On Tour: The Bible Companion

 

About the Book

Book: The Bible Companion Book 7 Proverbs-Song of Songs

Author: Karen Westbrook Moderow

Genre: Bible Study

Release Date: September 6, 2025

Are you disappointed with life?

The Bible Companion Book 7 helps you reconcile the realities of life with the promises of God. A simple one-chapter-a-day format lets you engage with Scriptures without the pressure of schedules, homework, or heavy reading loads. Short daily readings and thought-provoking questions connect your story to God’s Word. For personal, group, or homeschool Bible study.

In the Books of Wisdom, God speaks to us in poetry—the language of the heart. These books reveal a God concerned not only about our minds and bodies, but also our emotions. Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Song of Songs bridge the gap between life as we hoped it would be and life as it is. If you struggle with your life’s circumstances, The Bible Companion Book 7 will help you find guidance, comfort, and strength in the poetry of men and women who searched for God in the dark and found Him.

 

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About the Author

KAREN WESTBROOK MODEROW is a Bible teacher and author who brings a storyteller’s perspective to Scripture. She holds master’s degrees in theology and creative writing and loves introducing others to Jesus through the stories told in God’s Word.

More from Karen

The Promise Box

My mother had an intricately carved wooden box approximately 4” x 3” that was passed down to her by her mother. It was called a Promise Box and held 150 small cards in assorted colors. One side had a Scripture verse, the other a prayer. Most of the verses came from Proverbs.

The Promise Box was always kept in place we passed many times a day. A place where we’d be sure to see it and be enticed to pull a card. I’d lift the lid and breathe in the musty smell of years gone by then choose a card, eager to see what message from God awaited me. The limp cards with their faded colors told me I wasn’t the first.

My mother’s Promise Box had belonged to her mother. When my mother-in-law died, I received the Promise Box that had belonged to her grandmother. By then the metal box engraved with an intricate family scene had seen better days. The hinges had broken apart. The once shiny box had darkened to near black. But I couldn’t part with it. It had to be more than 150 years old. I couldn’t help but wonder how many times those who owned it reached for a word from the Lord to get them through their day.

Most had lost children. They depended on God for daily bread literally as the Great Depression and the Dust Bowl took their family members and livelihoods. As an adult, I understood that we aren’t to treat the promises of God like fortune cookies we hope will bring us good luck. A daily visit to the Promise Box doesn’t substitute for time spent with God in prayer and His Word but it has value. The Promise Box reminds us that God is not only in the church, He is in our homes. He wants us to see Him, to reach for Him, and rely on His promises. If a little box nudges us to look to Him with expectation., then it is not only a gift we should treasure, but a treasure we should pass on.

 

Blog Stops

Book Reviews From an Avid Reader, March 19

Girls in White Dresses, March 20

She Lives To Read, March 21

A Modern Day Fairy Tale, March 22 (Author Interview)

Happily Managing a Household of Boys, March 22

Debbie’s Dusty Deliberations, March 23

Texas Book-aholic, March 24

Lots of Helpers, March 25

Cover Lover Book Review, March 26

Books Less Travelled, March 27 (Author Interview)

Truth and Grace Homeschool Academy, March 28

Life on Chickadee Lane, March 29

History, Hope & Happily Ever After, March 30 (Author Interview)

For Him and My Family, March 30

Mary Hake, March 31

Paula’s Pad of Inspiration, April 1 (Author Interview)

An Interview with Karen Westbrook

What is your favorite thing about being a writer?

Freedom and solitude. I’ve named two things but one makes possible the other. Being a writer gives me freedom—flexibility of time and projects—but also requires solitude. A productive writer must set aside time to write. If that goes against your grain, you’re not likely to stick with it. But it suits me well. I love that time alone where I can process and create with God by my side. I’ve had to develop daily routines that make room for my craft, but I can shape them to suit my personality (extroverted introvert) and my natural rhythms (early riser). That’s privilege. I can spend leisurely time with the Lord because I wake up early (3:00-4:00 am) and write for several hours before the household awakes.

