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Heaven’s Boy

Heaven’s Boy

Do you ever think about Jesus’ mother? Her courage, grace, strength—her faith. Mary is one of the many people I…
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Remember When

Remember When

Remember when we went to “Putt-Putt” on Labor Day for our first date —and made it a tradition? I wouldn’t…
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Babies Don’t Keep

Babies Don’t Keep

Laying warm clothes onto the bed, I notice your shirt. Black, the required color for work. You’re 20 now, and…how…
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Worthy Sacrifices of Ordinary Days

Worthy Sacrifices of Ordinary Days

  Lord. Have. Mercy. Inhale annnnd exhale. Dirty dishes on every counter. Spilled tea on un-swept floors. A battlefield of…
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Tomorrow’s Yesterday

Tomorrow’s Yesterday

Exhausted, I stopped to catch my breath; the distance that I’d traveled was significant. I recognized the path; it had…
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A Girl I Once Knew

A Girl I Once Knew

Doesn’t really seem like it was that long ago….. I once knew a girl who had a baby boy…a beautiful…
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The Stuff That Dreams are Made of…

The Stuff That Dreams are Made of…

  Where is it written that life has to be perfect in order to be blessed? Today I am feeling…
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…And, Don’t Eat the Birdseed

…And, Don’t Eat the Birdseed

  Happens at your house too, I bet.  You know those words that spill out of your mouth; words that…
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Dear Lord of the sunrise: Thank You! 🙌 💗 . . Dear Lord of the sunrise: Thank You! 🙌 💗
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#sunrise #hope #God #christianwriter
Hey, friend. 💗 How is your 2025 going? Whether Hey, friend. 💗 How is your 2025 going? Whether carefree & calm, or perhaps like mine, it's been a whirlwind of extra, I pray the Lord has met you in the midst with all of Himself. 💗 ...
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I wanted to share some exciting news with you! 🎉 I've had the beautiful honor of contributing to a brand-new devotional from Proverbs 31 Ministries called: Let In the Light: 50 Devotions to Confidently Know God Is Good and Guiding Your Steps. Releasing TODAY, October 28, 2025!
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This book is filled with encouraging devotions from authors (including me!) who want to remind you that God’s light is never gone — even when life feels cloudy or dark.
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If you’ve ever needed a reminder that God’s light is still shining, this book was written for you.
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I can’t wait for you to read these devotions and let a little more of His light into your days! 🔆
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May this offering of light bring hope, peace, and comfort to you in this season, my friend. 💗
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Available at the P31 Bookstore, or anywhere you like to buy your books. 
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(P.S., I'd love to hear your thoughts on the book as you're able to share, friend!) 💕
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God bless America. 🇺🇸 God bless America. 🇺🇸
I see You, God. 🙌 💗 . . . #glory #praise #wo I see You, God. 🙌 💗
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