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Hey dear friends, I have exciting news. I now have a professional screenplay written by Daniel Borunda and am looking forward to having Lake Surrender become a film. Can you believe it!  I am working with Daniel, writer and executive producer in L.A., to move this project forward. It’s a dream for all fiction writers and it’s almost surreal to think my characters might hit the screen.

Stay tuned as we look for funding for clean family films. With God, all things are possible. It would thrill me to see the story of the restoration of a family come to life, especially featuring a boy on the spectrum as a hero!

Daniel Borunda with his Screenplay based on Lake Surrender

Would anyone want to be the Old Testament prophet, Jeremiah?

I’ve recently been studying his life and it’s certainly not one of prestige, fame and popularity. No talk shows, book contracts or guest preaching gigs for him. Instead, Jeremiah, from a young man in his twenties, was chosen to call his people back to Jehovah, the true God of Judah. He didn’t see much success in his life, as is with many prophets. Some of his prophecies took decades to manifest. His calling was, in many eyes, grim.

But still he called out evil. A suburban boy from Anathoth, a town outside of Jerusalem, his mission was to speak to his fellow countrymen and tell them to stop worshipping false gods, and turn back to the God who graciously let them out of Egypt.

Oh yeah …Egypt. Remember Egypt…the parting of the Red Sea?

Sadly, his warnings fell on deaf ears. His fellow citizens continued on, trying to fit in with the current culture around them. “Go along to get along,” as they say. This man continued his exhortations. He tried to warn them they would be taken away to a foreign country if they didn’t change. It must have been lonely and exhausting for the weeping prophet. He didn’t see change. And still, the man persevered.

How many of us would have continued on? Year after year, his passionate message fell on apathetic ears as his fellow countrymen pursued other religions, in spite of King Josiah discovering the ancient scroll of the Law, buried from years of disuse. And still Jeremiah persisted.

I love this passage which sums up Jeremiah’s message. He compares Judah’s relationship to God as a marriage.

“I remember when you said, ‘I do:’ I remember when you said you loved me at our wedding …I brought you out of a wilderness and into a garden… out of a desert and into paradise …out of a hovel of poverty into a mansion of plenty…But you have polluted My land; you have defiled everything I have lovingly given you. I even provided you with a fountain of sparkling water, but you walked away from it. Instead you dug for yourself a cistern in the sand.” Jer. 2:1-13.

Sometimes I wonder if the ancient words of this prophet are reaching forward to describe the American church. Have we forgotten our first love?

Ladies: Fifty is not the end of your ministry. It very well may be the beginnings of something new.

Why would I say that? The world tells us that we need to go silently into those later years. Suddenly you hear whispers in your ears−

“You aren’t useful.”

 “Sit back, tend to your knitting and drink another cup of herbal tea.”

“You have a pot belly, crow’s feet and an outdated view of the world. Your insights into life are passé.”

I think we’ve all heard those little voices of self doubt. It’s at this point that I have to stand on my soapbox and object− “Wait a minute, world.” As Christians, if we pay attention we see God has always used women of all ages. Miriam, the sister of Moses, led the singers in praise music after crossing the Red Sea. Historians say she was in her eighties when she directed the choir.  And Sarah became pregnant and was given the tremendous gift of producing the beginnings of Jewish nation though her son, Isaac, at age ninety. (LOL, I’m not signing up for those midnight feedings but good for her). And let’s not forget Anna the prophetess who was 84 years old when Joseph and Mary brought Jesus into the temple in Jerusalem. Because of her godly walk with God she was one of the first to recognize and proclaim Jesus was the Messiah. Can you imagine the honor, the thrill, and the sense of history that rested on her shoulders to be able to announce Jesus to her fellow worshippers? What a moment to savor for this single woman who had no children.

In my life I’ve had vibrant women who were examples of fearless believers taking on new challenges past middle age. My mother-in-law, Dorothy Stratton, got her driver’s license, her GED and put herself through nursing school after age fifty. She saw her nursing position as a ministry. And, even while working, up to age seventy, she had a weekly Koinonia (fellowship) supper club and bible study at her home for local ladies. She used her later years to honor God and teach women to grow their faith.

