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Bethany LaShell

Bethany S. LaShell is a writer, editor, and former college professor whose work has appeared in Christian magazines, books, and websites. A veteran homeschooler and speaker with a background in social work, Bethany brings both biblical grounding and real-life warmth to everything she writes. She lives in South Carolina with her cats, where she enjoys kayaking, hiking, music, and waiting for her kids to come visit. She is a contributing writer for Inspiration Ministries.

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Merry CHRISTmas!

About that time Caesar Augustus ordered a census to be taken throughout the Empire. This was the…


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How to Be a Cheerful Giver (Even on a Tight Budget)

What does it mean to be a cheerful giver—and how can you do it joyfully, even when money is tight?…


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Caution! Hazardous Conditions Ahead!

I just wanted to kayak through the spider lilies. A section of the Catawba River about half an hour…


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Ditch the Baggage

If you’re anything like me, you’ve made resolutions to lose weight, do devotions daily, save more…


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Embrace the Grace

 If shame has tried to name you, it’s time to embrace the grace God freely gives—and live like the…


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The Mask of False Happiness

In a world obsessed with perfection, many of us wear the mask of false happiness to hide our…


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