These days, with the number of prenatal tests available, having a baby is less of a mystery than it was when I delivered my daughters in 1985 & 1987. When contractions during my second delivery were about ten minutes apart, I made the very foolish statement: “I wish I knew what the next 24 hours would be like.” More …
Israel At War: Part II (Biblical Approach)
Greetings, Newsies! Whether you’ve just joined this special group or been with me from the beginning, I appreciate you! Generally speaking, my Newsies are committed to spreading the news of Jesus and Biblical Truth to the nations. I spread those messages with deeply researched Old Testament novels that teach through the power of stories. Hopefully, this post will bring some …
3 Ways To Find Peace-On-The-Go
Hubby Roy and I have just returned from ANOTHER trip. Can I just say I’m really tired of traveling? Quick jaunts. Loooong getaways. Business or pleasure, it doesn’t matter. I’m ready to be HOME! But I’ve learned a little about peace while we’ve been traveling. However, before I share about our lessons on peace, let me say that Roy and …
Unjust Peace by Nichole Ridner
“Yet even then their testimony did not agree.” Mark 14:59 It has never surprised me that Jesus was charged and convicted unjustly. After all, Isaiah 53:3-4 foretold his unfair trial by saying “He was despised and rejected…considered punished by God.” He was misunderstood and judged without just cause. Why then am I shocked when I’m treated similarly? A few years …
One Fruit by Nichole Ridner
A couple of years ago, I read One Word by Dan Britton, Jimmy Page, and Jon Gordon. From the dust jacket description: “‘By living a single word that is meant for you, you’ll find renewed purpose and meaning throughout the year.’” Since then, I have felt led to a specific word each year. My word for 2017 was gently revealed …
Sheltered in His Presence by Kate Hodges
This week I went to a state park well known for its rocky cliffs and waterfalls. I hadn’t been to this particular park in about twenty years and wanted to see how it had changed. Well, I don’t think the park has changed much, but I sure have. Twenty years ago, I was young, still in college with no one …