Muriel Cook and her husband, Norm, served as missionaries in Taiwan until their girls were in high school. Upon returning to the states the two did marriage talks and she often spoke as the keynote speaker at women’s conferences. And in her eighties she still travelled across the globe to offer hope and inspiration to women. Back at home at Multnomah School of the Bible, where her husband was head of the missions department, she started a ministry of counseling women who were attending the school or their husbands were enrolled. The school offered her a desk in an out-of–the-way section of the college, possibly in a closet. This wildly popular counselor ended up seeing so many women who needed counseling that there was often a line to talk to her. The school soon offered her her own office. And from that ministry grew a wonderful book, Kitchen Table Counseling, which has been translated into several languages. Muriel accomplished all of these, long after her daughters had left the nest.

I, myself was a stay at home mom until started writing at age fifty. I’ve been fortunate to have several books published as well as about 600 articles. I’ve also had opportunities to speak.  It wasn’t easy. I had to spend time learning about the publishing world and taking speaker’s training. The road seemed uphill at times and I wanted to throw in the towel and tell the Lord I’m too old but God kept pushing and encouraging me.

So if you’re feeling washed up and useless, don’t be! God is always looking for those willing to share his good news. He is no respecter of age. Dear readers, be open to a new thing God might want to do in YOU. The future is exciting and the need is great.

by Tina Yeager

On a prayerful walk through a park with the Lord, I felt concerned about the woundedness and disconnection ravaging our world. Online work and social connections have replaced in-person fellowship as the new normal. We’ve grown so comfortable living through our virtual avatars; we now find it challenging to engage in authentic, personal communication. Face-to-face conversations can prove risky. Messy. Awkward.

Yet well-being depends upon human contact, not just digital communication. Elohim, a relational and triune God, created us for relationship. He did not design us to exist in emotional, spiritual, or physical isolation. Our physical, emotional, and spiritual wellness require us to connect and engage in person. We need to upcycle our broken fellowship practices.

I asked God what might draw us back into relationships and experience healing together. Images of upcycled crafts came to mind as ways to tangibly work through restoration while gathering together around a shared project. My answer came in the form of my new book, Upcycled: Crafted for a Purpose. My book serves as a tool to gather broken souls around healing messages and tangible experiences to deepen their impact. Experiences move learning across that immense space from mind to heart. Tangible projects root our growth into our hearts at a deeper level.

The Ultimate Salvager sees beyond our battered state and envisions our potential after the redesigning power of the Spirit transforms us. He makes all things better than new. Even worn and chippy folks like us. God offers us the gifts of human relationship and creative play as a superior remedies to our stress and need for engagement. We can renew together those places in our hearts that decay when neglected. We heal by connecting with the Spirit wrapped in the skin of our believer-friends. Renewal and growth occur in community. And relationships are based upon play.

As we laugh and play together in art projects, our hearts draw closer to one another.

Upcycled: Crafted for a Purpose serves as a multi-layered gift. The messages guide readers toward soul-restoration. Each chapter includes an illustrative craft to keep or share with another worn and broken heart. This book-present can ribbon us together in activities, wrap us in new life, and suggest ways to pour blessings forward onto others who need hope. When we pour out the renewing truth God shares with us, our inflow of joy increases.

With each craft, I suggest mission opportunities through which participants can donate the projects to hurting souls. Examples include domestic violence shelters, veteran organizations, or homeless ministries. Sharing the evidence of grace completes our renewal.

Readers can download a free Upcycled inspirational flip book template at upcycledbook.com. You’ll get step-by-step instructions to make a giftable, weekly inspirational flip book from old greeting cards. The pages are downloadable and printable.

Visit my website, https://tinayeager.com to access craft videos and Flourish-Meant podcast episodes. You can also book life-coaching sessions or hire me as a speaker for your next event. Check out my YouTube channel for additional videos and content at https://www.youtube.com/c/TinaYeager. Feel free to follow me on Instagram or Facebook.

Upcycled: Crafted for a Purpose is available on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/Upcycled-Crafted-Purpose-Tina-Yeager/dp/1946708828/ and at Bold Vision Books at https://www.boldvisionbooks.com/shop/upcycled

Well, friends it’s been a while. Did you miss me? I missed you all.

