Happy National Author’s Day

During my journalism days, I had the honor of writing for various publications including The New York Times and Latina magazine.

Writing for newspapers and national magazines was a thrill for this NYU grad with a master’s degree in journalism, but I gotta say the writing I do these days is a different kind of honor and delight.

I didn’t grow up wanting to write books. That idea never crossed my mind when I was a little girl scribbling in my journal, a high school and college newspaper reporter or even as a journalist.

That idea seemed even more outrageous after the Lord asked me to lay down my successful journalism career.

If you would’ve told me years ago that I would become a Christian author, I would have laughed at you.

But God!

On this National Author’s Day, I’m reflecting and rejoicing at how surreal it is for me to have written five Christian living books and devotionals, to be working on Book 6 and to now be a contributing writer for Our Daily Bread‘s VOICES Collection.

As a journalist, I would never write about my own story or faith or God.

But when God calls, He equips.

I’m grateful for God’s call on my life.

It’s still so rare to see Latina Christian authors writing Christian books in English.

I so appreciate your support and prayers.

Being a writer can seem glamourous. Maybe it is for some.

For me, it’s more of a call and a responsibility.

It’s also a great joy. The exhorter and evangelist in me delights in inspiring and uplifting Readers as they walk by abounding faith, hope and love and dare to live their God-given dreams.

I pray my books will continue to encourage and empower and edify Readers near and far. I pray that your faith is fueled, your hope ignited and your heart set ablaze with the love of God!

Feisty Faith, By Faith, Crossing Your Jordan River, Abounding Faith and Waiting on God Well have inspired Pastors, Pastor’s wives, missionaries, chaplains, ministry leaders, Bible school and Christian college students, Christian counselors, women in shelters, nursing home residents and people just starting out on their Christian walk. Abounding Faith’s books are filled with inspiring Bible verses, action steps, prayer prompts, space to journal and more. Readers are located in 15 states, 10 countries (outside of the United States) and on 5 continents.

All glory to God!

If my books and blog are inspiring you, I would love to hear from you and would greatly appreciate you telling others about Abounding Faith’s books.

Here are a few ways you can show your support for Abounding Faith’s books on National Author’s Day and beyond:

  • Order copies of Abounding Faith’s books, in print or on Kindle, on Amazon.
  • Bless your friends, loved ones, your local library, church or your favorite nonprofit with copies of Abounding Faith’s books.
  • Leave a kind review and rating on Amazon.

I look forward to sharing more writing news with you soon. A great way to stay tuned to all that’s going on at Abounding Faith is by signing up for the mailing list. Blessings!

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Happy 1st Anniversary to Feisty Faith & Happy National Book Month

Happy National Book Month and happy first anniversary to Feisty Faith: Trusting God Day by Day, the 365-day devotional that has been encouraging and empowering Readers near and far.

If you’ve been inspired by the uplifting entries in Feisty Faith, I’d love to know. A kind review and rating on Amazon would be greatly appreciated.

One year later, and I’m thrilled to be working on Book 6 and honored to be a contributing writer for Our Daily Bread‘s VOICES Collection and a contributing writer for their new Rhythms of Rest devotional. Only God could do that!

I appreciate your continued prayers and support for this Christian Latina Author, Communicator and Creative. And thank you for helping to spread the word about Abounding Faith’s books, blog, podcast, coaching and more!

We all could use some Feisty Faith these days! Is there someone you could bless with a copy of Feisty Faith?

If you haven’t already checked out Feisty Faith, you can get access to the FREE Feisty Faith: Trusting God Day by Day 5-Day Sampler PDF as a gift when you sign up for Abounding Faith’s email list. Blessings!

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Interview about NEW Rhythms of Rest Devotional from Our Daily Bread’s VOICES Collection

I’m delighted to share this interview I did with my friends at Writing for Your Life about the NEW Rhythms of Rest devotional from our Our Daily Bread’s VOICES Collection. I’m honored to be a contributing writer and to have written two entries.

