“Thank you, God, that you are not overwhelmed.” It was my friend’s turn to pray during our weekly staff prayer meeting. The prayer requests were many – from comfort to a friend’s son’s tragic death to healing to family members and colleagues sick with COVID-19. My heart was breaking too. My mom was at the hospital, and living 6,000 miles away added an extra stress level to the situation. I felt overwhelmed, helpless and sad. But as Mike started his prayer with those simple words, the Continue Reading
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God Is Often Blamed for Things He Never Said {The Atlanta Journal-Constitution}
My late brother-in-law was a quiet man. He was known for being “quick to listen… and slow to speak.” If Donnie was curious about something, he strategically waited to ask the right question at the right time. Whenever we visited, my husband, sister-in-law, and I did most of the talking. Donnie would sit quietly, rarely offering insights into our discussions. But when he did, everyone would listen. He was usually comical, quick and point-blank. You did not have to wonder what he thought. Continue Reading
Interview with Francine Rivers about Redeeming Love {The Atlanta Journal Constitution}
I had the pleasure to interview my favorite novelist, New York Times best-selling author Francine Rivers for my latest column for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution at the time of the release of Redeeming Love, the movie based on her debut novel from 1991. Don't miss the interview on my YouTube channel (Link below). Redeeming Love Portrays God's Forgiveness and Grace {The Atlanta Journal-Constitution} The music starts, and the anxious groom fixes his eyes on the angelic figure Continue Reading
Kendrick Brothers First Documentary Offers Insights on Fatherhood {The Atlanta Journal-Constitution and Video Interview}
Early in December, I had the pleasure of interviewing Alex and Stephen Kendrick about their latest movie, “Show Me the Father.” The movie is the first documentary in the brothers’ outstanding career as faith-based movie writers and producers, preceded by award-winning, acclaimed titles such as “Facing the Giants,” “Fireproof,” “Courageous,” “War Room” and “Overcomer.” The brothers’ first documentary focuses on an issue that affects every human being: the importance of a father’s role and its Continue Reading
LINKUP: Past Failures Should Not Define the New Year {The Atlanta Journal-Constitution}
The 11th chapter of the book of Hebrews in the New Testament lists the names of men and women of faith who trusted God through trials and impossible situations. The list includes the Jewish patriarchs Abraham, Isaac and Jacob. It also mentions leaders whose lives greatly impacted the story of God’s people, including Joseph, Moses, Gideon, Joshua, King David and the prophets. But amid characters who undeniably deserve to receive the “Hall of Faith” trophy, some names often make Continue Reading
Take Inventory of Your Testimony This Year-End {The Atlanta Journal-Constitution}
“Let your light shine before men in such a way that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father who is in heaven.” Jesus Christ’s words in the Sermon of the Mount, Gospel of Matthew. I spent my childhood summer vacations at my grandparents’ farm, located in a small fishermen’s village in South Brazil. The farm is by a breathtaking saltwater lake. One of the most beautiful sceneries that I recall from those days was the sight of the lake at night. As you drove by on the interstate Continue Reading
