Barbara M. Britton: Spotlight on Escape to Whispering Creek & a Giveaway

I’m happy to feature Barbara M. Britton on my blog again and shine a spotlight on her latest Contemporary Romance release, Escape to Whispering Creek. If you’ve ever questioned where God is when your life is falling apart, Barbara’s fictional character has some good advice. May you be encouraged by reading it!

Barbara is giving away a copy of her new release in ebook format to one US winner. To enter, simply scroll to the comments section and join the conversation by October 1.

Where is God when your life is falling apart?

That question kept scrolling through my mind as I wrote “Escape to Whispering Creek.” Christians should know that God is right beside us during trials, but sometimes it doesn’t feel like God is with us. My main character, Emma, has her life turned upside down one morning, and she has to remain strong in her faith while life gets stressful.

How does Emma stay strong in her faith when she flees her hometown? Let’s learn from the fictional Emma. 

Reach out to Christian friends and family.

Emma’s parents are not believers in the One True God, so Emma contacts her best friend who led her to Jesus. Christian friends can give us wise counsel in times of trouble.

Other Christians can offer prayer support while we go through tough times. I was thankful for praying friends when I battled cancer in 2015. There is power in the prayers of believers.

Christian friends and church members can offer practical support. Emma needs a place to stay and a few home-cooked meals. Samantha offers Emma refuge in Tennessee. Friends can even encourage each other through text messages and conversation.

Memorize Scripture.

Emma’s favorite verse is Psalm 18:2a.

The Lord is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer;

This verse is written on a stone under a catus plant that was an old Sunday School project of Emma’s. The Bible is full of verses that can lift our spirit and remind us that God loves us and is fighting for us.

Samantha’s favorite verses in “Christmas at Whispering Creek” were Philippians 4:4-7. I recited these verses during my cancer treatments.

Take care of your Health.

We need to eat healthy foods, drink plenty of water, exercise, and sleep well during stressful times.

I enjoy walking in God’s beauty and praying as I go. To this day, my oncologists encourage aerobic exercise. Exercise helps me sleep well at night, too.

During Emma’s book crisis, she works at Donoven and Sons Electric. When she has trouble sleeping, she talks to God or phones a friend (Usually, Sam). 

Writing Christian Fiction is a blessing. Through my stories, I hope to encourage readers to strengthen their relationship with God. I hope readers will be reminded of amazing Bible verses and Sunday School lessons (Sam and Emma went to Sunday School together).

Where is God when life is stressful or painful? He is the rock beneath your feet, your fortress, and your deliverer.

What is an encouraging Bible verse that you have committed to memory?

Thank you for such an encouraging post, Barbara. I enjoyed your first book in this series, and I have no doubt this one is just as wonderful. I wish you the best with this book and all those yet to come!

Join the conversation. Which suggestion by fictional character Emma do you most need to take to heart? In what ways does Barbara’s post encourage you? What’s your answer to her question, “What is an encouraging Bible verse you’ve committed to memory?“

To enter the ebook giveaway, be sure to comment below by October 1! (US winner only)

Escape to Whispering Creek by Barbara M. Britton

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Emma Uranova enjoys her office job until her boss disappears with the investors’ money. To avoid the media storm and false accusations, Emma flees to Whispering Creek, Tennessee to live on her best friend’ s secluded property. When a temporary position opens up in Nashville, Emma leaves small-town anonymity to pad her depleted bank account. With a handsome new boss and a steady income, Emma believes life is looking up… until she discovers she has transported the scandal in her backpack. Where is God when her life is falling apart?

Wade Donoven is recuperating from a crash that sidelined him from the family electrical business. Worse yet, his prodigal younger brother is getting the glory for Wade’ s accomplishments. Desperation, and physical setbacks, have him agreeing to let Emma help him manage the business office. But when trouble follows her to his doorstep, Wade must make some difficult choices. Sending Emma back to Whispering Creek may unknowingly place the woman he’s come to love in danger.

Watch the one-minute book trailer here.

Barbara M. Britton lives in Southeast, Wisconsin and loves the snow—when it accumulates under three inches. She writes Christian Fiction from Bible Times to present day USA. Her Tribes of Israel series brings little-known Bible characters to light. Her novel “Christmas at Whispering Creek,” is a compelling, yet fun story, shining a light on breast cancer.

Barbara has a nutrition degree from Baylor University but loves to dip healthy strawberries in chocolate. You can find out more about Barbara and her books on her website www.barbarambritton.com.

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