Melanie Redd

Melanie Redd

Podcaster | Speaker | Best-Selling Author | ghostwriter | Wife | Mom

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  • [ 01/12/2023 ] How To Read Guitar Chords (Plus Free Blank Guitar Music Sheets!) Family & Parenting
  • [ 01/10/2023 ] How Can We Help with the Mental Health Needs of Women Veterans Encouragement
  • [ 01/05/2023 ] Most Frequent Reasons and Solutions for Neck Discomfort Healthy Living
  • [ 01/03/2023 ] 8 Easy, Delicious Appetizers Family & Parenting
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What is the Canon of the Bible? Discover more about the canon of the Bible and how the books of the Bible were chosen.
Christian Living

The Canon of the Bible: How the Books Were Chosen

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The Canon of the Bible: How the Books Were Chosen What is the Canon of the Bible? The Bible is the holy scripture of Christianity, containing a collection of books that are sacred and divinely […]

Thanksgiving...A time where family and friends gather to remember the blessings. Here is how to keep Christ at the center of your Thanksgiving this year. #thanksgiving #christinthanksgiving #familythanksgiving
Christian Living

How to Keep Christ at the Center of Your Thanksgiving

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Thanksgiving… A time when family and friends gather to remember the abundance of blessings bestowed upon them during the year. And, a time when a harvest of food and lighthearted fun is shared around a […]

What ministers to your soul? What makes you feel GOOD deep down inside? Learn how to be more healthy & happy this year.
Christian Living

How to be more Healthy & Happy Emotionally

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It was an gorgeous day. As my girlfriend and I set up our chairs to face the ocean, the breeze was gently blowing our hair. The temperatures were ideal, and the sounds of the surf […]

Often, I want to know what God is doing, don't you? There are times when we don't understand God & what He up to in our lives. What is He up to? Why is He allowing these things to happen? That’s what we are talking about in this post. Find hope in today's article when you drop by for a visit. #hope #whereisGod #whatisGoddoing #encouragement
Christian Living

I want to know what God is doing! (Don’t you?)

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My grandmother was an amazing seamstress. Anything with a needle and thread, she could whip into a masterpiece. She did counted-cross stitch, and she crocheted. Every piece she created was beautiful, intricate in detail, and […]

What do you need God to do for you right now? Where do you need Him to step in? Here are 5 God Will Provide Bible Verses to encourage you.
Christian Living

5 God Will Provide Bible Verses

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It was unbelievable really. She had quit her job to be home with the kids while they were babies. The very same week, her husband lost his job. All of a sudden, they had a […]

Tough seasons. Dealing with anxiety or loneliness or great disappointment. Find out How to hang on during the most difficult seasons of life.
Christian Living

How to hang on during the most difficult seasons of life

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‘Tis so sweet to trust in Jesus… ’Tis so sweet to trust in Jesus, Just to take Him at His Word; Just to rest upon His promise, And to know, “Thus saith the Lord!” Jesus, […]

Sometimes, those we love pull away from God. They drift. How can we help? Here are 7 ways to pray for that one who's drifted away from God. #driftedaway #drifted #pray #prayer
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7 Ways to Pray for that One Who’s Drifted Away from God

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I had the chance to be involved in a couple of Christian parenting events recently. Much great information was shared, and lots of good discussions took place. It was a joy to be included in […]

To follow is to... is to go after. To follow is to... move behind someone in the same direction. Following God is sometimes so easy. But other times it is difficult to step out in faith. Today, we offer 10 Bible verses that will inspire, motivate, & encourage you to follow after God wholeheartedly. Why not stop by for a visit?
Christian Living

10 Verses to Inspire You to FOLLOW After God

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To follow. To follow is to… go after. Indeed, to follow is to… move behind someone in the same direction. Following God is sometimes so easy. As He leads us into more fulfilling work, sweeter relationships, […]

There are some wonderful models of prayer in the Bible. We can take them and pray them. Here is how to make the Prayer of Jabez personal.
Christian Living

How to Make the Prayer of Jabez Personal

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It was one of the most amazing conferences I’ve ever been to. Hundreds of pastors and wives gathered to attend a special weekend at Ridgecrest Retreat Center near Black Mountain, NC. Our keynote speaker was […]

What are we to do with our lives? What has God created and called you and me to do? Let's consider answers as we discuss 'what is your life purpose?' #lifepurpose #godsplan #plansforlife #encouragement
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What is Your Life Purpose? (What has God called you to do?)

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An interesting thing happened to me recently. A friend that I’ve known for a long time asked me the strangest question.She knows I’m married to a pastor/professor and mom to two young adult kids.But, she […]

As you look ahead, do you find yourself worried, anxious, perplexed, or uncertain. Learn how to find hope for the future with Jeremiah 29:11.
Christian Living

Finding Hope for the Future (with Jeremiah 29:11)

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When you Google, “Favorite verses of all time,” this verse tops the list on so many surveys. It’s one of the first verses I ever memorized. Maybe it is for you as well? It was […]

Why does God answer some prayers and not others? Is there wisdom in the Bible about prayer? Here are 5 secrets to prayers that get answered?
Christian Living

Five Secrets to Prayers That Get Answered

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From time to time, people want to know how I got started writing books with my current publisher. It’s the craziest thing. My simple answer – I prayed and asked God to allow me to […]

