Into the Fire
Passionate thoughts about the world of writing and the Power of God
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From my novel Seeing . . . From the middle of Chapter One He stared into the mirror above the sink, willing himself back to the present by focusing on his expression—clearing the evident sadness out of his eyes. It wasn’t that he wanted to forget any of it, even the…
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Those of you who've kept up with the Mitch Rapp Series since Vince Flynn passed away in 2013, recognize Kyle Mills in the above picture. The article attached to the link of Kyle's name reveals he is leaving the series and being replaced by thriller author Don Bentley, whose second…
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The Eagles had so many hits, so many great songs. This is just one of them to keep with the love theme. Hope you enjoy it. Father, no one can give the gifts of creativity except you. Thank you for the beauty, music, and all manner…
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The Outside Man by Don Bentley is the second book in the Matt Drake Series. For me, there are a few qualifications for espionage/political/military thrillers: solid heroes (or heroines or both), action-packed, necessary violence, wicked antagonist(s), and a fast pace. Usually, these…
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The mystery of the seven stars that you saw in my right hand and of the seven golden lampstands is this: The seven stars are the angels of the seven churches, and the seven lampstands are the seven churches. To the Church in Ephesus "To the angel of the church in Ephesus write: …
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Going back in time to The Famous One written as a fictional biography. A piece from the chapter titled "Different Endings". Joey got in trouble in his gym class for hiding the most popular kid’s tennis shoes. He told the teacher he hadn’t done it, but the teacher didn’t…
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Going way back to some of the best days of my youth: camping with my BFF's family at Sun Lakes State Park. We had such fun. Lord, thank you for my friends and the blessings of growing up with them. You protected us and watched over us until the day we individually met you…
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With special thanks to Liz (on Twitter) who reminded me what a great voice and some terrific songs Lou Rawls made. This is just one of them keeping to the love theme. Enjoy! Father, thank you for the beauty of music. It often reaches the soul. And may each one…
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"Seeing… is a well written novel with emotional and spiritual depth that goes beyond mere sentiment when it comes to 'second chances'.” BB "This story, set in Washington state, has it all: the supernatural, the romance, the sexual angst, the tension, and frustration that we all experience in our journey…