Although I am currently taking a social media break, I popped onto Instagram about a month ago, for food inspiration or boredom or some other forgotten reason, and it just so happened that it was World Day Against Trafficking In Persons. Two stories in and I’m wrecked, heart broken over the things that happen to children, and in utter horror … Read More
If Momma Ain’t Happy, Ain’t Nobody Happy
Lately, I have been heavily mediating on the power of one’s tongue. It amazes me how something so small has such great power. But, before I get to the “meat” of this post, allow me to share this disclaimer: I am not a master at controlling my tongue. I, too, fail (more often than I would like to admit) at bridling … Read More
Pick Up Your Bible, Put Down Your Phone
The last few months have been hard. I’ve felt the weight and the tension of everything going on in our nation and have foundmyself feeling sad and anxious because of it. I’m not sure if you’re like me, but when there is a lot of pain going on in theworld it leads to spending more and more time in front of a screen. Sometimes it’s a tv screen watching … Read More
Fix Your Eyes
Do you remember the character from the Charlie Brown series that was called “Pig Pen”? He seemed to have somewhat of a smile on his face and smudges of dirt all over his clothes and face. He also had a cloud of dust that was surrounding his legs and feet. Isn’t that a perfect example of how we all feel … Read More
Tasty skittles, toddler tantrums, and a life of joy
NO to self, YES to God Have you ever seen a toddler throw a fit? If you are a momma, I know the answer to that is a resounding YES, but I am pretty sure everyone has. If they can’t have exactly what they want, they want everyone to know they aren’t happy about it. Toddlers know little of self-denial … Read More
Finding Freedom In Being Unqualified
Fireworks, food & freedom were the anthem for many Americans this past weekend as we celebrated our 244th Independence Day. People referenced the bald eagle more than usual, broke out the stars & stripes outfits, and enjoyed days with family and friends. While the Fourth may have been a brief reprieve from the chaos of 2020, there is no shortage … Read More
Choosing Love When I Am Weary
I don’t know about you, but often for me, in seasons of weariness, stretching or overcoming, I find myself camping in a couple of Bible verses and staying there until the Spirit leads me on. I’m grateful for His leading, inviting me to focus and meditate and be at rest in the midst of emotional turbulence. The Bible has a … Read More
Racial Reconciliation and the Hope of the Gospel
The recent deaths of Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, and George Floyd have led to an outcry of deep lament in the Black community, one that White people everywhere are beginning to wake up to—Black Americans are hurting, and they’ve also always been hurting. The deep divide between Black and White is full of heartbreak, with the Black community shouldering the … Read More
Combating Comparison
One of the perks of having a sister, especially a fashionable one, is the benefit of receiving hand-me-downs. If you were to look inside my closet, you would find that my wardrobe mostly consists of clothes my sister once wore. I am not complaining; she has exquisite taste in fashion, and I am more than happy to receive the blessing. … Read More
Filling Truth for Hungry Souls
I’m going to be honest. This stay at home order has been hard on me. Anyone who knows me knows that I’m a social butterfly. I thrive off social interaction. I miss coffee dates, I miss family gatherings, I miss meeting as a body of believers. I want to look my friends in the eye when I speak to them, … Read More