I hope you’re encouraged by this interview and by the 40 devotions found in Rhythms of Rest. The entries are written by African American and multicultural leaders and influencers. Blessings!

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Debuted as a Devotional Message Team Member for My CWEN Sisters

What an honor and delight to help encourage and empower my CWEN sisters last Thursday during my debut as a member of their Devotional Message Team. I’ll be sharing inspiring messages twice a month based on entries from the Feisty Faith: Trusting God Day by Day 365-day devotional (available on Amazon).

Over the years since that spectacular September when God chased me down in Sydney, I’ve had the great honor and privilege of ministering to a diverse group of people including:

  • Christian college and Bible school students
  • Christians working at the United Nations
  • Strangers on the street during outreaches
  • Women in shelters
  • The homeless and needy on the street and in soup kitchens/shelters
  • Nursing home residents
  • Youth and adults in Brazil, Ecuador, Ethiopia, Honduras and Peru
  • My peers and church family and friends, etc…

I’m so grateful my Readers (who are located on 5 continents, in 10 countries outside of the U.S. and in 15 states) and those who have attended my events are a beautiful mix of women and men of diverse backgrounds, ages and life stages. Abounding Faith’s Bible-based books have encouraged Pastors, Pastors’ wives, missionaries, chaplains, Sunday school teachers, Christian counselors and Ministry Leaders as well as new believers.

I now have the great delight of helping to encourage and empower Christian female entrepreneurs near and far through online devotional messages.

WHY am I sharing this?

Wanna know what I’ve noticed?

Regardless of a person’s age, title, experience, background or bank account …

People are hurting. People need the Lord!

I’m honored whenever the Lord sees fit to use me to help touch even one soul, whether it’s in person, virtually or through my writing…

to God be the Glory!

I appreciate your continued prayers and support and encouragement as I live out God’s call on my life in this season.

God knows what’s on the other side of our YES!

If you’d like to read about some of the lovely people I’ve met near and far, check out By Faith: Adventures and Reflections on Walking With God Here and Abroad.

“Taste and see that the LORD is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him.” (Psalm 34:8 NIV)

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Happy Hispanic Heritage Month

Happy (Early) Hispanic Heritage Month (9/15-10/15)

Even though Hispanics/Latinas/os are making wonderful contributions to society all throughout the year, it’s nice to have a month designated to spotlighting and celebrating the culture and accomplishments of mi gente.

If you’re looking for a Christian Latina indie/newly traditionally published author to support or collaborate with, here I am.

And to think I didn’t grow up wanting to write books …. and during the years my writing was in hiding, all I wanted to do was write encouraging postcards and notes as part of my first home church’s Adult Bible Fellowship’s Care team ….

But God had other plans!

Abounding Faith’s FIVE books are available on Amazon.

I’m honored to be a contributing writer for the NEW Rhythms of Rest devotional from Our Daily Bread’s VOICES Collection.

God is Good! Here’s a fun little snapshot of my writing career:

I STILL remember my Mom reading me my favorite bedtime stories over and over and over again … and now …

  • Pic 1: One of the earliest and only pics of me WRITING! (Ok, I’m scribbling because I’m not even two years old in the pic. LOL.)
  • Pic 2: The mini magazines I was creating in fifth grade.
  • Pic 3: Abounding Faith’s FIVE books (Book 6 is in the works) and the Rhythms of Rest devotional.

This former journalist has written for various publications over the years including The New York Times, Latina magazine and Charisma‘s website.

Thank you for your continued support as I live out the call of God on my life in this season. May Abounding Faith’s books, blog, podcast and more continue to help encourage, inspire and empower you as you walk by faith, hope and love and dare to live your God-given dreams!

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Contributing Writer for NEW Our Daily Bread VOICES Collection Devotional

I’m thrilled to share some big writing news. I’m now a contributing writer for Our Daily Bread‘s VOICES Collection! I’ve written TWO entries for this NEW lovely devotional.

