Jedidiah and Maggie promised Lena they are hers forever. Now they have to help her believe it. Lena has the family she wanted. She is safe, loved, and wanted. But the effects of her trauma didn’t vanish just because her circumstances changed. In When God Leads, helping Lena feel secure challeng

Fearfully and Wonderfully Made | Psalm 139:13–14 There is something especially beautiful about remembering that God’s care for us began before anyone else knew us. He formed us. He knew us. And His Word calls His works marvelous. May Psalm 139:13–14 remind us today of the wonder and intentionali

Our great-grandson was born Wednesday, and we fell in love with him at first sight. Momma and Daddy are doing well as they learn about this little person who has become their whole world, moment by moment. My daughter is staying with them, helping with whatever is needed and giving them opportunit

Jedidiah and Maggie have already fought hard for the future they want together. A wedding is approaching, plans are taking shape, and then the needs of Jedidiah’s three-year-old daughter change everything. Now they’re learning to parent together while balancing work, school, family, marriage plans

For me, some of the most meaningful stories bring together faith, family, love, and the kind of redemption that reminds us people can grow and lives can change. 🙏 Faith 🏡 Family ❤️ Romance ✝️ Redemption Which one matters most to you—or are you looking for all four when you choose your next boo

One of my favorite moments in When God Leads happens at a men’s prayer breakfast. Jedidiah Matthews stands behind the lectern to give his first devotional. His hands tremble as he opens his notebook, and his voice feels small. His topic? God Uses Nobodies. This isn’t simply a lesson Jedidiah st

Some days, trouble announces itself loudly. Other days, it simply wears us down a little at a time. Either way, God does not ask us to face it alone. “God is our refuge and strength, A very present help in trouble.” — Psalm 46:1 I especially love the thought behind very present: God is not di

It’s getting close! ❤️ When God Leads, the final book in the When God series, releases September 4. Jedidiah and Maggie have already walked through so much together, but their story isn’t finished yet. New challenges will test them—and call them to keep choosing trust. Challenged. Changed. Choos

Sometimes we can only recognize God’s faithfulness after we’ve walked through the difficult season. David knew darkness, danger, and uncertainty. He also knew the God who had carried him through it all. Whatever season we are walking through today, we can trust the One who brings light into our d

This past week has let my husband and me return to something much closer to our normal routine. He is feeling better and sleeping better, and although recovery takes time, we’re headed in the right direction. That has also given me the peace of mind to get back to writing. I’m doing my final self

A throat cleared behind her. She turned. Robert stood with his arms crossed, Solomon beside him. “Why are you talkin’ to my sisters about kissin’ me?” he asked. “Why did you make that promise?” Lexi asked. Robert rounded the end of the bench and sat beside Emelia. “Lexi, kissing is part of l

How are you beating the summer heat? ☀️ Some days call for a swimming pool. Others call for hiding in the air-conditioning with something cold to drink. 😂 Iced tea, lemonade, ice water, a slushy—or maybe you have a completely different strategy. What’s your favorite way to cool off? 🧊🍋 🌿 denice

Sneak Peek Inside When God Leads 📖 Magdalene has only spent one night in Jedidiah’s care. He has known his almost-three-year-old daughter for only a couple of weeks—and neither of them is prepared for everything this new relationship will ask of them. A glimpse inside Chapter One. 💛 📖 When

Sometimes we need the reminder to keep going. Not because life is always easy, and not because we know what tomorrow will bring, but because we know God is with us. He strengthens us when we are weary, helps us when we need Him, and holds us steady when the road is difficult. Isaiah 41:10 🌿 den

Apparently, life at home continued to be interesting while we were at the hospital. 😂 Our grandson and Sophia had a little smoothie mishap while my husband was hospitalized. When we came home, we were greeted by a decidedly purple Sophia. Until I could get her bathed, I affectionately renamed her

James 1:21–22 reminds us to receive the implanted Word with meekness and then to become doers of the Word, not hearers only. When His Word takes root in our hearts, it begins to show in the way we think, speak, choose, forgive, love, and live. May we not simply read His Word today. May we carry i

“This was a great book! This story is very well written and explains how families should work and protect each other.” — Diane Brown Faith, family, romance, and learning to trust God when you can’t see where He is leading. When God Leads releases September 4 and concludes Jedidiah and Maggie’s s

Thank you so much for your prayers, kind words, and concern. I brought my husband home yesterday, and I’m very thankful to say he’s on the mend. We’re taking things one day at a time and are so grateful for every prayer offered on our behalf. ❤️

I can make plans, set goals, and fill my calendar—but God alone sees the entire road ahead. Proverbs 19:21 reminds me to do my part faithfully and trust Him with the outcome. What are you trusting God with today? 🌿 deniceperkinsauthor.com #Proverbs1921 #TrustGod #BibleVerse #ChristianTik