There are times in our Christian lives when we need to experience an expeditious move by God. In those moments, we feel pressed on all sides and crushed by the forces of life. Particularly, many of us have been waiting … Read More
In its simplest form, a covenant is a binding agreement, contract, or bond between parties. In essence, it is a commitment that carries the weight of a promise. When a covenant is activated, there is an implicit understanding that the … Read More
I grew up in a conservative Southern Baptist church where services were strictly an hour long. Any extension beyond the allotted time led to shuffling, throat-clearing, and watch-glancing. When it came to expressive dancing for God, many church elders frowned … Read More
All over the Earth, there are legions of wicked forces that are working in tandem to subjugate us to the bondage of slavery. For centuries, demonic principalities (e.g., chattel slavery, human trafficking, financial debt, and condemnation) have all tried to … Read More
A contingency plan, also known as Plan B, is an alternative or backup plan. People and businesses usually create contingency plans in the event their original plans collapse. These risk management strategies provide tactics to mitigate the
Shattered pieces, ball-clenched fists,
Who’d have thought it’d come to this?
Tales of broken hearts, disappointments, and unchecked lists,
But to end it there, I’d be remiss,
to explain the travesty caused by a clam-shut fist…
Many of us are … Read More
For those with a travel wishlist, Rome, Italy, is a definite “must see.” For years, I dreamed of visiting the ancient City with its vast history, rich culture, and amazing food. This past summer, I made it there for a … Read More
Sticks and stones may break your bones, but words, particularly negative words, have the potential to crush your spirit, break your heart, and demolish your dreams. For those of us who have heard that old childhood adage, we know that … Read More
The golden dewdrop (duranta erecta) is an evergreen shrub or small tree in the verbena family. It makes a great garden selection. Other common names are “sapphire showers,” “pigeon berry,” and “sky flower.” The name “golden dewdrop” refers to … Read More
During my morning walk, I came across an inspirational message from motivational speaker, Les Brown. He shared the parable of the growth of the Chinese Bamboo Tree. It’s a story of how persistence and faith can yield the eventual realization … Read More