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I Walked Away

Latest Song · Poetry set to music

I Walked Away

I walked away but He kept reaching… I ran from love, but still He stayed. Through every doubt my heart kept hiding, yet Grace kept standing in my way.

Author · Poet · Faith Writer

"Let the words of my mouth and the meditations of my heart be pleasing to You my Rock and my Redeemer!"
-Psalms 19:14

Hello, and thank you for visiting my website. I'm an author, poet, and faith writer. I try to focus on words that encourage individuals on their walk of faith. In this website you'll find articles, poetry and songs that have been created from my poetry. Also, you'll find information about my newest published works, and promotions related to them. I'd love it if you choose to subscribe to this website! You'll find the link at the bottom of this home page.

Barbara Ruffing

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— B.R.

Lucy and Her Boots.

Now Available · First Children's Book

Lucy and Her Boots.

Words of wisdom from Lucy: “I hope your boots always dance and add joy to your life.”

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“Now wherever you go, make disciples of all nations...” ‭‭Matthew‬ ‭28‬:‭19‬ ‭

Globally Minded!

A heart for the world — supporting and praying for those who carry hope to far places. These are the people and ministries we walk beside. And it is one of our greatest joys!

Church in the City Global Outreach

Church in the City Global Outreach

Every Christian has a clear command to go into all the world and preach the Gospel. At Church in the City we are partnered with missionaries from four continents and run multiple missions trip per year. For more information or to get involved, contact missionsteam@citcdallas.org.

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El Salvador, May 2026

El Salvador, May 2026

Eight team members went from Church In The City to serve with missionary Wally Cook. We had an evening of outreach on the city square of San Salvador, ministered in six churches, visited an amazing children’s home managed by Tia Ana, worked in two English as a second language schools, and climbed the volcano, El Boqueron! And we ate a lot of ice cream!