I have been busy writing Book 3 of the Lake Surrender series and finally finished the rough draft. People have asked me what comes next after the first draft. Let’s just say it’s a bit of a journey.

 My next project after finishing the first draft is re-reading the previous books, because believe it or not, a writer can’t remember all that they have written. (Remembering little details are important to keep facts straight).

After perusing my literary memory lane, I will go through the manuscript several times and edit it. I actually enjoy this process as I can add jewelry and accessories to the outfit (to coin a metaphor), and let it shine as I strengthen characters, sharpen dialogue, and insert more setting descriptions.

My next step is to send the manuscript to a paid independent editor who will comb through the story and rip it apart (Cue voluminous tears and an author meltdown -just ask my husband).

The next phase comes where I send my story out to beta readers. These are not editors but readers who will tell me if they like the characters and if the story works. While I am waiting for their response, I will be writing a multi-page book proposal to send to my editor.

And finally, if my publisher likes the story, he will offer a contract. At that point I will collapse on the floor with sheer exuberance and exhaustion as I sing the Hallelujah chorus.

And, that’s the path to publication. It’s a long go, but oh so worth it when you hold that baby book in your hand for the first time!

Note: For the month of November I will be on Celebration Lit’s blog tour.  It’s a fun way to get one’s book in front of more readers. Now the cool thing I wanted to share is that for those who leave comments on the blog have a possibility of winning a $50.00 Amazon gift card just in time for Christmas.  You can’t beat that.  Here’s the link to the tour:
https://www.celebratelit.com/deep-end-of-the-lake-celebration-tour/

I’m crossing my fingers one of you wins!

The following are videos featuring interviews with Carol Stratton. Enjoy!

Facebook:
Interview with Lauren Nicole at God Links TV

Click the link to view on Facebook, actual interview starts at 05:07.

https://fb.watch/uRlSHxP_GY

Podcast:
Carol Grace Stratton Celebrates the Beauty and Specialness of Children With Autism

December 5, 2022 • Tina Griffin

I remember the awful feeling of not fitting in on the first day of eighth grade. There I was, wearing a pleated wool plaid skirt and short gray socks. As I had been previously living in Mexico for six months (as an exchange student) I missed knowing the latest trend in junior high fashion was a navy blue skirt, and canvas shoes without socks! I had a miserable day. The memory is still painful and that’s why I am excited about our blog today.

Lauryn Griggs is young enough to remember tough times fitting in during middle and high school. This Belmont College student shares her struggles in fitting in at school and how she conquered her fears. I really really really hope my readers share her blog with a middle school or high school student. Lauryn really is wise beyond her age and I’m thrilled to have her today. Also, check out Lauryn’s book of poetry on Amazon, Walk by Faith.

Confidence at School

by Lauryn Griggs

Going to a new school can be intimidating. During middle school, establishing genuine friendships was difficult for me because I was still trying to figure out who I was on the inside. Middle school is the phase where many children establish their identity. I tried to change my speech and behavior because those years were my first experience in a predominantly Caucasian institution. I didn’t become buddies with many African American girls either. A few of them described me as being “too white” for listening to Taylor Swift. When I noticed that I couldn’t fit in with many people at school, I prayed for godly friends. During my tween years, I only went to church because my mom would bring me along with her. Fortunately, at the age of thirteen, I established a strong foundational faith with Jesus. I realized that I needed Him to live a purposeful life. God gave me a few people to talk to in eighth grade (of different races), but high school was a major breakthrough. I went from saying three words in a school day to laughing everyday in high school. The Lord turned my mourning into joy.

Hence, you can’t always act on your current emotions. Walking by faith and not by sight is a necessity in life. I remember being nervous about going to ninth grade. I told my mom about being scared of change. She chuckled to herself and told me, “There will always be change in life. Your personality, body, friends, opinions, and other things about you might change. As long as you keep a foundational faith in Christ, you will continue to excel during changing seasons”. After that conversation, I still felt nervous. However, I chose to declare that I would be confident and have a great first day of high school. As I continued to speak positive affirmations, I believed my words more and acted on them. I meditated on Isaiah 41:10 which says “Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be discouraged, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you. I will hold you up with my victorious right hand”.

