Liz Curtis Higgs Books In Order

The Pumpkin Patch Parable

The Pumpkin Patch Parable This charming story for children illustrates how a loving farmer can turn a simple pumpkin into a simply glorious sight. In the same way, God’s transforming love can fill each of our hearts with joy and light. Liz Curtis Higgs created this parable as a way to share the Good News with her own precious children each harvest season…
and now with children everywhere.

The Sunflower Parable

The Sunflower Parable shares the story of Logan, a young gardener who hopes to grow sunflowers that reach all the way to heaven by summer’s end. Side by side with his Father, the wise Farmer from The Pumpkin Patch Parable and The Parable of the Lily, Logan discovers the value of planting seeds, not only in the ground, but also in the hearts of his friends and neighbors.

The Parable of the Lily

Maggie, the farmer’s youngest daughter, loves getting gifts, especially mysterious ones. One wintry day, she receives a package in the mail. She excitedly opens the package to find a bulb buried in a crate of dirt. This was not what Maggie expected. She had hoped for a doll or a game, not a bulb that would one day become a plant. When spring comes, she finds the bulb in the cellar and tosses the lifeless thing into the garden, never to think of it again…
. Until she walks outside on Easter morning and finds the most beautiful lily she has ever seen. Through the unique gift of a bulb, Maggie discovers the power of grace and forgiveness and the true meaning of Easter.

The Pine Tree Parable

The Pine Tree Parable tells the heartwarming tale of a farmer and his family who nurture tiny seedlings into fragrant Christmas trees. When the trees are tall enough to offer to their neighbors, the farmer’s wife plans to keep the most beautiful pine tree for her family, until one snowy December night when a child teaches her the true meaning of Christmas.

Thorn in My Heart

In the autumn of 1788, amid the moors and glens of the Scottish Lowlands, two brothers fight to claim one father’s blessing, two sisters long to claim one man s heart. Leana slipped beneath the woolen covers, leaving one taper burning high on the dresser where it would not disturb her slumber. Clouds had moved in and blotted out the moon, for the window was dark, and her whole room, except for the tiny flame, remained pitch black. ‘As dark as a Yule midnight,’ Neda would say. Darkness was nothing to fear. Far greater fears gnawed on Leana s soul. A life without love, without a husband, without children. For her it was no life at all. But what if that was the life the Almighty had chosen for her? If it pleased him, could she bear it? ‘Wise, heart wrenching, and ultimately triumphant. I couldn t put it down.’ Francine Rivers, author of Redeeming Love ‘A moving account of love, deception, redemption, and hope. I was hooked from the first page.’ Tracie Peterson, author of Treasures of the North

Fair Is the Rose

The Scottish Lowlands, October 1789.A year has come and gone since Jamie McKie fled for his life, arriving at Auchengray in search of sanctuary and a bonny wife. Young Rose McBride, as fair a lass as any in Scotland, dearly loves her handsome cousin but so does her older sister, Leana. Determined to have Jamie all to herself, Rose puts in motion one desperate plan after another, enlisting the aid of Lillias Brown, a wise woman a wutch, some say still keen on the old ways. Impetuous Rose ignores the cruel whispers that travel up and down the parish hills, never dreaming of the tragic consequences that await her. Her sister, Leana, clings to her hard won sense of peace and assurance by a slender thread of faith. Day and night, Leana’s hours are apent caring for wee Ian and praying that her future will hold more promise than her past. Jamie McKie is busy making his own plans to return home to Glentrool and claim his inheritance. To do so means facing Evan, the brother whose blessing he stole, and Alec, the father whom he ruthlessly deceived. It is a perilous journey that will test the depth of his courage, the strength of his sword, and the tenacity of his vow to honor Almighty God, no matter the cost.

Whence Came a Prince

Higgs revisits 18th century Scotland for the crowning finale to the saga that began with Thorn in My Heart.

