Whether we want to face it or not, we all have battles to fight. If Jesus was hated and crucified (and He was perfect), you better believe that someone is hating on you too. We’ll all be attacked in one way or another, the key is to fight back the right way. Being attacked? 5 Ways to Fight Back 1. DON’T RESPOND. Some people will poke you just to get a reaction out of you. We have to know when and when not to respond. This takes intention. Think about the person and the situation. Is responding really going to change anything? I’m big on using my energy wisely. If…
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1 Day Shy of 1 Year of Marriage: What I’ve Learned
Tomorrow will mark our 1 year marriage anniversary. This is such a big deal and I’m truly in awe that it has been a year already. All glory to God for getting us this far! As I sit to write I don’t already have plans about what to write, I just know that this is something worth writing about. Last night at dinner I looked at Wes and told him I can’t imagine how much I will love him when I’m 50. As I reflect over our year, my love for him has grown tremendously. Marriage has a way of bringing out your good and your bad. It’s humbling…
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Graduate School Update: “I feel so inspired & focused.”
Tonight I presented a lecture over ethics in news and it was my longest presentation ever. My partner and I were responsible for the full lecture for our 2.5 hours class. I must say, everything went well. I feel so inspired & focused. Walking away feeling from the experience I felt inspired and relieved. The primary reason I’m going for a master’s degree is because I want to teach communication at the college level. I feel capable. It has been quite a journey so I am just so thankful to God to be where I am today. I recognize that I am in a very special place, and I…
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Repentance & Forgiveness in Marriage: 3 TIPS
Forget the fairytales, marriage is not about perfection, but rather repentance & forgiveness. If we are going to enjoy the blessing of marriage, we must first understand the critical role of repentance & forgiveness. I’ve been married for 20 days short of a year and 1 thing I’ve learned so far is that no marriage can thrive without repentance and forgiveness. Honestly, it’s a big part of what it’s all about. Since no one is perfect, every married couple will face things that they may not have expected. We all may face different things, but the fact is that we will all face some things within our marriage. Face it:…
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And He Rose: Resurrection Sunday 2016
Because He rose, I live the life that I now live. Because He rose, I am forgiven and am able to forgive. Because He rose, my past can’t define me or control me. My past has no hold on me. Because He rose, I am free and free to be me. I am simply me. Because He rose, I’m new. I’m a new creature with a new mind, thinking new thoughts, doing new things. Becuase He rose, I know I have the victory. Because He rose, no one can stop me. Whatever He says will be. Whatever He has for me I’ll receive. Because He rose, I can love, give,…
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Major Life Changes
These 2 pictures show just one of the many changes that have occurred in my life over the past few years: If you’ve been a long-time reader then you’ve been able to witness the major life changes that I’ve experienced. I started the website in 2013 and at the time I was working on my associate’s degree, working a full-time job, in addition to single parenting. By the grace of God, I’m now married with two kids and working on my master’s degree. God has been so gracious to me. I’m writing to share with you that I’ll be making some major changes to the website. You may…
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10 Thoughts About Me & About Life @ 2:00 a.m.
Hello there! I’m up late & feel like writing, so let me share 10 thoughts about me & about life @ 2:00 a.m. Here goes! 1. I feel strong. The battles that I’ve faced throughout life have undoubtedly strengthened me in many, many ways. I do know that I’m still continuing to grow and develop as a woman, but I also know that I’m stronger than I’ve ever been before. 2. I feel capable. Even with multiple responsibilities on my plate, I know that I’m capable to handle it all. I also know that I’m capable to handle the things to come. “I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth…
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Stop Fighting Like That
Every battle is not yours to fight. Often times, we’re stressed because we try to physically fight every battle that comes our way. I’m here to encourage you today: Stop fighting like that. Explanations and proclamations are not always best. Some people will have an issue with you regardless of what you do. Don’t succumb to the pressures of trying to get everyone to understand you. People lying on you? It’s not always meant for you to explain your side of the story. This is a sure way of wasting all of your energy, instead of investing it on issues that truly matter. Instead of fighting back, trust God. Allow…
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15 Lessons I Learned in 2015
Another year is coming to a close, so I’ll share my top lessons from the year. 15 Lessons I Learned in 2015: 1. If you don’t quit, you can. I got pregnant my final year of college & I know many doubted me. Momentarily I did, myself. But I didn’t quit and I did it. We gave birth to Keziah via c-section on April 1st and was back in class (in the front row) a week later. I graduated with my bachelor’s, with honors, on May 9th. I didn’t quit and I did it. 2. Crying is okay. For me, it’s inevitable. Nowadays I don’t run from it. I cry…
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SET BIG GOALS: Time Moves Regardless
What are you doing with your time? Sometimes we’re afraid to set big goals due to the amount of time they will take, but we must remember that time moves regardless. When you determine what you are doing with your time, you will understand what you are doing with your life. A few years ago, when I was considering law school, I read something that has stuck with me. It basically said: 3 years is going to come anyway. At that point my thinking shifted from saying: “law school will take too long” to “I want to do whatever the Lord’s will is for me to do.” It was a complete…
