In Real Life
“And not only this, but we also exult in our tribulations, knowing that tribulation brings about perseverance; and perseverance, proven...


The Empty Tomb
Woman, why are you weeping?” the angel said to Mary. As if that empty tomb should have been a comfort. “Whom are you seeking?” Jesus...


Sweet Dreams
It’s close to midnight and I wake for a few minutes, like I always do. I listen to you enact a bedtime routine you’ve had since...


The Murder of Donna Fletcher Crow
They had all received a personal invitation, but where was their host? The guests stole glances at each other, a few exchanged...

Writing in Community: A Love Story
“I’m reading John Le Carre’s The Constant Gardener right now. Frankly, it’s making me feel more inadequate than I’ve felt in a long...


Love and Resistance
I know God answers prayer. He’s answered mine, at times in dramatic ways, perhaps to let me know He’s actually listening. God moves my...


Dear Robin
Robin Lee Hatcher is the best-selling author of over seventy-five books. Her well drawn characters and heartwarming stories of faith,...


February, the Coldest Month
What's on my mind? Surviving February... Let's see, there's Chinese New Year on the 8th -- take-out and good drinks by the fire with...
Writing Without a Wife, Take Two
This is it, the post that started my Writing Without a Wife journey, and became fascinating and illuminating interviews with primarily,...


Joy, Peace
Last night, I fell asleep reading on the couch. Around one o’clock, one of the small, furry creatures that lives with me jumped on my...