Welcome back to Fierce Calling! In today’s episode, I welcome a very special duo: mother-daughter team Donna and Charity Amidon. Donna—an accomplished author, speaker, and Bible teacher—returns to the show to talk about her impactful book, Tracing His Promise: Understanding the Bigger Story of Jesus and What That Means for Us. But this time, there’s a creative twist: Donna’s daughter, Charity, an exceptional artist and illustrator, joins the conversation to share her unique role in bringing this project to life.
Together, Donna and Charity reveal how a simple Advent family tradition grew into a beloved Bible study—one that seamlessly connects Old Testament Scriptures to the promises fulfilled in Jesus. We’ll hear behind-the-scenes stories about how illustrations that started as small doodles at the kitchen table grew into the artwork that now graces the pages of Donna’s book, as well as full-color Christmas ornaments, inviting families to create meaningful Advent traditions.
You’ll also get practical ideas for using the book at home, in small groups, or as part of your church community, plus inspiration on how to use your own gifts to impact others for Christ.
Whether you’re looking for hope in God’s timing, new ways to engage with Scripture, or encouragement to pursue your calling, this episode is sure to uplift you. Let’s dive into this heartwarming conversation about faith, creativity, advent, and God’s faithfulness across generations!
00:00 “Book Discussion with Charity”
07:31 Divine Preparation and Small Beginnings
11:46 Art, Passion, and Impact
14:00 Mother-Daughter Art Collaboration
18:04 “Illustrations Enhanced with Color PDF”
20:51 Bible Study Book’s Progression
23:19 Exploring the Old Testament Together
27:10 “Fulfilled Prophecies: Hidden Treasures”
30:17 Empowering Youth Through Faith Sharing
34:37 “Passover’s Symbolic Link to Jesus”
37:49 Faith’s Universality Through Art
40:24 Trusting God’s Perfect Timing
43:19 Trust God’s Timing
47:30 Gratitude and Future Invitations
You can connect with Donna at donnaamidon.org, where you’ll find out more about the book, her blog, and speaking.
Follow & connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/donnaamidon_/
Follow & connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ignitetheheart/
A graduate of Southern Evangelical Seminary, Donna is an author, speaker, musician, and lover of all things Bible. For over two decades, Donna ha
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By Spark NetworkWelcome back to Fierce Calling! In today’s episode, I welcome a very special duo: mother-daughter team Donna and Charity Amidon. Donna—an accomplished author, speaker, and Bible teacher—returns to the show to talk about her impactful book, Tracing His Promise: Understanding the Bigger Story of Jesus and What That Means for Us. But this time, there’s a creative twist: Donna’s daughter, Charity, an exceptional artist and illustrator, joins the conversation to share her unique role in bringing this project to life.
Together, Donna and Charity reveal how a simple Advent family tradition grew into a beloved Bible study—one that seamlessly connects Old Testament Scriptures to the promises fulfilled in Jesus. We’ll hear behind-the-scenes stories about how illustrations that started as small doodles at the kitchen table grew into the artwork that now graces the pages of Donna’s book, as well as full-color Christmas ornaments, inviting families to create meaningful Advent traditions.
You’ll also get practical ideas for using the book at home, in small groups, or as part of your church community, plus inspiration on how to use your own gifts to impact others for Christ.
Whether you’re looking for hope in God’s timing, new ways to engage with Scripture, or encouragement to pursue your calling, this episode is sure to uplift you. Let’s dive into this heartwarming conversation about faith, creativity, advent, and God’s faithfulness across generations!
00:00 “Book Discussion with Charity”
07:31 Divine Preparation and Small Beginnings
11:46 Art, Passion, and Impact
14:00 Mother-Daughter Art Collaboration
18:04 “Illustrations Enhanced with Color PDF”
20:51 Bible Study Book’s Progression
23:19 Exploring the Old Testament Together
27:10 “Fulfilled Prophecies: Hidden Treasures”
30:17 Empowering Youth Through Faith Sharing
34:37 “Passover’s Symbolic Link to Jesus”
37:49 Faith’s Universality Through Art
40:24 Trusting God’s Perfect Timing
43:19 Trust God’s Timing
47:30 Gratitude and Future Invitations
You can connect with Donna at donnaamidon.org, where you’ll find out more about the book, her blog, and speaking.
Follow & connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/donnaamidon_/
Follow & connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ignitetheheart/
A graduate of Southern Evangelical Seminary, Donna is an author, speaker, musician, and lover of all things Bible. For over two decades, Donna ha