Author Archives: rebeccabruner

The Slaughter of the Innocents

Matthew 2:16-18 “Then when Herod saw that he had been tricked by the magi, he became very enraged, and sent and slew all the male children who were in Bethlehem and in all its environs, from two years old and … Continue reading

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A Heart Like Mary’s–Faith

After the angel tells Mary that her relative Elizabeth is pregnant with John the Baptist, she goes immediately to the hill country of Judah to visit her. As soon as Mary’s greeting reaches her ears, Elizabeth’s baby leaps in her … Continue reading

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A Heart Like Mary’s–Humble Obedience

 I recently attended a restoration prayer  workshop where a team of people asked the Lord to reveal my original design. Because we are all God’s unique creations, each one of us reflects particular facets of His glory. One thing that … Continue reading

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Not Amanda, but Grace

Like many women, I struggle with my body image. When I don’t like what I see in the mirror, and I blame myself for it because of the things I’ve put in my mouth, I feel discouraged and unlovable. In my head, I … Continue reading

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Working The Polls

 There is nothing like working the polls to put you in touch with all that is best and worst about Americans, though interacting with my fellow citizens was the last thing on my mind when I signed up to serve … Continue reading

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One Sweet Dream Came True Today

After months of careful writing, editing and revising, after laboring long hours to proof read and re-submit the corrected files and the cover art, after all the blood, sweat and tears…the copies of Sarah’s Laughter were delivered to my doorstep … Continue reading

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God’s Promises

A few weeks ago, our pastor preached a sermon on prayer. He told the story of a Native American chief who permitted the transcontinental railroad to be built across his lands. In exchange, he was given a free pass to ride … Continue reading

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Creating a “Brand”

There is much discussion among authors these days about creating a “brand,” which is basically a phrase or slogan that characterizes what you write and why you write it. When I was thinking about what mine ought to be, I had … Continue reading

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New Website!

Inspired by a great talk on creating good author websites at my ACFW meeting this past Saturday, I have been working hard with a friend (thanks, Gabrielle) to give my website a fresh, new look. Let me know what you … Continue reading

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The Heart of Great Fiction

The heart of all great fiction, the thing which pumps lifeblood through the best stories of every genre, is courage. The characters who make a lasting impact on our souls are the ones who do not run from the conflicts … Continue reading

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