Grace in Thine Eyes

Glen of Loch Trool. Spring 1808. Davina McKie is a bonny lass of seventeen, as clever as they come and a gifted musician. Unable to speak since childhood, she is doted on by her belligerent younger brothers, Will and Sandy, who vow to protect their silent sister. When the lads are forced to depart the glen, Jamie McKie intends to brighten his daughter’s summer by escorting Davina to the Isle of Arran. Her cousins make her welcome at the manse, and the parish delights in hearing their talented fiddler. But when she catches the eye of a handsome young Highlander on Midsummer Eve, sheltered Davina is unprepared for the shocking events that follow.A timeless story of passion and revenge, of lost innocence and shattered dreams, Grace in Thine Eyes explores the sorrow of unspeakable shame and the gift of immeasurable grace. Just as Davina is a master of the fiddle, Liz Curtis Higgs is a master of the written word. Teresa Medeiros, New York Times best selling author A phenomenal story that beautifully parallels its biblical counterpart. Tracie Peterson, best selling author of What She Left for Me Absolutely wonderful. Higgs manages to turn history and imagery and language into an unforgettable work of art. B. J. Hoff, author of A Distant MusicA Reader s Guide and Scottish Glossary Are Included

Here Burns My Candle

A mother who cannot face her future.A daughter who cannot escape her past. Lady Elisabeth Kerr is a keeper of secrets. A Highlander by birth and a Lowlander by marriage, she turns to the auld ways, desperate to conceal a generations old scandal that taints her family’s name. Her husband, Lord Donald, has secrets of his own, well hidden from the household, yet whispered among the town gossips. Elisabeth cannot must not discover the truth, or all will be ruined. His mother, the dowager Lady Marjory, hides gold beneath her floor and guilt inside her heart. Though her two abiding passions are maintaining her place in society and coddling her grown sons, Marjory s many regrets, buried in Greyfriars Churchyard, continue to plague her. One by one the Kerr family secrets begin to surface, even as bonny Prince Charlie and his rebel army ride into Edinburgh in September 1745, intent on capturing the crown. A timeless story of love and betrayal, loss and redemption, flickering against the vivid backdrop of eighteenth century Scotland, Here Burns My Candle illumines the dark side of human nature, even as hope, the brightest of tapers, lights the way home. A Reader s Guide and Scottish Glossary Are IncludedFrom the Trade Paperback edition.

Mine Is the Night

SHE LOST EVERYTHING SHE LOVED. HE HAD EVERYTHING SHE NEEDED. BUT COULD SHE FIND THE COURAGE TO TRUST HIM?Stepping from a battered coach on a rainy April eve, newly widowed Elisabeth Kerr must begin again, without husband or title, property or fortune. She is unafraid of work and gifted with a needle, but how will she stitch together the tattered remnants of her life? And who will mend her heart, torn asunder by betrayal and deception? Elisabeth has not come to Selkirk alone. Her mother in law, Marjory Kerr, is a woman undone, having buried her husband, her sons, and any promise of grandchildren. Dependent upon a distant cousin with meager resources, Marjory dreads the future almost as much as she regrets the past. Yet joy still comes knocking, and hope is often found in unexpected places. Then a worthy hero steps forward, rekindling a spark of hope. Will he risk his reputation to defend two women labeled as traitors to the Crown? Or will a wealthy beauty, untainted by scandal, capture his affections? The heartrending journey of the Kerr women comes to a glorious finish in Mine Is the Night, a sparkling gem of redemption and restoration set in eighteenth century Scotland.

Mixed Signals

Love Is on the Air Belle O Brien, the woman behind the warmest voice in Virginia radio, has one problem: Her oldies show on WPER FM is a solid gold hit, but her love life, at thirty two years and counting, is an off the charts disaster. The pickings are slim in small town Abingdon. Will it be smooth talking Patrick Reese, the man who launched her radio career a decade earlier? Moody but handsome David Cahill, the chief engineer with a mysterious past and a new life in Christ? Or Matthew the Methodist, her pastor across the street? Surrounded by an on air cast of colorful characters, Belle’s journey toward joy is filled with humor, heartache, and endless surprises. Norah Silver Smyth, her friend and encourager, will join Belle in discovering that it s never too late to listen to your heart. One of the most delightful surprises I ve had all year a first novel that moved me to both laughter and tears! Susan Wiggs, USA Today bestselling author Love Is on the Air Belle O Brien, the woman behind the warmest voice in Virginia radio, has a problem: Her oldies show is a solid gold hit, but her love life is an off the charts disaster. Her prospects for a husband are small town slim. Will it be smooth talking Patrick Reese, who launched her radio career? Moody but handsome David Cahill, WPER s enigmatic broadcast engineer? Matthew the Methodist, her oh so available pastor? Or the mysterious radio listener who signs his letters, All Ears in Abingdon ? As Belle embarks on a journey toward joy, Norah Silver Smyth, proprietor of The Silver Spoon, cooks up her own delicious recipe for happily ever after in this winsome tale filled with humor, tenderness, endless surprises and two happy endings! Liz Curtis Higgs has succeeded magnificently with her first fictional effort. K LOVE News & Reviews Christian fiction isn t known for humorous books, so this title is a special joy. Library Journal Great laughs, good solid story, surprises and twists, and great characters. Francine Rivers, bestselling author of Redeeming Love Absolutely wonderful. An outstanding and heart warming debut! Angela Elwell Hunt, author of The Note Mixed Signals was my sweet reward at the end of my demanding days a most satisfying treat! Jane Johnson Struck, Senior Editor, Today s Christian WomanStory Behind the BookBefore she became a platform speaker, Liz Curtis Higgs spent ten years as a successful radio personality, moving town to town, up and down the dial. In Mixed Signals, Liz draws on that memorable decade to create WPER, an oldies station in Abingdon , Virginia . The Barter Theater was included with thanks to her experience with amateur drama productions, and the ten hot air balloon ascents she weathered while a broadcaster were also put to use. Her hero*ine, Belle, marries a radio station engineer just as Liz did nearly twenty years ago. But there the parallels end in this winsome tale with two happy endings.

