Donna Rhodes

Donna Rhodes is a public speaker with a passion for telling people what God has done in her life, including delivering her from a cult. She is a Certified Christian Life Coach and has written for her local newspaper. She has produced material for Bible Studies and has been on staff mentoring women with Florence Littauer’s C.L.A.S.S (Christian Leaders Authors and Speakers Services). Read Donna's devotions.

Linda Rondeau

Linda Rondeau is a wife, mother, grandmother, writer, dramatist, and sometimes speaker. A twenty-five year veteran of human services, she resides in Northern New York with her husband of thirty-two years. Writing credits include Christian Fiction On-line, Adams Media anthologies, Focus on the Family, and Kid’s Ark Magazine. She contributes a spiritual life issues column for her local newspaper, This Daily Grind. More of her writings can be viewed on her website: www.lindarondeau.com. Write to her at lrondeau@westelcom.
Read Linda's devotions.

John A. Friedman

His love of writing survived the legal writing classes taught in law school where they specialized in teaching him to write page-long sentences that made little sense except to other lawyers. John lives in Chicago running a rigid container distribution business, Northern Container. He lives near Lake Michigan and often finds himself swimming upstream.

Yulia Bagwell

Yulia Bagwell is a new writer from Ukraine who now lives with her husband Jesse in Pennsylvania. She obtained her Masters degree from Eastern Seminary in Wynnewood, Pennsylvania. Yulia’s work has been published in The Upper Room, The Secret Place, and Guideposts. She also translates for the Russian edition of Vital Signs Ministries and The Upper Room.

Ginny Dent Brant

Ginny Dent Brant is an educator, counselor, writer, soloist, Christian speaker and Bible study teacher. Ginny was a contributing author for The Chosen Path: 365 Inspirational Messages and has written articles for The Baptist Courier in South Carolina. She has done mission work in Romania, Yemen, Gaza, the Czech Republic, and China. Her first book about her relationship with her father, Harry Dent, and their journey from the White House to world missions will be released in 2011. Ginny and her husband, Alton, live in Clemson, SC and have three sons.
Read Ginny's devotions.

Dina Sleiman

Dina Sleiman holds a MA in Professional Writing from Regent University and a BA in Communications with a minor in English from Oral Roberts University. Following her graduate studies, Dina took additional creative writing classes through Old Dominion University's MFA program. Over the past fourteen years, Dina has taught college writing and literature, as well as high school and elementary classes in English, Humanities, History, and Fine Arts. Her poetry has been published in a number of anthologies. Dina has also written songs, video scripts, and plays, which have been produced and distributed nationally as well as locally.

Donn Taylor

Donn Taylor led an Infantry rifle platoon in the Korean War, served with Army aviation in Vietnam, and worked with air reconnaissance in Europe and Asia. Afterwards, he completed a PhD degree at The University of Texas and taught English literature at two liberal arts colleges.
He and his wife live near Houston, Texas, where he writes fiction, poetry, and articles on current topics.Read Donn's poetry.

Curt & Marybeth Whalen

Marybeth Whalen is a speaker and contributing writer for Proverbs 31 Ministries. The author of “For the Write Reason” and “The Reason We Speak,” Marybeth has also written for Parent Life, Money Matters newsletter, The Old Schoolhouse, Hearts at Home magazine, and Homeschooling Today. She and Curt are the parents of six children (which has taught them much about how to stretch a dollar!) Visit her website at www.marybethwhalen.com.

Curt Whalen is a trained financial counselor through Crown Financial Concepts and helps couples learn to create budgets, solve financial problems, and communicate more effectively about money. He has written articles for TEACH Magazine, Money Matters Newsletter, and has contributed to books by authors Lysa TerKeurst and Melanie Chitwood. Visit their website at www.marybethandcurt.blogspot.com.

Jean Jenkins

Jean Jenkins is a freelance writer, Bible study leader and part-time archivist. A member of the Southern Tier Christian Writers’ Fellowship, she enjoys helping others apply the Bible to everyday life. She lives in Binghamton, NY, with her husband, three sons and one cat.

Marilyn Nutter

Marilyn Nutter is the author of three devotional books: Dressed up Moms’ Devotions to Go, Tea Lovers’ Devotions to Go, and Diva Delights Devotions to Go. She and her husband are new residents of the Charlotte, NC area. Marilyn enjoys speaking to women’s groups about discovery extraordinary treasures in ordinary days. Visit her website at www.marilynnutter.com. Read Marilyn's devotions.

Afrim Karoshi

Afrim Karoshi and his wife are missionaries with Campus Crusade for Christ in Albania. They grew up in atheistic Communist country until freedom came in 1991. With the freedom came the possibility to know the truth of God. Afrim has written for newspapers in Albania and for Albania CCC magazines. He is pursuing his Master’s degree at Dallas Theological Seminary. Upon completion of his degree he’ll return to the work in Albania. He has two children: Joel and Joana.

DiAnn Mills

DiAnn Mills has over forty books in print and has sold a million and a half copies. DiAnn believes her readers should “Expect an Adventure.”Six of her anthologies have appeared on the CBA Best Seller List. Three of her books have won the distinction of Best Historical of the Year by Heartsong Presents. Five of her books have won placements through American Christian Fiction Writer’s Book of the Year Awards 2003 – 2008, and she is the recipient of the Inspirational Reader’s Choice award for 2005 and 2007. She was a Christy Awards finalist in 2008. DiAnn is a founding board member for American Christian Fiction Writers, a member of Inspirational Writers Alive, Romance Writers of America’s Faith, Hope and Love, and Advanced Writers and Speakers Association. She speaks to various groups and teaches writing workshops around the country. DiAnn is also a mentor for Jerry B. Jenkins Christian Writer’s Guild. She lives in sunny Houston, Texas. DiAnn and her husband have four adult sons.

Susan A. J. Lyttek

Susan Lyttek writes early in the morning from the D.C. suburbs before the day calls her to homeschool her two boys, coach writing online, and attempt to minimize household chaos. She has sold everything from plays to interviews to short stories and greeting cards.
Read Susan's devotions.

Colleen Luntzel

Colleen lives in the Appalachian Mountains of Western North Carolina with her husband of thirty two years and their youngest of five children.

