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Hungry For More: Ice Cream and God’s Word

Hungry For More: Ice Cream and God’s Word

February 1, 2022January 22, 2022

Maybe just another bite. That’s what I often think as I’m standing at my kitchen counter eating…

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Ring Out, Ring On!

Ring Out, Ring On!

November 2, 2021October 30, 2021

“The Lord’s message rang out from you . . .” 1 Thessalonians 1:8 NIV If you’ve…

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Enduring Secret Pain

Enduring Secret Pain

October 19, 2021October 16, 2021

We’ve all done it—masked our pain with a smile. We force a lilt to our voices…

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Let Your Life Provide a Well-Paved Path for Others

Let Your Life Provide a Well-Paved Path for Others

February 16, 2021February 15, 2021

Pain. Grief. Weakness. Limitations. None of us welcome these unwanted visitors—especially when they take up long-term residence…

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God Gets in the Boat With Us

God Gets in the Boat With Us

February 2, 2021January 30, 2021

“Then he climbed into the boat with them, and the wind died down.” Mark 6:51 NIV…

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The Constant of Christmas Plus A Blogging Break

The Constant of Christmas Plus A Blogging Break

December 1, 2020November 14, 2020

The holiday season can be a difficult time for many. Heartaches hurt more, burdens feel heavier,…

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God’s Unchanging Word: A Cause for Thanksgiving

God’s Unchanging Word: A Cause for Thanksgiving

November 17, 2020November 17, 2020

“Your word, LORD, is eternal; it stands firm in the heavens.” Psalm 119:89 NIV Our lives…

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Mother of the Bride Pep Talk: Encouragement for You

Mother of the Bride Pep Talk: Encouragement for You

May 5, 2020May 2, 2020

All mothers of the bride need some encouragement from time to time—and never more so than…

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Jesus’ Prayer for Unity

Jesus’ Prayer for Unity

April 21, 2020April 18, 2020

“. . . Christ Jesus, who died—more than that, who was raised to life—is at the…

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Where Is God When Times Are Bad?

Where Is God When Times Are Bad?

January 21, 2020December 28, 2019

“When times are good, be happy; but when times are bad, consider this: God has made…

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Guest Post by James Watkins: Why? Why? Why?

Guest Post by James Watkins: Why? Why? Why?

November 5, 2019November 2, 2019

A three-year-old’s favorite word is why. “Johnny, hold my hand while we cross the street.” “Why?” “Because…

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Trust In Him: A Poem to Encourage You

Trust In Him: A Poem to Encourage You

August 20, 2019April 1, 2020

Poetry, like music, can minister to weary or hurting hearts and it’s a real privilege to…

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Wedding Shoes for the Party: Sneakers!

Wedding Shoes for the Party: Sneakers!

August 20, 2019July 25, 2020

Mother of the Bride, heels look gorgeous for the wedding ceremony, but when it’s time to party,…

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7 Sentence-Prayers Inviting God’s Power—For the Hurting

7 Sentence-Prayers Inviting God’s Power—For the Hurting

June 4, 2019June 3, 2019

Does your heart yearn to help people who are hurting? Mine does and I’m sure yours…

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Favorites from the Book of all Books: God’s Word

Favorites from the Book of all Books: God’s Word

May 21, 2019May 11, 2019

It’s always fun to talk books. Fun to share what we’re currently reading, fun to tell…

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Anyone Snowed Under?

Anyone Snowed Under?

February 19, 2019February 16, 2019

Any of you ever find yourselves snowed under? This was the sight that greeted me several years…

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Help Others Find Strength in God

Help Others Find Strength in God

October 16, 2018October 13, 2018

“Jonathan went to David . . . and helped him find strength in God.” 1 Samuel 23:16…

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Wedding Day List: Add Comfy Shoes

Wedding Day List: Add Comfy Shoes

August 14, 2018August 13, 2018

Mother of the Bride, your attire for wedding day will not be complete without bringing a…

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Cheryl Barker

Faith. Family. Friends. Serving God. All these things are important to me. Being a writer is one of the ways I live out my faith and serve the One who first loved me. My prayer is that you will be refreshed and encouraged on life’s journey!

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Christmas for the heart

Let this book help you reclaim the beauty and wonder of the season, lead you to rejoice in the greatest gift ever given to the world, and inspire you to give the King of Kings the worship he's due. It makes a perfect gift too!

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Verbs of the Proverbs 31 Woman Prisoner of Hope While Waiting Quieting Your Heart Tender Mercies 7 Things I Would Tell My Younger Self Learning About Grief What We Can Do When Grief Is Compounded Who Does God Want? Living to Tell About It A Spring Poem: Morning Symphony Enduring Secret Pain Love That Propels Prayer Transforms—Prayer Changes Me Winter's Beauty

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