The Girl Behind the Red Rope, by Ted Dekker and Rachelle Dekker, was quite a surprise. Before I dive into my review, here’s a look at the book blurb: Ten years ago, Grace saw something that would forever change the course of history. When a terrible scourge is unleashed on the world, she and others… Continue reading Red Rope
In today's society, we are constantly faced with fear. Whether it be scare-tactics used by sales companies, or creepy concepts presented on investigative television shows, seeds of fear are thrown at our hearts. If we let them, they sink in, take root, and grow. If you find yourself battling fear, as I do at times,… Continue reading Overcoming Fear
Watch me as I run through clouds, The fog left far behind. I open my eyes under water, Its sting won’t steal my sight. I take a knife to the brush, The weeds dodge as I pass. Step on sticks, peel off stuck ticks, and grab hold of what will last. Don’t tell me to… Continue reading Spiritual War
In Luke 8:41, a man named Jairus fell at Jesus' feet and pleaded with him to come to his house, because his 12-year-old daughter was dying. While they were on their way, someone came from Jairus' house and said, "Your daughter is dead...Don't bother the teacher any more," (Parts of Luke 8:49). "Hearing… Continue reading Don’t Be Afraid
The world sends us a false message. It tells us that in order to care, we must worry. If I tell you serious news, and you don’t express concern, fear, shock, or anxiety on my behalf, you obviously don’t truly care. The misconception is that if we don’t lose sleep over something, it means little… Continue reading Care Without Worry
Caitlin M. Smith 