Most people by now have settled nicely into “the most wonderful time of the year”. The holidays are a time for love, laughter, family and warm memories. Although this is a joyous time for most, it’s important to be aware that this can also be a very sad time for those who struggle with depression.  There are various levels of depression but regardless of the severity, it is a real issue that some of your loved ones may be struggling with. As someone who battles depression on a regular basis, I know first hand how hard the holidays can be.…

When you surrender your whole life to God, it’s not about what you’ve lost, it’s about what you stand to gain!

I was on my way home this morning when I passed by a man sitting in a wheelchair by the gate of their house.  He had this look of yearning in his eyes as he watched the world pass by.   “What if?” Two simple words but often so  full of regrets .  What if you tried harder?  What if you risked a little more?  What if you did not let your fear stop you from pursuing your dreams?  What if you fought for something you wanted instead of giving up so easily? Ten years from now, will you  look back at…

If your Facebook news feed looks anything like mine this season it’s full of holiday pictures; with images ranging from your friends latest Christmas party; to picture perfect family photos with Santa. A third set of pictures that seem to be on the upswing this holiday are photos of newly engaged couples. As the holidays represent numerous celebrations of love, life and relationships; this is often a time when many people feel an increased desire for romance and intimacy. It’s also a time when single people can feel an increased sense of isolation. With so many images of perfectly poised couples both…

It’s not about having time for God. It’s about making time. Here are 5 Easy Ways to Incorporate Short Prayers Into Your Daily Routine.

Rejection.  Nobody wants to receive it.  It stings.  But no one is exempt.  We all have experienced it more than once. Sometimes rejection hurts so much because it comes from the people we love.  Sometimes the pain of rejection is so much that it causes us to stop trying and give up once and for all. Every no that we receive cuts and leaves an ugly scar in our hearts.  No matter how we try to stay optimistic, rejection could be so powerful it will bring us rain even during a sunny day.  Regardless of the happiness or positivity mantra we repeat every…

Being single is a time for reflection and preparation. When you stop chasing the wrong ones, you give the right one a chance to catch you.

One day I was complaining to God about certain people.  You know those people who don’t even know you personally, but somehow they feel they know enough about you to despise you.  They do not have the right to judge you, but take it upon themselves to do so anyway. Then in the silence of my heart, I felt Jesus spoke to me, “Been there, child!” That’s right.  I forgot that no less than the Son of God who came that we may have a full life received the meanest, cruelest treatment. He was stoned and not welcomed.  Spitted on and not smiled at. Scourged,…

Sometimes we choose our “Mr. Right” without consulting with God and this can only lead to disaster and heartache. Before you get married, check your motives. Why do you want to get married? Is it for the right reasons? I remember when my ex husband and I first started dating. I was convinced that he was a gift from God. He was so different from all the other men I had dated before him. He was a protector, a provider, and it was evident to everyone who saw us together that he loved him some me. We argued frequently because…

And this is the confidence which we have in him, that if we ask anything according to his will he hears us. And if we know that he hears us in whatever we ask, we know that we have obtained the requests made of him.  — 1 John 5:14-15 There are two important examples of miracles  by Jesus. When Jesus performed the miracle in Cana, He turned the water into wine. When He performed the multiplication of the bread and fish, He used the loaves and fish offered by a boy. Jesus created miracles from what was there. Do you want…

When God’s answer is not the one you want just remember to Focus on Him and everything that is meant for you, will come to you.

We often hear the phrase “Love yourself” and we say, that’s basic.  That’s automatic.  You don’t have to be told to love yourself or to be taught how. But, do we really do it? Loving yourself means taking care of yourself in every way. It means always striving to be better than the person you were yesterday. Here are 10 ways to become a better you: 1. Get lots of rest.  Working hard has it’s rewards but don’t let yourself get overworked.  Learn to prioritize so that you will not be behind your schedule and compromise yourself.  You need 6-8…

I moved to Texas in 2010 after earning my M.S. in Psychology. However, in 2011 I enrolled in a 2nd Masters program in Cybersecurity to change my career. A year into my program I began to start feeling really ill with non-stop headaches. Over a 9 month period, I went to several doctors and specialists. They all said, “It is stress” due to my work environment, additional job duties, and being in graduate school full time. In late August 2012, a colleague suggested I get a blood test, and when I did the doctor said my blood count was a five.…

“Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself.” – Matthew 6:34 If you love to travel, you know that your trip is so much more enjoyable when you travel light. It is easier to transfer from one place to another and you have less worries when you have less and lighter baggage. Life is a journey.  As you travel on in life, you will find that traveling light is also necessary. Unload your baggage; carry as little as you can so you can enjoy your trip. Leave your worries behind.  The Bible tells us, “Therefore do not…

Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom. —Psalm 90:12 There are many things I wish knew when I was younger.  No matter how much we try to live each day to the fullest, there is always something we wish we should have done differently or known earlier. 1.  Travel more.  Traveling makes you appreciate life more; the more you see and experience new things and places, the more you appreciate being alive.  You see the beauty of nature, and you feel closer to your Maker like never before.  You get to release stress, you…

There is purpose in your pain. We may never understand it, but with God we can get through it! Praise almighty God for that!

Social media has changed our lifestyles.  From being a medium for communication with our friends from around the world, it has become a platform for sharing.  We share our opinions, our experiences, and our whereabouts every day—even with people whom we hardly know. The problem with this generation is that, we have somehow become too dependent on social media.  We have become too focused and obsessed with what the people will say or think with our posts.  We crave for attention.  We have become a narcissistic generation.  We do crazy things and sometimes go overboard just so people will like…

We live in a competitive world.  From schools, offices, businesses, even in our own homes sometimes we deal with competition. Constantly competing can be tiring.  You spend your energy trying to be better than the other person, and when you think you are not good enough, you end up feeling frustrated.   You never win when you compete with others. The best way to win a competition is to beat your own record yesterday.   Oprah Winfrey said  “when you run a race, it takes energy to look back and check how the other guys are doing, and you take…

3 Sure Ways To Overcome When You’re Feeling Overwhelmed You woke up this morning with the problem on your mind. You’ve gone through the day with the problem on your mind. Chances are, you’re going to bed with the problem on your mind. In anguish you cry out: -“How could this be happening to me, Lord”? -“Why now, Lord?”. -“I can’t take this anymore, Lord!” -“I’m not strong enough to deal with this Lord!” -“I’ve just (re)dedicated my life to you after so many years in the world and this is my reward?” Restless, tear-filled nights. A walking zombie during the…

Queen Latifah has been showcasing people all season long who have been taking their lives #OneStepFurther by pushing the limits to achieve their goals. And Blake Leeper is no exception. He’s a 25-year-old athlete who doesn’t take no for an answer, and he triumphed against the odds to take steps no one thought he could. Blake Leeper is a United States Paralympic athlete who was born with both legs missing below the knee and has worn prosthetics since he was nine months old. Despite being born with a disadvantage, Blake has an incredible outlook on life. He lives by the…