Barbara Wunderlich

Barbara Wunderlich answered God's call and has spent over thirty years as a librarian, inspiring children to read. Through her students, their parents and her own family, she has seen God work in mysterious ways, through good as well as difficult circumstances. As a writer, she seeks to encourage others to put their trust in God and His faithfulness.

Dawn King

Dawn King is freelance writer and a mom of seven. She is active in her local church and enjoys praying, reading, writing, and cooking. Her heart is to bring glory to the Lord and draw people to Him through His work in her life. Dawn is currently working on a Biblical historical novel.

Dana Rongione

Dana Rongione is a full-time Christian freelance writer and writing coach. She is the author of numerous devotions, articles, stories, songs, poems, and books. Dana is the creator of “Creating a World of Your Own: Your Guide to Writing Fiction,” an 8-week e-class designed to educate and inspire beginning writers. Her devotional site, “A Word Fitly Spoken,” is intended to uplift and encourage believers in all walks of life.

Pat Moyer

Pat is a freelance writer wife, mother and grandmother and and photographer residing in Pottstown, PA. She is a lifetime member of The Garden Club Federation of Pennsylvania and a lifetime member of National Garden Clubs, Inc. She is past president of the Pottstown Area Garden Club and a C.L.A.S.S. trained speaker. She has been an inspirational speaker for Bible studies, women’s groups, retirement groups, conferences, holiday teas and luncheons. She is currently a member of the teaching team for an adult ladies' Sunday School class. Pat has worked in many areas of church ministry and has served as Director of primary dept. for D.V.B.S., primary dept. Sunday School teacher, Camp Cherith camp counselor, and co-chair for the E.B.C. Women’s Conference.You can reach Pat by e-mail at patricia.moyer @yahoo.com. You may visit her web site at www.patmoyer-treasure.net and her blog at www.thegardenwayfarer.blogspot.com.

Read Pat's devotions

Joni Lamb

Joni Lamb is co-founder and vice president, along with her husband, President and CEO Marcus Lamb, of Daystar Television Network, the fastest growing Christian network in the world. She is executive producer and host of “JONI,” a talk show addressing relevant Godly issues for today’s complex problems, and co-hosts “Celebration” with Marcus. She released her debut book, “Surrender All,” in late 2008. In addition, she is full-time wife to Marcus and mom to three children, which she considers her foremost and greatest accomplishment.

Tina Givens

Tina Givens has a passion for encouraging people through her writing and singing. In addition to writing devotional pieces, Tina writes articles and advertising copy as marketing manager for NRB Network, a Christian educational and informational television channel seen nationwide on DIRECTV. Tina lives in Jacksonville, Florida, where she sings with the group Deliberate Praise and is a member of First Coast Christian Writers.

Faye Landrum

Faye Landrum is a retired RN and has been a freelance writer since 1996. Her work has been published in more than 300 Christian and secular publications for children and adults. She is also the author of six books. Her latest books include the following: Maggots, Miracles and Me relates how God’s little creatures saved a woman’s life; Moments of Comfort is sixty devotionals to help those who have lost a loved one; The Final Mile is a book to help caregivers. Faye may be contacted at www.fayeland.org.Read Faye's devotions.

Patty Mason

Patty Mason is an author, speaker, and Bible teacher. Her award-wining book and Bible study, For the Love of the Bride, has touched and changed the lives of many. She is also the author of the Bible study, Know That I AM God: Experiencing the Presence of God in your Every Life; and the devotional, God’s Heart: Drawing Close to the Heart of God.
Patty is the founder of Liberty in Christ Ministries, offering hope and healing to women of all ages. She is also a member of Sisters on Assignment, reaching women in 170 countries around the world through Chrisitan.tv and Blog Radio.

Judy Howard

Since 1976, Judy Howard has owned and operated Buckboard Antiques and Quilts in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Her love of quilts developed while taking a class from nationally renowned fiber artist Terrie Mangat. Judy became a charter member of the Oklahoma Quilt Guild, and antique quilts became her specialty. Her stories of quilting through the depression have been Awarded First Place by the regional Oklahoma Writers Federation Inc. Visit her at http://www.heavenlypatchwork.com/.

Aundrea Gravell

Aundrea Gravell lives in Jonesborough, TN - known as the Storytelling Capital of the World - with her husband and their 2 dogs. She is a Registered Respiratory Therapist with a degree in Health Care Administration. In her spare time, she teaches community Bible studies, speaks at women’s conferences and holds weekend retreats. She loves to write and travel with her family. Aundrea attends Cornerstone Church in Johnson City, TN where it’s not just church as usual.

Fran Fernandez

Fran Fernandez is a pastor, teacher, speaker and writer who believes every woman is created for God and will never be totally satisfied with ordinary living. Her sixty devotional book, The Best Is Yet To Come, recently released by Zondervan will help women find the God-promised passionate relationship with Jesus. Available through Amazon.com, Barnes & Nobles, or Pop496@aol.com

David Stearman

David Stearman is a novelist, recording artist, and missionary to various European, Asian, and Latin American countries. His stories describe the remote corners of the world and the people who inhabit them as only a physical and cultural eyewitness can. He travels extensively within US borders as well, offering encouragement to the believers in numerous and diverse churches. When home, he and his wife Diane reside in Louisville, KY.

Yvonne Lehman

Yvonne Lehman lives in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains in western North Carolina where she and her husband raised four children, now grown.

She is an award-winning, best-selling author of 40 novels and director of the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference. In each of her novels, Yvonne tries to present one significant ingredient—hope. She has a southern upbringing and many of her novel settings are in the mountains where she's lived for the past 25 years. Many of her novels reflect her unique sense of humor.

Virelle Kidder

For over twenty-five years Virelle Kidder has been writing and speaking about the love of God. She is funny, transparent, highly relatable and solidly biblical. A full time writer and conference speaker, Virelle once hosted her own daily radio talk show in New York's capital district. Virelle served for many years as a contributing writer for Today's Christian Woman and enjoys being a mentor with the Jerry B. Jenkins Christian Writer's Guild. She is widely published in national magazines such as Moody Magazine, Focus on the Family's Pastor's Family, Decision, Pray!, Journey, HomeLife, Tapestry and others, as well as many collected works. Her articles have been reprinted around the world in multiple languages.Virelle and her husband, Steve, have four grown children and eight grandchildren and love their new life in Sebastian, Florida.

