Anticipation. It's at the heart of Christmas, isn't it? It's in the packages under the tree, the joy of sharing a meal with those we love, maybe just having an extra day off or a long weekend. Did you realize that it was at the heart of that first Christmas so long ago? The people …
Author: candlesutton
Candle Sutton writes suspense novels from a Christian worldview. While her primary goal is to entertain, Biblical themes are woven throughout in a non-preachy fashion. She firmly believes that fiction is a powerful tool and that God can and does use it to encourage, challenge, convict, and change His people.
Sutton is a Christian saved by grace, who loves Jesus and tries to live for Him. The beauty of God's creation captivates her, especially anything having to do with water. She enjoys a simple and quiet life in the Northwestern United States.
Watch for Nameless, the first installment in the Sinister Secrets series, available spring 2020.
Source of Hope
This is quite a week, isn't it? If you're like me, you're already on the countdown to the end of the political ads. There are a lot of emotions surrounding the elections. People tie their hopes and dreams to the candidate of their choice. When the results are tallied and the winner is announced, there …
Words of Rich Meaning
Language is a funny thing, isn't it? Especially English. One word can have so many meanings, and the various meanings can really impact how we read and interpret something. This is true in a verse that many of us are familiar with - a verse that has taken on special meaning in my life lately …
Transplanted by the Master Gardener
I love hibiscus flowers. They are huge, vibrant, and beautiful! This particular one, however, is not your average hibiscus. What you can't tell from this picture is that this plant stands over 6 feet tall! This plant has a unique story. It shouldn't be here. It was destined for destruction. I bought it …
Expecting a Response
Do you ever feel like God doesn't hear your prayers? If we're honest, I think most of us have at some time in our lives. My head knows He hears, because He promises that He does (Psalm 34:17, 116:1, Proverbs 15:29). But there are days when my heart struggles to believe. That's why …
Equipped and Armed
Conflict. Most of us avoid it when we can. There are times when it is unavoidable, when you are attacked, seemingly without provocation. There are other times when you might have to do the attacking, perhaps to right a wrong. How do you deal with the people with whom you have conflict? How do you …
Time In Between
This is an Easter like no other, isn't it? Most churches will not be holding in-person celebrations - nor should they, in my opinion. COVID-19 has changed the face of Easter this year, as we all wait for the crisis to pass. During this time, there's a lot of fear. A lot of hopelessness. A …
Invitation to Peace
I was listening to the news this morning and the reporter was saying something about how the COVID-19 virus has forced us all to slow down. Instantly, God brought to mind Psalm 46:10-11 - "He says, 'Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be …
Peace Amidst The Chaos
These are scary times we live in. Uncertain times. Times of great loss on all levels. Most people are concerned at best. Many are terrified. We see the evidence in – as silly as it sounds – the shortage of toilet paper. But, if you’re a child of God, do you realize what one of …
A Calling, A Purpose
Purpose. We all look for it. A meaning for our existence. Too often we look for purpose in the temporal. We look for our families, friends, career, education, or entertainment to fulfill us, but none of those things will ever give lasting purpose. So where do we find it? Ephesians 4:1b says …
Candle Sutton 