Scripture: “We will not hide them from their children but tell to the coming generation the glorious deeds of the Lord, and his might, and the wonders that he has done” (Psalms 8:4 ESV). In honor of Black History Month and to commemorate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s holiday, I watched several of Dr. King’s […]
“The heart of man plans his way, but the Lord establishes his steps.” Proverbs 16:9 Happy New Year! A new year is usually the time we wipe the slate clean and start something fresh and new. At the beginning of a new year, we often anticipate a new beginning, set new goals, and acquire a new
During a recent “not so busy” evening, I decided it was the perfect time to try out a spoon bread recipe my God sister had given me. Although I’m not a great baker and hate following recipes, I thought I would attempt to make this spoonbread. After taking inventory of my pantry, I discovered I
“Suppose one of you wants to build a tower. Won’t you first sit down and estimate the cost to see if you have enough money to complete it? For if you lay the foundation and are not able to finish it, everyone who sees it will ridicule you, saying, ‘This person began to build and
“An occasional compliment is necessary to keep up one’s self-respect.” Mark Twain Do you have trouble accepting compliments? Well, I do. When I walked into the gym a couple of weeks ago, one of the receptionists complimented me on how nice I looked. I immediately gave her an entire paragraph on how it was impossible
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“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
“Let all things be done decently and in order.” 1 Corinthians 14:40 NKJV Have you ever had to run around frantically looking for your keys when you were already late for an appointment? Have you ever had to search for matching socks in the clean laundry that you had left in the dryer for a
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:6-7 (NIV) May is Mental Health Awareness Month. It is important for us to
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“I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 3:14 NIV Over the past two years, I used the unsettling times of the pandemic as a time of reflection and goal setting. As the world seems to be reopening and our lives are beginning to reclaim
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