Jennifer Landsberger

Jennifer Landsberger was an Engineering Laboratory Technician (nuclear chemist) in the U.S. Navy. She’s a member of the American Christian Fiction Writers . She has completed one book and is working on her second. Jennifer enjoys writing devotionals, articles, and short stories.

David E. Fessenden

David E. Fessenden is managing editor for CLC Publications, the U.S. publishing house for CLC Ministries International (formerly Christian Literature Crusade). Dave has a B.A. in journalism, an M.A. in religion, and over 25 years of experience in writing and editing. He launched an editorial consulting business after 12 years on the staff of Christian Publications, Inc., the majority of that time as managing editor. Dave served on the communications staff of Elim Bible Institute and was editor of a regional edition of the largest Protestant weekly newspaper in the country. Dave has published four books, three non-fiction and one fiction. He has also produced study guides for two titles by A.W. Tozer, written hundreds of newspaper and magazine articles, and edited numerous books. He is a regular columnist for /Cross & Quill/, a Christian writers newsletter, and a frequent speaker at writers’ conferences. His teaching and speaking experience includes industrial training programs, college-level continuing education seminars, and professional writing workshops. Dave and his wife, Jacque, have two adult sons.

Marilyn Turk

Marilyn, a career saleswoman, has recently begun her writing career, even though she received her B. A. in Journalism from LSU thirty years ago. She has been published in The Upper Room and Focus on the Family Clubhouse Jr. Magazine, and is working on her first historical fiction novel. She hopes her writing will inspire and encourage. She and her husband Chuck live in Niceville, Florida, where, among other church activities, they sing in the church choirs and teach Sunday School.

Lynn Nester

Lynn Nester enjoys writing about God’s presence in her everyday life. She earned her BS in Business Administration from the University of Tennessee and MRE-Adult Education from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. She lives with her husband of 25 years in Marietta, GA—the town where she was born.

Mary Annslee Urban

Mary Annslee Urban writes is a freelance writer for several newspapers in her area and has had articles published in magazines as well as online publications. A North Carolina resident, Mary and her husband have five children.

M. J. Corrales

M. J. Corrales has been writing for many years with a concentration in Biblical studies and devotionals. She can be contacted through her website www.TheGloryFoundation.com or by email to director@thegloryfoundation.com.

Edie Melson

Edie Melson is a writer whose passion can be summed up in three words—Speak the Truth. She loves digging in and finding out what’s relevant to her readers, whether the medium is fiction or non-fiction. Married 28 years, with 3 sons, she knows the world is constantly changing and often finds herself on the cutting edge of that process. As a freelance writer, speaker and editor with over 14 years experience, her byline has appeared in several national magazines and top websites, including Focus on the Family and Crosswalk.com. She currently works as Managing Editor for Centered Magazine, an online men’s collegiate magazine.

Steve Badaracco

Steve Badaracco is a freelance writer and speaker with a passion for personal revival and world missions.

He is a spokesman for the “Minutemen” movement—a grassroots effort calling Americans everywhere to 1 minute of daily prayer for revival. For information on how you can become a Minuteman, see http://www.ivanpanin.org/minutemen .

Steve lives in rural Cecil County, Maryland with his adorable wife, two younger daughters, and three cats. Read Steve's devotions.

Pamela Klopfenstein

Pamela Klopfenstein is a freelance writer and has had articles published in magazines as well as online. She started writing shortly after the death of her four-year-old son, Jonathan, who was disabled, passed away. “My Heart Will Forever Go On,” can be purchased at amazon.com or any other online bookstore. Pam enjoys writing about God and true to life experiences. She is a nurse by profession, an adoptive parent, and resides in Ohio with her husband Kurt, and their four children, Jeremy, Matthew, “Da’oshia,” (adopted) and Dalaquan.

Read Pam's devotions.

Sarah Lynn Phillips

Sarah Lynn Phillips, and her husband Barry, live in northeastern Pennsylvania and have been married for thirty years. They have three daughters. Sarah is a freelance writer and the editor of The Women’s LINK, a seasonal newsletter for the women in her church and community. She enjoys homemaking, reading, and quilting.Read Sarah's devotions.

Dalen Keys

Dalen Keys proclaimed firmly that he would never write a children’s picture and certainly nothing about quilting. But, God had other intensions. His first book, a children’s picture book titled Just A Quilt? was published in February 2009. Dalen thrives in the creativity environment of science and technology and he loves being a technology manager at DuPont. He lives in Landenberg, PA with his quilter wife who often smirks as they travel quilting events that he has scheduled. They have three children, one grandchild, three dogs and far too much fabric around the house. Dalen can be contacted at dkeystone@comcast.net

Barbara "Annie" Beyer

Barbara ‘Annie’ Beyer was born and raised in the ‘Motor City’ where life happened at a very fast pace. Five years ago she and her husband moved to Florida. Barbara is the mother of five wonderful children and ten grandchildren. Tucked away in her secret place of expression are her paintings of home and family. Her work includes nearly one hundred songs she has composed, along with inspirational poems. Her desire is to be used by God to encourage and edify others no matter what the task.
Read Barbara's devotions.

Catherine Painter

Catherine Painter is author of the twelve-week Bible study, So, You're a Christian! Now What? published by Hensley Publishing, Tulsa, OK.

She is a columnist for Biblical Recorder, a state religious journal and she writes Sunday School curricula for LifeWay Resources, Nashville. Visit her on the web at www.catherinepainterministries.com

Michelle Sherlin

Michelle is a Registered Nurse and Educator developing health career awareness programs and conducting workshops and conferences for high school students. She is a writer and speaker and is a leader in the women’s ministry at her church where she serves as the Missions liaison. She lives in Massachusetts with her husband and three young children.

Joan Garver

Joan Graver, a part-time freelance writer for last 18 years, recently retired from her 30 year job as a Dental office manager. She has written for several area newspapers and some denominational magazines, and was the associate editor for a local Christian magazine. Joan is married to Al for 47 years and has 2 sons, 2 grandchildren, and a little Bishon (Beauregard) who rules our lives!

