Do you fear writing? What about it scares you? My fear was of being good enough. I had some bad brushes with teachers and professors; however, I also had others that encouraged me and pushed me forward. Now here I am, a published author with a few more projects in...
Reading the entire bible, cover to cover, in 90 days so no cakewalk. Today’s devotion is more of an inspirational moment. I am writing for myself and for you…readers. I’m fortunate to have a little help today…Dory take it away. I have watched this movie a million times. However,...
“Do not seek revenge or bear a grudge against one of your people, but love your neighbor as yourself. I am the Lord” (Leviticus 19:18). Love others as you love yourself. I have always loved this verse. As I approach my anniversary I am embracing a new understanding....
I took my seat, scanned the room and my heart warmed. I would have giggled had I not been the only woman in the room. I pulled out my laptop and settled in for a new journey.I was too excited to be nervous. Too thrilled to take in the...
Seeds of Turmoil: The Biblical Roots of the Inevitable Crisis in the Middle East by Bryant Wright (Thomas Nelson, ISBN 9780849948152, August 2010, $19.99) takes readers from Abraham to today when addressing the Middle East conflict. Wright pairs scripture with historical facts back to one family–Abraham, Sarah, and Hagar....
“You and these people who come to you will only wear yourselves out. The work is too heavy for you; you cannot handle it alone” (Exodus 18:18). God may give a task to an individual; however, there is no fault in requesting and/or accepting help from others. Superwoman...
“But I have raised you up for this very purpose, that I might show you my power and that my name might be proclaimed in all the earth” (Exodus 9:16). God’s Purpose Prevails Today’s devotional is still trapped in my heart. I usually sit and it flows out...
Israel said to Joseph, “I never expected to see your face again, and now God has allowed me to see your children too” (Genesis 48:11). God loves His children. Have you ever lost your child in the grocery store? I haven’t but I once thought I lost my son…in my house....
“I will not let you go unless you bless me” (Genesis 32:26b). Have you ever felt you were in a fight for your life? You duck. Your finances land a solid right hook. You weave. And your health sweeps you off your feet. You land flat on the ground....
Happy New Year!!!I can’t believe it’s 2011. As I write this post, I am a few hours away. I can’t help but to think back over 2010. I learned so much about myself. I experienced extreme highs and disheartening lows. I end the year in a wonderful place. I...
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