The Real Meaning of Christmas

Mary, Joseph and Baby Jesus

Imagine the world over 2,000 years ago, a land steeped in waiting and longing. For centuries, the people of Israel had clung to ancient promises whispered through prophets: that one day, a Messiah would come to rescue them, bring light into their darkness, and fulfill God’s covenant with His people. This is where the story of Christmas begins—not with sparkling lights or jingling bells, but with a promise, a prophecy, and an extraordinary plan unfolding in the humblest of ways. The Angel’s Announcement The story begins in a small, quiet…

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Top 7 Easy Ways to Improve SEO on Your WordPress Website

SEO - Search Engine Optimization

Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is essential for improving your website’s visibility, driving traffic, and increasing engagement. For WordPress users, optimizing a site for SEO doesn’t need to be overwhelming. Here are seven easy steps to help your WordPress website rank higher in search engine results and provide a better experience for your audience. 1. Use Google Search Console (GSC) to Identify SEO Issues Google Search Console (GSC) is a free tool created by Google that monitors and optimizes your website’s performance in search engines. Start by verifying your website on…

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Top 10 Best WordPress Plugins to Install on Your Website

WordPress blog post

Whether you are new to WordPress or have been using this blog software for years, you can always find new ways to improve your site’s appearance and performance. Today’s blog post will explore the top 10 best WordPress plugins to install on your website. What is a WordPress Plugin? A WordPress plugin is a software add-on that enhances the functionality of your WordPress website. These plugins allow you to add features to your site without writing code. Whether you’re looking to improve your site’s design, increase its security, or optimize…

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How to Start a WordPress Blog: A Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners

WordPress blogging

Starting a WordPress blog can be an exciting and fulfilling way to share your ideas, knowledge, or expertise with the world. Whether you’re planning to blog for personal enjoyment, professional purposes, or to generate some extra income, setting up a blog doesn’t have to be complicated. In this guide, I’ll walk you through everything you need to know, from choosing the right blogging platform (which will be WordPress.org in this case) to installing WordPress and publishing your first post. Step 1: Choosing the Right Blogging Platform The first decision you…

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Breaking Free: How to Distance Yourself from Negative Influences

dove, peace, breaking free

With so many natural disasters, wars, struggling economies, and conflicts going on all over the world, it can be hard to distance yourself from all these negative influences and to have a positive outlook. In this blog post, I want to show you the steps you can take to avoid negative people, thoughts, and attitudes to achieve your goals and live a more positive and happy life. Follow these steps to train your mind, change your mindset, and visualize success Step 1: Surround Yourself with Positivity One of the first…

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Five Romantic Love Poems to Share

Five Romantic Love Poems to Share

Happy Valentine’s Day! I have written many love poems over the years. Some were inspired by relationship and others were written based on love songs and romantic movies. In this post, I have included 5 of my favourite romantic love poems which I hope you will enjoy and share with your loved ones on Valentine’s Day. Forbidden Pleasure The walls slowly crumple My world is suddenly turned upside down Since you came back into my life I remember the warmth of your hand As it covered my own When you…

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Out of Control

Out of Control, tired, worried, anxiety

Zayna’s husband and two daughters sat at the front of the church with all the other members of their extended family. They all had their heads down. Some were weeping quietly while others whispered to one another. Outside a hearse pulled up in front of the church and six strong men worked together to pull out the coffin. Everyone fell silent and the organ began to play gospel hymns as they carried the coffin into the church. They placed it down carefully and opened the top half of the coffin.…

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Welcome to My Site

Welcome

Whether you found my blog on purpose or whether you found it by accident, I believe it was your destiny to be here. Welcome to the official website of Christine John Books where you can find books, tips, and advice written by me: Christine John. I am the best-selling author of Self-Publishing Success: How to Successfully Write, Publish and Promote Your Book. I have also written 12 other books that are made up of fiction, nonfiction, short stories, and poetry. I am not one of those authors who stick to…

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