Cindy Schick

Cindy Schick is a mom, a Sunday School teacher, and a freelance writer. She makes her home in Clyde, North Carolina with her husband and three children.

Joe Morris

Joe Morris is married to Kim. They have 2 children and reside in Platte City, Missouri. Joe has been published in The Family Journal. He serves as treasurer, assistant Sunday school superintendant and assistant adult Sunday school teacher in his church.

Gene Jennings

Gene Jennings is currently serving as Associate Pastor at TrueNorth Church in North Augusta, SC, Gene has traveled as a missionary and speaker all over the world, including Australia, Tanzania, Mexico, Costa Rica, and Guatemala. He is a graduate of the University of South Carolina-Aiken and Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Gene’s book, Laughing with Sarah, is available in stores now.

Becky Hillman

Becky Hillman is a freelance writer living in Tennessee. She is married to a wonderfully supportive husband and they have 3 boys. She writes devotionals, articles, and Bible studies. She enjoys outdoor activities with her family and friends, especially whitewater rafting. Before becoming a full time mom, she worked as an exercise specialist and a special education teacher. Her passion is sharing God's word with others, so Christ can open their hearts for life changing experiences.

Shelly Beach

Shelly Beach writes both fiction and nonfiction and was a recipient of a 2008 Christy Award for her contemporary Christian novel Hallie’s Heart (Kregel Publications). Her first caregiving book, Precious Lord, Take My Hand: Meditations for Caregivers (Discovery House Publishers), was a 2008 finalist for the Evangelical Press Association Award in the Gift and Inspirational category. Shelly’s most recent caregiving release, Ambushed by Grace: Help, Hope, and Heart Transformation on the Caregiving Journey, is also available through Discovery House Publishers at www.dhp.org.

Shelly is co-founder of the Cedar Falls Christian Writers’ Workshop in Cedar Falls, Iowa, as well as the Breathe Christian Writers’ Workshop in Grand Haven, Michigan. She speaks across the country at conferences, retreats, seminars, churches, in educational and health settings, and for Stonecroft Ministries. Visit her blog and website at www.shellybeachonline.wordpress.com
and www.shellybeachonline.com for more information about upcoming fiction and nonfiction releases, as well as booking information.

Jacki Price-Linnartz

Jacki Price-Linnartz graduated in 2009 with a Master of Theology from Duke Divinity School. Jacki is happily married to her husband, Isaac Linnartz, and they live in Durham, North Carolina, where they attend Resurrection United Methodist Church. Her interests include theology, the arts, psychology, and social justice, and she seeks to incorporate these into her ministry.

Kelli Reagan

Kelli Regan passionately shares her message of Christ with others through writing, leading a Bible study, prison ministry and one-on-one encounters. She and her husband reside in Bucks County, PA with their two children where she’s a self-employed writer and graphic designer. Visit her blog at www.awesomegodordinarygirl.blogspot.com.

Mindy Ferguson

Mindy founded Fruitful Word Ministries in 2003. She is an author of women’s Bible studies and speaks nationally at women's conferences and events. Her writings have appeared in the P31 Woman magazine, Just Between Us magazine, Chicken Soup for the Mother of Preschooler's Soul, and the One Year Life Verse Devotional. Mindy is the author of Walking with God: From Slavery to Freedom; Living the Promised Life (Hensley), an in-depth Bible study for women and the Hugs Bible Reflections for Women (Howard Books), scheduled to be in bookstores in August 2009. Mindy lives in a suburb of Houston, Texas with her husband of twenty-two years and their daughter. Their son is currently attending college in Bryan, Texas.

Renee Osborne

Renée Osborne received a BA in English from Appalachian State University, where she studied creative writing and book editing. She has served as a copywriter for a Fortune 50 company, worked for Samaritan’s Purse, an international Christian disaster relief organization. Renée now serves as a writer for Simchat Torah Beit Midrash of Denver, Colorado. She is also a Board Member and Vice President for Winston-Salem Writers. Renée is currently writing her first novel. She lives in Winston-Salem, North Carolina with her husband and two young children. Renée is featured in Spirit & HEART: A Devotional Journey.

Julie Coleman

Julie Coleman is a seminary graduate, speaker, and freelance author. With contagious enthusiasm, she brings hope and encouragement to everyone in her audience. Her warmly personal and insightful messages make her an effective and well-received speaker. More of her writing can be found at www.juliecoleman.org. While her days of teaching school are now over, her twenty year career earned her the title of Anne Arundel County Teacher of the Year. Julie is a wife and mother and makes her home in Annapolis, Maryland area.

Jill Lord

Jill Roman Lord is an author of nine books, a freelance writer and nurse anesthetist. Among her published books, she is the author of a three book series for children: If Jesus Lived Inside My Heart, If Jesus Walked Beside Me, and If Jesus Came to Visit Me. She lives in Charlotte, NC with her husband, three children and golden retriever.

Sherry Bridges

Sherry Bridges is a freelance writer with a passion for teens whose parents have suffered a divorce. She is surprised and completely humbled that God wants to use her as a voice of encouragement for this audience. She is writing her first novel, Summer Hill, and is excited to see where God takes her on this journey. She lives in Greenville, SC close to her two awesome daughters and is involved at Washington Avenue Church, where her brother is senior pastor.

Kristi Buttles

Kristi Buttles is a freelance writer and photographer and has been published in the book Faith & FINANCES: In God We Trust. She is an elementary school teacher and is involved in several ministries in her home church. She has written fiction, non-fiction, a bible study, and a children’s book which she also illustrated. All of which she hopes to publish soon. She has also designed her own line of unique greeting cards that combine her love for words with her passion for photography.
Read Kristi's devotions.

Pat Jeanne Davis

Pat Davis is a homemaker and writer living in Philadelphia, Pa. Her essays, stories and articles have appeared in The Lookout, GRIT Magazine, The Mennonite, Renewed and Ready, Guideposts, Chicken Soup for the Soul, Blessings for Mothers, God Answers Prayer, Woman Alive, Woman’s Touch. She has completed an inspirational historical novel.

