Wellness Tuesday: Thrown Off Track
I was proud of myself. I was doing so well with my weight loss journey. I’d lost 45 pounds and was diligent in my exercise and eating routine. Even through a traumatic event in my…
Rebel to Redeemed: The Prodigal Returns
I was taken to a safe place and able to make contact with Mama. I’ve often wondered what I would have done if we’d not reconnected two months earlier. Looking back, I see that even…
Behind the Hymn: All Hail the Power of Jesus Name
Edward Perronet was born in 1726 England, the grandson of a French immigrant. He followed in his father’s footsteps and entered the ministry. He became close friends with John and Charles Wesley, eventually leaving the…
Book Review: Praying for the Prodigal
Do you have a prodigal in your life? Have you had one in the past? I’ve slowly been revealing my story as the prodigal child on Monday’s current series, Rebel to Redeemed. I want to…
One Last Chance: Adam & Eve
Over the past months, we have been looking at the lives and lessons of those that God gave a second chance. The stories and reasons were numerous for each and there are lessons we can…
In the Struggle: Breaking To Learn
Often God has to break us to teach us a lesson. Sometimes this takes multiple lessons before we learn the point. Lessons are never easy and usually not fun to learn in life. Most times…
Rebel to Redeemed: The End of Hell
After three years in an abusive relationship, I had no doubt I was living in hell. There were times when arguing with Duncan his eyes grew so black, that I wondered if it was Duncan…
Behind the Hymn: Jesus Keep Me Near the Cross
This popular hymn was written by Fanny Crosby, author of over 8,000 hymns and songs. She often collaborated with composer William Doane. Doane wrote the music and then the melody was played for Crosby. Upon…
Movie Review: War Room
The Kendrick brother’s newest film, War Room, is a movie everyone needs to see. The film focuses on Elizabeth and Tony, a married couple that are struggling. Tony is too consumed with work and distracted…
Second Chances: John Mark
We are told about John Mark in the book of Acts. Actually he is referred to as “John whose other name was Mark” in three different places of scripture. But who was he? There’s a…
In the Struggle: The Book Hoarder
Mama thrives off of surroundings that are spotless. I’m much more artistic and although I don’t like filth, the clutter will pile up at times until I can’t take it and clean up. Over the…
Rebel to Redeemed: Mending Broken Relationship
By October, the relationship with Duncan had deteriorated and once again I attempted to leave. I’d not talked with Mama in over three years. I would call my aunt or grandmother about once a year…
Behind the Hymn: Whispering Hope
No known story of the writing of this hymn is available, but the life of the author is very interesting. Septimus Winner was born in 1827 Philadelphia to a violin maker father. He was the…
Book Review: Balancing It All by Candace Cameron Bure
Growing up we watched Full House on a regular basis. Occasionally, I’ll even catch it on re-runs now. I grew up with Candace Cameron and understood the struggles she portrayed on the hit comedy. I…
Second Chances: Saul to Paul
Paul wrote over half of the New Testament and traveled much of the then known world sharing the gospel, but he also suffered greatly. He didn’t start out this way and before his salvation caused…
In the Struggle: Knowing Isn’t Always Doing
The other day Mama and I were discussing my “need” to do strength exercises. I even mentioned some of the benefits and a plan to work on my strength training. I also admitted that although…
In the Struggle: Pulling back the Layers of Self-Esteem
After years in an abusive relationship I was beaten down and broken. My self-esteem had been completely destroyed. This also meant that my weight issues were shelved. I didn’t like being overweight. I knew I…
Rebel to Redeemed: It Takes Time
I’d finally surrendered to God, asked His forgiveness and for Him to come into my heart and life. I wish I could tell you that “POOF” everything changed, but it didn’t. The return trip home…
Behind the Hymn: A Child of the King
This is a song I’ve always loved. Daddy and I performed this song together several times. Harriett Buell wrote the song one Sunday morning walking home from the church service at her local Methodist church.…
Book Review: The Potter’s Lady by Judith Miller
The Potter’s Lady is the second novel in the Refined by Love series by Judith Miller. However, the story can be read on its own. There is enough background information provided to catch the reader up…