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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 →

A reminder to put your foot down…

Jesus said to him, “Away from me, Satan! For it is written: ‘Worship the Lord your God, and serve him only.’” Then the devil left him, and angels came and attended him. Matthew 4:10-11 Just a reminder that when we finally put our foot down and tell that stupid devil to get away from us, … Continue reading →

{Tell Mason I’m Sorry} Notes On Spiritual Warfare

Be serious. Be alert! Your adversary the devil is prowling around like a roaring lion, looking for anyone he can devour. Resist him and be firm in the faith, knowing that the same suffering are being experienced by your fellow believers throughout the world. 1 Peter 5:8-9 This summer we vacationed in Gulf Shores, Alabama. … Continue reading →

A Week In Instagram

My week in the light of Instagram… Yep. That would be my van. A big ol’ metal rod found its way into my tire. Not a nail. Or a piece of glass. A big metal rod. What in the world? Pleasantly, I was stranded at a dear friend’s house, where we were allowed an extra … Continue reading →

It Is Important That You Know This

It may sound eery, but when I opened my eyes this morning, one verse came to mind…. Be of sober mind. Be vigilant and cautious at all times; for that enemy of yours, the devil, roams around like a lion roaring [in fierce hunger] seeking someone to seize upon and devour. Withstand [Resist] him; be … Continue reading →

God Chimed In At Baseball Practice

Yesterday screamed all things spring. Our season’s first baseball practice could not have been more strategically placed in the month. The weather was a perfect 70 degrees. The fields vibrant green. Weeping willows are dripping the first signs of life and the Bradford Pears are working hard to press through the final remnants of winter. … Continue reading →

Hitting On Kickoffs – by Brent Crenshaw

Newbern Cherokees. That was our name. We were red and white. Our uniforms weren’t fancy. In fact, they resembled practice squad hand-me-downs. But I didn’t care. I loved football. It was my eighth grade year and this was our biggest rival, the Trimble Demons. The air at their middle school football field smelled of grilled … Continue reading →

Prayin’ Up Our Babies – A Bully & The Bridge

I was a school bus girl. I rode the bus from my first day in kindergarten until I had my own car. I lived on the very edge of the county line, so it took the bus a solid 25 minutes to get to my high school. As a sophomore, I vividly remember the sick … Continue reading →

You Can Take The Boy Away From The Sword…

I confiscated every sword in the house. I was up to my ears in Samurai noises, battle sounds, and the infamous “shing-shing” sound effect of sword play. Moms of boys, aren’t we convinced that the “shing” noise develops in utero? I am convinced. I took them all. The nerf swords. The power blazers. The light … Continue reading →

If Your Faith Is Shaken…

I have ran with the same friend for years. We meet at a small church parking lot near a stretch of sidewalk where we love to run. We have memorized what red light marks a 5K, what subdivision makes four miles and which fire hydrant adds up to five. Along this path, our friendship has … Continue reading →