Photo by Anubhaw Anand on Pexels.com Romans 8:28 The Message (MSG) 28 That’s why we can be so sure that every detail in our lives of love for God is worked into something good. Have you ever questioned the meaning of your life in the heat of a battle? I have many times. During some battles, I’veContinueContinue reading “All Things Are Working”
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4 Questions with Artist Dawn Waters Baker
What was your main inspiration for the painting, New Life? In 2017, I had the privilege of being the Artist in Residence at Gettysburg National Military Park. I got to stay on one of the farms that were there during the battle. It was eerie and also a very spiritual time as I reflected onContinueContinue reading “4 Questions with Artist Dawn Waters Baker”
Know Your Enemy
Photo by cottonbro on Pexels.com Ephesians 6:12 For we wrestle not against flesh and blood,but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against a spiritual wickedness in high places. During this season, there has been so much going on around us. In times like these, it is easy to become distracted. However, we have to be very intentionalContinueContinue reading “Know Your Enemy”
Exchanging Ashes for Beauty
Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com I grew up in the foster care system in Michigan. My mother had been sexually assaulted at the age of fourteen and conceived me. As a result, the sum of her childhood traumas led her to turn to drugs and prostitution. She had six children by the time she wasContinueContinue reading “Exchanging Ashes for Beauty”
The Boy Who Would Be King: 7 Lesson from the Life of David
Shaniqua Rischer is a dynamic Minister, Author, and Spiritual Leader. You may be familiar with her writing through her God Morning devotionals, where she poignantly shares the Word of God each week day. She has expounded on those teachings by publishing her third book, “The Boy Who Who Would Be King: 7 Lessons from theContinueContinue reading “The Boy Who Would Be King: 7 Lesson from the Life of David”
Sow
Photo by icon0.com on Pexels.com There was a farmer who wanted his crop to grow,But he was rather stingy and wouldn’t let his seed go. The winter brought a terrible drought, scarce was the rain,He was apprehensive. He wasn’t sure more seed he’d gain. Carefully he’d count a few and plant them in the ground,He’dContinueContinue reading “Sow”
God Sees and Is Aware
Photo by Shayla on Pexels.com Lord, how long do I have to call out for help? Why don’t you listen to me? How long must I keep telling you that things are terrible? Why don’t you save us? Why do you make me watch while people treat others so unfairly? Why do you put upContinueContinue reading “God Sees and Is Aware”
The Thorns
The other day, I was discussing eagles with a friend. We discussed how the mother eagle lines the nest with thorns, rocks, and other sharp materials. After she lays the foundation of the nest with these kinds of uncomfortable objects, she lines it with softer materials such as feathers and anything she can find. InContinueContinue reading “The Thorns”
Step by Step
I’m so far behind. I turn 30 this year and let me tell you, I won’t be making any “30 under 30” lists. Many of you can quickly see how unhelpful lists like that are. However, I did live my late teens and early twenties with a sense of big dreams and big ambitions justContinueContinue reading “Step by Step”
The Power of “No”
Rejection is part of life. I have definitely had my share of it. Whether it be familial, in friendships, and even from the outside world, it can either make or break you. Let’s face it…it’s effects are up to us. We can live a guarded life out of our fear of rejection or take stepsContinueContinue reading “The Power of “No””
