“Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 3:13-14 NIV) Happy New […]
“Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” 1 Thessalonians 5:18 We are quickly approaching our season of Thanksgiving and although life may seem grim at times, there is so much to be thankful for. I’d rather concentrate on and be grateful for the good things:
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“There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure.” Colin Powell On Saturday, September 9, 2023, I sat glued to the television as the young tennis player, Cori “Coco” Gauff competed at the 2023 U.S. Opens against Belarusian Aryana Sabalenka in New York City. With her
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“Therefore, we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us…” Hebrews:12:1 Sha’Carri Richardson is a 23-year-old American sprinter from Dallas, Texas. In June 2021, she was expected to run
“Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails.” Proverbs 19:21 NIV As a young adult, I was so caught up in my role of being a wife and mother, I lost my identity. Unknowingly, I had been identifying myself with my roles in life and I absolutely had
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” (Joshua 1:9 NKJV) Lately, I have been afforded some opportunities that would challenge me to get out of my comfort zone. We often use the words
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Originally posted 4/24/2017 “But as for you, be strong and do not give up, for your work will be rewarded.” (2 Chronicles 15:7 NIV) Recently, I was watching Nick Vujicic give a speech on YouTube titled, “Good Days & Bad Days.” Nick is an Australian Christian evangelist and motivational speaker who was born with tetra-amelia
“Finally, brothers and sisters, rejoice! Strive for full restoration, encourage one another, be of one mind, live in peace. And the God of love and peace will be with you.” (2 Corinthians 13:11 NIV) Last month, I discussed finding balance in our lives. In order to find balance, we must practice self-care. Oftentimes, we continuously pour into others while
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“But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you. Therefore, do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble.” Matthew 6:33-34 ESV I have a confession; while I post this blog, know that
“Not only so, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. And hope does not disappoint us, because God has poured out his Love into our hearts by the Holy Spirit, who he has given us.” Romans 5:3-5 NIV Recently, due to road construction,
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