
Sprinkling Joy into Family Life w/ Special Guest Karen Whiting
04/03/25 • 15 min
Couldn't we all use a little more joy in our lives? Join award-winning author and international speaker Karen Whiting, who will share simple ways you can sprinkle joy into your family life. Cultivating a space for joy in the home doesn't have to be complicated. Karen shares natural practices for family life that will bless your home. Listen in and be encouraged!
Author of thirty-four books, Karen writes to strengthen families and loves to splash creativity in her writing. She's an award-winning author, a certified writing and marketing coach, international speaker, and former television host. She’s sold more than 1000 articles for more than sixty periodicals and is a kingdom impact advisor for the Lion's Den DFW. Fun fact: the Ministry of Israel chose her as one of four Christian journalists to take on a tour of Israel this year. Karen writes for The Write Conversation Blog and crosswalk.com, and serves as a researcher for biblical archeology film maker Tim Mahoney.
To find out more about Karen and her books visit her website and follow her on social media.
PLUS: Download her free 37 page booklet with ideas and activities for Lent, Easter and Spring, perfect for sprinkling more joy into your family time this season.
Website: https://karenwhiting.com/
FREE DOWNLOAD: https://karenwhiting.com/resources/1-1147.pdf
Social Media Links:
FB https://www.facebook.com/KarenHWhiting
Twitter https://twitter.com/KarenHWhiting
Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/KarenWhiting/
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Linked in https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenhwhiting/
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/authorkarenwhiting/
Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Karen-Whiting/e/B002BMMFBW
Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkAaItg7dTtzW64MYcP1SA
Bookbub https://www.bookbub.com/profile/karen-whiting
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Couldn't we all use a little more joy in our lives? Join award-winning author and international speaker Karen Whiting, who will share simple ways you can sprinkle joy into your family life. Cultivating a space for joy in the home doesn't have to be complicated. Karen shares natural practices for family life that will bless your home. Listen in and be encouraged!
Author of thirty-four books, Karen writes to strengthen families and loves to splash creativity in her writing. She's an award-winning author, a certified writing and marketing coach, international speaker, and former television host. She’s sold more than 1000 articles for more than sixty periodicals and is a kingdom impact advisor for the Lion's Den DFW. Fun fact: the Ministry of Israel chose her as one of four Christian journalists to take on a tour of Israel this year. Karen writes for The Write Conversation Blog and crosswalk.com, and serves as a researcher for biblical archeology film maker Tim Mahoney.
To find out more about Karen and her books visit her website and follow her on social media.
PLUS: Download her free 37 page booklet with ideas and activities for Lent, Easter and Spring, perfect for sprinkling more joy into your family time this season.
Website: https://karenwhiting.com/
FREE DOWNLOAD: https://karenwhiting.com/resources/1-1147.pdf
Social Media Links:
FB https://www.facebook.com/KarenHWhiting
Twitter https://twitter.com/KarenHWhiting
Pinterest https://www.pinterest.com/KarenWhiting/
Goodreads https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/8013720.Karen_Whiting
Linked in https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenhwhiting/
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/authorkarenwhiting/
Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Karen-Whiting/e/B002BMMFBW
Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWkAaItg7dTtzW64MYcP1SA
Bookbub https://www.bookbub.com/profile/karen-whiting
Love this episode? Leave a positive rating/review by scrolling down to the bottom of this page. Your reviews are so important and so appreciated! Please share this episode with a friend ❤️
For more information and helpful resources, visit our websites at:
https://www.sandrakaychambers.com/
Find our books on Amazon:
Karen Ferguson: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Karen-Ferguson/author/B075SHZ1WV?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true
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Author Interview with Jennifer Noel Wilson
Join us to welcome guest author Jennifer Noel Wilson, who will share about her award-winning children's picture book, The Best Trophy. I love recommending wholesome books for parents to share with their kids, and this one is a special one you will definitely want to add to your child's bookshelf!
Listen in as Jennifer shares about her writing journey; the spark of inspiration for her adorable picture book; plus uses her 25 years' of ministry experience to answer the question: what simple advice can you give parents to help instill in their kids a love for God's Word.
Jennifer is an award-winning children’s author published in Clubhouse Jr., Cadet Quest, and Keys for Kids devotional. Her picture book, The Best Trophy, won the Christian Editor’s Choice Award for excellence. With her master's degree from Wheaton College, she has over 25 years of ministry experience. When not writing, Jennifer enjoys training for triathlons, serving in bible clubs, and adventuring with her family.
Be sure to check out her website, order her book, and follow her on social media: Website: JenniferNoelWilson.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenn.n.wilson.author/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/authorjennifernwilson
LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-n-wilson-0797801b8/
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Amazon book: https://a.co/d/55sOOnw
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Find our books on Amazon:
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How to Have Meaningful Spiritual Conversations with Young Children w/ Crystal Bowman
Meet Crystal Bowman, best-selling and award-winning author of more than 100 books for children and families as she shares helpful ways we can have meaningful spiritual conversations with our kids.
It's never too early to start to instill spiritual truths within our children, and it doesn't have to be complicated or overly formal. Crystal shares powerful ways to point our kids to God through nature and natural conversations in everyday activities. Crystal also shares about her new children's picture book R is for Risen published by Tyndale Kids. A beautifully illustrated, creative and engaging resource to share the Easter story with young readers, be sure to grab a copy for your kids, grandkids, nieces, nephews, and neighbors by clicking the links below!
Crystal is a bestselling, award-winning author and also writes stories for Clubhouse Jr. magazine, lyrics for children’s piano music, and Bible activity books. She has written books for popular children’s series such as Little Blessings, BOZ the Bear, I Can Read!, and The Berenstain Bears. She also writes devotions for children, Bible storybooks, board books, and picture books. When Crystal is not writing or editing, she enjoys spending time with her 8 huggable grandkids who are spread out over 3 different states. Crystal and her husband live in Florida so they can avoid snowstorms.
Order R is for Risen :
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/R-Risen-ABC-Easter-Story/dp/149648729X
Tyndale House Publishers: https://www.tyndale.com/p/r-is-for-risen/9781496487292?srsltid=AfmBOopHV30o2VB2LCL6OqdIyyP0xJkE6hAzdcxYXUCj_AN1C25tl4Aa
Visit Crystal's Website: http://www.crystalbowman.com
Social Media Links:
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http: Instagram.com/crystalbowmanauthor
http://christianchildrensauthors.com/
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Karen Ferguson: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Karen-Ferguson/author/B075SHZ1WV?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true
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