Bookends

Opposites Attract? Dr. Emilie Getz and Jonas Fielding are as different as two people could possibly be the same age, with the same faith, living in the same small Pennsylvania town. She’s a first class neatnik; he s a world class slob. She s into saving historical relics; he s into saving souls. But perhaps opposites do attract. For when this uptight historian and this laid back land developer meet, sparks fly. And despite the rather inauspicious beginning to their relationship, neither one will escape unchanged or unsmitten! A well written, delightful concoction of romance, humor, tenderness, and fun. Lisa Samson, author of Tiger Lillie Opposites attract? Maybe not. Emilie Getz and Jonas Fielding are as different as two people of the same age, with the same faith, living in the same charming Pennsylvania town could be. She loves history; he loves new ideas. She sticks to the rules; he likes to break them. She s into saving relics; he s into saving souls. The one trait they share is a penchant for controlling every aspect of their lives, including their stubborn hearts. When Emilie s search for an archaeological treasure leads her to the one piece of land she can t have thanks to Jonas, they choose opposing sides in an engaging battle of wits. Emilie, a no nonsense sort of woman, is determined to have her way. But Jonas is on a mission as well: He wants to hear Emilie laugh. Often. Liz Curtis Higgs mixes her usual humor into this entertaining story of roller coaster romance. Christian Retailing Delicious as Moravian sugar cake! Readers will love it. Lori Copeland, author of Roses Will Bloom Again Bookends is such fun rich in character, setting, and spiritual dimensions. Gayle Roper, author of Winter Winds A great story with believable characters, realistic situations, and a sprinkling of Higgs s humor. K LOVE News & Reviews Declare a holiday and cozy up with this engaging novel. Patsy Clairmont, author of Stardust on My Pillow Story Behind the BookThough she has traveled the world, Liz Curtis Higgs is a small town girl at heart. In Bookends, Liz invites readers to visit a place she knows well: her hometown of Lititz, nestled in the rolling hills of historic Lancaster County , Pennsylvania . Fond memories of her childhood years in the Moravian church one of the oldest of the Protestant denominations and her love for Lititz history and traditions serve as a solid underpinning for this lively contemporary tale. Like many couples, Emilie and Jonas resemble human Bookends opposites in every way until Emilie s joy filled spiritual awakening turns their stubborn hearts in the same happy direction.

Three Weddings and a Giggle

Warning: Laughter ahead! Liz Curtis Higgs delivers again with ‘Fine Print,’ where a businessman and the speech coach he’s hired have no idea there are matchmakers at work on their behalf! Her novella is part of a delightful triple header in Three Weddings and a Giggle. The ‘giggle’ comes from Carolyn Zane, whose ‘Sweet Chariot’ drops readers in on two little old ladies who purchase a motor home sight unseen, then drag their adult grandchildren along for cross country antics. In Karen Ball’s ‘Bride on the Run,’ an heiress defies her father’s demand that she marry a man she doesn’t love. If only she hadn’t waited until her wedding day to do so! So it’s out the window, down the rose trellis…
and headlong into one escapade after another. Thoroughly fun!