What was the best money you spent as a writer?

First was paying for education that equipped me to write—MFA, seminary, writer’s conferences. Second was buying a big screen monitor which allows me to see resources and documents that I’m comparing for editing at the same time.

How do you come up with story lines/book topic?
Because I’m going through the Bible chapter by chapter in The Bible Companion, I read the text first and ask the Holy Spirit to show me to what God is telling us about Himself in the passage and what word does He want people to take away. I always have ideas about the text, but I don’t know what people most need to hear. I rely on the Holy Spirit to help me point to Jesus and our hope in Him.

Why do you write in your particular genre?

I intended to write fiction but felt God calling me to write a series that would make His Word more accessible to people first. I think The Bible Companion may be a “first fruits” work and I will be released to write fiction after I complete it. We shall see.

What is one thing you wish you could do?

Sing with a strong, clear, beautiful voice. I’ve always sung in choirs and ensembles but have a blending voice. When I plan and direct worship services not having a strong voice makes leading difficult. I always have to have someone lead with me I pray will catch the vision of where I believe the Spirit is leading. Writing this, I can appreciate why God limited my singing ability. I tend to do too much on my own. 

Giveaway

To celebrate her tour, Karen is giving away the grand prize of a $50 Amazon Gift Card!!

Be sure to comment on the blog stops for extra entries into the giveaway! Click the link below to enter.

https://gleam.io/Y0MR0/the-bible-companion-book-7-proverbs-song-of-songs-celebration-tour-giveaway

On Tour: Fear, Faith & Freedom

 

About the Book

Book: Fear, Faith, & Freedom, Breaking Through Life’s Challenges with God’s Help

Author: Jenn Dafoe-Turner

Genre: Christian Memoir/Devotional

Release Date: November 25, 2025

Fear, Faith, and Freedom: Breaking Through Life’s Battles with God’s Help is a raw, redemptive journey from despair to deliverance. With deep vulnerability and spiritual clarity, author Jenn Dafoe-Turner invites readers into her story of pain, trauma, addiction, and ultimately, transformation through the power of Jesus Christ. Blending compelling personal narrative with creative retellings of Scripture, this book offers readers more than a testimony—it offers a path toward healing and wholeness.

Each chapter explores a different “battle” of life—fear, addiction, shame, identity, self-sabotage, church hurt, and more—and how God’s truth can bring lasting victory. Through heartfelt storytelling, biblical wisdom, and practical reflection, Jenn shows that freedom isn’t found in fixing ourselves but in surrendering completely to the One who sets captives free.

Structured as a spiritual memoir with devotional elements, each chapter concludes with a “gentle challenge,” reflection questions, a Scripture memory verse, and a heartfelt prayer. This format makes the book ideal for personal study, recovery groups, or women’s ministry settings.

Whether you are struggling with your own dark night of the soul or mentoring others through theirs, Fear, Faith, and Freedom will remind you that no battle is too great for God. His love meets us in the most broken places—and leads us, one step at a time, into a life marked by courage, hope, and the certainty of His grace.

 

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About the Author

Jenn Dafoe-Turner is a pastor, author, and spiritual midwife who helps birth purpose and nurture hope in the lives of others. Drawing from her own journey of brokenness, healing, and faith, Jenn walks alongside people in seasons of transition—guiding them to hear God’s voice, embrace their identity, and step boldly into their calling.

With decades of ministry experience, Jenn combines biblical wisdom with practical coaching to create safe spaces for transformation. Through her writing, speaking, and coaching, she equips others to trade fear for faith, move from confusion to clarity, and discover the joy of living out their God-given purpose.

As the Spiritual Midwife, Jenn’s heartbeat is simple: “Where truth is formed, purpose is born.”

More from Jenn

Fear, Faith & Freedom: Why This Book Had to Be Written

There are moments in life when fear speaks louder than faith.

Moments when freedom feels distant.

Moments when we wonder if God is still working—even here.

