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Reverie is a Christian fiction book intended to explore how single Christians deal with attraction, desire, and lustful thoughts within a relationship. It’s a heavy topic and one that’s not often discussed in Christian circles. Drew Taylor has taken the topic and wrapped it in a storyline that will entertain while making you think. The story within a story will have you second guessing and flipping back and forth to see what was real and what was imagined. And it has a different twist on amnesia than I’ve read before, so it kept me turning pages to see what was next. Drew has a way of making hard topics fun and she has done it again here. The vacation vibes with Bora Bora make me want to head to the beach. She also showcases the fact that Christians aren’t perfect. They may desire to follow God’s instructions, but the execution isn’t always straightforward or pretty. Drew does give content warnings regarding the topics of love, lust, and boundaries and please take them seriously. There...

Forget Me Knot by my friend B.R. Goodwin delivers everything you want in a romcom—laughs, swoons, and just the right amount of surprises—while also offering unexpected depth. Dinah is an absolute delight—her vibrant personality shines through in every scene, from her mood-matching tennis shoes to her hilarious T-shirts that had me grinning more than once. I couldn’t help but hum “Someone’s in the kitchen with Dinah…” as I read! And then there’s Jack. He’s completely adorable and the perfect match for Dinah—even on the days he’s not so sweet. You’ll have to read to see why. I don’t want to spoil all the delightful twists, but their journey to happily ever after is oh-so-sweet and worth every page. B.R. has crafted a heartwarming, clean romance set in the charming small town of Honey Hill, where quirky neighbors and a tight-knit community make the story even richer. While faith isn’t the central focus, it’s beautifully woven into the characters’ lives in a natural, authentic way. ...

Psalm 86:15 ESV - 15 But you, O Lord, are a God merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness . God’s steadfast love and faithfulness are mentioned numerous times in Old Testament scriptures.   The original Hebrew word used here for faithfulness is: ʼemeth, eh'-meth; contracted from H539 ; stability; (figuratively) certainty, truth, trustworthiness:—assured(-ly), establishment, faithful, right, sure, true (-ly, -th), verity. 1 Another word used in the Old Testament for faithfulness is: ʼĕmûwnâh, em-oo-naw'; or (shortened) אֱמֻנָה ʼĕmunâh; feminine of H529 ; literally firmness; figuratively security; morally fidelity:—faith(-ful, -ly, -ness, (man)), set office, stability, steady, truly, truth, verily. 2 Review from the last lesson: 2 Thessalonians 3:3 ESV - But the Lord is faithful . He will establish you and guard you against the evil one. Psalm 111:7 ESV - The works of his hands are faithful and just; all his precepts are...

The Valkyrie is the 4th amazing book in the Huntress saga by Carrie Cotten. Just when I think she’s written the best one, she comes out with another. This story tells a beautiful tale of healing and forgiveness for past trauma, alongside a sweet romance. Set in medieval Norway, Isa has recently returned home after being kidnapped and abused for a year. At home she finds it hard to feel safe and normal but worries about her mother, the shield maiden, who has problems of her own. Reider lands in her life in a most unusual way and both of their lives are forever changed. Like the other books in the series, this one weaves in the gospel beautifully and naturally. Both of the main characters begin in different places with their faith and are confronted and challenged by the God who forgives and heals broken hearts. I highly recommend this book and the entire series. It’s best enjoyed in order and this is the fourth book, but you can get by with reading  just The Raven. But don’t ...

Matthew 7:16-20 (ESV) You will recognize them by their fruits. Are grapes gathered from thornbushes, or figs from thistles? 17 So, every healthy tree bears good fruit, but the diseased tree bears bad fruit. 18 A healthy tree cannot bear bad fruit, nor can a diseased tree bear good fruit. 19 Every tree that does not bear good fruit is cut down and thrown into the fire. 20 Thus you will recognize them by their fruits. Review from the last lesson: Psalm 31:19 (ESV) Oh, how abundant is your goodness , which you have stored up for those who fear you and worked for those who take refuge in you, in the sight of the children of mankind! Isaiah 63:7 (ESV) I will recount the steadfast love of the LORD, the praises of the LORD, according to all that the LORD has granted us, and the great goodness to the house of Israel that he has granted them according to his compassion, according to the abundance of his steadfast love. Psalm 25:7 ESV - 7 Remember not the sins of my youth or my tran...