Go Away, Dark Night

The darkness can be scary. But nobody needs to be afraid of the dark. That’s the encouraging message in Go Away, Dark Night, the newest children’s book by Liz Curtis Higgs author of the best selling Parable series: The Pumpkin Patch Parable, The Parable of the Lily, The Sunflower Parable, and The Pine Tree Parable. Go Away, Dark Night is the story of a young boy named Griffin who is afraid of the dark. Every night when he turns out the lights, his room turns as black as a starless sky. Griffin tries to be brave, but his toes curl up and his hands grow cold and his heart beats fast and his legs turn to jelly. If only someone could help him! Is there anybody big enough to keep him safe? Can anyone take away the shakes and the shivers and the quivers? Parents and children alike will find out what Griffin learns in this heart warming modern children’s classic, carefully crafted to help young children place their trust in the Lord.

Only Angels Can Wing It

Only Angels Can Wing It is a book not about how to do more, do it better or do it faster. Full of laughter, stories, and insights offered via surveys completed by eight hundred women from all over the country, Only Angels Can Wing It is best read when at the end of a had to do it all day.

Reflecting His Image

With humor and honest, author and speaker Liz Curtis Higgs offers an alphabetical journey through God’s Word, as you discover that You are Adopted, chosen by Him on purpose You are Beautiful, made so by His salvation You are a Citizen of Heaven, with a place reserved in your name. Whether you are a new Christian or a longtime believer, Reflecting His Image is a crystal clear reminder of your true worth in Christ, from A to Z!

Forty Reasons Why Life Is More Fun After the Big 4-0

More than four hundred ‘over 40′ women share their views on the joys and challenges of life after 40, including some outrageous 40th birthday stories and Liz Curtis Higgs’ own hilarious observations of life on the other side of 40. It’s all original and mostly true! Not to mention, very funny.

Mirror, Mirror On the Wall, Have I Got News for You!

Mirror Mirror on the Wall, Have I Got News for YOU! is filled with funny and poignant stories taking women on a joy filled journey through the alphabet in search of a faith lift for their sagging self esteem.

Help! I’m Laughing and I Can’t Get Up

Discover seven reasons why people laugh, plus seven body benefits of laughter. Reveals the four humor personalities…
and which category you fit in. Helps readers realize that God gave us a funny bone…
we just need to find out how to use it.

Bad Girls of the Bible

Lessons in Good Living From the Bible’s Bad News Belles. Women everywhere marvel at those good girls in Scripture Sarah, Mary, Esther but on most days, that s not who they see when they look in the mirror. Most women if they re honest see the selfishness of Sapphira or the deception of Delilah. They catch of glimpse of Jezebel s take charge pride or Eve s disastrous disobedience. Like Bathsheba, Herodias, and the rest, today s modern woman is surrounded by temptations, exhausted by the demands of daily living, and burdened by her own desires. So what s a good girl to do? Learn from their lives, says beloved humor writer Liz Curtis Higgs, and by God s grace, choose a better path. In Bad Girls of the Bible, Higgs offers a unique and clear sighted approach to understanding those other women in Scripture, combining a contemporary retelling of their stories with a solid, verse by verse study of their mistakes and what lessons women today can learn from them. Whether they were Bad to the Bone, Bad for a Season, but Not Forever or only Bad for a Moment, these infamous sisters show women how not to handle the challenges of life. With her trademark humor and encouragement, Liz Curtis Higgs teaches us how to avoid their tragic mistakes and joyfully embrace grace.

Really Bad Girls of the Bible

Women everywhere marvel at those good girls in Scripture Sarah, Mary, Esther but on most days, that’s not who they see when they look in the mirror. Most women if they re honest see the selfishness of Sapphira or the deception of Delilah. They catch of glimpse of Jezebel s take charge pride or Eve s disastrous disobedience. Like Bathsheba, Herodias, and the rest, today s modern woman is surrounded by temptations, exhausted by the demands of daily living, and burdened by her own desires. So what s a good girl to do? Learn from their lives, says beloved humor writer Liz Curtis Higgs, and by God s grace, choose a better path. In Bad Girls of the Bible, Higgs offers a unique and clear sighted approach to understanding those other women in Scripture, combining a contemporary retelling of their stories with a solid, verse by verse study of their mistakes and what lessons women today can learn from them. Whether they were Bad to the Bone, Bad for a Season, but Not Forever or only Bad for a Moment, these infamous sisters show women how not to handle the challenges of life. With her trademark humor and encouragement, Liz Curtis Higgs teaches us how to avoid their tragic mistakes and joyfully embrace grace.

