Tag Archives: spiritual growth

Listen to God’s Whisper by Maureen Lang

Posted on September 16, 2015 by Maureen Lang

This past Sunday at church, a visiting speaker reminded us to say yes to the opportunities God puts in our path. I have to admit I don’t always follow God’s gentle nudging. There have been times when I’ve felt led … Continue reading →

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Do Not Worry

Posted on April 9, 2015 by bethrachg

I recently moved across the country, well, from south to north. It was a huge move. Think hot and now cold. This time last year I lived in Louisiana, where the Mississippi River empties into the Gulf, and now I … Continue reading →

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More on Books Changing Us

Posted on July 11, 2013 by bethrachg

I was so fascinated by Maureen’s post that I started to comment, and then decided to make it my post for today. I’ve written a previous blog post or two about how books can change us. Maureen’s points are all valid and … Continue reading →

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Chase that Lion & Grow with God!

Posted on April 22, 2013 by Sarah Goebel

I recently read a book called, “In a Pit with a Lion on a Snowy Day” by Mark Batterson. In the book, he encourages Christians to trust God and realize that the future God wants for them is hiding in … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged Christ, Christian, Christianity, defying the odds, God, God-given dreams, God-sized dreams, grow in faith, nearer to God, obey God and grow spiritually, obeying God, spiritual growth, trust God, Trusting God, walking in faith | 4 Comments

What’s in a word?

Posted on September 7, 2012 by lynettesowell

I love pizza. I love Saturday morning breakfast. I love the full moon. I love swimming at twilight. I love my cat. I love my husband. I love hearing the still small Voice. One word and so many different meanings. … Continue reading →

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Let God Talk to You Review by Yvonne Ortega

Posted on December 29, 2011 by freeyvonne7777

Some people believe God doesn’t talk to people anymore. I’m grateful He still does. What a privilege to have the opportunity to hear God speak to us. Many of us go to God with our long list of requests. We … Continue reading →

Posted in Honored Alumni, Uncategorized, Yvonne Ortega | Tagged Christians Read, Faith, God's love, inspirational books, inspirational nonfiction, let god talk to you, prayer, readers, relationships, spiritual growth, spiritual journey, Yvonne Ortega | 2 Comments

In Defense Of Fluffy And Light by Lynette Sowell

Posted on December 9, 2011 by lynettesowell

I’ve been hearing a lot about books needing a theme, that deeper thread, that “message” that Christian readers like to find. You’ll hear varying opinions on what makes a book have a good “message.” As I’ve listened to opinions on … Continue reading →

Posted in Honored Alumni, Lynette Sowell, Uncategorized | Tagged inspirational fiction, romance, spiritual growth, storytelling | 4 Comments

A Christmas Journey Home Review by Yvonne Ortega

Posted on December 1, 2011 by freeyvonne7777

A Christmas Journey Home by Kathi Macias is not a warm fuzzy novel. Kathi Macias is a master at writing novels that make the readers think and question the depth of their beliefs. In this novel, she doesn’t disappoint her … Continue reading →

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Choosing Gratitude: Your Journey to Joy by Yvonne Ortega

Posted on November 17, 2011 by freeyvonne7777

With Thanksgiving Day a week away in the USA, many of us may focus on what we will serve for dinner that day. Perhaps before we eat, we will thank God for his blessings to us. Nancy Leigh DeMoss says, … Continue reading →

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The Truth About Prayer Habits by Sarah Goebel

Posted on October 17, 2011 by Sarah Goebel

Whatever exercises we practice in the Christian life, they are in vain if done without the reading of Scripture and prayer. Yet sadly, most Christians go through life without an active prayer life. They worship, they go on mission trips, … Continue reading →

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Book Review: 40 Ways to Get Closer to God by Vicki Hinze

Posted on October 3, 2011 by Vicki Hinze

40 Ways to Get Closer to God Jerry MacGregor and Keri Wyatt Kent Publisher: Bethany House ISBN-10: 0764209183 ISBN-13: 978-0764209185 At some point in our lives, often when we’re in crisis, we call on God for help. When the crisis … Continue reading →