As I walked down the school hallway, I trusted God to help me throughout the day. Some students laughed because I asked them for directions, but other peers and teachers were polite. I developed friendships and gained associates by joining the track team and the Future Business Leaders of America organization at my school. I pray that my transparency motivates you to celebrate change. Even when your current emotions and thoughts are contrary to your faith, confess confidence over yourself and act with the strength of the Lord.

It is strongly recommended that you join clubs of your interest. Not only do these organizations look good on resumes and college applications, but these clubs will help you establish healthy friendships as well. Furthermore, I encourage you to step away from the clique mindset. You don’t have to hang around solely with band members because you are in the band. It might be fun to engage in conversation with someone new.

Maybe, you are like me and have unique interests. For instance, I have a strong interest in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Similarly, I know young men who enjoy writing poetry and painting. Isn’t it fantastic that God created each person with different characteristics?

During my junior year of high school, I started to mix prints in my outfits. For example, I would wear a yellow plaid skirt with a red leopard skirt. I walked down the school hallway confidently with my shoulders back and chin up. Walking around the house with a book on my head was well worth the result (Haha!). I ignored the snickers and questions such as “Why aren’t you dressed like a normal person?”.  As long as I was adhering to the dress code and representing myself with grace, I could wear what I wanted. The Bible verse that gave me motivation in this situation was Hebrews 10:35 “Do not throw away your confidence; it will be richly rewarded. That scripture came true for me because I was rewarded with the senior superlative, ‘most unique’.

Freshman year of college was a whole new ball game for me. I was tempted to engage in activities that were against my faith because I wanted to be adventurous. Thankfully, I continued to listen to genuine Bible sermons everyday and remind myself of my identity in Jesus Christ. Scripture says that the Lord won’t allow you to be tempted beyond your ability. He’ll provide a way out of temptation so that you’ll be able to endure it. Although my first college year had some challenges, I became a stronger person. James 1:2-5 reads, “Consider it nothing but joy, my brothers and sisters whenever you fall into various trials, Be assured that the testing of your faith [through experience] produces endurance [leading to spiritual maturity and inner peace]. And let endurance love its perfect result and do a thorough work, so that you may be perfect and completely developed [in your faith], lacking in nothing”.

As we continue to grow from glory to glory, by the Spirit of the Lord (2 Corinthians 3:18) I encourage us to daily ask God for grace to fulfill His purpose and plan for our lives. Enjoy the journey because it is truly amazing.

Be Anxious for Nothing

by Lauryn Griggs

Positive affirmations,
Taking control of my thinking, is what I did
To no longer feel weakened.
Vocalizing my opinion,
Cus some things aren’t right,

I live for God and me.
Anxiety must flee,
Was part of my history,
Now I have victory!

No doctor can diagnose,
Who Jesus has covered.
They’ll look at the facts and notes,
He’s the truth that I’ve discovered,
Who I go to each day,
To cast my cares.
What I’m trying to say,
Is my life will never be the same.
It’s not a strict religion,
I’m faithful in Jesus name,
Don’t say it in vain!

You can’t understand with intellect,
Mere man can’t interpret,
What’s under the surface.
God gives me the confidence,
The boldness and words.
His love is undeserved, but He showed mercy.
Said those who love Him genuinely,
He’ll sustain through highs and lows.
We end war in victory,
That’s the story He foretold.

Happy Christmas in July! Welcome to the 8th blog in this Christmas in July Reader Giveaway, which runs July 12-23, 2021. At the bottom of each author’s blog post, you will find the secret words. Write them all down and provide the provide the entire answer on this Google form.

Note: You must grab all the secret words from every author in the Christmas in July Reader Giveaway to be eligible to win a $400 Amazon gift card. At the end of this blog post is a link to the next blog, and so on, to the final blog post (18 in all). At each blog stop, the author will also give away copy or copies of their featured Christmas book.

-The Littlest Bell Ringer, a middle grade novel-

Let me introduce you to Cassie. She’s in fifth grade, is the new girl in town and stutters.

