Christian Writer Author: Donna J. Shepherd
Location: Ohio , United States
Email: donna.shepherd@gmail.com
Website: www.donnashepherd.com


Christian AuthorDonna J. Shepherd, writer, singer, and speaker, looks at everyday life and finds God's fingerprints everywhere. A columnist for The Dabbling Mum, NABBW, and CWAHM, her articles and poetry have been published in Reminisce Extra, Just Between Us, Guideposts for Kids, Wee Ones, and more. Her devotionals and stories appear in Daily Grace for Women, Anytime Prayers for Everyday Moms, and The Best Grandma in the World to name a few. Donna's children's books, Topsy Turvy Land and No More Gunk! & OUCH! Sunburn!, feature short, playful rhymes and humorous illustrations. Visit Donna on the web at: donnajshepherd.com.

I've Written . . .


One Hundred Steps  
Christian Article  - Salvation
Fiction: False
Did you know it takes walking 10,000 steps or 4.5 miles a day to lose one pound? That's the number of steps researchers say you should walk every day to lower your blood pressure and reduce your risk of heart disease. I bought a pedometer and was disheartened to see that I only walked about 3,000 steps in a day. But on one particular occasion, one hundred steps made a difference. My husband, D ... Read Christian Article


BUSY Parents Devotional Column  
Christian Press Release  - Family
Fiction: False
News Release for Worthfinding.com: Are you a busy parent? Is there any other kind? Check out Donna J. Shepherd's column on The Dabbling Mum. Donna is a gifted storyteller who has a knack for turning the everyday, ordinary experiences of parents into opportunities to know God better. Her writing always touches the heart and delivers a message to contemplate, then make your own. To read her ... Read Christian Press Release


Giving Thanks in Gatlinburg  
Christian Article  - Other
Fiction: False
It’s nice to get away from our daily routine. In autumn, a drive through the mountains enjoying the spectacular range of color the Lord has created can be restorative. Recently I made a trip to Gatlinburg, Tennessee with family. The weather cooperated with temperatures in the seventies and a slight breeze. Just right. It looked as if everyone who goes to Gatlinburg came that weekend. You c ... Read Christian Article


In Sickness and In Health  
Christian Article  - Health
Fiction: False
“…Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed." – 1 Peter 2:24 I’m one of the healthiest people I know. I try to maintain a positive outlook on life, and thank God every day for my health. Recently a nasty bug invaded my body and wreaked havoc. After three long days, I feel better and ... Read Christian Article


Life Springs Forth  
Christian Article  - Encouragement
Fiction: False
We have an addition to our family- a puppy named Angel. I have been out in the back yard with her – a lot. We’ve had her a couple of months and when I first stood outside with her, the woods in our back yard looked dead. I have a rose bush by the deck that looked as if it would never bloom again. But in the past couple of weeks I noticed that the base of the rose bush was starting to turn green ... Read Christian Article


Living with Expectancy  
Christian Article  - Holidays
Fiction: False
“…Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 3:13-14 Every year at this time a lot of people make many promises. Some of the New Year’s Resolutions I have heard (or made) are: “I am going to pray an hour each day.” “I intend to read the entire Bible!” “I w ... Read Christian Article


Mom’s Retreat  
Christian Poetry  - Family
Fiction: False
Don’t beat on that door. There’s no need to shout. I hear loud and clear. I’m not coming out. If I hear, ‘Mommy, why?” I may lose my mind. Let me have silence. I’ve got to unwind! No noses to wipe. No picking up toys. No bottoms to clean. No deafening noise. I’m not fixing snacks. Broke up my last fight. Go fend for yourselves. I’m gone for the night. Crying and whining will not work ... Read Christian Poetry


New Mother Syndrome  
Christian Article  - Family
Fiction: False
I got an e-mail from a friend, its content riddled with errors. These weren’t small mistakes, but glaring oversights. A few moments later, I received a second message apologizing for the first e-mail. “Please forgive me. I must be suffering from New Mother Syndrome. All I can think of is the baby.” What mother hasn’t felt that way when she brings home a newborn? What is this syndrome, and how ... Read Christian Article


To New Friends  
Christian Poetry  - Holidays
Fiction: False
Sending smiles and holiday cheer To writing friends I've met this year. What a blessing you have been As this new journey I begin. I'm not that new to this old earth But yet to find if I'm of worth As a writer, but I know My mission isn't making dough! But to encourage, help, and boost All my new friends this year produced. As we begin a brand new year I pray assignments will be cl ... Read Christian Poetry


Old Hen or Spring Chicken?  
Christian Article  - Holidays
Fiction: False
The annual event that comes whether you like it or not just occurred. I got to celebrate another birthday. I say, “got to” because so many people dread their birthday. The popular saying is, “You might as well enjoy it. Think of the alternative!” But when you say that to a Christian, the alternative is better. As Philippians 1:21 says, “For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain.” Someone ... Read Christian Article


The Passion Of the Christ - Movie Review  
Christian Review  - Jesus Christ
Fiction: False
I saw "The Passion of the Christ" on a Wednesday night when attendance to the theater is usually fairly low. My daughter works there, and can attest to the fact that that night was unusual. The theaters were packed. We all filed in, some of us laughing nervously, and by now, any one who goes, has an inkling of the violence that will be portrayed. Because I have a somewhat weak stomach, I had e ... Read Christian Review


Redeeming the Time  
Christian Article  - Life
Fiction: False
The secretary at my church publishes a monthly newsletter detailing church events and news from the congregation. I expressed an interest in writing an article to be included. My suggestion was met with great enthusiasm. What she didn’t know was that she would be dealing with a procrastinator. Sure, I start putting some notes together at the beginning of the month, but I always intend to get t ... Read Christian Article


Devotionals by Donna - The Privilege of Ministering  
Christian Column  - Devotionals
Fiction: False
So he told them, "Every student of the Scriptures who becomes a disciple in the kingdom of heaven is like someone who brings out new and old treasures from the storeroom. - Matthew 13:52 cev The doorbell rang, and since both my son and I expected packages, we raced to the door to see what the man from UPS had left on the front porch. "Yes!" I snatched up the package with my name on it. I car ... Read Christian Column


Devotionals by Donna - Giving Up the Goal  
Christian Column  - Devotionals
Fiction: False
Are you so foolish? After beginning with the Spirit, are you now trying to attain your goal by human effort? - Galatians 3:3 NIV When New Year's Day comes, will you have a list of resolutions? This morning when you started your day, did you have an agenda? Many people, at least the more organized ones, begin by consulting a ‘to do’ list. In our society, being goal-oriented is viewed as a good a ... Read Christian Column


Devotionals by Donna - Spiritual X-Ray  
Christian Column  - Devotionals
Fiction: False
The good man brings good things out of the good stored up in his heart, and the evil man brings evil things out of the evil stored up in his heart. - Luke 6:45 NIV Oh, the joy of getting older! Most of the time, I credit standard aches and pains with aging. Lately though I've had a pain in my side that won't go away. Off to the doctor I go where I receive what seems to be the standard answer, " ... Read Christian Column


Ideal Meal  
Christian Poetry  - Holidays
Fiction: False
The Thanksgiving turkey Tasted like jerky With lumpy potatoes And sour tomatoes The dressing too sodden and moist. The rolls didn’t rise And Mama’s sweet pies Were bitter to taste Gooey as paste But in spite of it all, we rejoiced. We thanked God above For His bountiful love For freedom to meet And for food to eat Taking time to tell God how we feel. For even thoug ... Read Christian Poetry



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