Author Ava Pennington
Author Ava Pennington

Whose Lives Matter?

I am heartbroken…and I stand convicted. I'm heartbroken because, based on past experience with those who have abused their authority, black parents fear that their children are walking targets. I am equally heartbroken because, based on past experience, law...

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The Glad Surrender

I was recently reminded that a few weeks ago marked the first anniversary of the death of Elisabeth Elliot. She was the wife of martyred missionary Jim Elliot. Even if you don’t know his name, you’ve probably heard some of his quotes: “He is no fool who gives what he...

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Crime Doesn’t Pay…Or Does It?

I give up. I look for logic in our world but it seems to be in short supply. Osteoporosis medication causes femur fractures. Depression medication causes suicidal thoughts. Illegal aliens with a social security number are eligible for tax refunds, even if they’ve...

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Four Benefits of the Best Kind of Honeymoon

Have you turned the page of your calendar yet? We’ve entered June, the month of weddings and honeymoons. Lots of effort goes into planning a wedding. Among other things, the happy couple decides on the venue, guest list, vows, reception, and food. But not every...

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What Makes a Christian Company?

When I first began writing, I wondered how to answer the question, “What do you do?” During my 20+ years in corporate America, the answer was easy. I was a Human Resources executive. I never considered answering, “I’m a Christian Human Resources executive.” So I...

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A Mother’s Job Description

I spent more than 20 years in corporate human resources and reviewed more job descriptions than I could count. Those job descriptions were especially useful in determining the best candidate when recruiting. But there’s one position for which I’m thankful I never had...

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