When you go to a special event or someone’s home for dinner, it’s not unusual to for a plate of cookies to be present. Cookies are a crowd’s favorite. They may come in all sorts of shapes and sizes—some with frosting, sprinkles, or chocolate chips. Regardless of their flavor, they’re sure to disappear. They’re just … Continue reading God’s Cookie Plate
Author: Christa Madrid
Christa Madrid is a Bible school graduate and licensed minister who has served in her church for many years. She has taught regularly from the pulpit and has gone on international missions trips. She enjoys writing faith-based blog and newspaper articles, and is a self-published author of novels, devotionals, and nonfiction books. Along with her church ministry and writing, Christa loves spending time with her husband Michael and daughter Amaris in their home in the Texas Panhandle.
Nothing Without Him
I recently read an article about a young woman who broke the world record for hurdling. Pictures in the article show her crying and kneeling afterward, moved by her accomplishment. But what I love the most is that in the following interviews, she gave all the glory to God, acknowledging that her achievement was based … Continue reading Nothing Without Him
Decisions, Decisions
Multiple times in our lives we will be faced with making a decision. It could be as simple as where to go out to eat after church on Sunday, or as important as who we should marry and what career to pursue. While going to the wrong restaurant may simply mean a temporary irritation over … Continue reading Decisions, Decisions
A Healthy Spirit
We live in a culture promoting health. Our media and experts give us a wealth of information on a nutritious eating, supplements, exercise, and relaxation techniques. But the goal of having a healthy body didn’t come from man—it came from God. His desire that we have healthy bodies was so great that He sent Jesus … Continue reading A Healthy Spirit
New Book Release!
I'm pleased to announce the release of my latest book, You Stand: Standing Strong in Life's Battles! Need hope as you struggle though life’s problems? Looking for something to keep your head above water? What if you weren’t alone in the chaos and trauma of broken relationships, health problems, and financial crisis? Using personal experience … Continue reading New Book Release!
The Greatest Sacrifice
In the Old Testament, God required His people to offer sacrifices to Him on a regular basis. They were primarily animals—doves, lambs, and bulls—that they would slaughter and burn on an altar before God. These sacrifices, or offerings, were given to receive forgiveness for sin and to express thanksgiving and devotion to God. It … Continue reading The Greatest Sacrifice
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