I have never really given much thought about the word of the year concept. However, in the last two years I have become aware of two words that have become relevant to the events that have transpired in my life. Those two words are hope and perseverance. Rejoice in hope, persevering in tribulation, devoted to prayer. Romans 12:12 (NASB) I …
Easter Book GIVEAWAY!
Let’s add to the fun of your Easter celebration with a book giveaway! The winner will receive a copy of their choice of Miriam, Isaiah’s Daughter, or In the Shadow of Jezebel. Entering for your chance to win is simple! In the blog’s comment section, please simply share any new insights you’ve gained that can deepen the meaning of your Easter celebration. …
3 Passover Truths to Enhance Your Easter
Our girls have been blessed with amazing grandparents. They’ve had grandmas and grandpas that did all the cool things their dad and I sometimes lacked the energy to pull off. I never decorated Easter eggs until we had grandkids of our own. Never needed to because—you guessed it—the grandparents took care of Easter egg hunts, Christmas stockings, and even birthday cakes. What did …
Precious Forgiveness by Nichole Ridner
As my 11-year-old son walked out of the house at the end of January in shorts, I commented that he could wear what he wanted but my suggestion that he wear pants would help him avoid his feelings getting hurt by comments from others. His response left me speechless, ashamed and heartbroken. “Mom, the only person who ever says anything …
Christian Fiction Scavenger Hunt Stop #27
Welcome to Scavenger Hunt Stop #27! If you’ve just discovered the hunt, be sure to start at Stop #1, and collect the clues through all 30 Stops, in order, so you can enter to win one of our top 5 grand prizes! The hunt BEGINS on 3/1 at noon MST with Stop #1 at LisaTawnBergren.com. Hunt through our loop using …
Learning About Myself by Faith Ruotolo
I had the great pleasure of watching my 3 year old grandson the other weekend. It was such a joy to be able to see him run around, grab my hand and say, “Na-Na play with me.” I got down on all fours (which let me tell you is not so easy as it was when I was younger) and …






