MEET THE AUTHOR

Meet Brenda

Brenda is the Founder and Director of Alive and Active Life. As a trained Marriage / Family / Individual Counselor and skilled educator, she comes alongside to help you apply Scriptural principles in practical, creative ways so you can have an Alive and Active Life with noble character every day.

Brenda’s many life experiences have included challenging growth seasons and adventure. She has also endured sufferings, losses, and trials. Her discovery? Jesus makes life deeply meaningful when you partner with God to live an Alive and Active Life.

Brenda develops, publishes, and circulates resources and tools that help you walk with God. All resources and tools – articles, books, e-books, podcast, audio books, and specialized tools – have been designed prayerfully to help you navigate life’s challenges using God’s Word.

 
 
 
 
 
 

What Does Brenda Do?

Because life is hard and time is precious, Brenda writes and develops resources to:

  1. Come alongside to help you live successfully as a follower of Jesus Christ.
  2. Bring encouragement, inspiration, and practical action steps to you every time you use one of our resources and tools.
  3. Assist your application of God’s Word in practical, effective ways to daily life.
  4. Affirm Scripture is “for real” and extremely relevant.
  5. Bring comfort and hope from Scripture into life’s sorrows.
  6. Remind that God’s power is literally downloaded into Scripture, ready for you to “plug into.”
  7. Assist your growth in God’s grace and strength each day – and know Him better.
 
 
 
 
 
 

What Does Brenda Want?

She wants God’s best for you because He loves you so much.
  • Live with power, passion, and purpose.
  • Practice and possess noble character.
  • Have an Alive and Active Life!

When God Weeps – Scripture Dissection

Have you ever thought about God crying? Well, it’s true. God weeps!

When God weeps, He connects with you and me. Actually, that’s a very comforting thing. Plus, it gives permission to you to weep when your life overflows with disappointment.

What Does God Weep About? Let’s explore together . . . Read More …

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Improve Your Character – 10 Action Points

There’s a whole section in published books called “self-help” books. Some have helpful information. Others – not-so-much. I happen to know a very effective book that covers all topics of your life! Further, it provides focus points to improve your character.

Incidentally, the ten points in today’s content help you be like Christ’s. They are practical, fairly easy to practice, and help in your relationships. Let’s look together. Read More …

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Can You Look At God?

I’m sure you’ve heard warnings about looking straight at the sun during an eclipse. Well, what about looking straight at God? Recently, we published “Turn Your Face Toward It.” I recommend this article/podcast which explores a phrase right out of Scripture – “turn your face toward it.” The intent? Well, to turn your face toward God’s face. Especially interesting because Scripture says no one can look at Him and live!

So, the question is – can you look at God? Read More …

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The Shame Thing – Scripture Dissection

I remember a funny quote in the movie, “Mulan.” : “Dishonor! Dishonor on your whole family! Dishonor on you, dishonor on your cow . . . ” Do you remember it? Incidentally, this rebuke is spoken by Mushu, a Chinese dragon – Mulan’s companion.

Actually, dishonor is something like shame. In fact, dishonor is a strong match for shame according to a thesaurus. You might wonder if I’m going to suggest – – under no circumstances should you allow yourself to experience shame. Not so. Unfortunately, too many people don’t have healthy contrition anymore. Conversely, many people don’t know what to do with undeserved shame.

Let’s explore the shame thing. Read More …

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Perspective When You’re Down

When I’m driving somewhere, I always look for road markers and signs to assure I’m in the right place, ready for what’s coming. In fact, road markers help you stay in the right place in every day life. Knowing your surroundings provides perspective and management options – particularly when you’re down.

Let’s explore two verses that give helpful actions steps to manage difficult times and still keep you on a good path. Read More …

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Turn Your Face Toward It

In the first few months of a New Year, there’s a unique opportunity to change – or tweek – perspectives. However, to do this, you need to “turn your face toward it.”

In today’s content, we’ll explore this interesting phrase. Oddly, it comes straight out of Scripture. Actually, it gives you an effective and powerful tool to maintain a healthy, balanced life. Read More …

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