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Carol Ghattas is a Tennessee native and MTSU graduate with a B.A. in History and French. She earned her M.Div. in Theology from Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and served 20 years in North Africa and the Middle East with her late husband, Raouf. Upon return to the States, they founded the Arabic Baptist Church in Murfreesboro, TN. She is an author, speaker, and fluent in French and Arabic. She is Branch Librarian at Linebaugh Public Library in Murfreesboro.

Six Things the Lord Hates

May 8, 2026

Knowing what God hates helps us to live by what He loves. Proverbs helps us to see the difference. … More Six Things the Lord Hates

Six Things the Lord Hates

How Can I Pray for You This Week?

May 4, 2026

When is the last time you asked a missionary how you can pray for them? It’s a question worth asking as you love and support them in Kingdom service. … More How Can I Pray for You This Week?

How Can I Pray for You This Week?

Beware of Crooked Speech

May 1, 2026

Solomon warns us in Proverbs to beware of those who come to us with crooked speech and distracting body actions. They’re up to no good. … More Beware of Crooked Speech

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The Certainty of Christ versus the Fallibility of Man

April 29, 2026

A recent critique of the work of C.S. Lewis leads to this post on the certainty of Christ in view of the fallibility of man. … More The Certainty of Christ versus the Fallibility of Man

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Lessons from the Ant

April 24, 2026

Solomon calls us to look to the ant for some important life lessons. … More Lessons from the Ant

Lessons from the Ant

Do Missionaries Get PTSD?

April 20, 2026

Can we trust God in our hurt? Is PTSD real for those in ministry? Trauma and spiritual warfare go hand-in-hand and leave scars but they can also build our faith. … More Do Missionaries Get PTSD?

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Hold Marriage Dear

April 17, 2026

The marriage relationship is a sacred and precious thing; given to us for our joy and delight. Stay faithful and be true to your spouse. … More Hold Marriage Dear

Hold Marriage Dear

What Stops You from Seeking Jesus?

April 15, 2026

If Zacchaeus could overcome all that hindered him from seeking Jesus, then you can too. In the end it’s just a willingness of heart. … More What Stops You from Seeking Jesus?

What Stops You from Seeking Jesus?

The Bitter Consequences of Sin

April 10, 2026

Solomon warns us of the bitter consequences of sin. Avoid the allure of evil by staying far away. … More The Bitter Consequences of Sin

The Bitter Consequences of Sin

ROI in Missions

April 6, 2026

Do churches have an expectation of return on investment in supporting missionaries? Should they? How do we speak into this issue as we share? … More ROI in Missions

ROI in Missions

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