Forgiveness is a Choice
Forgiveness is a choice and the only person you have control over is yourself. The only attitude you can control is your own. We can’t control what other people do, how they act, or what they feel. We...
View ArticleDo You Want to Get Well?
I believe God is serious when he asks you and I the question, “Do you want to get well?” In John 5, we read the story of an invalid who had been seriously crippled for many, many, many, many years. In...
View ArticleSeptember: Mental Health Month
Starting this September, I am looking for guest posts on the topic of mental health. I have shared my story along with many other stories on anxiety, depression, and mental health. Since I started the...
View ArticleHost a Small Group on Forgiveness
I recently recorded Chapter Videos to go along with my new book “Forgiving Others, Forgiving Me” for those of you who want to host a small group on forgiveness. They go along with the Discussion...
View ArticleWhy Sexual Harassment at Work is Wrong
Two things happened today that have caused me to write this blog immediately. The first is that Mayor Filner of San Diego is resigning as of 5 PM on August 30th. The second is that I ate at the...
View ArticleTop 10 Blogs for Christian Women
After blogging for almost 10 years, I thought it was time to make a top 10 list of the top 10 blogs for Christian women! Every year there are a few websites that list the top Christian blogs, but...
View ArticleMental Illness Does Not Define You
Over the years I have learned a very important lesson that mental illness does not define me. It does not define you either. Yes! There are days, weeks, months, and even years when it doesn’t feel...
View ArticleWhy I Stopped Taking Lexapro
I’ve been looking forward to sharing my story on why I stopped taking Lexapro. I was originally diagnosed with Generalized Anxiety Disorder in my 20s. I shared how to move on with your life on...
View ArticleNovember is National Writing Month
November is national writing month. Why? Because the world needs your novel. Some of you may think that writing is your hobby. Some of you have already participated in NaNoWriMo, an online movement...
View ArticleTop Ten Devotional Books
Can you believe Christmas is only 58 days away? As the “Devotional Diva,” I wanted to share my recommendations for my top ten devotional books for 2014. My life changed forever when I started reading...
View Article3 Reasons to Share Your Story
Recently I shared my story about why my dream died. I already wrote that I can’t sugar coat things anymore. And now? The gloves are off. “What kind of God would stand back and watch a dream–a good...
View ArticleDaily Devotional Tips for 2014
The New Year is almost here! I wanted to share some daily devotional tips and Bible reading tips to give you a jump start to 2014, starting with 10 Tips to Renew Your Devotional Life. 1. BE A...
View ArticleSingles Survival Guide to the Holidays
Singles need love this holiday season. The month before I met my husband Marc was the loneliest month ever. I hated the thought of spending one more holiday season alone. After spending almost my...
View ArticleTop 10 Christian Speakers for Women’s Events
After speaking for almost 5 years, I thought it was time to make a top 10 list of the top 10 Christian Speakers for Women’s Events! Some of you may not know, but I used to book Christian Speakers...
View Article10 Tips for Blogging + Giveaway
It’s hard to believe 2014 marks my 10th year of blogging. I am celebrating by doing a blogiversary giveaway! Apparently you give tin for a 10 year anniversary. I found a cute set of tin tea lights...
View ArticleTop 100 Christian Women Blogs
I am proud to say that after 5 years of blogging at Devotional Diva, I have gone viral! And you know the best part? It wasn’t a post about me! It was the Top 10 Blogs for Christian Women. Ever since I...
View ArticleNew Book: Dream Devotional Releases Easter
I am excited to release Dream Devotional, my fifth book, on Easter! My story of hope. (No, this is not an April Fool’s joke)! There are many reasons why I choose not to share about writing this book...
View ArticleMental Health and the Church {With Video Links}
Recently, I attended the Mental Health and the Church Conference at Saddleback Church (#Hope4MH). The good news is that they just posted ALL the videos from the plenary and breakout sessions. You can...
View ArticleForgiveness is a Choice
Forgiveness is a choice and the only person you have control over is yourself. The only attitude you can control is your own. We can’t control what other people do, how they act, or what they feel. We...
View ArticleDo You Want to Get Well?
I believe God is serious when he asks you and I the question, “Do you want to get well?” In John 5, we read the story of an invalid who had been seriously crippled for many, many, many, many years. In...
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