Moving from North Carolina to Michigan was hard enough if her dad was around. Sadly, he’d stepped on a hidden land mine in Afghanistan and his legs blew off, sending him back to a hospital in the states. He would send her letters but the rehab institution where he stayed was across the country and her mom had no extra money in the budget for trips.

 Instead Mom works all the time. Her grandfather and grandmother, Opa and Oma, (Dutch for grandfather and grandmother) try to help her break in to New Netherland’s fifth grade class but when you are a stutter you’re guaranteed to be made fun of at school.

Luckily, when Cassie meets Louise Marie, she sees her school life start to turn around. Even one friend can make the difference.

But it wasn’t until Cassie decided to be a Salvation Army Red Kettle Bell Ringer like her grandmother that Cassie discovers a secret. Not just any old secret but a big big secret that will change her life forever.

My story has themes of bullying, overcoming loneliness, and the determination to do the right thing. It’s aimed at third through fifth graders but adults have also enjoyed the story.

Now, it’s time to for the secret word: Welcome

Save the secret word, and when you reach the final blog, enter all the secret words on this form for a chance to win a $400 Amazon gift card!

Thank you so much for visiting! The next author on the tour is Terri Reed and her Christmas book Murder Under the Mistletoe. You can find it at this link. Remember, this Christmas in July Reader Giveaway will end on July 23 at 8 PM EST!

When I think of summer, I think of ice tea, a screened-in porch and an entertaining book in hand.And what better reading material to kick back and read on a lazy afternoon than a collection of sweet romances. I’m excited to introduce the Always a Wedding Planner collection of stories. This book is hot off the press and ready to slip into your hands as you take some well deserved chill time. Hope you enjoy all the author interviews and their thoughts on writing. It’s a unique group!

Well ladies, I have some questions for all you about the writing life. First of all tell me how you became a writer.

Toni Shiloh: I took some creative writing classes while earning my bachelor’s degree and I caught the bug!

RL Ashly: In fifth grade, I was standing in the hallway of my elementary school and deep in conversation with my classmates. We were discussing writing and I told them that someday I would be a writer. That was my initial decision, but it would take a while and a bit of education before I could pursue a writing career.

Leeann Betts: I’m that kid in class who, when the teacher said, “Write a one-page story”, I wrote two or three pages, edge of paper to edge of paper. I loved telling stories. My parents called them ‘fibs’. In more recent years, I wondered if I had at least one book inside me that needed outing. So I sat down and tried. Messed up. Tried again. Finally, with the support of my husband who supported me and cheered me on, I finished the book, then went on to write many more.

Davalynn Spencer: I wrote my first story as an assignment from my sixth-grade teacher. That was all it took.

What is the most important thing God has taught you through your writing?

TS: That I can’t do this alone. I’ve been blessed with great critique partners, beta readers, readers overall. And of course a lot of other people who have helped in various ways.

RA: Persistence

LB: That He is the One who does the writing – all I do is transcribe the story. Before I write, I pray that I would do my part faithfully.

DS: My purpose is to proclaim Him and His faithfulness. Regardless of what happens in a character’s life or my own. 

Writing has a lot of rejection. How do you deal with it?

TS: Chocolate! Lol, honestly I usually whine to my bff and pray. And maybe eat a piece of chocolate or two.

RA: Rejection or a closed door? The older I get, the more I understand a ‘no’ as not the right opportunity for me. A ‘no’ can certainly protect us from a frustrating situation that we might not understand at the time. That being said, rejection is hard. A strategy I find helpful is to let myself be discouraged, angry, or frustrated for a limited time period. All emotions need to be processed before I go to bed. Tomorrow is a new day, new adventures. I am a human and need to process like everyone else. But I have found setting time limits is healthy for me.

LB: Being a writer is much like being a follower of Jesus—there are people who love the story, and there are those who just don’t get it. In both cases, I just remind myself that they aren’t rejecting me—they are rejecting the Living Savior.

DS: Rejection can deteriorate into dejection if we allow it. Remembering that Christ too was rejected helps ease the sting. But so does remembering to keep going. Keep doing. Keep writing. Quitting is the enemy of obedience.

