy was always good at skipping stones,” he thought to himself. Have you ever wondered how God talks to you or...
Posted by Sandra (Lott) Smith on 10/20/2017
How Did He Get In There is another fun adventure of Timmy and Gerald Ray. Go on a journey with the boys as they go on a summer vacation! The boys go camping with their parents and in arriving, their curious nature gets the best of them and they can’t wait to go wandering around in the woods. They come up to the back end of a cave and through a hole, they see a bear! Wondering how the bear got in through that small hole makes Gerald Ray start wondering how Jesus gets into your heart. Parents, here is another fun adventure for your children and a way for you to answer that same question...
Posted by Sandra (Lott) Smith on 10/20/2017
At her favorite place in the park Grace cries out after discovering what her father had done to her and at that moment, she just needed to be held. “Why, why daddy! Why did you hurt me like that! Why! I want to hate you, but I can’t! Why did you do that to me! Why, why, why did you do it? Oh, Lord, I know I need to let go and forgive. I understand what it means to forgive that itis releasing me from the hold of my abusers. I do get it, Father, that as long as I hold on to bitterness and resentment and do not forgive the ones that hurt me,...
Posted by Sandra (Lott) Smith on 10/20/2017
The full purpose of the HolySpirit is to glorify Jesus Christ. The Holy Spirit intercedes for us. He also draws you to Jesus, for no one comes to the Father unless he is drawn. Weare to be the voice, the hands, and feet for which the Holy Spirit shines through from us to others. We are not to just go to Church and say, “we are a Christian,” we are to live it. Living out your daily life as a true child ofGod loving people, as a way of life is the best testimony you will ever have.The Holy Spirit helps you, teaches you and guides you. Read through this study and ask the Lord to...
Posted by Sandra (Lott) Smith on 10/20/2017
REAL LIFE ROMANCE by Rhonda Stoppe (Harvest House Publishers 2018) Imagine a book that helps you teach your teens or young adult children about Real Life Romance that honors Christ. What if this book was easy to read, with all the feels that keeps your young reader coming back again and again to each short story of true love? That's what you'll find with Real Life Romance! And don't be surprised if these sweet stories rekindle the romance in your own marriage too! Whether you're single and looking for a reason to believe or a parent watching your own child...
Posted by Rhonda Stoppe on 09/08/2017
FOR THE BRAND-NEW CHRISTIAN Christmas Edition of the Grace Warrior Devotional Series. Seeing the Babe-in-a-manger piece haphazardly stuffed between the Ninja Turtle Cowabunga Christmas plaque and snow globe with Frosty in beachwear made me want to run and hide. How could anyone celebrate Christmas in the midst of the commercialized chaos? God reminded me that in the middle of the confusion are people; grieving, worried, and desperate ones seeking relief. What better time than Advent to share with them what the season represents – hope, peace, joy, and love? ...
Posted by Melissa Kirk on 08/29/2017
FOR THE BRAND-NEW CHRISTIAN The second book in the Grace Warrior Devotional Series. Grace looked at the challenging list. Today she had to be wife, mother, daughter, and boss. Be caring, creative, and – she scribbled across the top of the page – be nice. She turned to the throne. “How can I successfully serve you with so much to do?” “Daughter,” he said. “I have told you the way. Remember the most important edict, and all will be well.” Grace Warrior bowed in obedience. She was at the King’s command. GRACE WARRIOR – At the King’s...
Posted by Melissa Kirk on 08/29/2017
FOR THE BRAND-NEW CHRISTIAN Book One of the Grace Warrior Devotional Series. There was a time when life dumped on, stepped on, and overlooked the woman. She searched for love, only to find rejection. Lies stripped away her dignity while antidotes for stress left her numb. She did all she could, but it was never enough. Desperate, she fell to her knees and cried out, “Help me!” God answered. She’s the King’s daughter now. She is Grace Warrior, and she’s been bathed in mercy – clothed in grace. GRACE WARRIOR – Bathed in Mercy, Clothed in Grace is...
Posted by Melissa Kirk on 08/29/2017
Janet can make a beautiful book and resource table for your event, to include the following books she has written (plus THREE more exciting ones in 2018!): PrayerWalk: Becoming a Woman Prayer, Strength and Disciple (WaterBrook/RandomHouse)Daily PrayerWalk: Meditations for a Deeper Prayer Life (WaterBrook/RandomHouse)Prayer Changes Teens: How to Parent from Your Knees (WaterBrook/RandomHouse)PrayerStreaming: How to Stay in Touch with God All Day Long (WaterBrook/RandomHouse)My Prayer Buddy Devotional: For a Sisterhood of Prayer Partners (AMG)Girlfriend Gatherings: Creative Ways to Stay Connected...
Posted by Janet McHenry on 08/08/2017
