Welcome!
If you’re looking for fresh thoughts on church & culture and spiritual growth from a Bible nerd, you’re in the right place. I started this blog in June of 2013 to talk about how God’s Word applies to life. (You can also find my posts at substack.com/@susannemaynes.)
As a charismatic Christian who believes the gifts of the Holy Spirit are for today, I’m especially interested in prophetic ministry and female leadership in the church.
One of my favorite theological topics is the imago Dei. Given today’s confusion about personal identity, Christians must proclaim this core truth more boldly than ever before. Human beings are created in the image of God. He made us, he loves us, and he alone can rescue us from sin and its effects.
For more on human identity and purpose, subscribe to my newsletter and you’ll receive a free eBook called “Reclaiming Human Identity.” Enjoy!
Some Background
I earned my B.A. in Social Science at Bethany Bible College (later Bethany University). I met my husband Scott while working at Mount Hermon Christian Conference Center. We’ve been married for 42 years and have three married sons and ten grandchildren.
In May 2023, I earned a Master of Theological Studies degree at Regent University in Virginia Beach.
For ten years, I worked at my local pregnancy help center, and for six years, I served as Director of Prophetic Ministry at the local church I was part of. These days, I’m co-leading a house church alongside my husband.
Books and Speaking
My newest book is based on my Masters thesis. Grab a copy of Prophesying Daughters: How Prophetic Ministry and Women in Leadership Strengthen the Church and the accompanying study guide. It’s also available as an audio book.
My first book, Unleashing Your Courageous Compassion: 40 Reflections on Rescuing the Unborn, is an educational devotional about why pro-life ministry is so vital. (For seven years, I blogged for Heartbeat International –use their search bar to find my posts.)
Releasing Your Brave Love: Helping Kids to Change Their World is a devotional for 8-12 year-olds and their parents. It teaches kids to see themselves and others as God’s valuable image-bearers.
I’m available for speaking venues as time allows. For more info see my “Speaking” page.
Many blessings,
Susanne
P.S. Here’s the fam in May 2024.