Who is your support for writing? Family? Writing group?

TS: My husband definitely supports me and then I have my circle of writing friends. They’ve been along for the majority of my writing career and have helped me become better with each book.

RA: Definitely my critique group. Leeann Betts is the leader, and the entire group are great cheerleaders. 

LB: My husband is a huge support, as are my critique group, my writing friends, and my readers. I love hearing from readers, and always respond.

DS: I have many author friends and I enjoy spending time with them sharing commons struggles and victories.

Who are some of your favorite authors (either secular or Christian)?

TS: There are too many to name! I love all books by Sarah Monzon, Jaycee Weaver, Andrea Boyd, Becky Wade, Melissa Tagg, Ronie Kendig, Lynn Blackburn, etc.

RA: My biggest addiction is reading. I read whatever I can get my hands on including the cereal box. If I cannot read, then I will listen to an audio book. It is impossible to pick a favorite author. Everything from Socrates and Plato to Jane Austen and every contemporary writer on the planet right now. 

LB: Agatha Christie, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle.

DS: C.S. Lewis, Tamera Alexander, Laura Frantz, Louis L’Amour.

Do you have a favorite routine for writing?

TS: I put on my playlist that I create for each book then write. 🙂 

RA: Rather than climb the walls in my house, I sit in parking lots and write my novels. Open space parks are nice too. Now that things are returning to more of a normal situation, it is easier for me to write at home. I keep my tablet and notepad in a bag for easy access. I haul that thing around everywhere I go. Then if a great idea pops into my head, I can jot it down on paper or electronically.

I do not really have a routine. Between work and chasing grandbabies, I need to write on the go. This way of writing would drive most people nuts. But it is the only way I can get things done. I catch a little bit of time on my lunch break, and before and after work.   

LB: No routine, apart from praying to faithfully transcribe. I wish I could have something, like music, or candles. But I don’t.

DS: I sit down at my computer with a cup of coffee and jump right in. During the colder months of the year, I sit by the fire in my rocker and write on my laptop. With  coffee close by.

Tell us about your most recent book. What inspired you?

TS: I actually just kind of brainstormed and let the character develop in my mind. 🙂

RA: Hemmed In is a story about a seamstress and a firefighter. As a professional seamstress, my world revolves around sewing.  It was a natural choice to make the lead character a seamstress. My late uncles and aunts were the inspiration behind the story. My uncles stepped up to the plate, married my aunties, and became fathers to my cousins. They treated them as their own. The word ‘step’ did not refer to people. The only ‘step’ in their vocabularies were the ones outside leading to the front door. That left a lasting impression upon me.  

LB: Worst-Kept Secret, my contribution to this collection, came as the result of a brainstorming session with my late writing friend, Darlene Franklin. We were coming up with ideas for collections. We started with “Always a Bridesmaid” then thought, “nah, that’s been done to death”. So “Always a Wedding Planner” came out, contemporary, which was a change, since the other collections were all historical. To create the heroine, I made her a lot like me. Introverted, afraid to disappoint, wanting to please.

DS: A Change of Scenery, Book 4 in the Canon City Chronicles series, focuses on the third generation of the Hutton family in 1911. Canon City was an early Hollywood, hosting movie makers of the silver screen. When I was a reporter for the newspaper in Canon City, I often visited the local History Center and Museum for stories from the past. Discovering so much intriguing movie history from this area led me to create characters around actual events and bring them to life in my Western-romance series.

Anything else you’d like to tell my readers?

TS: I hope you enjoy Always a Wedding Planner!

 RA: I have a cat named Messy. She is better than any alarm clock. Woe to the human who does not get out of bed on time and put food in the dish.

LB: I am a Canadian by birth, American by choice (naturalized), and a patriot to my core.

DS: Nope, that’s it.

Thank you ladies for visiting my website and sharing your writing journey. I’ve posted more information about the writers below. And remember to check out  Always A Wedding Planner!

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TONI SHILOH is a wife, mom, and Christian fiction writer. Once she understood the powerful saving grace thanks to the love of Christ, she was moved to honor her Savior. She writes to bring Him glory and to learn more about His goodness.

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