Fear, Faith & Freedom: Breaking Through Life’s Challenges with God’s Help was written for those moments.

I didn’t write this book because I had life figured out. I wrote it because I didn’t.

Why I Wrote Fear, Faith & Freedom

This book was born out of lived experience—through seasons of uncertainty, surrender, recovery, and deep wrestling with God. I have walked through fear that felt paralyzing, faith that felt fragile, and freedom that came one step at a time.

For years, I carried the quiet question many believers hold close to their hearts: Why, God? Why this path? Why this pain? Why me?

What I discovered is that God often does His deepest work not in the absence of fear, but in the midst of it. Faith isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about learning to trust the One who does. And freedom isn’t a single moment; it’s a journey of daily choosing truth over lies.

This book is my offering to those who feel stuck between where they are and where they long to be.

What’s Inside the Book

Fear, Faith & Freedom is part devotional, part reflection, and part invitation.

Inside these pages, readers will find:

• Honest stories of struggle, surrender, and spiritual growth
• Biblical insights that meet real-life challenges head-on
• Reflective prompts that invite readers to pause, pray, and engage personally
• Encouragement without platitudes—because healing doesn’t happen through clichés
• A clear message of hope: God is present, purposeful, and faithful, even in the mess

Rather than offering quick fixes, this book walks alongside readers, reminding them that God’s help is not distant or delayed—He is near, attentive, and deeply compassionate.

What Readers Can Expect

This is not a book that talks at you.

It’s a book that sits with you.

Readers can expect to feel:

• Seen in their questions
• Understood in their struggles
• Gently challenged to release fear
• Invited to trust God more deeply
• Encouraged to step into lasting freedom

Whether someone is navigating grief, addiction recovery, burnout, faith fatigue, or simply longing for deeper peace, this book offers space to breathe and room for God to work.

Who This Book Is For

Fear, Faith & Freedom is for:

• The believer who feels weary but the seeker who wants faith that feels real, not rehearsed
• The reader who needs reassurance that God still shows up
• Anyone ready to move forward—even if they’re taking small steps

If you’ve ever wondered whether God can bring beauty out of broken places, this book is for you.

Because fear does not get the final word.

Faith is still alive.

And freedom—true, God-given freedom—is possible.

Blog Stops

Simple Harvest Reads, March 4 (Author Interview)

Book Reviews From an Avid Reader, March 5

Artistic Nobody, March 6 (Author Interview)

Debbie’s Dusty Deliberations, March 7

Guild Master, March 8 (Author Interview)

Fiction Book Lover, March 9 (Author Interview)

A Modern Day Fairy Tale, March 10 (Author Interview)

Truth and Grace Homeschool Academy, March 11

Books Less Travelled, March 12 (Author Interview)

History, Hope & Happily Ever After, March 13 (Author Interview)

Locks, Hooks and Books, March 13

Paula’s Pad of Inspiration, March 14 (Author Interview)

Texas Book-aholic, March 15

Vicky Sluiter, March 16 (Author Interview)

For the Love of Literature, March 17 (Author Interview)

Mary Hake, March 17

Author Interview

What is your favorite thing about being a writer? — My favorite thing about writing is that the possibilities are endless of what I can write about. Everyday there are lessons to be seen and learned. God shows up in the mundane moments of life and turns them around.

What was one of the most surprising things you learned in creating your books? — My English teachers were right, if I had followed the writing process my writing would be that much stronger.

Can you share a real-life event that inspired your writing? — I wrote a short devotional for church and a lady said to me, “I wonder what God will do with that talent?” I won’t forget anytime soon because it was a confirmation of something I was too scared to dream.

What is one thing you wish you could do? — I have always wanted to be able to sing but I am not gifted in this area. As a matter of fact, the only note I can carry are in hymnals…lol I sure do admire those who can sing. One of my favorite musicians is one of my friends and when she plays when she thinks no one is listening, is breathtaking. She makes her instrument sing.

