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Navigating Risk in Ministry: A Book Review of Facing Danger by Anna Hampton
Facing danger—perhaps not the most festive topic amid the warm glow of Christmas tree lights. Yet, when we reflect on the first Advent of...

Amber Thiessen
Dec 11, 2024


Advent For Exiles | Book Review
The advent season is a beautiful time. I love the decorations, the picturesque snow blanket over the yard, the candles and dim lighting....

Amber Thiessen
Dec 4, 2024


Rediscovering Hidden Histories: Yonder Come Day by Jasmine Holmes | A Book Review
We can all agree that a story has a way of capturing our hearts and minds in a way that a textbook often cannot. That’s precisely what...

Amber Thiessen
Nov 27, 2024


Advent Reading Guide: Devotionals and Books to Prepare Your Heart for Christmas
For centuries, Christians have embraced the season of Advent as a time to prepare their hearts and minds for the coming of Christ. It’s a...

Amber Thiessen
Nov 24, 2024


From Pain to Praise: The Biblical Pattern of Lament | A Book Review of Just Be Honest by Clint Watkins
In the spirit of being honest, I left this book untouched since last year, avoiding what it might stir in me. Revisiting seasons of...

Amber Thiessen
Nov 20, 2024


On My Shelf (Nov 2024)
As we move through November, I've found myself reaching for a mix of books that have left me both inspired and challenged. Whether you're...

Amber Thiessen
Nov 13, 2024


Belong, Believe, Become: Key Takeaways from Forming Faith | A Book Review
Children’s ministry is a vital aspect of church life, serving as the foundation for the spiritual development of young believers. It goes...

Amber Thiessen
Oct 23, 2024


15 Must-Read Books for Christian Women
Throughout my blogging and writing journey, I’ve gained a deeper appreciation for the immense time and research that goes into crafting a...

Amber Thiessen
Oct 17, 2024


Biblical Encouragement for Anxious Mothers: A Mother Held Book Review
Motherhood is often described as a beautiful, life-changing journey, but what many don’t talk about is the deep undercurrent of anxiety...

Amber Thiessen
Oct 16, 2024


Women of the Word | Book Review
Do you want to be a woman of God's Word? Deep down, I believe many of us long for this to be true. Yet, almost immediately, doubt begins...

Amber Thiessen
Oct 9, 2024


The Essential Role of Community Worship: Reflections on Gather by Tony Merida
Have you ever paused to consider why gathering as a church is essential? In a time when individualism and virtual options are on the...

Amber Thiessen
Oct 2, 2024


Books on Rest, Faith, and Purpose: My Top Picks for the Month (Sept 2024)
The theme I began to notice in several of my books this month was rest. Rest in the season you’re in (even midlife) Rest in the truth of...

Amber Thiessen
Sep 25, 2024


A Guide to Inductive Bible Study: Reviewing Chasing Sacred by Mikella Van Dyke
I learned to study the Bible as an adult, during a season of closeness with the Lord. It began when the women at my church went through a...

Amber Thiessen
Sep 18, 2024


Growing in the Fruit of the Spirit: A Review of Deep Roots, Good Fruit by Kristin Couch
What does it look like to grow in the fruit of the Spirit? In my garden, I’ve grown tomatoes—carefully watering and weeding until the...

Amber Thiessen
Sep 11, 2024


Navigating Midlife in Faith: A Review of Pause by Sarah Allen
I just turned 40! 🎂 Welcome to midlife. Honestly, I’m not sure how to feel about it. It seems like a big deal. Coincidentally, just a...

Amber Thiessen
Sep 4, 2024


Rest Assured | Book Review: What Creation Teaches Us About Trusting God
Because you have made us for Yourself, and our hearts are restless till they find their rest in Thee. (Augustine of Hippo) Our hearts are...

Amber Thiessen
Aug 21, 2024


Top Books on My Shelf | August 2024 Reading List and Reviews
Are you looking for your next great read? Today, I’m excited to share a curated list of books that I believe are worth adding to your...

Amber Thiessen
Aug 14, 2024


Saved: Experiencing the Promise of the Book of Acts | Book Review
Are you looking for a personal bible study or something for your small group? As fall approaches we're on the lookout for materials to...

Amber Thiessen
Aug 7, 2024


The Joy of the Trinity | Book Review
What do you know about the Trinity? What do you believe about who God is? These are fundamental questions to our Christian faith. ...

Amber Thiessen
Jul 24, 2024


We Shall All Be Changed | Book Review
"Everyone wants to live, and everyone will die. But there’s only one way to have a life worth living and a death worth dying, and that is...

Amber Thiessen
Jul 17, 2024
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