“And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work.” 2 Corinthians 9:8 Abundant living is a powerful concept. At first blush, it may elude to being financially wealthy. The truth is Read more…
Forgiveness is a funny thing. It warms the heart and cools the sting. ~ William Arthur Ward I remember feeling hurt by a friend or one of my brothers as a kid. The predominant thought and reactive saying was, “I forgive you, but I will not forget what you have Read more…
“She thought, “If I just touch his clothes, I will be healed.” Mark 5:28 NIV Every now and then, I will see a post on Facebook that says “wait for it.” The punch line or the funny part is coming, but there is a prelude you must first endure. So wait Read more…
You have heard the saying, “you are what you eat.” It is a phrase intended to trigger thoughts about wise eating decisions. As a child, I did not find it particularly persuasive. The warm, sweet aroma of a fresh baked cake, pie, cookies or brownies was definitely more enticing. Why Read more…
“So, as those who have been chosen of God, holy and beloved, put on a heart of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.” Colossians 3:12 “Your necklace is beautiful,” I said while gazing at a glass teardrop hanging on a simple black string around my friend’s neck. It was Read more…
I’m feeling some kinda way about cancer right now. It’s really hitting close to home. This year began with a friend posting on Facebook that he was in hospice care. His battle with cancer was coming to an end. He passed away in August … just days before his birthday. Read more…
I witnessed something amazing this weekend. A ribbon cutting ceremony for a newly remodeled neighborhood park. The best part is … it is my neighborhood park. This excites me. I witnessed the slow decline if not decaying of my city. Vacant homes. Barren neighborhoods. Desolate streets. Now I get to Read more…
“The time has come to harness the blessed power within us and to use it to transcend from our current existence into a more empowered reality.” ― Steve Maraboli I attended two women’s empowerment events this week. Two. It was pure exhilaration to be among so many accomplished women. They spoke Read more…
“A storm is coming … Get in the basement!” My brothers and I would gallop down the stairs heeding our mother’s command. We were running to the safest place in the house. We would wait for hours … it seemed … until an authoritative voice on the radio announced the Read more…
My first encounter with a difficult person really baffled me. I was shocked by his sudden display of anger and belligerent behavior. I was paralyzed and dumbfounded. The meeting could not end soon enough. I gathered my notebook and hurried to my car. I was a short distance, just two Read more…