What was your favorite childhood book and why? This is a hard question. I have so many. In the Heat of the Night. The Sweet Valley High Series. Ramona the Pest. I fell in love with reading when I was learning to read. I was an advanced reader. It was the first time I remember feeling proud of myself at school. I devoured books and was soon reading small chapter books. Books offered an escape from the daily reality to another world. Worlds where I could put myself in the story and run away.

Giveaway

To celebrate her tour, Jenn is giving away the grand prize of a $50 Amazon Gift Card and a signed copy of the book!!

Be sure to comment on the blog stops for extra entries into the giveaway! Click the link below to enter.

https://gleam.io/P9bMt/fear-faith-freedom-breaking-through-lifes-challenges-with-gods-help-celebration-tour-giveaway

Talkshow Thursday: Welcome David Mathews

A GUEST BLOG POST

By David Mathews

I have enjoyed writing since I was old enough to correctly hold a #2 pencil, but my first book wasn't published until I was 60 years young. I guess that makes me a bit of a procrastinator; however, in my own defense, I've made up for lost time since then! God has gifted me with a rather active imagination, and I desire to use that to encourage others and to glorify Him. My motivation comes from 1 Peter 4:10, “As every man hath received the gift, even so minister the same one to another, as good stewards of the manifold grace of God.” My latest Christian fiction novel is Pig-Sty High: When Pigs Fly, a lighthearted, humorous, small-town tale with an uplifting spiritual message.

When Jason Wisniewski moves to Piggottsville, Arkansas, to start his teaching career, he never expected to find a town so much in need of a pick-me-up. Taking on the role of history teacher and football coach, Jason quickly realizes that he may have bitten off more than he can chew. Even the people in the community see the high school as a joke, and their attitude is rubbing off on the misfit students of Piggottsville High. But sometimes, it takes just one person to believe that a pig can fly before it will. Determined to turn things around for his new hometown, Jason decides to take on the impossible—with the help of the God of the impossible. As he sets about on changing things for the better, Jason will have to face his own fears and deal with an unlikely lot of football players, who may not be winners but can certainly tell you a thing or two about pigs! In a world focused on negative things, Pig-Sty High brings humor into some serious topics and helps the reader to lighten up a little bit when things get tough.

Here is an excerpt from Chapter 6: There's a Skunk in My Classroom!

“Does anyone else notice that?” I asked, sniffing again. “What’s that smell?”

“It’s Skunk!” someone blurted out.

“Skunk!” My adrenaline shot through the roof. “There’s a skunk in here? Everyone, stay calm! I want

you all to slowly get up and walk quietly out of the room. Leave your books and backpacks where they are.” I waved them toward the door, but they weren’t budging. Instead, they were laughing. “Quickly now! I don’t want anyone to get sprayed or bitten. Wild animals can be dangerous!” They were rolling on the floor. I stopped and stared at my class. “What’s going on here? What’s so funny?”

“It’s not a wild animal, Mr. Wisniewski,” Jackson Pressley answered, laughing so hard he could barely form the words. “It’s Willard!”

That was just swell! First guns, then paint, then matches. Now a skunk named Willard. In my classroom, no less! I was beginning to wonder if I’d ever make it to graduation alive. “All right, then; so where’s the skunk?” I demanded firmly. “Would somebody please tell me where this Willard is?”

“He’s right there, teacher.” Jimmy Dean pointed to a scrawny boy slunk down in the corner desk, which had been pulled apart from the others. His hair was a tangled, sandy-brown mop, and his face and arms looked like he hadn’t bathed in years. He was dressed in a soiled T-shirt and filthy jeans full of holes that weren’t meant to be fashion statements. His formerly white tennis shoes were a grimy gray color, and his untied, frayed laces posed a major tripping hazard. He eased up his hand and waved at me.

Purchase Link: https://books2read.com/u/bzl022

Social Media Links:

Website: www.davidjmathews.com
Email: davidmathews.author@yahoo.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/davidmathews.author
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/David-Mathews/author/B07G3K4S4K

Photo credits:

Author photo and book image: Courtesy of David Mathews

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