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Do you check your spirit? In Luke 18:9-14, the Pharisee prays self-righteously, boasting about his religious practices, including fasting twice a week and paying tithes. In contrast, the tax collector humbly prays for mercy, and Jesus highlights the tax collector’s humility. So many times, we worship and seek after the wrong things. I know this… Read more
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I was brought up in a Pentecostal Church where power through the baptism of the Holy Spirit was central to our religion. When I turned 30 I began to hunger and thirst for more of God, to know Him, to know His love. I began studying His word, digging deeper and deeper and praying more… Read more
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Late night thoughts:I remember the first time I saw my husband. My first impression was “he’s a wonderful father. “ This fact mesmerized me. I wanted more than anything to be with a man who would be a loving father who put his family first.He did. He always has.Is he perfect? No!Does he have issues?… Read more
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My brother DeWayne was known for his comedic talent. He could quickly respond with funny remarks. If Momma was mad about something and fussing and yelling, He could have her laughing in just a minute. Not me. If ever opened my mouth all I ever did was make her angrier.One day after he had calmed… Read more
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I have been blessed with four intelligent, beautiful and independent daughters. This was my goal! This was my desire. I never wanted them to suffer the heartache and stress I had experienced. I prayed, I worked hard to make sure they had a good stable life. We went to church every Sunday as a family.… Read more
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How often do you say “no” to things that would interfere with your goals? No where nearly as often as I should, but a lot more than I use too! As a wife, mother, grandmother and now the caregiver for my mother it is my nature to take care of everyone else first. However, I… Read more
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What advice would you give to your teenage self? You do not have to please everyone! Learn to just say “no” and be ok with it! Your purpose and mission for life is not to make everyone happy. Girl, even Jesus Christ couldn’t do that! So, get off your high horse and pull up your… Read more
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What’s your favorite thing to cook? Cooking is a huge trait in my love language. So, my favorite thing to cook is whatever makes the one I am cooking for feel special. I inherited this trait from my paternal grandmother “Nannie.” Whenever my brother and I would visit her she would actually ask us what… Read more
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I read an article today where a woman was proclaiming she did not regret having an abortion. I have read where women have bragged about how many abortions they have had without any remorse whatsoever. I can’t comprehend this way of thinking. When I was 21 years old I had an abortion. I loved the… Read more
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Based on a study of The Gifts of Imperfection – Brene’ Brown, Ph.D. Get Deliberate. Get Inspired. Get Going. How do you get deliberate? Make up your mind – I am going to live authentically! Set being authentic as a goal. Be determined to stand your ground. Be consistent and persistent. How do you get… Read more
For Real, Elaine?! 