Two people are better off than one, for they can help each other succeed. Ecclesiastes 4:9 (New Living Translation) While I was in grad school, most of the class projects I needed to complete were within a group context. Depending on the subject, my instructor would assign random individuals to participate in developing a groupContinue reading “1 + 1 + 1 = COMMUNITY“
Category Archives: love
For REAL…What does the world have to OFFER that God cannot?
Peace, I leave with you; My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Do not let your heart be troubled, nor let it be fearful. — John 14:27 (New American Standard Bible) For real…I did not experience peace until I was in my 40’s. I am talkingContinue reading “For REAL…What does the world have to OFFER that God cannot?“
CONSISTENT looks like …
Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever. Hebrews 13:8 (New Living Translation) I would consider myself consistent in a few areas of my life. I tend to go to the same restaurants and order the same thing. When I go outlet shopping, I head straight to the stores I more than likely mayContinue reading “CONSISTENT looks like …“
Be THANKFUL
Give thanks to the Lord and proclaim His greatness. Let the whole world know what He has done. Psalm 105:1 NLT What are you thankful for? Personally, I am thankful for my family, my friends, my life, the very breath I breathe. Yet, I hesitate to imagine how I can ever thank God enough forContinue reading “Be THANKFUL“
DON’T Worry. BE Joyful.
Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 (English Standard Version) In this scripture, we read of Paul and Timothy writing to each other about giving thanks in all circumstances. If your happiness is based on things workingContinue reading “DON’T Worry. BE Joyful.“
Starting OVER. Take 2
Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come. 2 Corinthians 5:17 Starting over may conjure images of work, repeat efforts, new efforts, heavy lifting, and/or frustrations. On the other hand, you can look at starting over as a second chance to refocus,Continue reading “Starting OVER. Take 2“
The TRUEST Gift of Christmas
For a Child will be born to us, a Son will be given to us; And the government will rest on His shoulders; And His name will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Eternal Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6 (New American Standard Bible/NASB) Aside from catching up with family and friends on Christmas Eve,Continue reading “The TRUEST Gift of Christmas“
I AM Woman
In a season when women (and men) are fighting to identify who they are via gender, the struggle is further maddening for one who is unclear of their worth and significance just as they were created. For a young teen in Brooklyn, I was reminded daily I was daddy’s big, beautiful princess, mommy’s assistant whenContinue reading “I AM Woman“
The GIFT of Compliments
“Compliments should be given with no further motive than honesty. If ever in question. Just be your beautiful self. Take it.” Unknown There is a wonderful thing that happens when a compliment is spoken. These polite expressions of praise or admiration can encourage and spark the spirit of another. Being praised allows us to feelContinue reading “The GIFT of Compliments”
Are you LONELY Tonight?
Be fearless. You are never alone. Joshua 1:9 Health on track? Check. Active social life with your Girl Squad? Check. Professional career on track? Check. Financially healthy; minimal debt? Check. Family doing well? Check. Faithful in your relationship with Christ? Check. Check. Yet, when you get home at night the silence greets you more profoundlyContinue reading “Are you LONELY Tonight?“
now what, Linda? 