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Carol Round

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CAROL ROUND, self-syndicated columnist, Christian author, blogger, and inspirational speaker, began her journey with the Lord in October 2001 when she admitted her need for His guidance. Since then, she has sought a deeper relationship with Him through reading scripture, Bible study, and the personal discipline of keeping a daily prayer journal.

After being encouraged by other Christian women, she penned a book to encourage others to try prayer journaling. Released in 2012, "Journaling with Jesus: How to Draw Closer to God" and the companion workbook, "The 40-Day Challenge," can be purchased through the author or Amazon.com. (https://amzn.to/2pP5Yr6)

Carol has also authored three collections of her weekly faith-based column. "A Matter of Fai ...more

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Looking Up, Looking Back, Looking Forward

“Come!” answered Jesus. So, Peter got out of the boat and started walking on the water to Jesus. But when he noticed the strong wind, he was afraid and started to sink down in the water. “Save me, Lord!” he cried— Matthew 14:29-30 (GNT). When I read the story of Peter taking a step out …

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Average rating: 4.65 · 74 ratings · 42 reviews · 9 distinct works

	Journaling with Jesus: How to Draw Closer to God 4.58 avg rating — 36 ratings — published 2012 — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Nana's 3 Jars: Giving Generously 4.75 avg rating — 12 ratings — published 2014 — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Growing confidently in your faith: A lifelong journey to becoming more like Jesus 4.88 avg rating — 8 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	A Matter of Faith 4.67 avg rating — 6 ratings — published 2008 — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Faith Matters 4.40 avg rating — 5 ratings — published 2009 — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	by FAITH alone: Sola Fide 4.67 avg rating — 3 ratings — published 2012	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The 40 Day Challenge: A companion workbook to Journaling with Jesus: How to Draw Closer to God 4.50 avg rating — 2 ratings — published 2012 — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Nana's 3 Jars: Spending Wisely by Carol Round (Goodreads Author), Cheryl Proffitt (Illustrations) it was amazing 5.00 avg rating — 1 rating	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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“You can’t make someone feel good about themselves until you feel good about
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― Robin S. Sharma

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“You will never be who you want to be, until you are happy with who you are.”
― Thomas F. Shubnell

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“It's funny how, in this journey of life, even though we may begin at different times and places, our paths cross with others so that we may share our love, compassion, observations, and hope. This is a design of God that I appreciate and cherish.”
― Steve Maraboli, Unapologetically You: Reflections on Life and the Human Experience

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“Life in Christ is like traveling on a metro link train, with a predetermined destination. You are not the driver, Jesus is, and God provided the route on this one time trip. He plotted everything, the date and the time of your travel and arrival. There will be stops and delays along the way, but remember this, at the bottom of a traffic light is always a green light.”
― Rolly Lavapie

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“Spending time with God is the key to our strength and success in all areas of life. Be sure that you never try to work God into your schedule, but always work your schedule around Him.”
― Joyce Meyer

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