Becky Hillman

Becky Hillman is a freelance writer living in Tennessee. She is married to a wonderfully supportive husband and they have 3 boys, ages 2, 4, & 7. She writes devotionals, articles, and Bible studies. She enjoys outdoor activities with her family and friends, especially whitewater rafting. Before becoming a full time mom, she worked as an exercise specialist and a special education teacher. A passion of hers is sharing God's word with others, so Christ can open their hearts for life changing experiences.

Kay K. Mortimer

Kay K. Mortimer is a freelance writer, Licensed Tax Professional, and bookstore owner who lives in Aiken, SC with her husbandShe writes for a local newspaper, as well as nonfiction devotions, meditations, and Bible studies. She is a member of the SC Writers Workshop.
She is a deacon at River of Life Church in Aiken, serves as Chairman-Elect of the Midland Valley Chamber of Commerce, is the accountant for the Aiken Community Playhouse, and serves on the Board of Directors of SCNATP. Her greatest passion is teaching and sharing the Word of God, helping Christians to grow and be encouraged in the faith.
Read Kay's devotions.

Lochlanina Tobey

Lochlanina Tobey uses her degree in English composition from Messiah College as an excuse for writing and teaching poetry. Her most recent prize winning poem, The Finality of Rain appears on UtmostChristianWriters.com. In 2008 she trained with CLASServices, Inc. as a professional Christian speaker and feels blessed to minister as a leader and speaker at women’s retreats.

Phoebe Leggett

Phoebe Leggett was the recipient of two poetry awards from the Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writer’s Conference in 2007. Many of her poems, articles, and short stories have appeared in various magazines and Christian literature; and she is currently working on a book about grief. She is married with two grown children and one grandchild. Her youngest son was killed in tragic accident in 2004. Learn more about Phoebe at www.phoebeleggett.com.

Beverly Varnado

Beverly Varnado is a novelist and screenwriter who writes to give people hope in the redemptive purposes of God. She is a 2009 finalist for the Kairos Prize, an international screenplay competition. She was also a finalist in the Gideon Screenplay competition for 2009 and 2008. Her writing credits include the Upper Room and a Focus on the Family publication. Beverly makes her home with her family and their menagerie of four cats and three dogs. You may visit her at www.beverlyvarnado.com.

Lt. Col. Larkin Spivey, retired USMC

Larkin Spivey is a decorated veteran of the Vietnam War, a retired Marine Corps officer, and former military professor at The Citadel. He became a Christian at age 53 and from his conversion came an intense curiosity about God’s providential hand and the power of faith during war. His first books include God in the Trenches and Miracles of the American Revolution. His latest release, Battlefields & Blessings: Stories of Faith and Courage from World War II, is a 365 day devotional combining individual stories, Scripture, and historical overviews of key campaigns of World War II. Visit Larkin at www.larkinspivey.com .

Dina Steiman

Dina Steiman holds a MA in Professional Writing from Regent University and a BA in Communications with a minor in English from Oral Roberts University. Over the past fourteen years she has taught college writing and literature, as well as high school and elementary classes in English, Humanities, and Fine Arts. A number of her poems have been published. Her poetry has been published in a number of anthologies and magazines including The Poetry Church, The Poet's Pen, and Focus Magazine. In 1994, Regent University received a Gold Circle Award for their publication of her poem, "Shadows on the Wall."

Jocelyn Green

Jocelyn Green is an award-winning freelance writer and author of Faith Deployed: Daily Encouragement for Military Wives (www.faithdeployed.com), from which this devotional was adapted. She and her husband Rob live with their two children in Cedar Falls, Iowa.

Phyllis Qualls Freeman

Phyllis Qualls Freeman has over two hundred fifty published devotionals, human interest, and other articles. She is working on her first book. Phyllis loves reaching out to touch those who have long-term, life-altering situations to share God’s love. Married to her college sweetheart for fifty years, they have three children and five grandchildren. Pqfreeman40@yahoo.com

Tim Wade

Tim Wade is married to Shannon and is the father to four daughters and one son. A former college pastor and current part time teacher of grades K5-12 in a private Christian school, Tim has a heart for kids, loves to teach the Bible, and has a passion for learning. Tim has degrees in Religion and Divinity and has written for DeeperDevotion Magazine, Focus on the Family’s Clubhouse Magazine, and is the author of http://www.timwade.wordpress.com

Karen Whiting

Karen Whiting is an author of ten books www.karenwhiting.com. She has a heart for encouraging families to thrive. She is a mother of five and a grandmother of five. Her book Secrets of Success for Women: the Home provides tips and inspiration to help families transform a home into a haven.

Candy Arrington

Candy Arrington’s writing provides Biblical insights and practical advice, often on tough topics. Her publishing credits include hundreds of articles in periodicals such as Focus on the Family, Today’s Christian Woman, Marriage Partnership, Encounter, Pray, The Lookout, The Upper Room, Advanced Christian Writer, CBN.com, The Writer, and Writer’s Digest. Candy’s stories have appeared in the Chicken Soup and Cup of Comfort series. Additionally, she is coauthor of When Your Aging Parent Needs Care: Practical Help for This Season of Life (Harvest House, 2009) and Aftershock: Help, Hope, and Healing in the Wake of Suicide (B & H Publishing Group). Candy is on staff with The Christian Communicator Manuscript Critique Service and is a member of the American Society of Journalists and Authors.

Kathi Macias

Kathi Macias, popular speaker and prolific author, is an Angel-award winning writer who has published nearly thirty books. Whether keyboarding her latest book, keynoting a conference, or riding on the back of her husband's Harley, Kathi “Easy Writer” Macias is a lady on a mission to communicate God’s vision. To learn more about Kathi or to book her for your next event, visit www.KathiMacias.co

Lisa Keck

Lisa Keck is a happily married mother of two. She home-schools her children and is a volunteer Braille transcriber. In her free time she enjoys writing and doing crafts. Lisa Keck is a happily married mother of two. She home-schools her children and is a volunteer Braille transcriber. In her free time she enjoys writing and doing crafts.

Rob Beames

Rob Beames is a Christian with the desire to encourage others to trust in God’s love. God has given him two awesome children, a wife of noble character, and a degree from Covenant Theological Seminary in Saint Louis, Missouri.

Terri Cullis

Terri Cullins has a master’s degree in psychology from Abilene Christian University. Her recent children’s book is What’s Wrong with Sam? She is published in Treasures of the Wind and is featured with articles published on preschool websites. Terri resides in Texas with her husband and son.

