Book Review: Tricia Goyer’s Beyond Hope’s Valley

Book Review: Tricia Goyer’s Beyond Hope’s Valley

Tricia Goyer presents the third book in her Big Sky series, Beyond Hope’s Valley. It continues Marianna Sommer’s journey where she returns to her Indiana Amish roots for her brother’s wedding, and preparing for her own wedding to Aaron Zook. Although being Aaron’s bride has been her dream since she was a little girl, returning…

Character Confession: The Sparkly Gift

Character Confession: The Sparkly Gift

To say I had a low self-esteem as a young adult would be an understatement. I didn’t feel worthy of love for a few reasons, and would complain when I observed what I thought were high-maintenance girlfriends demanding flowers and chocolates from my friends, their boyfriends. I thought so little of myself I remember uttering…

Book Review: Leaving Egypt—Finding God in the Wilderness Places

Book Review: Leaving Egypt—Finding God in the Wilderness Places

I wasn’t sure if the Amazon Vine Program would be worth my time, but already I’m enjoying the fruits of my choices. Today is no exception. I chose Leaving Egypt: Finding God in the Wilderness Places simply based on the title. My own wilderness story changed everything about me, and when I was in that…