Book Love, Christian fiction

Book review: Colors of Truth by Tamera Alexander

A story of racial reconciliation and the cost of telling the truth Back cover copy: In a town battered and bruised by war, one woman embarks upon an impossible search — and one man must face the past in the very place that almost destroyed him. Tennessee, 1866. According to the last letter Irish immigrant… Continue reading Book review: Colors of Truth by Tamera Alexander

Living in Faith, Scripture verses

What’s so good about Good Friday?

Today is Good Friday, the day we remember Christ Jesus’ trial, crucifixion and death. It's a day of sorrow and devastating loss as we ponder what He went through on our behalf and the all-consuming grief that swallowed His disciples and other followers. Good Friday is a dark, dark day that makes us uncomfortable. But… Continue reading What’s so good about Good Friday?

Monday Motivation

Monday motivation: Find the gift in today

Need a positive thought to start the week? Yeah, me too! A bit of Monday motivation is never a bad thing in my book. I've enjoyed collecting quotes for years -- inspirational quotes, book quotes, motivational quotes. And what better time to share one than a Monday morning, especially when it's paired with a Bible… Continue reading Monday motivation: Find the gift in today

Living in Faith, Scripture Lessons, Scripture verses

Being faithful like Moses

I’ll be the first to admit that when I’m looking for parts of the Bible to read, I don’t normally gravitate toward Numbers. But a couple of verses from my devotional a few days ago really struck me. In them (Numbers 12:6-8), God is talking to Moses and his siblings Aaron and Miriam: “Listen to… Continue reading Being faithful like Moses