UPDATE: The giveaway is now closed. Our winner is Betty Tipton Chambers. Congratulations, Betty! I’ll be in touch so we can get your copies of The King’s Mercy and Ever Faithful in the mail! This is the long-awaited release week for Lori Benton‘s novel, The King’s Mercy (Giveaway info at end). Readers have been anticipating … Read More
Devotional Thoughts
Nameless “old man photos” have a story you won’t believe!
I wandered aimlessly through the Oregon antique shop until a framed set of three portraits stopped me in my tracks. The man’s ragged beard reminded me of the famous naturalist, John Muir. I glanced at the tag. “Old Man Photos,” was the only description. I hate seeing orphaned photos. Everyone has a name, a story. As … Read More
Pickpockets, Bears, and Fear
“Keep an eye on the person in front of you. It’s a sea of humanity out there. If we get separated on the street you’ll have difficulty finding the group again.” The tour guide’s words sent a shiver across my skin. I glanced around the bus filled with middle school students and parents, my gaze stopping … Read More
Prayer: What My Kids and Husband Have Taught Me.
This is going to be a long post, but I think you’ll enjoy it. This is an shortened version of a devotion I wrote for my Mom’s group: “What my kids and husband have taught me about prayer.” Enjoy! Moms are supposed to teach their kids how to pray. It’s part of the job. But … Read More