I pre-ordered Jackie Hill Perry’s latest book, Holier Than Thou, as soon as I heard about it. I knew I would like it and I did. JHP, as I affectionately call her, is one of my favorite people to learn from. She is unfussy, poetic, truthful, and not once has she called me her “friend,” which I find altogether endearing and hard to find amongst female Christian authors. (No offense, I just have never met these people so I don’t know why they call me their friend when I’m just trying to read their books.)
Book Lovers Day is a Good Day in My Book
Racial Diversity: Children’s Reading Recommendations
Books to Film: My Favorite Adaptations
Hello Friends! So, we have been in this quarantine status for a little while, which means, at least for me, rewatching some of my favorite movies. It’s no surprise to my friends that some of my favorite movies are adapted from books. Here is a brief list of some of my favorite paper to film choices!
What Will You Be Reading?: Books to Love in 2020
Developing A Love for Reading
I was hanging out with a friend when she asked a tough question. I didn’t know how to answer. The thought ran through my head, “What if I’m judged based on my answer?” I wrestled in my mind with what to say for what felt like forever. Maybe I’m thinking through this too much? I knew I had to respond. Finally, I answered: “Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire by Jim Cymbala”.
Summer Reading: Secret Thoughts and House Keys
It’s Not Supposed to Be This Way
So many times when we encounter unmet expectations in life, someone we know will offer up a Bible verse or well-known saying to encourage us. However good their intentions are, often times their words of encouragement seem shallow compared to the hurt and pain we are experiencing. Author Lysa TerKeurst understands that all too well.