by Beth Vice | Dec 12, 2025 | Christmas, Easter, Faith, Hope, Jesus
I love Christmastime! The lights, music, decorations, nativity scenes, and opportunities to give to the needy are everywhere! Peace and goodwill abound, right? Well, not always. Have you ever gotten a sideways glance or experienced the sudden awkward pause in... 
by Beth Vice | Nov 27, 2025 | Christmas, Faith, Gratitude, Holidays, Hope, Thanksgiving
We hope for so many things in life, but are often confounded and confused when: Our boss takes the company in a whole new direction than we’re prepared to go. When our pastor shuts down a ministry, we feel is essential. When our spouse has a completely different... 
by Beth Vice | Jul 24, 2025 | Christmas, Faith, Growth, Holidays, Jesus, The Writing Life, Understanding the Bible
If you haven’t already purchased your copies of Messages from Heaven, or if you want to buy more for Christmas gifts, now is an excellent time to take advantage of a great deal. This is the perfect gift for your friends, family, pastoral staff, work friends, small... 
by Beth Vice | Mar 8, 2025 | Christmas, Easter, Jesus, The Writing Life
I’m so excited to announce my new Christmas (or anytime) book: Messages from Heaven: 31 Messages from the first Christmas that still speak to us today. Some of you have been watching my professional facebook page and participated in the vote for your favorite... 
by Beth Vice | Jan 8, 2025 | Christmas, Faith, Holidays, Hope, Jesus, Understanding the Bible
Imagine you receive an invitation to a baby shower. You’re so excited this child is finally on the way that you immediately begin preparations for the journey. The parents live in another country, and while you have a general idea where to find them, you don’t know... 
by Beth Vice | Dec 14, 2024 | Christmas, Faith, Family, Holidays, Jesus, Parenting
One of our granddaughters was over last Sunday and noticed only two of the five candles burning on our centerpiece. She thought we needed to light the rest. That gave me a chance to explain that they were Advent candles and we only light one each Sunday, and each...