We must change the narrative and expose the enemy that negatively impacts our lives. The bible informs its readers that there is a thief that enters our lives to steal, kill and destroy each of us. To avoid the enemy mission, we must become more vigilant in our lives. Jesus Christ comes that we all might have life more abundantly. Make the decision to surrender our lives into the care of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Read MoreIs death the absolute end of humanity? Or is there life beyond the grave? These are questions that are often thought about or asked when we come face to face with death. Job was a righteous man who experience excruciating pain throughout his life. Despite his suffering he never gave up hope in God. His expression in Job 14:14 has often permeates my thoughts as I reflect on life and thereafter.
Read MoreWhat is my goal for those who will read this blog? I want to emphasize the importance of taking the peace of God with you in every situation. How we start our day can impact how we see and respond to others. Even if you have a bad day, taking time with God in prayer, reading, conversation, meditating, reflection, singing, and just engaging in an ongoing relationship with Him will always be better than abiding by unhealthy stress.
Read MoreThere are times when I fail to remember the blessings in my life. Hung on a cross and surrendered His life for mine. I am reconciled to the Father for all eternity because of Jesus' sacrifice. What a wonderful friend that would lay down His life for a wretch soul like me. At other times, I see the reflection of Jesus' love for me in those that took time to pour into my life.
Read MoreMy mind has been burdened with the thought of salvation. It leads me to ask the question: Are you saved? Life itself has prompted me to consider this question and the significance it bears in everyone's life.
Read MoreIsaiah proclaims God’s assurance to protect despite the hard places in your life. Lately, I have learned of family and friends suffering with excruciating pain. Homicide, domestic violence, Covid, death, strokes, new cancer diagnosis, iron deficiency, unemployment, poverty, and extreme levels of depression. Hopelessness can be seen in the eyes of people worldwide. Life looks different, many people are having a tough time seeing pass their pain.
Read MoreFor the last seven and half years, we have gathered on Saturday morning for prayer. This prayer journey began in the fall of 2013. Each week I gathered in my office with co-workers who believed in the power of prayer. We arrived before work each week for intercessory prayer. There was always a sweet spirit surrounding us each time we met.
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Relocating to Texas changed my life forever. My first year of living in Texas was filled with devastation and discouragement. The first five months were about grinding and finding a place to bloom. I found a job I enjoyed and enrolled in night classes at a community college. For me, it was blissful despite various challenges. After that, I had to face my own “animals” of adversity. My lion was losing my home in a fire five months after moving to Texas. My bear was having my new home burglarized two months later. My giant was losing my brother three months after the fire. As my life unraveled, I looked to GOD, my comforter and counselor.
Read MoreWelcome to 2021, we made it! So, be determined to live in the present. I am not telling you to throw away the journey you traveled to this point. What I am saying is to push yourself to conquer new heights. Take chances that once caused you to fear. Facing the fear that binds us can lead to new heights with brighter horizons.
Read MoreI can never forget my father's love for family and holidays. I honestly wonder what his childhood must have been like because his siblings are also big on family and holidays. I reflect on my childhood and the joy that we shared within our family nucleus. As a child, you just thought it was what every family experienced. It was not until I became older that I realized we had something special!
Read MoreI pray that my story of healing blesses everyone who reads it. This November and for every November to come I hope that you take a moment to acknowledge Epilepsy Awareness Month. There are so many people with this condition who are not able to type because their convulsions are happening so frequently, some people have passed away from Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy, some people can’t afford proper treatment which is literally damaging their brain, others are having partial seizures and aren’t even aware of it. November 19, 2020 will mark one year seizure free for me and I have many more years to go.
Read MoreUnfortunately society [social media, schools, workplace, etc.] can control the internal narrative that we replay over and over in our minds about our self-worth. This narrative causes us to judge ourselves based on what mass media says is good, perfect and acceptable. This can be dangerous on so many levels. For the purpose of this article I want to focus on how this narrative affects our perspective on positive body image; and subsequently affects overall health, body weight and nutrition.
Read MoreWe are given twenty-four hours in each day to live with purpose and expectations. Our days on earth are short, therefore, enjoy your life. Focus on those things that you can control, love honestly, laugh often, delight yourself in the work of your hands “Live!”
Read MoreOn February 20, 2014, I lost the biggest cheerleader and friend in my life, my” Mommie”. It has been the most painful and growth experience that I have had to face.
Read MoreSuffering has taken the world by storm! Depression and Hopelessness infest the minds and hearts of people worldwide. The havoc of COVID-19, hatred, and division have created a noticeable divide throughout the country. This level of hurt, anger, and division further pushes the country into a place of darkness.
Read MoreHave you ever lived in a different country? … If so, what do you think about how it looks like the life of a Christian foreigner? I would like to share my story – the story about what I lost and what I gained through living in this land.
Read MoreWe search the world to quench our thirst for more, seeking to satisfy our vanities, and often we will stop at nothing until we conquer our objectives.
Read MoreIJN Ministries is partnering with Congressman John Lewis to host a special digital screening of John Lewis: Good Trouble - a new documentary about his life and work.
Read MoreGod breathed into the dust from the ground and created the first man Adam. The man was created to have authority over all living beings. Created in the image of God to do remarkable things.
Read MoreTherefore, I decree and declare that just like the Swine Flu, Ebola, COVID-19 has no dominion over God's people. If we want to see change, we all must humble ourselves, seek God, pray, repent.
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