Audra Jennings

Important Lessons for Teens to Learn about Christ-Honoring Romance Valentine’s Day focuses on love and romance, but do today’s teens truly understand what that means? In a generation where the culture has stolen real romance, and when it comes to sex, anything goes, parents and youth leaders must look for opportunities to talk to teens and model love that brings glory to God. What are some of the ways they can be exposed to romance that honors Christ? Teaching a biblical view of romance is more than simply having “The Talk.” We live in a world of broken relationships and hurting people, and it can seem as though heartache is all around us, marriages are doomed from the beginning and relationships aren’t worth the risk. However, Rhonda Stoppe , author of Real-Life Romance: Inspiring Stories to Help You Believe in True Love (Harvest House), sets out to show that heart-fluttering, long-lasting love is all around us, if we just take the time to look for it. It’s an importa...

Part 2 of an interview with Rhonda Stoppe, author of Real-Life Romance You can read part 1 of the interview here. Rhonda Stoppe warns Christians not to let the world define romance but to examine how God is at work in the hearts of His people — knitting together hearts in a love that forever endures. In her new book, Real-Life Romance: Inspiring Stories to Help You Believe in True Love (Harvest House), each chapter tells a real-life account of how God brought together two hearts and intertwined them so completely that their love stands firm regardless of the trials of life. Readers will see how from the highest heights to the depths of sorrow true love shines brightly. They will also discover how God’s plan is for couples to love each other so deeply with His love that their marriage is a light to draw others to know Him. Stoppe wrote Real-Life Romance with the desire to meet readers, whether the readers are married, divorced, widowed or single, where they are and fill...

Part 1 of an interview with Rhonda Stoppe, author of Real-Life Romance Do you believe in true love? In a world of broken relationships and hurting people, it can seem as though heartache is all around us, marriages are doomed from the beginning and relationships aren’t worth the risk. However, in Real-Life Romance: Inspiring Stories to Help You Believe in True Love (Harvest House), Rhonda Stoppe sets out to show that heart-fluttering, long-lasting love is all around us, if we just take the time to look for it. Real-Life Romance is not a marriage self-help book; rather it is a celebration of love stories that honor Christ and are a testament of God’s faithfulness, showing that true love exists and endures. Gathered from years of ministry and from the author’s friends and family, these real-life accounts will bring laughter and tears to readers as they read of ordinary people who found extraordinary love. Stoppe believes audiences will find inspiration to: rekindle...

Rhonda Stoppe to Host Facebook Live Chat to celebrate Real-Life Romance Author will share inspiring stories of true love orchestrated by God from new book Rhonda Stoppe , author of the newly released Real-Life Romance: Inspiring Stories to Help You Believe in True Love (Harvest House/February 1, 2018), in coordination with Litfuse Publicity Group will be hosting a Facebook Live chat with readers on Tuesday, March 6, 2018 at 8:00 PM EST/5:00 PM PST . During the live hour conversation, Stoppe will be sharing the inspiration behind the new release and real-life love stories from the book, including her own. Readers will also be able to share their own love stories and ask Stoppe questions via the moderated chat section. Copies of Real-Life Romance will be given away throughout the night, and at the end of the evening, the winner of the “Make Your Own Real-Life Romance” prize pack will be announced. Stoppe’s online followers have also been sharing their stories on her R...

Whether you’re single and looking for a reason to believe in love or a parent watching your own child fall in love, Real-Life Romance by Rhonda Stoppe will inspire you to believe in life-long love.  This collection of beautiful, real-life accounts will bring laughter and tears as you enjoy each story of ordinary people who found extraordinary love. Don't let the world define romance for you! See how God is at work in the hearts of His people—knitting together hearts in a love that forever endures. Join Rhonda and other real-life romancers on March 6 for a Facebook Live party , plus enter to win the Make Your Own Real-Life Romance prize pack!   One grand prize winner will receive: One copy of  Real-Life Romance A $50 restaurant gift card A $25 movie gift card Enter today by clicking the icon below. But hurry, the giveaway ends on March 6.  The winner will be announced at Rhonda's Facebook Live Party . RSVP for a chance to connect with Rhonda and other ...

Rhonda Stoppe shares inspiring stories of true love orchestrated by God Do you believe in true love? In a world of broken relationships and hurting people, it can seem as though heartache is all around us, marriages are doomed from the beginning and relationships aren’t worth the risk. However, in Real-Life Romance: Inspiring Stories to Help You Believe in True Love (Harvest House/February 1, 2018/ISBN: 978-0-7369-7141-6/$14.99), Rhonda Stoppe sets out to show that heart-fluttering, long-lasting love is all around us, if we just take the time to look for it. Stoppe warns Christians not to let the world define romance but to examine how God is at work in the hearts of His people — knitting together hearts in a love that forever endures. Each chapter tells a real-life account of how God brought together two hearts and intertwined them so completely that their love stands firm regardless of the trials of life. Readers will see how from the highest heights to the depths of ...