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Mandisa says it too .. You’re An Overcomer! But How?

I was not sad to see last year go. Two thousand and fourteen was just fine to go its merry way. I didn’t stand with a white handkerchief, holding back tears as it rode into the sunset late December 31st. Last year was hard. Full of trials and constant opposition. Sometimes I felt successful if … Continue reading →

Your Power is in the Package

But the Helper, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, he will teach you all things and bring to your remembrance all that I have said to you. John 14:26 A few weeks back, I received a text from a former neighbor. My sweet friend, a mom of four, had purchased … Continue reading →

Sibling Rivalry: Stop Telling Your Kids To Quit Fighting

[Epaphras] is Christ’s faithful servant, and he is helping us on your behalf. He has told us about the love for others that the Holy Spirit has given you. Colossians 1:7-8 If your children never argue, scream at one another or come stomping down to inform you that “brother has locked the door and won’t … Continue reading →

If You Are Hungry, Then Eat {Grace Words Wednesday}

“We walk by faith, not by sight.” 2 Corinthians 5:7 Do you ever feel a million miles away from God? I have to imagine that we all do. Monday I called my mentor, Debbie, in a spiritual panic, for I felt no matter how hard I searched for God, it seemed I could not … Continue reading →

Auto Correct, I Forgive You

Dear iPhone Auto Correct, I know that we have had a rough friendship over the years. We have struggled with a love/hate relationship of sorts. But today I am writing you to set the record straight and to ask for your forgiveness. First of all, for the record, let me begin by saying how thankful … Continue reading →

Five Letters Left On My Table

I sat in church. About ten rows back from stage left. Bible bag at my feet. A purple pen in my hand. A journal in my lap. And God spoke. His voice … unrelated to what going on around me. Not pertaining to my pastor’s message. The Lord spoke an unmistakable, inaudible Word – His … Continue reading →