Another writing longing has been fulfilled. I’ve wanted to write for Our Daily Bread since before I won their Online Writing Contest for Readers back in September 2014 … God is Good! I’m grateful for this writing breakthrough.

Rhythms of Rest launches tomorrow. You can pre-order it TODAY on Amazon or straight from Our Daily Bread here.

Thanks for your continued prayers and encouragement! If you’d like to order a signed copy from me, please message me on Facebook or Instagram.

Here’s a little more about the book:

Rhythms of Rest provides a respite for you to simply be still and spend time with the Lord. These 40 meaningful devotions from leaders in Black and multicultural communities and churches invite you to pause and reflect on Scripture as you ponder topics like soul care, sisterhood, seasons of life, and Spirit-led living.

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Abounding Faith Books News

I’m excited to share that I’ve been working on Book 6! Book 6 will be my very first women’s Bible study. God is Good!

A draft of Book 6 is with my early Readers now. Your prayers are appreciated!

All books are challenging to write. This one is no exception.

I started writing Book 6 before my Dear Dad went to heaven. After a brief pause, I’m so grateful that God gave me the grace to continue writing.

Please pray for all the women who will be encouraged by this book.

Please stay tuned for MORE writing news coming very soon.

Thank you again for your prayers and support of this Indie Latina Christian Author, Communicator and Creative as I share the messages that God has placed on my heart.

My goal is to continue to inspire, encourage, and empower you as you walk by abounding faith, hope and love and dare to live your God-given dreams.

If you haven’t checked out Abounding Faith’s Books 1-5, you can find Feisty Faith, By Faith, Crossing Your Jordan River, Abounding Faith and Waiting on God Well on Amazon. To God be the Glory!

Check out this short promo video about Abounding Faith’s Books.

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Happy National Book Lovers Day

Happy National Book Lovers Day! Faithful Readers, I’m looking forward to sharing some writing news with you very soon. Please stay tuned!

In the meantime, if Abounding Faith’s five books have inspired or encouraged you in any way, I’d love to hear about it. Please leave a comment here or a kind review and rating on Amazon.

Your kind comments and reviews on Amazon matter more than you know, especially when it comes to encouraging others to order their copies of Waiting on God Well, Abounding Faith, Crossing Your Jordan River, By Faith and Feisty Faith.

Your continued support of this Christian Indie Latina Author, Communicator & Creative is greatly appreciated!

So book lovers, your voice matters! Please tell your book lover friends about Abounding Faith’s encouraging, inspiring and empowering Bible-based books.

And don’t miss my upcoming announcements. Blessings and happy reading!

Check out this short promo video for Abounding Faith’s inspiring books.

NEW Abounding Faith Books Video

Be encouraged, empowered and inspired by Abounding Faith’s FIVE books and devotionals. Read them solo or with a group. Grab your copies today on Amazon.

Your continued support of this Christian Latina Indie Author, Communicator and Creative is greatly appreciated!

Please leave a kind review and rating on Amazon and tell your friends about these uplifting Bible-based books.

Let’s continue to encourage people as they walk by abounding faith, hope and love and dare to live their God-given dreams!

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Happy Amazon Prime Days – Add Abounding Faith’s 5 Inspiring Books to Your Summer Reading List

Happy Summer and Amazon Prime Days (June 21-22)! It’s the perfect time of the year to grab your copies of Abounding Faith’s FIVE inspiring, empowering and encouraging Christian Living books and devotionals for you and yours. These Bible-based books are great additions to your Summer Reading List and can be read solo or with a group. Be encouraged as you walk by faith, hope and love and live your God-given dreams!

May your faith be fueled, your hope ignited and your heart set ablaze with the love of God! Here’s the Amazon link where you can order copies of Feisty Faith, By Faith, Crossing Your Jordan River, Abounding Faith and Waiting on God Well for you and your loved ones, small group members, favorite nonprofit, etc…

While you’re on Amazon, please take a moment to leave a kind rating and review for Abounding Faith’s books. That helps to spread the word about these uplifting books to others. Blessings!

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