If you do not stand firm in your faith,       you will not stand at all.   Isaiah 7:9b (NIV) 

  Fatal Domain by Steven James is Book 2 in A Travis Brock Thriller Series. If you've never read a Steven James novel, prepare yourself to read a real "book." And by that, I mean he writes good-size novels with plots so complex you can't imagine him being able to tie all the threads together…

  Once upon a time – a long time ago . . . My caption for this old photograph: "Is that so?"    Thank you, Father, for my life, my childhood, and bringing me through those years where I couldn't find you in my rebellion. Thank you is never enough for rescuing me from myself.…

I know I write in the genre in which I should be writing. However, if – and that's a big IF – I could write in another genre, I'd be a thriller writer. There's nothing like a good thriller!  The problem with genre labels today is that publishers insist on labeling many suspense novels "thrillers"…

                        The lyrics say it all.    Father, one more time: intervene for us and bless this One Nation under God. You're the only One who can give us redemption for a season until the final chapter. Please, Lord, God Bless America. In the…

We remember. We honor you. Thank you is not enough for your sacrifice. The loss is immense. This Day is in memory of those who gave it all. We will not forget.   God, you created warriors to fight for the freedom we cherish. You knew and know each one. May those who fight today…

  Woe to those who call evil good      and good evil, who put darkness for light      and light for darkness, who put bitter for sweet      and sweet for bitter. Woe to those who are wise in their own eyes      and clever in their own sight. Woe to…

To be fair, this is not news to those of you who read or have read my blog. The thing is I believe it's an important statement. If not important, at least it's honest. And, there are variables in making it. Here's the statement: I write what I like and want to read.  In the…

                  (This is from 10/22/09)  The devil in your eyes   I’ve seen the devil in your eyes. Lovely and cruel Sweet and vicious. I’ve heard the devil in your voice. Kind and cutting Whispers and threats. Your skin is taut with fire. Touching you is like…

             Rinse and Repeat Springtime in Western Washington.    Father, thank you for the greens produced by the rains, the beautiful assortment of flowers, and all of the unique seasons. Thank you for leaving the touches of beauty to remind us of your splendor. Thank you is never enough. In…