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First Amendment and First Commandment

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Recently, a friend said in an email, "I believe in the First Amendment and the First Commandment." Those words have resonated in my heart ever since. First Amendment: Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition … [Read more...]

Delayed Promises

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"God's promises, even though delayed, are not endangered. Danger and doubt don't change his promises." I jotted that note down a few weeks ago in church when one of our pastors was sharing from the Word, and I've thought of it several times since. The fact that God doesn't change, that Jesus is the same yesterday, today, and tomorrow has long been a comfort to me—and it's becoming more so all … [Read more...]

Cherishing and Protecting Our Freedom

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The concept of "freedom" has been on my mind a lot this year, especially since I taught U.S. History this past year to a group of high school students. I learned a LOT about the freedom that Americans purchased with their sweat, blood, and often their very lives. Teaching the class reminded me of all of the many brave and intelligent people who came before us, people who lived with integrity, … [Read more...]

A Crazy Romp at RT in Dallas

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Last week, I had the privilege of attending the RT Booklovers Convention in Dallas. This was my first year to attend, and it was so fun to be surrounded by an entire hotel full of romance readers and fans. We had a great contingent of Inspirational authors this year, led by our own Tammy Alexander. Tammy kept us organized and on task, and helped us shine our light at a convention dominated by … [Read more...]

Spring: Sometimes We All Need a New Start

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In Indiana, spring has been late in arriving. Finally, in the last week, it has exploded on the scene. I'm still waiting for my irises to bloom, but the trees are fully decked out...vivid colors...delicate blooms, green leaves stretching out to touch the sky... It's a time of fresh beginnings. That may be why spring is one of my favorite seasons. [Tweet "Need a reminder winter will end? New … [Read more...]

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