Earlier this month, I attended a conference in Tennessee that allowed me to lean into some deeper understanding of my development as a believer. There were a few workshop sessions that focused on topics of interest. My first one was with Constance Rhodes and it was presented as “Humble versus Hiding.” I entered the roomContinue reading “A Lesson in Education”
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Reaching
When someone (male or female) is strong enough to blaze a trail, it makes it easier for others to follow. Pushing yourself to rise is hard work all its own without having others trying to pull you down.
Worthy
This past Saturday, I had the pleasure of attending a special event, the Radiant Gala. Photographer Jessica Yates had sought women to highlight in what she named “The Worthy Campaign.” After receiving applications, she selected 25 women to photograph and document their stories. I was blessed to be chosen as one of the subjects forContinue reading “Worthy”
It’s Okay to Give Up
If you’ve already slipped on your New Year’s resolution then that title might sound like music to your ears. If you’re someone like me, it may hit you as a shock and cause your back to stiffen. Believe me when I say this has been a difficult lesson to learn. When I first spoke toContinue reading “It’s Okay to Give Up”
Now What?
We are currently walking through the 12 Days of Christmas; that is, December 25th to January 6th. Christmas is, of course, the day we remember the Christ child being born. January 6th is the Day of Epiphany where we reflect on the magi from the East acknowledging the divine appointment of Jesus as Lord. MyContinue reading “Now What?”
Firm Foundation
The year 2025 is rolling on no matter what your level of preparedness has been. If your year looks anything like mine it is already filling with exciting and stressing events. When I get a fresh calendar, I like to hold it up to God and say “This represents the days you’ve laid out aheadContinue reading “Firm Foundation”
A Moment’s Eve
Inspiration came on Christmas Eve as we came together with our church family for the candlelight service. Our pastor spoke of this teenage girl giving birth to the Messiah of the world. So young and full of zeal for her faith, she submitted so that the will of the Everlasting God could find fulfillment withinContinue reading “A Moment’s Eve”
The Heart of the Matter
In November we set aside time to be thankful. This requires reflection. Personally I’m not a fan of self-analysis to discover my feelings. In counseling, I understand the importance of doing so for therapeutic purposes. Yet I tend to be driven more by logic and just want my emotions to stay in their box whereContinue reading “The Heart of the Matter”
How to Inspire When Uninspired
I endeavor to create an article for my blog, “Author Inspirations,” at least once a month. In October, I would ask myself “What inspiration do I have right now?” A thought or two might flitter across my consciousness, but nothing I could latch on to. That ball effectively dropped as the month expired, I’m leftContinue reading “How to Inspire When Uninspired”
Through or Through
My husband enjoys backpacking and hiking. Recently, he and a friend undertook a 100 mile through-hike challenge. They trained for months; tweaking their supplies to make sure they were reaching an optimal weight for their packs. Finding this ratio of what you will need, versus not being without something vital to your survival, is crucialContinue reading “Through or Through”
Author Dellaca Ferraiz Reynolds 