Spotlight Writer!
Introducing Debbie Kitterman
Hi, I’m Debbie Kitterman! I blog at DebbieKitterman.com I also have a non-profit ministry called Dare2Hear … the voice of God. Which teaches individuals how to discern the voice of God in their own life so they can be obedient to what He is asking them to do.
I blog about anything and everything that comes to mind or that God prompts me to write about. I have a passion for inspiring, encouraging, and equipping people through the truths found in God’s Word.
I live in Olympia WA in the great Pacific Northwest. We moved to Olympia 21 years ago, but before that I was born and raised in the small town of Philomath, Oregon.
I am married to my high-school sweetheart John. This August we will have been married for 29 years. We have two grown children. My son Jesse is 25 and my daughter Brandi is 23. I look forward to one day being a grandma, but first my kids need to meet someone and get married. My son graduated college 4 years ago and moved to Oregon for his job, and my daughter just graduated this year from college and also found a job in her field. She is currently living at home to save money so she can move out.
Then we will be empty nesters.
When did you begin your blogging journey and why?
I first began blogging back in 2008, but I had no idea what I was doing and the technical side of blogging was too complicated that I quickly gave up. I would post every once in a while, but it was not a consistent schedule by any means. This was before I knew about WordPress or more friendly user blogs. In fact, back then, I had a person comment on of my blog posts that I wasn’t very good at this whole blogging thing … <Yikes> but they went on to say, they would like to see me post more regularly.
I started to blog again because my ministry board members, who are much older than I am, told me I needed to. Hahaha which is funny, because most of them don’t even know how to navigate a computer very well. Out of obedience, I hired someone in late 2014 to redesign my website with the more user friendly WordPress, attended a bloggers conference to figure out how to blog, and I posted my very first blog in April 2015. Thus I restarted my journey back into blogging and I haven’t looked back since.
I even started doing weekly video blogs, but stopped last summer, due to a busy schedule and just haven’t restarted them.
Five Faves
Fave Movie- Miracle on 34th Street (the original version)
Fave Book- Which ever one I am currently reading … seriously, there are too many to choose from… but I love a good mystery. One of my favorite Christian authors is Dee Henderson.
Fave Bible Character- Elisha from the OT & Peter from the NT.
Fave Worship Songs- This is hard – I love to Worship.. but right now: Spirit Move by Kalley Heiligenthal & Reckless Love by Steffany Gretzinger.
Fave Childhood Memory- Friday and Saturday’s at my Grandmas house. Friday night we girls (my sister and my cousins) would get to stay the night with grandma. She loved Friday night wrestling, and so would let us stay up late with her. We didn’t really like to watch the wrestling, but we pretend to.
The best part was getting to have our pick of orange, grape or rooter soda and staying up late. Then Saturday morning, we would wake up, go to the chicken coop, collect eggs for breakfast while grandma fried up some bacon. After breakfast, we would start making the homemade spaghetti sauce for Saturday night dinner when our parents would come pick us up and my aunts and uncles would come for dinner. Spaghetti with grandmas homemade sauce with tomatoes fresh from her garden and loads and loads of freshly grated cheddar cheese. (I barely put any noodles in my bowl, it was mostly sauce and cheese.)
Fun Fact
I love softball. Some would say, I used to be obsessed with it. I played for years all through school and some in college. During several years when my kids were small, I would play on as many as 3-4 teams at the same time and would often get picked up to play tournaments when I was available. Softball was something I enjoyed and I was good at. My nickname is Special K … I got it from my softball playing days, but it has stuck around. Before I was married, my nickname was Big Mac (my maiden name was McEldowney and thus the Mac.. I was Big Mac and my sister Lil Mac) I much prefer the Special K nickname to being called a hamburger. LOL
Prayer Prompt
Thank you for being willing to pray for me. I am a firm believer that nothing advances in the kingdom without prayer! I have 2 requests: One regarding podcasting and one in regards to my writing.