Kevin Spencer

Kevin Spencer lives in Tennessee with his beautiful wife Charlotte and grandson Caleb. A former prodigal son, Kevin is now trying to use the gifts God gave him, and by the grace of God has a life far better than he ever deserved. Read Kevin's devotions.

Linda Bernson-Tang

Before becoming a full-time mother, Linda Bernson-Tang was assistant advertising and marketing director for KABC TalkRadio in Los Angeles and handled publicity for KLOS, ESPN and Radio Disney ABC owned stations. She is a freelance writer and author of a YA novel entitled, Picture Perfect. She lives in Thousand Oaks, CA with her husband, two daughters, and her God-based identity.

David Loy

David Loy is an aspiring writer, with hopes of impacting and encouraging the lives of those around him. He is married to Stephanie, and lives in Thompsons Station, TN. His parents are skilled and accomplished writers/teachers, and they are his inspiration in terms of writing and in his Faith.

Joanna Shumaker

Joanna Shumaker is a writer and free lance photographer. She is published by two other online magazines, Catapult Magazine and Internet Café Devotions. She is also published in Faith and Finances: In God We Trust and her soon-to-be released book, Renewing Your Spirit – 30 Devotions of Renewal for Women. She and her husband have been married for nineteen years and have two children. Her heart’s desire is to encourage women to read God’s Word to find purpose for the present and hope for the future. You can see her message of hope on her blog at http://www.renewingyourspirit.wordpress.com/

Sauni Rinehart

Sauni Rinehart is a speaker, vocalist, and writer through Triple-E Ministries (www.saunirinehart.com) or visit her blog at http://saunirinehart.blogspot.com. She is also involved in worship arts and women's ministries at her home church. She and her husband make their home in Eastvale, California.

Read Sauni's devotions.

Miralee Ferrell

Miralee Ferrell heads the local chapter of American Christian Fiction Writers serving the Portland, Or-Vancouver, Wa area. Miralee is a published author in both women's contemporary fiction and historical romance. She's married and has two children, loves to garden, read, ride horses and sail with her husband.

Barbara Parentini

Barbara Parentini, a native Ohioan, fell in love with the South when we she attended Warren Wilson College deep in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Retired from her career as a registered nurse since a life-changing accident in 2003, her stories are published in Amazing Faith, One Year Life Verse Devotional, Daily Devotions for Writers, and Hugs Bible Reflections for Women, (Howard Books, July, 2009). Her beautiful card line, Soaring Hearts, is being enjoyed by women across America. Barbara and her husband, Brian, live in North Carolina.

Cokeisha B. Robinson

Cokiesha B. Robinson is a graduate of Fisk University where she earned a B.A. degree and a graduate of Samford University, where she obtained a M.Div. degree. She worked in the field of radio before becoming involved in full time ministry work. She has served as a missionary to a number of countries and her greatest passions are encouraging others through oral and written expressions. She has contributed to 3 books, one of which she co-authored: Farther In and Deeper Down, This is My Story, and Planting Trust, Knowing Peace, She is a native Texan and currently resides in Yonkers, NY with her husband, Tim.

Jorlyn Grasser

Jorlyn A. Grasser is a freelance writer living in Knightdale, North Carolina. She has been published in Secret Place, Horizons, Seek, Evangel and other publications.

Dr. Chris Stocklin

Dr. Christopher Stocklin is the founder of Turning the Tide Financial Ministries established in 2007. Chris and his wife, Carol, travel throughout the country conducting Financial Victory Conferences in churches. The goal of the ministry is introducing a Biblical approach to personal money management in the home. Dr. Stocklin has written ‘Cash, Credit, and Control’ and recently released financial workbook ‘Turning Your Finances Right-Side Up…After Being Turned Up-Side Down’. He has recently completed a second Biblically-based financial book which will be released in 2009. For further information visit : www.turningthetideministries.com.

Leah Mix

Leah Mix has been married to her wonderful husband, Gary, for 39 years. A transplant from Upstate New York to Florida, Leah experienced culture shock, but now loves her home and wouldn't want to live anywhere else. She found out that when God plants you, He will make you happy blooming there. Leah is the mother of two and grandmother of five. Writing is a new venture for Leah, but has been a dream for years. She is excited about the future because she has found, God is good - all the time. Read Leah's devotions.

Nancy Fleenor

Nancy is a native born East Tennesseean. A former English teacher, she has been married for forty-one years. She has one daughter and two grandchildren. Her hobbies are traveling, especially to the UK, reading British mysteries, scrapping booking, volunteering at her granddaughter's school, and shopping, of course. Her most favorite is spending time with her grandchildren. She taught Sunday school for thirty-three years, chairman of Christian Women's Club, and speaker for ladies meetings at various churches.
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Virginia Smith

Virginia Smith left her twenty-year career as a corporate director to become a full time writer and speaker with the release of her first novel Just As I Am. In March of 2008 she was honored with the Writer of the Year award at Mount Hermon Christian Writer’s Conference. She writes mystery/suspense novels such as Bluegrass Peril and A Taste of Murder, and humorous heart-touching stories like Stuck in the Middle, book 1 of the Sister-to-Sister Series, and Sincerely, Mayla. www.VirginiaSmith.org

Danny Woodall

Danny Woodall lives in Port Neches, TX. He and his wife have three children. He has a monthly column in the Christian Online Magazine, and has written for LifeWay’s Essential Connections and Bible Express magazines. This past year he contributed to Daily Devotions for Writers. He and his wife, Arlene, work with the fourth grade Sunday school.

Robin Shope

Robin Shope is the Special Education Coordinator for a county juvenile justice system for at-risk kids. She has authored a number of articles and six novels. She and her husband are former missionaries and have been married for 32 years, with two grown children.Robin Shope is the Special Education Coordinator for a county juvenile justice system for at-risk kids. She has authored a number of articles and six novels. She and her husband are former missionaries and have been married for 32 years, with two grown children.

Catherine Painter

Catherine Painter is author of the twelve-week Bible study, So, You're a Christian! Now What? published by Hensley Publishing, Tulsa, OK.

