We hope you are enjoying these weekly feature posts from the authors of Inspired by Life…and Fiction. We’re sharing some of our favorite things to help you get to know us a little better—and we’d love to hear your answers to these “favorites” questions in the comments below.
Favorite Candy: Ever since I was a kid, I’ve loved jawbreakers because they last so long! The student union at Kansas State University sold jawbreakers by the pound, and no matter how broke I was, I always had a fund to stock up! These days, I eat Gobstoppers mini jawbreakers—the perfect size to last a while, but not too long. My grandkids know right where to find the Gobstoppers in my office or in my purse and they make a beeline for their favorite color whenever they visit.
Favorite Sport (to watch or play): I am not athletic in the least, but our four kids all played multiple sports in high school (and some of them in college) so it’s hard to choose just one favorite. But I think basketball is my favorite sport to watch. It’s the game I understand best, and I love the teamwork involved. Our family often plays a game of pickup basketball wherever we’re gathered.
Favorite Scripture Verse: 3 John 1:4 “I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth.” I think John was talking about his spiritual children in this verse, but I apply it to my own sons and daughters, who have all trusted Jesus for their salvation. There is truly no greater joy than seeing them live out their faith in Christ in their own families and occupations.
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