I had to leave this scene on the cutting floor. But I can share it with you here.Read the rest of Joseph's story (and Mary's, Elizabeth's, the shepherd's, Simeon's, and more) in Our Stories: Hope's Arrival.Please note: Since this scene was cut e...
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Have you ever wondered what the shepherds thought when the angels brought them news of Jesus' birth. What were they doing? How did it change them?Wonder + Sanctified Imagination = The Shepherd's Story from Our Stories: Hope's ArrivalAmazon has finall...
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Silent NightThe crowds push and argue, searching for a morsel of food and a corner where they can sleep.Holy NightA resident curses under his breath as one more family member knocks on his door.All is calmTempers flare as travelers find themselves un...
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Maybe not. Read on for more. As those who have The Truth living in us, Christians ought to seek Truth in all things. Join me as we look at some of our traditions and assess how they line up with Truth. One of my favorite parts of writing historical f...
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Who were Zechariah (Zachariah, Zacharias) and ElizabethLuke 1:5-23, 39-80First, Luke wrote in Greek so Zechariah’s name is a transliteration. Which spelling is correct? Any of them are possible, they’re all the same person.I write Biblical fiction to...
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by Deborah GatchelI was hopelessly lost in sin with no way home, But God provided a way. Anger and pain consumed me, But God provided a way. Confusion and chaos reigned in my life, But God provided a way. Regret and defe...
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Historicity of the First ChristmasOne of my favorite parts of writing historical fiction is researching in order to build an accurate picture of the characters' lives. In this series, I share some of the insights I've gathered. Check out the book lin...
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Twelve thousand people died on the Temple Mount that day, cut down by the Roman general who was called in to settle a succession dispute between two brothers.Let’s back up a couple centuries to get the full story.I write Biblical fiction to support m...
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