When I was 21 years old, about to graduate from college, I sat on a hill overlooking a beautiful lake in Virginia and experienced something that profoundly changed my life. I had grown up in a loving church, with loving parents, and had always believed God existed. I considered myself a “good” person. But that day in Virginia I realized that I’d never grasped what I termed the “Jesus thing” for myself…had never understood why I needed a Savior.(If you’ve ever asked yourself the same type of questions, visit the link below for helpful explanations.)
Years later, I’m a wife to a wonderful husband, a mother to two beautiful children, and enjoy terrific friendships. I’m an author, speaker, policy analyst, ministry worker, and newspaper columnist…but most of all, I know I’m the child of a loving Father.
I’m also very aware of the powerful, life-changing effects that some of my book findings have had in many lives, and I know that that power comes from Someone far beyond myself. Ultimately, I hope my audiences are being touched not primarily by me, but by Him.
An important note: Many who hear me speak or read my books or columns hold beliefs that are different from mine. A primary goal in all of my work is to investigate, analyze and share my research findings and opinions in a way that is respectful of all people. My beliefs are important to me, and I enjoy sharing my story. But we all come at life from different experiences and perspectives, and my desire is to always be respectful of others.
For questions about God, this site is interesting and helpful: www.knowgodpersonally.org