Kindling Blog | Igniting Fires in Hearts and Minds

Sometimes we get a special Christmas story—and the opportunity to keep Jesus warm.

Guest postsJudy DouglassDecember 15, 2019Christmas, Baby Jesus, nativity Comments

Books Make Wonderful Gifts 2—Life-changing Reads

Reading is still a friend, a passion, more than a way to pass time for many. These six books will encourage, strengthen, transform and bless them—they will be grateful for your gift.

True FollowersJudy DouglassDecember 4, 2019books, Christmas gifts, Christmas, giftsComment

Books Make Wonderful Gifts 1—for Those Who Love a Prodigal

Loving a ProdigalJudy DouglassNovember 29, 2019books, Christmas gifts, Christmas, gifts Comments

Join Me at The Wonder Years Gathering

The second half is better with friends…

True FollowersJudy DouglassNovember 21, 2019over 40, womenComment

Words that Bless: From Readers of When You Love a Prodigal

Rejoice with me in these encouraging words about When You Love a Prodigal.

her.BIBLE: God's Word in Women's Voices

Sometimes you would rather listen to than read the Bible. Here it is in many different women’s voices.

Becoming Kindling, Learned from ChildrenJudy DouglassNovember 7, 2019Bible, audio Bible, women's voicesComment

Music for Your Prodigal Wilderness

Music is sometimes the best help when you are in the midst of a prodigal wilderness.

Judy DouglassOctober 24, 2019 Comments

Becoming an Ambassador 3: Called to Serve

Jesus has appointed us as His Ambassadors. One part of that calling is to serve.

Judy DouglassOctober 14, 2019Comment

We Are All Prodigals

We can recognize the prodigal in those making destructive life decisions. But do we see our own prodigalness?

Judy DouglassSeptember 25, 2019 Comments

Growing a Tender Heart for Prodigals and Those Who Love Them

They break our hearts. Pain, tears, anger. But God will grow grace and mercy.

On Launching a Book: Giving and Selling--Yourself

Publishing a book is a rewarding event. Getting there is a challenging adventure.

Four Steps to Extending and Enjoying Hospitality by Leslie Verner

Guest postsJudy DouglassAugust 29, 2019hospitality, friends, neighbors, InvitationComment

A Glimpse into When You Love a Prodigal: A Long Way Off by Dan Wolgemuth

When you love a prodigal, it’s a long journey. How do you keep going with a loved one who is breaking your heart?

She's Still Drinking from the Saucer

Kingdom WomenJudy DouglassAugust 15, 2019kingdom women, death, sisters Comments

A Closer Walk with Christ Part 2 by Steve Douglass

True FollowersJudy DouglassAugust 8, 2019walking with Christ, walk with God Comments