A native of Chattanooga, Tennessee, Chris Raynes lives in Tryon, North Carolina and ministers with her husband, Pastor Doug Raynes at the Progress Baptist Church in Hendersonville, North Carolina. She has blessed many through the years as an effective speaker and teacher of the Word through Sunday school, ladies’ conferences, and even one year as a 5th-6th grade classroom teacher. Chris sings alto in their family music ministry. An amazing cook and hostess, she also loves gardening, interior decorating, and babysitting her six grandchildren. Most recently, Chris has enjoyed managing their vacation rental on the Pacolet River. Greatly blessed with the ability to share truth practically and gently, she is passionate about helping Christian women live joy-filled and contented lives, resting in the peace that Jesus gives.