My Prayerful Week Prior to Breast Biopsy

This week, leading up to my biopsy on Friday, is a significant time of reflection and self-care for me. As I prepare for the procedure, I find solace in the quiet moments that allow me to contemplate the joy of life and the relationships that truly matter. I plan to spend my days engaging inContinue reading “My Prayerful Week Prior to Breast Biopsy”

God Knows Your Pain and is Always With You

God’s understanding of our pain is profound and unparalleled. It is an understanding that transcends mere observation; it is a deep, intrinsic connection that resonates from the very core of our being. Imagine God, not just as an omnipotent presence, but as a compassionate entity that feels and experiences the turmoil we go through. WhenContinue reading “God Knows Your Pain and is Always With You”

The Pulpit is NO Place for a Policial Agenda

I have been an ordained minister for 30 years. Yes, 30! Whereas I have not been perfect, I do know and adhere to the authority given to ministers who speak messages on behalf of God from the church pulpit. Never, and I mean never, was I ever taught the pulpit is a place for aContinue reading “The Pulpit is NO Place for a Policial Agenda”

Religion vs Spirituality

Religion vs. Spirituality: A Metaphysical Conversation Imagine sitting in a cozy corner of your favorite café, a warm cup of coffee cradled in your hands. The soft hum of chatter surrounds you, but your mind drifts to deeper conversations about the nature of existence. Let’s dive into the expansive realms of religion and spirituality, twoContinue reading “Religion vs Spirituality”

What Forgiveness is and What it is Not

I think forgiving and forgiveness is one of the most misunderstood actions of the heart and spirit. I get it. Some things are just too difficult and hurtful to even think of forgiving it. It’s all our own process and it’s all personal. This morning, I felt like I needed to clarify forgiveness in myContinue reading “What Forgiveness is and What it is Not”

“I Will” Promises of God

To me, there is nothing more sacred than a promise. God sees a promise so important the bible states it is better to not promise anything than to promise and break it. ( I am paraphrasing of course!). Regardless of how you define “God”; to me, I see, hear, and experience God as a powerfulContinue reading ““I Will” Promises of God”

It’s True that Hurt People Will Hurt People, But…There is MORE!

The phrase “hurt people hurt people” was first witnessed and coined in the year 1959 in the newspaper in Amarillo, TX. The phrase was later echoed and made more popular by a church pastor in 1979 when he decided to post it on the church bulletin board (according to my reference source). Whereas I concurContinue reading “It’s True that Hurt People Will Hurt People, But…There is MORE!”

Oh Christmas Tree, Where Have You Been?

July and often August as well are months I love to begin my Christmas spirit off early. I enjoy watching Christmas movies back to back. The movies bring back so many memories as I watch them. Some memories are beautiful and some memories are bittersweet. Either way, I love all of the memories because theyContinue reading “Oh Christmas Tree, Where Have You Been?”

Through Pain and Often Persecution

The title of this post says it all. I want to tell you something you might not have realized about yourself first. You utilize faith every day of your life. You might not acknowledge this reality but it takes faith to accomplish life the way you desire it to be. Regardless of what or whomContinue reading “Through Pain and Often Persecution”

Learning to Navigate the Storms of Life

Living in Texas can be a challenge, especially the weather. I can never tell if there is going to be a sudden storm or if the day will be windy, warm, or humid. Sometimes it’s a little bit of everything. There are situations when it is a lot of everything! Texas storms taught me aContinue reading “Learning to Navigate the Storms of Life”