I have my very first traditionally published book that just released August 21, 2018. It’s been both exciting and overwhelming. I would appreciate prayers that God would get this book out there and it’s message would reach those who would benefit from it. This book is a miracle, and God has done amazing things to bring it about. I do not have the large platform numbers that most traditionally published authors have, but the publishing house took a chance on me on anyway. I need prayers for creative and innovative God ideas to market the book, and for helpful, excited launch team members. Plus prayers for me as I figure out this whole marketing and book launch thing, and for people to come along side who will champion the books message and help me spread the word.
Also prayers regarding podcasting. It has been on my heart for 2 years now, getting the book contract pushed it back, but if I am gonna be truthful, there is a little bit of fear holding me back to take the plunge and dive in and just begin. As for the blog, I want to continue writing and building connection with people online, so prayers for continued direction and clarification would be wonderful.
**I’ve heard nothing but RAVE reviews from those who have had the opportunity to read Debbie’s new book, and I cannot wait to personally get my hands on it!
The Gift of Prophetic Encouragement hit the stores yesterday! Be sure to support Debbie and grab your copy on Amazon today!** ~Rachel
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Blog | Instagram | Personal FB | Blog FB | Twitter | Pinterest
Feature Post
I am sure you have heard the saying Comparison is the thief of joy.
During the Christmas season it is easy to slip into the mode of comparison.
For each person, the comparison can come in different ways.
Maybe it is comparing our decorations to those of our neighbors, our instagram friends, or even those we see on Pinterest.
Maybe it’s comparing the way our kids performed in the Christmas production, who wore the best outfit to the party, or who made the best tasting dish.
Comparison can quickly lead to jealousy, envy and even pride. It is not just a “women issue.” It’s an “everyone issue.”
Maybe you don’t think you are comparing, but have you ever found yourself trying to keep up with the Jones’?
It’s not just at Christmastime that the comparison bug can get us.. {Continue Reading}
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So much great and fun information in this bio sketch! Thanks! As you know, Debbie, I am SO looking forward to reading your book!
Blessings!
Thanks Michele! I am SO looking forward to you reading my book too. I had totally forgotten what responses I had written to Rachel’s questions. 🙂
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Thanks for the peek into your blogging and writing journey, as well as some interesting details about your life so far, Debbie! Sounds like you’ve really pushed through some hesitancies and hurdles over the years to get to this place. That’s encouraging to me! And thanks to Rachel for featuring you and your book here today! It sounds like an amazing read!
You are most welcome, Beth. I am glad I was an encouragement to you, and yes, there have definitely been hurdles to overcome in the process of getting to today. But at the same time, I have learned so much and am grateful for the journey – the good, bad and otherwise. I pray you get an opportunity to read my book soon. 🙂
Hi, deb! I started in 2008 too and didn’t know what I was doing! I love you memory and I love homemade spaghetti sauce! I know God delights in you and praying many will be reached by your message of love and connection.
Hi Sue! Thank you so much for your encouragement 🙂 I had fun remembering these memories too… sad thing is, I don’t remember Grandma’s sauce recipe and neither does anyone else… she never wrote it down. LOL But that’s ok, the memories are still there. Again, thank you also for your encouragement regarding my book. I do believe the book and it’s message will find it’s way to those who need it, just when they need it.
The girls at By His grace are always looking for podcasts, I’m sure she will be good at that, especially on prophetic encouragement.
– Rebecca – that is Awesome encouragement -thank you – I have some ideas rolling around in my head for some podcasts – so I will be working on it some more now that the book is launched.
Great interview! All this time I have been reading Debbie and didn’t know she was a softball nut. Love it. laurensparks.net
Hi Lauren 🙂 Yes, it’s true, I have a softball obsession. I haven’t played for about 5 years now, so I live vicariously through my niece. She’s a catcher for an elite traveling team and their just won a nation competition Blessings
Rachel – thank you so much for spotlighting me and my interview this week. I am honored and blessed. I had forgotten what answers I wrote in response to all the questions, so it was fun to re-read over them all. Thank you again for ALL that you are doing here to build community amongst us bloggers and writers. Keep up all the great work. I love your heart to bring us all together. Blessings
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