Ephesians 4:22-24(NLT) “22 throw off your old sinful nature and your former way of life, which is corrupted by lust and deception.23 Instead, let the Spirit renew your thoughts and attitudes. 24 Put on your new nature, created to be like God—truly righteous and holy.” My friend Brian met his new girlfriend fourRead More →
There are just as many good men out there as there are good women. To second guess this truth is to diminish the brilliance of our Heavenly Father’s intelligence. There is a man that equals your capacity to love, and he is desiring your brand of specialness as much, ifRead More →
Dear Heavenly Father, I was a little puzzled by something a person shared with me. She hasn’t been dating her boyfriend very long, only a few weeks, and already he says that he loves her. When I cautioned her about moving too fast too soon, she became defensive and saidRead More →
Relationships are very delicate because, to a certain degree, you’re taking on someone else’s heart. It’s an expansion of your territory and influence. The time and energy that is spent towards finding out if you’re a good fit for one another can be filled with highs and lows, so becomingRead More →
There’s a question every woman that is single and waiting for the right man to enter her life must ask. It is whether wait mode has caused her to hit the pause button on other vital parts of her life. Sometimes we can do this and not realize it. WeRead More →
Isaiah 43:1-3 (NLT) “1 But now, O Jacob, listen to the LORD who created you. O Israel, the one who formed you says, “Do not be afraid, for I have ransomed you. I have called you by name; you are mine. 2 When you go through deep waters, I willRead More →
I’m letting you know up front that this is going to be one of those teachings that encourages you to keep on fighting for the life you want, but I’m also aiming to do something else. I’m going to tell you what God says we must do in order toRead More →
As a young woman, getting her feet wet with dating, my family matriarchs and spiritual mentors reminded me often about the scripture in 2Corinthians 6:14(NLT). It straightforwardly tells us, “Don’t team up with those who are unbelievers.” I loved the Lord, but I didn’t understand what was so bad aboutRead More →
There’s a famous quote that says, “If you tell the truth, you don’t have to worry about keeping a lie straight.” There’s also another golden gem that most all of us have heard, “Honesty is the best policy.” Unequivocally, honesty is always the best policy, practice, and pursuit; but sometimesRead More →
I received a phone call recently from a Christian woman who’s been single for a little while. Like many of our sisters out there patiently waiting, she’s attractive, savvy, stable and witty. She’s at a point in her life where she’s expecting God to bless her with a good manRead More →
Hebrews 11:1 tells us that faith is the substance of things hoped for, and it is the evidence of things not seen. We can’t reach out and touch the substance of faith, but it is more powerful than anything you and I can imagine. Faith allows us to step intoRead More →
Philippians 4:11-13 (NLT) 11 Not that I was ever in need, for I have learned how to be content with whatever I have. 12 I know how to live on almost nothing or with everything. I have learned the secret of living in every situation, whether it is with aRead More →
Many in modern society think it’s an antiquated notion for a man to only have a relationship with a woman he considers worthy of marriage. Heavenly Father is not interested in our opinions regarding the laws and statues He has created. They are drenched in His love, and they areRead More →
She said she felt unloved at home. When her husband asked why she cheated on the marriage, this was her response. His name is Jeff, and he is what most of us would coin as the quintessential ‘good man’. He’s handsome, handy, and loves being at home. He’s kept aRead More →
Mark 11:23-24(NLT) “I tell you the truth, you can say to this mountain, may you be lifted up and thrown into the sea, and it will happen. But you must really believe it will happen and have no doubt in your heart. 24 I tell you, you can pray forRead More →
John 3:20-21(NLT) “All who do evil hate the light and refuse to go near it for fear their sins will be exposed. But those who do what is right come to the light so others can see that they are doing what God wants.” I had a conversation with myRead More →
They’ve got videos now that supposedly teach you how to walk in five and six inch heels. Every time I hear about one of them, I chuckle to myself. Used to be that I could cut a stride with the best of ‘em back in the day, but now…what? StayingRead More →
Proverbs 13:3 (NLT) “Those who control their tongue will have a long life; opening your mouth can ruin everything.” We can never underestimate the power of the words we speak. Proverb 13:3 is one example of how God wakes us up to the damage that can be done by whatRead More →
Matthew 6:26 (NLT) “Look at the birds. They don’t plant or harvest or store food in barns, for your heavenly Father feeds them. And aren’t you far more valuable to him than they are?” Do you believe you are worthy and lovable? God says you are. But this is stillRead More →
Mark 13:33 (NIV) “Be on guard! Be alert! You do not know when that time will come. 34: It’s like a man going away: He leaves his house and puts his servants in charge, each with his assigned task, and tells the one at the door to keep watch. 35Read More →
Romans 12:2 (NLT) “Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God’s will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect.” I was flipping the channel oneRead More →
The 24th chapter of Genesis gives us the record of Abraham, the Father of Our Believing, and his quest to oversee the marriage of his son. It was custom during this time in biblical history that the father, whose position was one of authority in the household, would also overseeRead More →
You’ve been studying with us for a while, you’ve grown tremendously in Christ, and you’ve finally met someone that you think might be the person Heavenly Father has ordained for you to marry. This is breaking news for us of the best kind! We can’t tell you how blessed weRead More →
Deuteronomy 4:29 (NLT) But from there you will search again for the LORD your God. And if you search for him with all your heart and soul, you will find him. Just as the Word of God declares, I believe very strongly that if you want or desire something thatRead More →
Galatians 5:16-17(NLT) “16 So I say, let the Holy Spirit guide your lives. Then you won’t be doing what your sinful nature craves. 17 The sinful nature wants to do evil, which is just the opposite of what the Spirit wants. And the Spirit gives us desires that are theRead More →
Sisters, I know that I can lean on your support and that you’ll give me a pass for venting a little bit. I don’t know if I can take hearing one more Sister in Christ complain that there are no more good men out there. Some of us are actuallyRead More →
James 3:17 (NLT) “17 But the wisdom from above is first of all pure. It is also peace loving, gentle at all times, and willing to yield to others. It is full of mercy and the fruit of good deeds. It shows no favoritism and is always sincere.” “I justRead More →
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The other day, I watched some kids practicing soccer in the park. During the practice, I heard the coach instructing them to pace their breathing, so that they wouldn’t become too exhausted while running in the game. “If you want to play long and strong, breathe slowly and steadily, ratherRead More →
Isaiah 45:3 (NLT) says, “And I will give you treasures hidden in the darkness – secret riches. I will do this so you may know that I am the Lord, the God of Israel, the one who calls you by name.” This is one of my all-time favorite verses inRead More →