She is a columnist for Biblical Recorder, a state religious journal and she writes Sunday School curricula for LifeWay Resources, Nashville. Visit her on the web at www.catherinepainterministries.com

Jan Loy

Jan Loy, a freelance writer and speaker, is actively involved in guiding others to greater personal growth. Jan is a featured writer in Spirit & Heart: A Devotional Journey; a contributing writer in Your Daily Mental Vitamin; and has written numerous devotions published by Lead Like Jesus.com. Jan is also co-facilitator with her husband, Rick in training opportunities addressing the dynamics of interpersonal relationships. Learn more about Jan at: www.janloy.com.

Lil Duncan

Lil Duncan--writing stories where faith, hope, and love mingle with murder and mayhem. She believes that fiction can be entertaining without being tasteless. Besides writing, Lil is a Speech-Language Pathologist. She and her husband live in a (very) small town in the Amish country of Ohio. You can visit her website at www.familyfriendlyfiction.net
Read Lil's devotions.

Ann Tatlock

Ann Tatlock is the author of the Christy Award-winning novel All the Way Home. She has also won the Midwest Independent Publishers Association "Book of the Year" in fiction for both All the Way Home and I'll Watch the Moon. Her novel Things We Once Held Dear received a starred review from Library Journal and Publishers Weekly calls her "one of Christian fiction's better wordsmiths, and her lovely prose reminds readers why it is a joy to savor her stories." Ann lives with her husband and daughter in Asheville, North Carolina. Visit www.anntatlock.com.

Polly Boyette

Polly Boyette is the author of Life is a Buffet So Save Room for Dessert.

She was born and raised in Virginia where she still lives today. Her friends will tell you she has a strong sense of humor and a gift for telling stories. Polly has worked in Russia with orphans providing humanitarian aid and giving them hope through the gospel of Christ.
Read Polly's devotions.

Jo Huddleston

Jo Huddleston is the author of four nonfiction books and the coauthor of an E-book on writing for the Christian marketplace. Her more than 200 devotions, articles and stories have appeared in over fifty publications, including Guideposts and Decision.
Read Jo's devotions.

You may visit with Jo at http://www.johuddleston.com/.

Irene Brand

Irene Brand began writing inspirational novels in 1984. Forty-five books and over 2 millions copies in print, Irene still holds to her grass roots, of faith, family and friends.

Irene and her husband live in rural West Virginia. Her newest novel, Love Finds You in Valentine, Nebraska will be released next month with Summerside Press.
Read Irene's devotions.

Shelby Rawson

Shelby Rawson is a wife and mother of three young children. In addition to the many tasks of caring for a four year old, two year old and infant, she is an active leader in her church’s Mom’s Together program and facilitates Soul Care groups. Her passion for walking with women has led her to be a speaker for the Father Daughter Summit, MOPS International and Fellowship Bible Church. Shelby is currently the author of Daddy Do You Love Me: A daughter’s journey of Faith and Restoration, as well as the Parents of Preschoolers Web Content Manager for Next Generation Institute. She graduated Magna Cum Laude with a degree in Psychology and a minor in broadcast journalism. Writing has been a creative outlet for her since she wrote and illustrated her first story in kindergarten. Her propensity to express herself through the written word allows an empathetic vulnerability to reveal itself in the pages of her work.
Read Shelby's devotions.

Loree Lough

At last count, Loree Lough had 68 books, 59 short stories, and more than 2,500 articles in print. She's written fiction and non-fiction for kids and adults (with one novel optioned for a TV movie). Her work has earned dozens of awards and at least as many five-star reviews, and several of her novellas have appeared in collections that made it onto Christian Booksellers Association bestseller lists.

She's been featured in two Chicken Soup titles and will soon have a story in the company's "The Ultimate Gardener" collection. Her next novel, Love Finds You in Paradise, Pennsylvania is in stores now and two more Summerside Press novels, Love Finds You in North Pole, Alaska and Love Finds You in Folly Beach, North Carolina, will be available in the fall of '09 and the spring of 2010. Several more of her novels--of the mystery and suspense genre--are under consideration at other publishing houses, so pray the editors will offer contracts on those, too!

Loree lives in Maryland with her husband and a rescue dog named Cash.

Read Loree's devotions.

Christa Allan

Christa Allan is a high school English teacher who lives with her husband and three bizarre cats in Abita Springs, Louisiana. She is the mother of five and Grammy of three.
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Follow Christa’s writing journey at http://www.christaallan.com/

Cindy Rooy

Cindy Rooy is the author of a new Bible study, Trusting God Through Troubles & Tears. She's a contributing author in Faith and FINANCES and a few other devotional books. Cindy is also an inspirational columnist for three newspapers and enjoys a speaking ministry. Visit Cindy's website at www.cindyrooy.com.
Read Cindy's devotions.

Diane Adams

Diane Adams is a freelance writer, editor, published poet and full-time mom. She lives in Houston, Texas, with her husband, David, and two sons. Her heart's desire is to tell about the healing love of Jesus Christ that can restore and renew those who are broken and hurting. Diane enjoys writing poetry and songs for children that capture the wonder of what God has made. She loves horses, books and a good chess match.

Susan Dollyhigh

Susan Shelton Dollyhigh is a free-lance writer and columnist who recently won the Women of Faith Shine the Light Contest and 3 awards at the Blue Ridge Christian Writers Conference. She resides in Mount Airy, North Carolina (better known as Mayberry). www.inspirationfrommayberry.com

Tonya Shockley

Tonya Shockley is a freelance writer living in Kingsport, TN with Thomas, her husband of 14 years. She has been published in Straight Magazine and the Helicon Magazine. Her hobbies include reading, writing and attending Gaither Homecoming concerts. She attended Milligan College. Her dreams include going back to college to complete her degree, becoming a full-time writer as well as discovering God's purpose for her life.

Linda Baldwin

Linda has been published in God Allows U Turns/Military Edition and Celebrations for Mothers. She has publication credits for Marriage Partnership and Romantic Homes Magazine. Additionally she is regular reviewer for Romantic Times Magazine and www.roadtoromance.ca and her own website. She lives in the Pacific Northwest where she and her husband of 30 years, enjoy five grandchildren (one on the way), one boxer Rosie, some big fish, and two turtles. She likes Scuba Diving, Traveling, and boating. She loves Jesus and being with her church family every chance she can.

