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Introducing 52 Weeks in the Word
You and I likely love God and love His Word and we desire to grow in love of God and His Word. I have had seasons of Spirit-filled, worshipful, and consistent times in the Word and seasons when reading has felt like a duty rather than a joy and delight. We all find ourselves struggling from time to time to read the Bible and interpret it correctly. And here’s the good news, that’s okay. Not only is it okay, it’s great. We want to know Him! I wrote 52 Weeks in the Word to help us learn to be consistent and feel the freedom to return when we aren't. The goal of this book isn’t to win some race or prize; we don’t earn more favor before the Lord. The goal is Bible reading…
Creative God, Colorful Us featured on Focus on the Family
Trillia Newbell and Dr. Danny Huerta discuss the value of our celebrating racial and cultural diversity as an expression of God’s calling upon us to share His message of love and reconciliation through Christ to people of every nation, tribe, and language, and offer parents practical guidance for celebrating as a family.l begins with an idea.
Join Us for an Aspiring Authors Workshop
Join Drew Dyck, Randall Payleitner, and Trillia Newbell in this 90-minute virtual workshop event on Saturday, August 14, at 9:00 am (CST). You’ll learn about the publishing process at Moody Publishers, hear all about publishing from the writing process to best practices for proposals, and more. There will also be a time for Q&A for you to ask your burning questions.
FREE Creative God, Colorful Us Leaders Guide and Discount through March
I am excited to share that Moody Publishers is offering an incredible discount for Creative God, Colorful Us for your church or ministry through the month of March!
The Art of “Creative God, Colorful Us”
Meet the artist behind the art of Creative God, Colorful Us.
FREE Online Bible Study: A Great Cloud of Witnesses
Join us as we fix our eyes on the One who sustains us and keeps us. I can’t wait to study the Bible with you!
Creative God, Colorful Us: Interview with the kids
Part of my desire to write Creative God, Colorful Us, was to help us teach the next generation. I feature chapters on the gospel, the image of God, sin and its effect on relationships, loving our neighbor, specifically those who do not look this us, and more. And how we can enjoy our beautiful, colorful, diverse family: the church. So that’s what you’ll find in Creative God, Colorful Us.
Colorful Us: Frequently Asked Questions
If you haven’t heard, when you pre-order Creative God, Colorful Us, you have access to a special group of conversations we’re calling Colorful Us! I wanted to answer some of your frequently asked questions…
Why write children’s books too?
During podcast interviews, I’m often asked why I write for children and adults. In this short video, I seek to answer that question. I’d love to know what you believe the Lord is nudging you to step out in faith and do.
A Personal Update: Joining the team at Moody Publishers!
In a season of bad news, I’m thrilled to share a little good news with you. Next month I’ll begin working with Moody Publishers as an acquisitions editor. Moody Publishers took a chance on me as a young, unknown writer and I am forever indebted to them.
12 Books For 2019
I interrupt your end of the year top 12 books lists to invite you to Come Read With Us! Maybe these will become your top 12 next year. I read quite a bit. Actually, I read more books a year than I ever share about, which is likely a shame given that I’m a writer (I ought to share more about what I’m reading!). That’s why I decided that next year would be different. I hope to read the following twelve books through 2019 and you are invited to Come Read With Us…
Getting Real in Your Relationships
oday I get to share with you the foreword I wrote for my friend’s excellent book Real: The Surprising Secret to Deeper Friendships. Make sure to check out the trailer and links to learn more about Catherine Parks and her new book. I’ve always had a sensitive conscience: even before I became a Christian, I would confess wrongdoing to my parents. Vulnerability was never difficult for me when I was younger. Oddly, once I became a Christian, I started to become more aware of how I would be viewed by others, and that vulnerability all of a sudden felt much more risky…
Come Read With Us
There are two things that I love: reading and company. Rarely do I combine the two. Today I’m going to and I’m excited to invite you to join me and my friend, Kristie Anyabwile, as we read a book together!
40-Day Challenge Giveaway: A Bundle of Books from The Good Book Company
40-Day Challenge Giveaway: A Bundle of Books from The Good Book Company
Week 2, 40-Day Challenge Giveaway: Books, Books, and more Books!
When I first thought of the 40-Day (Birthday) Challenge, I was concerned that it might be silly or not serious enough given that I write often about serious matters. I quickly remembered an old post I wrote on being a serious Christian and wondered if that ugly sin of the fear of man was motivating my questioning. As I’ve participated and read comments and interactions from the men and women participating through the Facebook group, I’ve realized how the Lord is already using this challenge to restore joy, enable “self-forgetfulness” and thus a focus on others, and build habits of spiritual disciplines. That was my prayer before it launched and I believe the Lord is already answering it!
Week 1 40-Day Challenge Giveaway: Crossway Books Journaling Bibles
Today is the first day of the 40-Day (Birthday) Challenge. Each week I will be giving away books and other great prizes as part of our celebration. Today’s exciting giveaway comes from the wonderful folks at Crossway Books. Two participants in the challenge have a chance to win the new Inductive NT or the New Testament Scripture Journals.
40-Day (Birthday) Challenge
In a little over a month, I’ll be turning the big 4-0. I do not dread the years to come. I absolutely feel older—both in body and mind. My body feels aches like never before while my mind seems to be sharper. Most importantly, I sense in unique ways the nearness of God. I imagine, as there have been every decade, that I will experience both joys and deep sorrows. God has been faithful—it is my song. I trust He will be faithful over these next years, too. I’m excited and grateful…
Book Club Intro to Spiritual Healthcheck
Today we begin our six-week video book study through Spiritual Healthcheck by Carl Laferton.
An Invitation to Celebrate God’s Idea
Today is an exciting day…it’s the official release day of God’s Very Good Idea!
Let’s Pray Together
I remember when I became a Christian, the lady who shared the gospel with me told me that she had several friends praying that I would come to know the Lord. And the day I became a Christian, three friends gathered around me and joined me in praying to the Lord for the forgiveness of my sin. I remember meeting with my two girlfriends every other week for several years, sharing about the various trials we were experiencing, the joys of life, and praying each time. I have never been a part of church that didn’t include a small group, therefore I’ve been blessed by weekly or biweekly prayer times with other believers consistently over the past 15 years…
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