Christine M. Chappell, Author at Christine M. Chappell

When Sinners Say I Do | Dave Harvey | Christine M. Chappell Book Review

When Sinners Say “I Do” by Dave Harvey | #bookschristineread

At first, I recognized the title. Then, I recognized the cover. Finally, I realized Brett and I had purchased this book on our Kindle a few years ago, and there it has remained, held hostage by the loss of the Kindle’s power cord. Personally, I don’t enjoy reading eBooks—power cord or no, I wouldn’t have read it. […]

9 years ago

Clean Home Messy Heart Podcast | Christine M. Chappell

Grace in Gethsemane | Matthew 26:36-46

In this special episode, Christine reflects on the night of Jesus’ betrayal in the garden of Gethsemane by sharing five points of grace found in the passage of Matthew 26:36-46. This message is meant to have listeners learn more about Christ’s spiritual agony and physical passion which began that night, increasing a profound appreciation for his […]

9 years ago

The Olive Branch | 2 Corinthians 5:17-19

In this episode, Christine discusses the issue of pride when it comes to reconciling relationships, and a recent conviction that helped her realize the ultimate motivation for being a peacemaker. This week’s featured scripture is 2 Corinthians 5:17-19: Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new […]

9 years ago

Clean Home, Messy Heart Podcast Now Available on iTunes

I’m excited to finally share that the Clean Home, Messy Heart podcast is officially available on iTunes! This weekly podcast devotion aims at helping women get out of their heads and into God’s word through storytelling, featured scripture, and prompts that challenge listeners to go deeper into their reading and study of the bible. Episodes will […]

9 years ago

Crockpot Fail | Psalm 119:162

Join Christine as she reflects upon her latest crockpot failure and how God used it to reveal a hidden heart attitude when approaching familiar bible verses. This episode’s featured scripture is Psalm 119:162: I rejoice at your word like one who finds great spoil. (ESV) Episode Challenge Resources Download the podcast journal page (click here). Episode’s […]

9 years ago

Faithful Sparrow | Author Christine M. Chappell | C.S. Lewis | The Screwtape Letters | Book Review

The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis | #bookschristineread

This review is quite different from the others I have written thus far. It’s actually a bit strange to not toot the horn of a book as loudly as I have previously, but I figured that in fairness I would share my likes and dislikes about this book because it’s worth it and well-deserving of […]

9 years ago

Faithful Sparrow | Author Christine M. Chappell

Pilgrim’s Progress by John Bunyan | #bookschristineread

Have you ever heard of an allegory? I haven’t, until this book was delivered courtesy of my much beloved Amazon Prime free two-day shipping. Reading Pilgrim’s Progress couldn’t have been more timely for me, as I could relate to the struggles depicted in the story, finding comfort, solace, and encouragement between its pages. Author John Bunyan adeptly puts […]

9 years ago

Dear Year-Ago Me, It’s Worse, Yet So Much Better

Dear Year-Ago Me, I know you are dealing with a lot and things feel so chaotic right now. Dealing with these circumstances was not part of your plan, but it’s the hand you’ve been given to play. True, you’ve struggled with this hopelessness many times before, but I know this round is different altogether. It’s […]

9 years ago

Faithful Sparrow | Author Christine M. Chappell | C.S. Lewis | The Great Divorce | Book Review

The Great Divorce by C.S. Lewis | #bookschristineread

It may come as some surprise that this is only my second time through one of Mr. Lewis’ highly acclaimed classics; the first journey having been in the pages of A Grief Observed. Although the two titles vary in category (the fiction of this recent read versus the non-fiction of the latter), the brilliance of Lewis’ […]

9 years ago

Faithful Sparrow | Author Christine M. Chappell | Word-Filled Women's Ministry | Book Review

Word-Filled Women’s Ministry by Gloria Furman & Kathleen B. Nielson | #bookschristineread

Dare I say I was a tad bit giddy when this book released, if only because of the title. In a time when my own ministry purposes seemed to be up in the air, this book offered page after page of affirmations which added fuel to a fire I suspected was already burning. There were many wonderful […]

9 years ago

Side by Side by Edward T. Welch | #bookschristineread

“Practical Guidance for Loving Others Well” I eyeballed this book for some time online before I finally pulled the trigger (or should I say, clicked the mouse) to purchase it. I’m certainly glad I did not let it fall off my radar. Fitting this book into your reading schedule this coming New Year will certainly be a […]

9 years ago

Life Together | Dietrich Bonoeffer | Christine M. Chappell | Book Review | Faithful Sparrow

Life Together by Dietrich Bonhoeffer | #bookschristineread

A classic exploration of Christian community, indeed. If you are currently in the process of learning to be a disciple-maker or are presently being discipled, I would highly recommend this book to reinforce what you are learning about the importance of growing alongside a body of Jesus-followers. Merely interested in learning why being actively connected […]

9 years ago

What to Do When You Don’t Know What to Do

If you’re like me, you are probably-right this moment-facing a situation of conflict, change or uncertainty and have no clue what should be done about it. Though I have grown used to these sorts of dilemmas over the past few years, I continue to fight for solutions and quick-fixes, leaving me hopeless and frustrated. It’s […]

9 years ago

Bonding Over Books: Happiness by Randy Alcorn

Interested in joining us on a trip through Randy Alcorn’s newest release, Happiness? Here are a few simple steps to get started: 1.) Buy the book (click here for link to amazon). 2.) Join the Facebook Group “Coffee Chats | Bonding Over Books” (click here for link to group page). 3. ) Finish reading the book by […]

9 years ago

Video: Counterfeit Gods with Timothy Keller

What thing, if you lost it, could almost mean that you would lose the will to live? What thing, if you lost it, could mean that almost all significance and value would be drained out of your life? Whatever that thing is… the bible calls it an ‘idol’. Timothy Keller makes an excellent introduction to the topic […]

9 years ago