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  • Will God send you everything you pray for? That's what some preachers and teachers teach. Some like Joel Osteen. But, is this the best way to teach? Is this biblical? Is this the total Gospel message? Maybe not. Here's Why I Stopped Listening to Joel Osteen (and others like him). #joelosteen #properitygospel #wholegospel
  • Some people like to paint, work in the garden, or exercise for fun. And, others love to run, or sew, or read, or watch Netflix. But, I love to visit inspirational blogs in my spare time. Here are 100 of the most inspirational Christian blogs of 2020 that I have found. Why not drop by and check out the list? #blogs #inspirationalblogs #blogs2020
  • Prosperity and success are good things, right? But, can we take these goals too far? What does the Bible teach about Prosperity Gospel Theology? #gospel #prosperitygospel @joelosteen
  • Our men love to hear certain things from us, according to my very wise husband. What are they? What do our guys want to hear from us? Here are 5 great suggestions. Why not drop by and check them out? #men #marriage #relationships
  • I’m writing to let you know that we’ve missed YOU in our church community! We really have! And, I invite you to church (or back to church)! Won't you consider coming to church or coming again to church? Find out more about why it matters. #church #backtochurch #attendchurch
  • Raising daughters in this day and age is a challenge! Here is an article packed with tips and 5 important things our girls like to hear. #everygirl #daughters #encouragemydaughters #hope
  • Where are the friends who used to pass us in the halls & sit near us in the pew? After much research, I think I've figured out why people leave church. #leavechurch #church
  • Church hurt is real. And, likely you have been hurt by the church, or someone in it. So here is an apology letter for healing your church hurt today. #churchhurt #church #findfreedom #letitgo
  • Sometimes we aren't exactly sure how to pray. Praying scripture is a great practice. Here is Turning Psalm 23 into a Personal Prayer.Sometimes we aren't exactly sure how to pray. Praying scripture is a great practice. Here is Turning Psalm 23 into a Personal Prayer.
  • Although they may not show it, boys need to hear positive words from us. Here are 5 Powerful Phrases Every Boy Wants to Hear.
  • There are some wonderful models of prayer in the Bible. We can take them and pray them. Here is how to make the Prayer of Jabez personal.
  • Often, I want to know what God is doing, don't you? There are times when we don't understand God & what He up to in our lives. What is He up to? Why is He allowing these things to happen? That’s what we are talking about in this post. Find hope in today's article when you drop by for a visit. #hope #whereisGod #whatisGoddoing #encouragement
  • Temptations abound. All of us face opportunities to be unfaithful. But there are ways to overcome. Learn how to stop an affair before it ever begins. #affair #avoidaffair #marriage #relationships #cheating
  • Are you a woman looking for a great book to read this summer? Here is a fabulous list of inspiration books for women of all ages. You'll also find great reviews and links to other wonderful sites in this post. Why not drop by for a visit today?
  • The Trinity. It’s a mysterious part of the Christian faith. How Do You Explain the Trinity? What Are the Main Points We Need to Know About the Trinity? Why is This Teaching So Important to the Christian Faith? And, Why Does the Trinity Matter to in our lives? Discover the answers to these questions and more today on the blog. Why not drop by for a little deep thinking?
  • We listen to the radio, television, magazines, and the opinions of friends. Honestly, there is so much information fighting for space in our mind that we don’t even realize what we’re remembering most of the time. In fact, we must be fighting to fill our heads with the truth. We must be proactive, choosing to fight the lies with what God says. So, rather than beginning the day reading books, newspapers, and texts from opinionated friends, let’s take a few minutes to fill our minds with truth. Here are 7 Important Truths All Christians Should Believe. #beliefs #truths #bibletruth #believethetruth #focusontruth #biblestudy
  • Relating to those of the same-sex can cause all sorts of interesting problems. Learn how to improve your relationship with your same-sex family & friends. #samesex #relationships #problems
  • Daily prayer is downright powerful. Prayer makes such a difference in our lives. Discover what to do when you're ready to start praying powerful prayers. #prayers #prayingpowerfulprayers
  • As your parents begin to grow older, how can you take care of them? Are there some best practices? Here are 30 timely tips to better care for aging parents. #agingparents #caregivers #hope
  • What is it that women really like to hear from the men in their lives? My research shows that there are 5 Positive Things Women Love to Hear.
  • There are some moments in our lives when everything falls apart. We are shattered, wounded, and broken. Here are 4 powerful steps to mending broken hearts. #brokenheart #mendingbrokenhearts
  • How do you react when you have to wait? Do you pace, get upset, pout, or respond peacefully? Find our How to Avoid the Anxiety of Waiting.
  • "Jesus is the reason for the season." We hear that phrase everywhere, don't we? Here are 8 ways we can truly make Christmas about Jesus.
  • So, why do we pray? God knows everything already anyway. Is it really needed and necessary? This article answers the question - why do you & I need to pray? (And, there's a free printable.) #pray #whypray #prayer
  • Valentine’s Day is just around the corner! Women can get in on the fun too! Here are 5 (five) loving things you can say to your man at Valentine's.
  • What is it that men really want to hear? What can women say to encourage their men? Here are 5 Simple by Powerful Words that All Men Love to Hear. #men #words #marriage #relationships
  • All around us are people who'd love to be inspired--by us! Learn how to invest in the life of a younger friend and make a huge impact!
  • As a woman, you get to choose how to treat your man. Your words and actions matter significantly. Discover five ways to show respect and honor to your man. #honor #respect #marriage #respectman #relationships

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