Author Lind had my heart so wrapped around Brother Van that I actually shed a tear or two with the mourners in the last chapter. Now, that is a well written book!

Montana is my birthplace. I spent most of my growing years in . . .

I have finished the first draft of the book!!

Yes, I realize there will be editing and rewriting to do. But the rough draft is complete! I was amazed at how quickly it came together after all my false starts. When God calls you to something, He really does provide!

Now I must take a step into the unknown. . . I know nothing about publishing. If you have a suggestion, I would love to hear from you.

Below is what I have planned for the back of the book. Please tell me if it makes you want to buy and read the book.

Ephesians – Identity and Unity in Christ

Discover how your identity in Christ makes you beautiful and powerful. Be inspired by the testimonies and devotions to partner with God to create glory and beauty.

Features:

• -12 chapter Devotional Bible Study

• -Individual and group components

• -No DVDs to purchase

• -True life testimonies

• -Heart rending reflections

• -Thought provoking scriptures

• -Plenty of journal space

Benefits:

• - Discover your true identity in Christ

• - Uncover the mystery of Christ

• - Rise up in your authority “in Christ”

• - Experience the power of Declarations

• - Confidently walk in your destiny

Cindy has written numerous Bible studies for churches and small groups. This is her first one for public distribution.

Loyal Friends and Followers,

I am taking a short break from posting . . . to Finish the Book!

God has had a book on my heart, and I have started writing it several time over the last few years. However, the book was still incubating in my heart and mind. Finally, the season to write has arrived! God has lit a fire in my bones; each morning I can’t wait to get in front of the computer to write!! I am delighted to share with you that I am halfway through the writing phase!

When I return to posting in 4 weeks, I hope to report that the writing is finished. Since this is my first book, I don’t know how long the publishing process takes. But I hope to have the book available for Christmas next year.

The book is a devotional on our identity in Christ from the book of Ephesians. It is designed primarily as a personal devotional, but I am including questions so that it can be used in small groups as well. I appreciate any prayer support you are willing to lend.

May He bless you with His favor!

We have just returned from Yellowstone and the Grand Tetons National parks. I am always impressed by how near God seems in nature. I love to hike through the trees with the scent of the pines. I marvel at God’s handiwork in the majestic mountains . . .

Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creature. . . . 2 Corinthians 5:17

We use this verse to encourage ourselves and others to leave our guilt and shame behind. We encourage each other to see ourselves as God sees us: a new creation in Christ Jesus. But that is not how Paul, . . . .

Jesus was constantly teaching and training His disciples. Jesus’ every action, His every word, was for their learning . . . and ours! I have just realized that the feeding . . .

I placed my mantle of authority and anointing upon my successor, just like Elijah threw his cloak over Elisha. Elijah’s cloak was probably linen or some other natural fabric. The one I placed on her shoulders was a gold, sparkly . . . .

Scripture is full examples like King Ahab. No matter how far His people have fallen away from Him, God shows them mercy when they turn their face to Him. . . .

Today, I am astonished, again, by God’s grace to the repentant. King Ahab gets my vote for the most, evil king in the whole history of Israel. He followed idols and . . .

Here’s the secret: The gospel of grace has made you, non-Jewish believers, into coheirs of His promise through your union with Him. And you have now become members of His body – one with the Anointed One! Ephesians 3:6 TPT

With the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, the secret is out. God intended, from eternity past, to . . . .

The story of King Jeroboam, first king of divided Israel (c. 920 BC), is so filled with drama and intrigue that it would make a great movie. How has Hollywood missed this opportunity? Are there no Bible readers in Hollywood?

My opening scene would be the prophet Ahijah tearing Jeroboam’s new cloak into 12 pieces . . . .

Margie was already a grandma with white hair when I met her. Yet, she was one of the most beautiful women in my life. She was a volunteer at the prayer ministry I had just joined. I loved serving on Margie’s prayer team because she bubbled with joy and enthusiasm for the Lord. Often when she spoke of her Savior, her passion . . .