Blog Posts by Laurie McClure

Why Is Bible Study Important for Women?

Friends, we want to know, love, and serve God with all of our hearts. We want to hear His voice and walk in step with Him. We want to endure ...

10 Tips for Studying Your Bible

Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path. — Psalm 119:105 Studying the Bible will help us every day of our lives. You want ...

Should Christians Study the Enneagram?

What is the Enneagram? Before we ask such a big “should” question, let’s talk about what it actually is. You probably already know this, but the Enneagram is a personality ...

Journal Through the Gospels During Easter

Lent is a time of meditation on the sacrifice Jesus made for us at Easter. Maybe it’s a season you haven’t given much time or attention to in the past, ...

Preparing for Lent

Editor’s note: While the tradition of Lent and fasting (or giving something up) is not traditional for most evangelical Christians, there is a growing interest among many believers to use ...

Books to Give to Sports Fans and Athletes

Calling all sports fans! Who ever said sports lovers aren't bookworms too? Not us! We've gathered books from some favorite sports heroes just for you! Football, baseball, basketball, golf, everything ...

DIY Gift Ideas for Everyone on Your List

You don't have to spend a bundle to put a thoughtful gift bundle together! Are you looking for gift ideas and inspiration? DIY gifts are fabulous for everyone because they’re ...

Gift Pairing Ideas for Everyone on Your List

Hey, friends! Everyone is looking for the best, most creative gifts to give. We're also looking for gifts that don't break the bank, right? Don’t forget books! Books make wonderful ...

Grow in Your Faith This Year

There is a sign by a grocery store that reads, "It's Thankful Season". It's a great sentiment, but for believers gratitude for God's goodness isn't bound to leaf-peeping season. We're ...

Gratitude - Forget your troubles; come on, get grateful!

thank you, gracias, danke, merci, grazie Too often we save our deep thinking about gratitude for November just before Thanksgiving. But, every day is the right time to remember our blessings, ...

Praying Through Cancer Bundle

Helping Each Other by Praying Through Cancer A cancer diagnosis can shake even the strongest Jesus-follower to the core. In crisis, we need support and care, encouragement and the strong ...

Healing from Grief and Trauma

Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted. — Matthew 5:4 Loss and Grief Grief comes to all of us. Everyone goes through pain, difficulty, trauma, accidents, and losses ...

Fiction Friday: Lauren K. Denton

Editor’s Note: It’s that time again! Are you ready for a new pile of books? We are! Here are some great fiction reads for this fall from one of our favorite fiction ...

One Day at a Time… with Jesus: You Can Recover from Addiction

Books About Recovery from Addiction  There’s nothing new about addiction. It doesn’t even matter what the substance is. We Christians are both saints (Romans 1:7, Colossians 1:2) and sinners saved ...

Devotional Books for Kids: Growing in Hope, Walking in Faith

One generation shall praise Your works to another, and shall declare Your mighty works. – Psalm 145:4 NKJV  You read devotional books and you love them. You gift them. You stack ...

You're Invited to The 28-Day Prayer Journey Online Bible Study

Your Father knows what you need before you ask Him. — Matthew 6:8 Have you ever felt that Heaven has shut the door on you? Have you ever thought, God ...

Free Resources

Free Christmas Bible Study!

Free Christmas Bible Study!

Advent isn't just about waiting... let's get ready for Christmas with a fresh sense of anticipation! Join this short 4-week study and get access to 4 study videos with Christine Caine and Lisa Harper and other Advent resources - all free when you sign up! Study starts 12/2.