by cynthia | Jun 28, 2023 | Christian authors, Inspirational writers
I woke to the potent scent of smoke at 2:30 a.m. this morning. We sleep with windows open whenever possible this time of year. My first thought (after dismissing the thought the house was ablaze) was that the stiff NE breeze was pushing in smoke from the fires in...
by cynthia | Jun 14, 2023 | Encouragement, Inspirational writers
We all know life can be tough. The Lord never promised everything would go our way or be trouble free. In fact, Jesus said just the opposite. “In this world you will have trouble. But take heart. I have overcome the world.” (John 16:33) But God did promise...
by cynthia | May 30, 2023 | History, Inspirational writing, Memorial Day
At a recent Book Swap event, I discovered just how little I know about Memorial Day. During a game, we were asked several questions to test our knowledge of the holiday. I failed in most respects. I knew Memorial Day was instigated as a day to honor those who had died...
by cynthia | May 10, 2023 | Encouragement, Inspirational writing, New releases
I’m thrilled to have my friend and critique partner, Kelly Goshorn with us today sharing about her story, The Veil, from the novella collection, Across the Shores. Plus she’s offering a print copy (US addresses only) of the novella, so be sure to enter the...
by cynthia | May 3, 2023 | Christian authors, Encouragement, Inspirational writing
It’s amazing how the Lord speaks into our hearts through Scripture. I must have read Psalm 77 dozens of times over the years, yet never did it strike me so vividly as it did this week. When God led the Israelites out of Egypt, they became trapped between the Red Sea...