Andrea Merrell

Andrea Merrell is a freelance writer and editor with a passion to help others see God’s Word as practical and relevant for ordinary, everyday life. She has written material for ladies’ groups, marriage retreats, skits, websites, and brochures, and is currently working on three novels and countless devotions. Andrea is a staff writer and copy editor for www.ChristianDevotions.us and www.DevoKids.com, and lives in South Carolina with her husband (and best friend), Charlie. Visit her website at www.andreamerrell.com. Read Andrea's devotions.

Terri Kelly

Terri Kelly is a wife, the mother of two gifts from God, and a teacher with a Master of Arts. Terri write tips for teachers, mothers, and women at her blog: www.davincisclassroom.wordpress.com She believes she's encountered enough mama dramas to write for decades and is currently working on a children's book.

Derek Maul

DEREK MAUL is the author of Get Real, A Spiritual Journey for Men and a columnist for the Tampa Tribune. Derek lives in Florida with his beautiful wife and speaks for men's conferences and other events.

Sue Falcone

Sue Falcone is a gifted speaker and teacher. She is an Inspired Speaker, Teacher and Author of: The Lighthouse of Hope - A Day by Day Journey to Fear Free Living, published by WinePress Group. Learn more about Sue at: http://suefalcone.authorweblog.com . Sue is a graduate of Dale Carnegie and is a speaker for Stonecroft Ministries - Christian Women's Clubs.
Read Sue's devotions.

Sandra M. Hart

Sandra M. Hart enjoys writing historical fiction novels set in the Midwest. She is inspired by the people around her. Those labeled as “everyday people” are the ones who inspire her most. She hopes to have a nonfiction book published about a couple of these ordinary heroes who fill our lives with hope.

Cathy Bryant

Cathy Bryant’s first novel, Texas Roads, was chosen as a finalist in the 2009 American Christian Fiction Writers' Genesis competition, and is available at online retailers. Cathy has written several devotions that have been published in books, magazines and online, and was recently named as a core writer for Full Spirit magazine. A Texas gal by birth, Cathy lives in a century-old Texas farmhouse, complete with picket fence, flowers, butterflies, and late summer mosquitoes the size of your fist. Learn more about Cathy at http://www.CatBryant.com or at http://www.WordVessel.blogspot.com You can visit her at www.wordvessel.blogspot.com.
Read Cathy's devotions.

Jane Cook

Best selling author and columnist Jane Hampton Cook, http://www.janecook.com/, is known for making history both memorable and relevant to today's news, political events, and issues of faith. A former webmaster for President George W. Bush (1999-03), Jane is the author of Stories of Faith and Courage from the Revolutionary War, a 365-day devotional chronicling the story of the nation's founding from the viewpoints of 20 key players.
Read Jane's devotions.

Sue Payne

Sue Payne is a freelance writer whose articles have appeared in home schooling newsletters and church news bulletins. She is experienced in curriculum planning and design and uses her writing skills to encourage and teach others. Sue lives in Delaware, is married, and has two boys whom she home schooled for a total of fourteen years.
Read Sue's devotions.

Ariel Allison

Ariel Allison writes, reads, and lives in a small Texas town with her husband and four young sons. She is the co-author of Daddy Do You Love Me: a Daughter’s Journey of Faith and Restoration (New Leaf Press, 2006). Her days are filled with toothless grins, muddy hands, and a never ending stream of words that try to find their way to her laptop. She ponders life as a mother of all boys at http://www.themoabclub.blogspot.com/and her thoughts as a redeemed dreamer at http://arielallison.blogspot.com/.
Read Ariel's devotions.

Kathie Krakowski

Kathie Krakowski is a resident of Bear, Delaware. She is blessed to be the wife of a wonderful man, as well as a mom and a new grandmom She has been a pre-kindergarten teacher at a private Christian school in Newark, DE for the past 20 years and loves reading to children and teaching them how much Jesus loves them. She is a passionate worshiper of Jesus, the Lover of her soul, and enjoys expressing her devotion to Him through poetry. She also enjoys writing for children; including songs, tongue-twisters, and a series of alphabet stories that she hopes to have published.
Read Kathie's devotions.

Pat Patterson

Pat Patterson is a writer, a photographer, and an instructor of Emergency Medical Science. His stories are true, based on real life experiences and from time spent on the streets of Durham, North Carolina where he served as a paramedic for seventeen years.

Pat is a winner of the Blue Ridge Christian Writers Conference.
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Eddie Jones

Eddie Jones is the author of the popular boating column “Hard Aground” and a three time winner of the Delaware Christian Writers Conference. 1st 2006, 3rd 2007, 1st 2008.

He is the author of two non-fiction books and has written hundreds of columns and articles that have appeared in over 20 different publications.

Eddie is represented by Hartline Literary Agency and is a member of Boating Writers International, the Christian Boaters Association, and American Christian Fiction Writers. He received a BA in English from State University in Raleigh, NC and minored in religion at Meredith College. (Yes, Meredith is a girl's college but Eddie took religion classes there.)

He's also a graduate of Bible Study Fellowship and Christian Discipleship. Read Eddie's devotions.

Books by Eddie include: Hard Aground with Eddie, Hard Aground... Again and his upcoming romantic suspense Bahama Breeze.

Cindy Sproles

Cindy has her BA in Business from the University of Phoenix. She is the founder of Mountain Breeze Ministries and TINKERTIME Productions, a video trailer production company. She is a contributing writer to Novel Journey and Novel Reviews, and Christian Devotions. She writes for PML Programs and contributes to the Times-News.net. Her devotions are published weekly in a Knoxville, TN newspaper and are read by readers throughout Tennessee. She co-writes the He Said, She Said devotions with Eddie Jones which publish in Common Ground Christian Newspaper.

Cindy is represented by Hartline Literary Agency and is a member of the American Christian Fiction Writers. She attended Johnson Bible College in Knoxville, TN. She is the Sunday school superintendent at Belvue Christian Church where she teaches a women's study class. Cindy speaks frequently for ladies' conferences and special events. Contact Cindy if you would like for her to speak to your church, club or group. Read Cindy's devotions.