Charlaine Martin3 min read 
Getting to this trailhead had taken us over a gravel road that my son Tommy declared was like the surface of the moon—complete with deep craters. It was too dark to see into the woods as we drove further.After reaching our destination, Tommy and his childhood friend, Josh, didn’t delay....
Carol McLeod
A Note from Carol: One of the greatest joys of my ministry is introducing you to voices that inspire us to love Jesus more deeply. Today, I’m honored to share Amber Albee Swenson with you—an author, podcaster, and woman of unwavering faith. Amber has walked through seasons of pain, uncertainty, a
Our children / grandchildren need to know how to pray, but how can we teach them in a way they will understand? Prayer is simply talking to God but explaining that to a little one may be difficult. They may have a very active imagination but still struggle to understand...
For anyone who has placed their foot on a bicycle pedal and set out on a journey of any distance, you know the impact it can have on you.Beyond the grueling repetition of pedaling mile after mile after mile, sometimes in less than perfect weather conditions, one spends a lot...
Charlaine Martin loves showing women how every day is an adventure with God. She and her Boaz love sharing tickle bugs with their grandchildren, cycling on Florida bike trails, and putzing the skies in their single-engine plane. She is a contributing author in Love, Joy & Peace and other compilations, a speaker, and a Christian wellness coach. Some of her work has appeared in several online magazines and guest blog posts. Her book, Twice Blessed, is due for release late 2025.