The Best of Liz Curtis Higgs

With an eye for the humorous even in the most trying circumstances, Liz Curtis Higgs encourages women with her message of hope and laughter in these three bestselling books. Exploding the myth that only thin is beautiful, One Size Fits All and Other Fables looks at the ways women can fight the world’s perception of what they should be, and feel good about it. Only Angels Can Wing It tells about the challenges women face keeping up with the day to day pace without losing sight of the really important things God, family, and yourself. Help! I’m Laughing and I Can’t Get Up continues her honesty with hilarity approach to life that will have every woman seeing herself dealing with and conquering both the ridiculous and the real obstacles we all find in our daily journey.

Mad Mary

Here’s the truth, sister: Mary Magdalene has been knocking at the door of my heart for three years. She got squeezed out of Bad Girls of the Bible when I realized I needed more time to research her complex story. Then she was dropped from the roster for Really Bad Girls of the Bible because Tamar and Bathsheba took up more than their allotted pages. Pushy, huh? Now I know the real reason why Mary M waited so patiently in the wings: She deserves a book all her own! Come meet the genuine Mary Magdalene of the Bible not the scarlet draped legend and follow her one of a kind story of deliverance and dedication, despair and declaration. Like my previous Bad Girls books, Mad Mary begins with the fictional journey of Mary Margaret Delaney, a bad woman or was it madwoman? adrift in contemporary Chicago, desperate for someone to save her from herself. Once Mary Delaney s story has prepared our hearts for learning, we ll leave the Windy City and go verse by verse through Mary of Magdala s ancient biblical tale, tossing aside modern misconceptions as we embrace the real Mary M. Prepare to be amazed by this eye opening sister who was transformed twice when You Know Who showed up and spoke her name. Oh, Mary! Liz Curtis HiggsFrom the Hardcover edition.

Bad Girls of the Bible Workbook

Since the release of Bad Girls of the Bible and Really Bad Girls of the Bible, women like you have clamored for more more in depth teaching in a workbook format, more information on using the books in small group studies, and more ways to share the grace and sovereignty of God. Now, that hands on help is here in two practical workbooks that will make God’s Word, and the stories of your biblical sisters, come alive for you! From Eve to the Woman at the Well, Delilah to Sapphira, the Bad Girls of the Bible Workbook will bring you closer than ever to women of Scripture whose lives are filled with important lessons and insights for women today. ALSO AVAILABLE: THE REALLY Bad Girls of the Bible Workbook. Maybe you ve already read Bad Girls of the Bible and are now ready to dive into a deeper study of those wild women and a deeper understanding of yourself. Or you might plan on getting together with a whole group of women to study Bad Girls of the Bible, chapter by chapter. Wonderful! Either way, through the pages of this workbook, I ll be right there with you, encouraging us all to grow in grace Liz Curtis Higgs

Really Bad Girls of the Bible Workbook

Since the release of Bad Girls of the Bible and Really Bad Girls of the Bible, women like you have clamored for more more in depth teaching in a workbook format, more information on using the books in small group studies, and more ways to share the grace and sovereignty of God. Now, that hands on help is here in two practical workbooks that will make God’s Word, and the stories of your biblical sisters, come alive for you! Discover what Bathsheba, Herodias, Tamar the Widow, and five other biblical Bad Girls can teach us about themselves, about us, and about the God who created us all in the Really Bad Girls of the Bible Workbook. ALSO AVAILABLE: THE BAD GIRLS OF THE BIBLE WORKBOOK.

Rise and Shine

When you rise from your bed, how many minutes does it take before you truly shine?Oh, dear. That long. Might I have just two of those precious minutes each morning? Two minutes to whisper a gentle word of encouragement, to brush a feather across your funny bone, to prove how beautiful and valuable you are to God?Two minutes. No calories, no squat thrusts, I promise. Rise, sister mine. And shine.

Devotions for a Sensational Life

I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly. John 10:10 NKJV Too many lives are characterized by boredom or even hopelessness. But God has given us everything necessary to live the abundant life for which we were designed. His love is boundless, His grace is extravagant, and His joy is outrageous. Because of this, we can experience a life that is sensational regardless of our circumstances. This encouraging devotional, featuring such writers as Sheila Walsh, Thelma Wells, Barbara Johnson, Becky Tirabassi, Joni Eareckson Tada, Liz Curtis Higgs, and many more, reminds women that God meets them where they are, providing the grace and strength needed to not only survive life, but to live it abundantly.

Loved By God

From the bestselling author of Bad Girls of the Bible and Thron In My Heart comes a new and exciting Bible study for women. Loved By God is a verse by verse study exploring the lives of Jacob and Esau, Leah and Rachel. The leader will benefit by having Liz’s personal insights into key principles and applications along with tips for motivating participants to study the Bible, think for themselves, then share with the group. Using this handy guide, the leader can lead Loved By God with complete confidence.

