Well, here we are, almost at the end of another year. How has 2025 been for you? Some of us have endured real challenges, experienced change, and faced the unexpected, and we’ve survived. We’re still going, by the grace of God. God willing, we’ve grown a little stronger in our faith and our love for God. Beyond that, hopefully, God had gained some more ground in us for Himself and His purpose. After all, that’s why we’re here, isn’t it?

Isn’t it wonderfully freeing, restful, and empowering to know the reason we exist? To know our purpose here on this planet? The very reason for our being alive?

If there’s anything about this year that has stood out to me, concerning God, it has been His faithfulness, and I have found that to be such a source of strength. He has proven Himself in ways and through circumstances that I could never have anticipated. One little tiny Bible verse has really stuck with me, from Psalm 119:68, the first part of which reads, ‘You are good, and do good.’ I am a definite witness to those facts.

I’ve been rather absent from blogging for a while, as I’ve been working extremely hard on another book, which is vastly different from anything I’ve written in the past, yet remains true to the overarching theme of Drawing From the Well. It is titled Why Do I Go to Church & Why Does the Church Exist Anyway? I’m pleased to say that, after 18 months, it is finally complete and has just been published on Amazon in both paperback and eBook formats.

Here is the write-up on Amazon…

Why Do I Go to Church & Why Does the Church Exist Anyway? explores the profound and often misunderstood subject of the Church—not merely as an institution or Sunday tradition, but as a living, spiritual reality born from Jesus Christ Himself. It distinguishes between the visible, often flawed structures of organised religion and the real, true and heavenly Church—a Christ-centred community that transcends buildings, denominations, and centuries.

It is a blend of biblical insight with a strong historical narrative, tracing the Church’s journey from its earliest beginnings through persecution, doctrinal shifts, the Middle Ages, and into the modern era. Along the way, it examines how power, tradition, and external influences shaped—and at times distorted—the original intent of the Church.

Supported by extensive footnotes, the book draws on respected scholars, theologians, and historians to ground its claims and guide the reader through complex theological and historical terrain. This scholarly underpinning enriches its accessible style, offering both depth and clarity to what is otherwise a relatively simple read.

At its heart, this is a book about Jesus Christ, revealing Him as the centre of Scripture, the fulfilment of God’s promises, and the very foundation and purpose of the Church itself. Readers are invited to move beyond religious routine to encounter the living Christ, whose indestructible life animates the true Church today. Written for believers, seekers, and those disillusioned by institutional religion, offering a compelling vision of what the Church was meant to be—and a powerful invitation to discover who Jesus truly is.

Unfortunately, Amazon sets the pricing these days, but rest assured, that any royalties (which equates to about $1 per paperback sales) will be going straight back into printing copies for give aways. I believe this book will act like a Christian tract—albeit a rather large one! It is written to be given to the average person on the street, or just a keen reader of history, somebody who is inquisitive about the Church, or even cynical. It can certainly be given to nominal church-goers, as well as seasoned believers. It is a real all-rounder and is written as objectively as possible, so as to leave the reader to ask their own questions.

Now, that my time is a little more freed up, I hope to engage more on this blog site. Being here, feels like coming home after a long trip broad! 🙂

May God bless you all richly, as you continue to explore and search out the never-ending, unreachable depths of our Lord.

To Him be the glory forever.

Your sister,

Donna