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Thy Word

Thy Word Based on Psalm 119:105 by Amy Grant and Michael W. Smith Thy word is a lamp unto my feet And a light unto my path. Thy word is a lamp unto my feet And a light unto my path. When I feel afraid, And think I’ve lost my way. Still, you’re there right beside me. Nothing will I fear As long as you are near; Please be near me to the end. Thy word is a lamp unto my feet And a light unto my path. Thy word is a lamp unto my feet And a light unto my path. I will not forget Your love for me and yet, My heart forever is wandering. Jesus by my guide, And hold me to your side, And I will love you to the end. Nothing will I fear As long as you are near; Please be near me to the end. Thy word is a lamp unto my feet And a light unto my path. Thy word is a lamp unto my feet And a light unto my path. And a light unto my path. You’re the light unto my path.

When your Thanksgiving vacation isn't restful

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I sure have been looking forward to this break here at Thanksgiving. Given how late I have been up trying to finish off crafts, I could have used the rest. However, on Wednesday, I cooked most of the day after gluing a few projects and finishing some things that night. Thursday, I wanted to crochet more items for the sell, but didn't get too much done. I did go to Office Depot when they opened at 6 PM and bought a laptop which has been my plan ever since the one I bought 2 years ago on Black Friday died a few months ago. We drove by Walmart right at 6, and there was not a parking place to be found, literally. People were parking in all nearby parking lots. I did not get my Door Buster yarn because nothing is worth the mess of all those people at Walmart. Friday, I tried to crochet all day, but kept getting distracted. This morning, I got up after about 5 hours sleep to set up for a show that did worse than the last one. (I had to sign-up for another one next weeken

Three nostalgic and heart-warming Christmas stories set during World War II

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An interview with Tricia Goyer, Cara Putman and Sarah Sundin Authors of Where Treetops Glisten Three of the most beloved Christian authors of World War II-era fiction have come together to gift their readers with the new Christmas release, Where Treetops Glisten (WaterBrook Press/September 16, 2014/ISBN: 978-1601426482/$14.99) . Tricia Goyer, Cara Putman and Sarah Sundin invite readers to turn back the clock to days gone by as they listen to Bing Crosby sing of sleigh bells in the snow and get to know the Turner family. Each of the three siblings is forging his or her own path in his or her own love story filled with the wonder of Christmas. Hailing from the heart of America in Lafayette, Indiana, these characters will never be the same as the reality of America’s involvement in World War II hits incredibly close to home. Q: How did the three of you decide to collaborate on a collection of novellas together? Cara: I’d written in a couple of novella collections

A Can’t-Miss Black Friday Deal from Adventures in Odyssey

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  Christmas time is nearly here, and the excitement is in the air. But rather than waking up before the sun on Black Friday or having to fight the massive crowds, you could get a special present for your kids or grandkids from Adventures in Odyssey: a subscription to their online Odyssey Adventure Club (OAC)! Offering 24/7 access to 25 years’ worth of Adventures in Odyssey episodes, the club is a safe and fun environment where children can explore, create and imagine, all while developing their faith and learning biblical truth. When you sign up between 11/26 and 12/1 (promo code: BLKFRDAY) not only will you receive a special introductory price of $5.00 for your first month of club membership, you’ll also receive a special gift worth $50 , including: Imagination Station #12: Danger on A Silent Night book (mailed to you in December) A Family Christmas Volume 1 of Timeless Classics on CD (mailed to you in December) Radio Theatre: A Christmas Carol digital download Radio T

Quilts of Love authors celebrate latest releases with a Christmas-themed chat

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Nothing beats a Christmas party you don’t have to get dressed up for! Readers are invited to grab their quilts and a mug of their favorite warm holiday beverage and settle down for a night in with the authors of the latest releases in Abingdon Press’ Quilts of Love series. The Quilts of Love Merry Quilted Christmas Facebook party on December 9 at 8:00 PM EST will be hosted by the authors of the two latest releases, Jodie Bailey ( Quilted by Christmas /October 21, 2014) and Laura V. Hilton and Cindy Loven ( Swept Away /November 18, 2014). They will be joined by Gina Welborn ( Masterpiece Marriage /December 16, 2014) and Cathy Elliott ( A Stitch in Crime /January 20, 2015), who will be giving readers a preview of their upcoming books. The live Quilts of Love quarterly event will center on an interactive chat between the authors and readers, allowing participants from around the country (and the world) to participate in one large book club. The authors will share the insp

Fire Up the Romance this Holiday with @RobinLeeHatcher’s “Love Without End” Kindle Fire Giveaway!

