A TRUE STORY? WAS JONAH REALLY swallowed by a Whale? Was it the truth or a fable? Some have suggested that it is impossible for a man to be swallowed by a whale. Even more impossible, to live and then...
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God Looks Beyond What We See
If there is one quiet thread woven through the entire Bible, it is this: God does not value people the way we tend to value them. Human beings are irresistibly drawn to the visible—strength, beauty, height, charisma, presence. But Scripture...
Who Was Elijah? Unveiling the Fire Behind Elijah: Fire From Heaven
Elijah was not a gentle prophet. He confronted kings, defied false religion, and called down the fire of God. This behind-the-scenes post shares discoveries that shaped my novel Elijah: Fire from Heaven—and why this story still matters right now. I've...
How Much Does God Love You?
I was sitting in my comfy chair (my grandparents bought it years ago, and I cannot part with it), drinking my first cup of coffee of the morning. It was early. Very. Izzy—our Bernese Mountain dog—hopped off the couch and...
A Second-Chance Love Story Emerging from Crime, Loss, and Redemption
Why This Story Feels Different The First Rains of October is not interested in polished faith or easy answers. It explores how God works through imperfect people living within imperfect systems, and how redemption often unfolds slowly—a love story blooming through...
Elijah: Fire from Heaven Wins International Impact Book Award
Elijah: Fire from Heaven has been named a winner in the Historical Fiction category at the International Impact Book Awards. This recognition honors the novel’s depth of storytelling, historical richness, and faith-driven themes. “This award is a testament to the...
