On Leading a Bible Study

by sdevalve@cedarville.edu // August 18, 2021 // 1 Comment

I just wrapped up my second summer of leading a little backyard Bible study. I am certainly far from being an expert, but I just wanted to share some of the things that I learned from my time leading. Last... Continue reading →

My Personal Devotional Routine

by sdevalve@cedarville.edu // August 13, 2021 // 1 Comment

Devotions. Quiet Time. Some people cringe at these words, because they feel that it is one more thing that is forced on them, or one more thing that they cannot seem to get right. I am treading lightly while writing... Continue reading →

Best Reads of 2021

by sdevalve@cedarville.edu // August 11, 2021 // No Comments

I used to write monthly book reviews on my blog, and somewhere along the line I quit doing that. I still go back and forth between bringing them back or just not spending the time working on them. I love... Continue reading →

Hines Family Reunion 2021

by sdevalve@cedarville.edu // August 9, 2021 // No Comments

It’s time to recap the annual Hines Family Reunion! I know that I do this every year, but if you are new around here, these are the important things to know about the Hines family and our reunions. There are... Continue reading →

A Long Overdue Friend Reunion

by sdevalve@cedarville.edu // August 6, 2021 // No Comments

My friend Joy and I met when we were 12 years old. We were assigned as roommates for our 6th/7th grade boarding school term. We were pretty nervous. It was a big moment in our lives to move away from... Continue reading →