Unveiling Mary Magdalene

The veil has been lifted. Discover the Gospel truth about the most myth understood woman of the New Testament. Was Mary Magdalene a prostitute? An adulteress? The wife of Jesus? An ancient goddess? Liz Curtis Higgs, best selling author of Bad Girls of the Bible and Really Bad Girls of the Bible, combines heartfelt contemporary fiction with extensive biblical research to bring to life the real Mary Magdalene of the Bible. With her own eyes, she saw him. With her own ears, she heard him. With her own hands, she touched him. Unveiling Mary Magdalene opens with the fictional journey of Mary Margaret Delaney, a madwoman adrift in modern Chicago. Her moving story, closely paralleling the biblical account, is followed by a verse by verse study of the first century Mary Magdalene and her life changing encounters with the Christ. Liz has done it again! What hope and promise this will bring. Kay Arthur The unforgettable portrait of a courageous woman. Rebecca St. James

Unveiling Mary Magdalene Workbook

Whether readers have already enjoyed Unveiling Mary Magdalene or are about to dive in for the first time individually or in a group setting this 6 week companion workbook provides a practical, meaningful resource for spiritual growth and a deeper understanding of God’s Word. The questions at the end of each chapter of Unveiling Mary Magdalene are included and expanded in the Unveiling Mary Magdalene Workbook, with more in depth biblical material and plenty of space for jotting down individual answers and observations. Sized to match the original book, the Unveiling Mary Magdalene Workbook enhances the message of Liz Curtis Higgs s third book in the Bad Girls series, a best selling combination of solid Bible teaching and Liz s unique style of girlfriend theology.

Embrace Grace

The forgiven life. The grace filled life. It begins with an embrace. Wherever you are spiritually, whatever you have been through emotionally, you are already enfolded in the arms of One who believes in you, supports you, treasures you. He is waiting for you to embrace him in return. To accept the gift he’s offering you. To listen for the whispered words you’ve longed a lifetime to hear: You are loved. All is forgiven.

My Heart’s in the Lowlands

Let’s go, shall we? Just the two of us? I consider Galloway the country s best kept secret: a place where time holds its breath, where ancient ruins dot the countryside in moss covered splendor, where the natives are friendly and tourists are few, only because they don t know what they re missing. So, ten days in bonny Scotland. You ll join me, aye? from My Heart s in the LowlandsBest selling novelist Liz Curtis Higgs invites you to take an entertaining journey through the South West of Scotland, known as Dumfries and Galloway. Without crossing the pond, changing time zones, or driving on the left side of the road, you ll explore quaint villages and crumbling castles, old bookshops and charming tearooms in the delightful company of a guide whose love for this quiet nook of Scotland illuminates every page. The verdant hills and glens of the Lowlands are awash in history, rich with culture, and peopled with engaging characters. The setting for Higgs s acclaimed series of historical novels, Dumfries and Galloway also serves as her home away from home. Her decade long love affair with this unique area of the world, combined with her award winning storytelling skills, makes her the ideal armchair travel companion. Warm, personal, and deeply evocative, My Heart s in the Lowlands transports you to an unforgettable corner of Scotland that will lay claim to your heart forever. Liz Curtis Higgs is the best selling author of 25 books, including her Scottish historical novels Thorn in My Heart, Fair Is the Rose, Whence Came a Prince, and Grace in Thine Eyes. She is currently writing her fifth historical novel, Here Burns My Candle.

Slightly Bad Girls of the Bible

Good Women Behaving Badly

A spiteful boss, a defiant employee, a manipulative mother, a desperate housewife, an envious sister honey, we know these women. We ve lived with them, worked with them, or caught a glimpse of them in our mirrors.

Now let’s take a look at their ancient counterparts in Scripture: Sarah mistreated her maidservant, Hagar despised her mistress, Rebekah manipulated her son, Leah claimed her sister s husband, and Rachel envied her fertile sister.

They were far from evil, but hardly perfect. Mostly good, yet slightly bad. In other words, these matriarchal mamas look a lot like us.

A Slightly Bad Girl is simply this: a woman unwilling to fully submit to God. We love him, serve him, and worship him, yet we find it difficult to trust him completely, to accept his plan for our lives, to rest in his sovereignty. from Slightly Bad Girls of the Bible