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Hebrews 12 Endurance: How to Embrace God’s Grace and Find Healing in Your Mistakes

Everyone makes mistakes.It’s part of the human condition—an inheritance from our ancestors, Adam and Eve. But mistakes can take an emotional toll.We feel guilt, shame, and a sense of unworthiness.We believe we are not good enough, that we are broken. The enemy would like us to believe that we are beyond salvation.But that is not […]

Aminata Coote: First Chapter of Blessed by Love

Read the first chapter of Transformed by Love. Trigger Warning: This chapter contains references to sexual assault, coercion, and emotional trauma. While it is not detailed, reader discretion is advised. This story was inspired by Tamar’s story in 2 Samuel 13, reimagined in a modern royal setting. It honors the strength and sorrow of those […]

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Hebrews 12 Endurance: 3 Simple Keys to Love Your Enemies

As Christians, we are told to love our enemies. But what does it mean to love your enemies? How do you learn to love someone you hate? This concept was first told to Jesus’ followers during the Sermon on the Mount, yet it was not a new idea. Jonah had been given a message of […]

Hebrews 12 Endurance: Noah in the Bible: Powerful Lessons About Faith, Obedience, and God’s Promises

The story of Noah is one of the most well-known accounts in the Bible. Most of us learned it as children: a man, a giant ark, animals marching two by two, and a rainbow stretched across the sky. But if we slow down and study Noah’s story, we’ll find deep lessons about trusting God, standing […]

Aminata Coote: 3 Simple Tips to Handle Perfectionism As An Author

Perfectionism is something many people are familiar with. This is doubly true for writers who struggle with creating the perfect, polished manuscript for their readers. But what happens when your quest for perfection leaves you unable to complete a project? How do you handle perfectionism? Author Rebecca Minelga shares her tips for kicking perfectionism to […]

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Hebrews 12 Endurance: 7 Wonderful Bible Verses to Soothe Your Anxiety

We live in a world of uncertainty. Leaders and world policies change; illness and death shift the dynamics of our families. The instability of our economy can lead to a constant state of anxiety. Is it any wonder that people are more anxious than ever? Do Not Be Afraid Anxiety is a shared human experience; […]

Aminata Coote: 5 Swoony Romances with Soulmates

Boy meets girl, and they have an instant connection. Could it be because they’re soulmates? We love reading about soulmates because we want to believe there’s someone perfect for us. Christian and Clean Contemporary Romances with Soulmates Soulmates are most often found in fantasy novels, but here are some Christian and clean contemporary romances where […]

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Aminata Coote: First Chapter of His Perfect Match

Read the first chapter of His Perfect Match. Brianna McPherson scowled at the two columns of numbers on her laptop screen. These numbers were going to be the death of her. The hours she’d spent watching accounting videos hadn’t made doing her books any easier. Still, no matter how she manipulated the figures, the expenses […]

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Aminata Coote: 2 Simple Ways to Find Inspiration from Kaytee Bradley

How do you find inspiration as a writer when all your words dry up? Author Kaytee Bradley shares two simple ways to find fresh inspiration. Kaytee Bradley’s Book & Writing Process Q: What is the title of your book, and what is it about? Love At Last. It’s about a middle-aged woman trying to get […]

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Hebrews 12 Endurance: Unwavering Faith Teaser

The author of Hebrews encourages us to “lay aside every weight.” Ever wondered what that means? I’m sharing a teaser from my book, Unwavering: How to Stand Strong in Your Faith, to offer some insight. Run Naked Have you ever tried to run or walk while carrying something heavy? How fast did you move? Chances […]