"This is a YA read, but adults will also enjoy and learn from this fast-paced book. I started it with every intention of reading a few chapters before bed. Five hours later I had devoured the entire book. The characters are beautifully flawed and I found myself cheering for them when they couldn’t cheer for themselves. There are some hard, but real, issues addressed in this book. I appreciate that Beckie Lindsey addresses topics that are often ignored and spotlights the reality that there is more going on that what we may ever see with our eyes. This is a great read for teens who are fighting their own battles, as well as adults who would like insight into the struggles of today’s teens and young adults face."
Josie Siler
The one thing we all need to do in 2018
I like making to-do lists. I write daily lists and I schedule things on my desk and phone calendar for future tasks and events. I also make goals for the year. After jotting down my chores, tasks, and goals, I feel organized and in control, that is until…I don’t...
Beauty from Ashes Trilogy
I have an announcement to make: Book one of my novels will be published in 2018! What's the book about? I'm glad you asked. Beauties from Ashes Trilogy "Secrets" (book one) by Beckie Lindsey Every girl has a secret she hopes the light will never find—but the demons...
Not Everyone is Joyful at Christmas: How We Can Pray
Christmastime can be extremely difficult for those who have suffered a death or loss. Rather than bringing tidings of great joy, Christmas ushers in reminders and painful memories. What if you could see grief on a map? I have a feeling all across the globe, we would...
12 STEPS TO PRAYING LIKE JESUS
The only thing the disciples asked Jesus to teach them was how to pray. “Once Jesus was in a certain place praying. As he finished, one of his disciples came to him and said, “Lord, teach us to pray, just as John taught his disciples.” (Luke 11:1 NLT) And this is how...
WHY PRAY IF GOD KNOWS EVERYTHING?
Prayer is perhaps the greatest Christian privilege and perhaps the greatest Christian failure. I think most Christians would agree that we all need to learn more about prayer and pray more often. So why then don’t we? Let’s face it—we have some prayer hang-ups. One...
PRAYERS THAT GO BEYOND THE CEILING
When my son, Kevin was about four-years-old, I bought him a helium filled balloon. As soon as we got outside, he intentionally let the balloon go. He watched as it floated higher and higher in the sky until he couldn’t see it any longer. Then he exclaimed with...
THE PRAYER COUCH
Here on Spotlight, the month of October will be dedicated to the subject of prayer. I cannot think of a better kick-off to such a pertinent and yet fundamental facet of the Christian faith. Do you believe in the power of prayer? The “Prayer Couch” at the Desert Chapel...
Behind the Photo Friday: The Baby Bandit
This little story form my friend, Josie Silver is sure to bring a smile to your face.
THE PRIORITIES TEST
Today we wrap up our theme for September: Back to School. The Priorities Test—this is our most important test in the school of life because it asks, “Who and what is most important.” When I was newly married, my husband was my top priority. I remember thinking of...
