King Josiah and me…
by Recently, I reread the story of King Josiah in 2 Kings, and marveled at how applicable it seems in light of where God has opened the …
Author: mary
Remember the Martyrs
Pop quiz: What were the best-selling books in the Middle Ages? The Holy Bible–1611 Pilgrim’s Progress–John Bunyan, 1672 Foxes Book of Martyrs–John Foxe, 8 volumes, 1563 …
Lessons From Church History
John Foxe, of the Foxe’s Book of Martyrs fame, is an amazing source for authentic church history. I just have to share here some must-know …
What the word of God says about itself…
Recently I decided to study up on what God says about His word in the Bible. This study changed my life, as I fell in …
Contemplations of our Savior’s birth
This post is courtesy of my sweet and godly mom…enjoy, and have a blessed day! *** I picture the shepherds of Bethlehem as a quiet …
Cheesecake Gifts and Recipes
In early December, my friend Kim called with a brilliant Christmas gift idea. She needed to borrow my springform pan to carry it off. Why? …
Great Dip Recipes for the Holidays
I mentioned in a previous blog post that I was going to have to post some recipes from the October Writer’s Retreat I attended. Here …
Graham Cracker Gingerbread House Traditions
Every so often there are blog articles that deserve being reposted. This one qualifies! Hopefully it will inspire some fun times for your family! (The …
Tips for Bake Sales
Family and friends have been anxiously awaiting this post since mid-November! Not because they need the vital information I’m going to share for hosting a …
Chicken Soup for the Soul: Devotional Stories for Mothers
I’m published! *Smile* A few months ago, Shelley Ring, my good friend and critique partner, emailed me suggesting we both submit devotionals to the Chicken …