Joy Does Not Depend on Our Outward Circumstances by Nikole Hahn

Joy Does Not Depend on Our Outward Circumstances by Nikole Hahn

Joy Does Not Depend on our Outward Circumstances So much of the world feels undone, chaotic, and illogical and if we focus too much on our outward circumstances it’s easy to fall into despondency or apathy. I’ve seen the effects of hopelessness. It’s reflected in the falling off of volunteers, the lack of motivation, and…

Thankful for Every Breath by Denise Oldham

Thankful for Every Breath by Denise Oldham

Julie’s note: Denise’s post was to run November 20, but I wasn’t able to access my site because in a pure genius move, I left my laptop at my mom’s in Upstate NY. This post falls under better late than never. I know you will enjoy Denise as much as I do! I truly give…

Our Service Men and Women Deserve Thanks For All They Do by Jill Schultz

Our Service Men and Women Deserve Thanks For All They Do by Jill Schultz

Our Service Men and Women Deserve Thanks For All They Do   As our annual day of thankfulness approaches, it’s once again time to take stock of the things for which we’re grateful. We generally dwell on areas like good health, friends, and family, but we need to broaden our scope to include those blessings…

COTT: Great Stocking Stuffer Idea–Jennifer A. Davids Restored Heart

COTT: Great Stocking Stuffer Idea–Jennifer A. Davids Restored Heart

To all our fans of historical fiction, Clash of the Titles introduces Jennifer A. David’s latest novel, Restored Hearts. It’s the perfect stocking stuffer.  Pre-order your copy today at ChristianBook.com!   About the book: Peter McCord Can’t Believe His Ears. Young, handsome, and heir to one of Pittsburgh’s wealthiest fortunes, Peter McCord couldn’t imagine a life…

The Loud and Messy House by Carole Towriss

The Loud and Messy House by Carole Towriss

  I have four wacky, zany children. They are 18, 13, 11 and 11, and share not a shred of DNA among them. I’m thankful for that. Perhaps I should explain. We spent eight years trying to get pregnant. We finally did. Emma, our oldest, was born on Christmas Eve after ten years of marriage…

Acrostic Poem by Penny McGinnis

Acrostic Poem by Penny McGinnis

                        Thankful for: Treasured time with my husband. Houseful of children—now grown. Amazing grace—Jesus love. Nature Knowledge and wisdom. Family— immediate, extended, church, work, friends. Unconditional love from my dogs. Lovable grandchildren. Colossians 2:6-8 So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue…