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Derek has published seven books in the past decade (you can find them at https://www.amazon.com/Derek-Maul/e/B001JS9WC4), and there's always something new in the works.

Before becoming a full-time writer, Derek taught public school in Florida for eighteen years, including cutting-edge work with autistic children. He holds bachelor's degrees in psychology and education from Stetson University and the University of West Florida.

Derek is active in teaching at his church: adult Sunday school, and a men's Bible study/spiritual formation group. He enjoys the outdoors, traveling, photography, reading, cooking, playing guitar, and golf.

• 10 Numbers for Jan 10: 10 for 1.10.2020

  By derekmaul on January 10, 2020 • ( 1 )

  

  For some reason people like numbers. Lists too. Lists that include numbers, even better. So today, for fun and illumination, I’d like to share: “10 interesting numbers for Jan 10.” Or 10 for 1.10.2020. “2020” – My prayer this year… Read More ›

• Derek’s one-stop guide to Meghan, Harry, Boris, Brexit – and all things British

  By derekmaul on January 9, 2020 • ( 0 )

  

  sometimes I’m tempted to just make stuff up

• It all starts here (revenge never works)

  By derekmaul on January 8, 2020 • ( 1 )

  

  Jesus comes to lead us in another direction

• the most critical element of effective communication is authenticity

  By derekmaul on January 7, 2020 • ( 4 )

  

  if your music – or any medium you choose to share your story – comes from your heart then people are more wiling to listen, and to receive.

• Jesus is in the business of invitation – not exclusion

  By derekmaul on January 6, 2020 • ( 0 )

  

  Everyone is welcome at church!

• On the 12th day of Christmas – an epiphany of light

  By derekmaul on January 5, 2020 • ( 0 )

  

  all that needs to remain is the light of Jesus…

• Parlor Games from Generation “Z”

  By derekmaul on January 4, 2020 • ( 0 )

  

  story telling and confirmation bais

• The Definitive New Year’s Alexander Photo-Shoot

  By derekmaul on January 3, 2020 • ( 2 )

  

  We always give thanks to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, when we pray for you. We’ve done this since we heard of your faith in Christ Jesus and your love for all God’s people. – Colossians 1:3-4… Read More ›

• Seeing our way clearly in 2020

  By derekmaul on January 1, 2020 • ( 0 )

  

  it helps to have an extended family rooted in and defined by faith

• “Goodbye 2019” – a shoutout to love, hope, peace, and joy

  By derekmaul on December 31, 2019 • ( 0 )

  

  closing out an interesting year