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The One Who Created
Thank you, Lord, for leading me to this process. Thank you, Hope*Books, for guiding me through it. And, thank you, family and friends, for your support during this writing/publishing process! When I retired from teaching five years ago, I felt… Continue reading
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HIS Story, Our Story
July 4th celebrations will soon start, with the official birthday of the USA being Saturday July 4, 2026! The United States of America is officially 250 years old this year, counting from the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4,… Continue reading
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THINK UPON THESE THINGS
Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable–if anything is excellent or praiseworthy–think about such things. Philippians 4:8 Let’s just face it. There is a battle for our… Continue reading
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BY THE CREATOR
The story is told in both ENGLISH and SPANISH! This week I am so honored to share that Hope*Books just published and released my first children’s book. Honestly, it doesn’t even seem real yet, but here it is: The One… Continue reading
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A Rhythm of Rest and Reading
Rest and reading go together well. Reading the right content can be inspirational, comforting, educational and restful in and of itself. Resting can be healthy and rejuvenating for us as well. Maybe that’s why our very Creator not only suggested… Continue reading
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Preparing for HOLY WEEK
“Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.” Romans 12:2 ESV Sometimes I have… Continue reading
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TEACH THEM TO PRAY
An essential part of being connected to the Lord is through prayer, talking to Him. Spending quiet time with Him. Letting the Holy Spirit speak. Abiding, away from distractions. Prayer can and should take on many forms. It’s important that… Continue reading
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A Rhythm of Reading
Routines can be GOOD. Routines can help us get things done, right? We have our morning routines to prepare for the day and our organizational routines to help us get ready for school or work. We may have routines for… Continue reading
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In the Beginning
The Jesus Storybook Bible In the beginning, God created. In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth. In the beginning of their lives, a foundation is laid for our children. In the beginning of understanding, we as parents,… Continue reading
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Prepare Him Room
Our pastor’s sermon one Sunday last Christmas was titled PREPARE HIM ROOM. There was no “room” at the Inn, or anywhere in town, as Mary and Joseph entered into Bethlehem. As the Creator of the Universe entered into humanity, there… Continue reading
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THINKING THANKFULLY
The very first Thanksgiving took place in 1621 in Plymouth, Massachusetts. Itwas a gathering of 52 English settlers and about 90 Wampanoag NativeAmericans, celebrating a successful harvest. Previously, many of the Englishsettlers had perished due to cold and hunger, and… Continue reading
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An Attitude of Gratitude
Is an attitude of thankfulness something that comes naturally to us? Do we need to be taught to live with an attitude of gratitude? Does it depend on circumstances? Scripture teaches us to give thanks in all circumstances… and that… Continue reading
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