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Fire up the romance this holiday with Robin Lee Hatcher 's latest offering in the King's Meadow Romance series, Love Without End .  For two single parents with bruised hearts, it’ll take more than a little courage to get back on the horse when it comes to love. Celebrate love rising from the ashes of tragedy with Robin by entering her Kindle Fire giveaway. One grand prize winner will receive: A Kindle Fire Love Without End  and the rest of the King's Meadow Romance series from Robin Lee Hatcher Enter today by clicking the icon below. But hurry, the giveaway ends on December 14th.  Winner will be announced December 15th on Robin's blog . {NOT ON FACEBOOK? ENTER HERE .} {More about  Love Without End } A King's Meadow Romance (Thomas Nelson, November 2014)  Chet and Kimberly have both failed when it comes to love. Will they risk their hearts to love again?   Chet Leonard's life was forever changed when his 17-year-old son died

Quilts of Love | SWEPT AWAY – Kindle Giveaway & “Merry Quilted” Facebook Party!

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Don’t miss the newest Quilts of Love book, Swept Away by Laura V. Hilton and Cindy Loven.  November’s QOL release is a spark of romance and fun just in time for the holidays. Enter to win a Kindle HDX, and RSVP for the “Merry Quilted” Quilts of Love Facebook party on December 9th.  One winner will receive: A Kindle Fire Swept Away by Laura V. Hilton and Cindy Loven Hidden in the Stars by Robin Caroll Quilted by Christmas  by Jodie Bailey Enter today by clicking the button below. But hurry, the giveaway ends on December 9th. Winner will be announced during the "Merry Quilted" Christmas Facebook party on December 9th . RSVP today and connect with some of the Quilts of Love authors (Jodie Bailey, Laura V. Hilton, Cindy Loven, Cathy Elliott, and Gina Welborn) for a "merry" evening of book chat, Christmas traditions, prizes, and more! {NOT ON FACEBOOK? ENTER HERE .} RSVP today and spread the word—t ell your friends about the giveaway via FACEBOO

Kum Bah Ya

Kum Ba Yah new version   Kum Ba Yah my LORD, Kum Ba Yah, Kum Ba Yah my LORD, Kum Ba Yah. Kum Ba Yah my LORD, Kum Ba Yah, Kum Ba Yah my LORD, Kum Ba Yah. Chorus Singin’ rain, storm, fire, wind, Kum Ba Yah Rain, storm, fire, wind, Kum Ba Yah Somebody’s praying LORD, Kum Ba Yah, Somebody’s praying LORD, Kum Ba Yah. Somebody’s praying LORD, Kum Ba Yah, Somebody’s praying LORD, Kum Ba Yah. Chorus Somebody’s singing LORD, Kum Ba Yah, Somebody’s singing LORD, Kum Ba Yah. Somebody’s singing LORD, Kum Ba Yah, Somebody’s singing LORD, Kum Ba Yah. Chorus Somebody’s crying LORD, Kum Ba Yah, Somebody’s crying LORD, Kum Ba Yah. Somebody’s crying LORD, Kum Ba Yah, Somebody’s crying LORD, Kum Ba Yah. Chorus Come by here my LORD, come by here, Come by here my LORD, come by here. Come by here my LORD, come by here, Come by here my LORD, come by here.

This is now my life

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I sure hope we sell lots of Christmas trees and Christmas balls next weekend, because this has become my life! Dad and I kind of tricked Mom into coming over Thursday night. Maybe Dad tricked me too. I told him I was going to crochet while watching my TGIT shows ( Grey's Anatomy and Scandal ). He was going to come over to paint, and bring Mom along to watch TV. We all ended up painting for 3 hours. Earlier today Paige came over and painted for a while. Dad stayed most of the day. Rakia is coming down tomorrow, and is going to help some too. I STILL NEED to crochet more because I have orders and I know others want headbands. And yes, I need to crop my pictures to get my feet out of them and rotate them. Time is not on my side.

Dr. Klaus-Deiter John tells of trusting God to help the people of Peru

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An interview with Klaus-Dieter John, Author of I Have Seen God   Imagine being medically trained at some of the most prestigious institutions in the world — Harvard and Yale — and turning your back on a lucrative medical career in private practice to care for the poor. As Klaus-Dieter John writes in his book, I Have Seen God (Monarch Books/November 27, 2014/ISBN: 978-0857215741/$16.99) , it was a dream he and his wife, Martina, shared since before they met. I Have Seen God tells of how the Johns were able to follow their dream to open a first-rate medical facility for the Indians of the Peruvian Andes, some of the world’s poorest people. The hospital’s name, Diospi Suyana, means “we trust in God” in Quechua, the native language of the people it serves. It is a testament to their experience that with God the impossible can happen. Q: Tell us how you came to titling your book, I Have Seen God . When I was a student some of my friends were atheists. After some of my l