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Jonah is a side-splitting account of God’s boundless grace and compassion! This story is packed with gems, but the most entertaining part — Jonah gets downright furious and prays to God—all mad and upset, venting his tho...

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For medicine is not only herbs and hands; it is the cheerful heart that makes you whole—not negative thoughts to heal your soul, but positive ones that soothe the soul.

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The account of Peter walking on water, found in Matthew 14, illustrates a powerful moment of faith and fear. Initially, Peter is emboldened by Jesus’ reassurance when He says, “Don’t be afraid” (Matthew 14:27, NIV). Pete...

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“When people can’t deal with your divinity, they will hold you hostage in your humanity.”- Cynthia Thompson

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Our approach makes a difference, even when the seasons of life are against us. Gideon did not realize that his approach opened doors for him to save his nation and survive in a difficult season of life. 🌟

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The theme of spiritual weapons and warfare is woven throughout the Bible, highlighting the necessity of spiritual resilience and reliance on God during trials and tribulations. Recently, I listened to a prominent spiritu...

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In 2026, “My Blog” will rebrand to “I Thought You Should Know…” This transformation will focus on delivering rich biblical content while continuing our mission: “Wellness for All Humanity.”

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Happy Holidays & Merry Christmas!!!

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by Hekima Richo

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The term “entitled” refers to a person who believes they have a right to certain privileges or benefits, often without having earned them. An entitled individual may expect special treatment or advantages simply based on...

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The assertion that \"Jesus' body was broken\" can indeed be misleading when contrasted with biblical texts. Let's unpack this with a detailed analysis of the relevant scriptures and theological implications.

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In a bustling town surrounded by hills, the whispers of the people were filled with anticipation. They spoke of a new movement ignited by a man named John the Baptist (Matthew 11:12 - KJV), who boldly proclaimed the comi...

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INSPIRED by - Rev. Gail Sailes

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Recently, in a moment of quiet reflection, I asked Adonai, “How are you? What? When? Where? Who? Why?” 🤔 He led me to Emma Stark’ podcast, The War Room Episode 48, titled “Leaders, This Spirit Is Sitting at Your Table.”...

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In this moment, I find myself at a unique intersection of time and space. It’s a time to reflect on my journey and consider the present. Let’s take a moment to assess my surroundings and the paths that have led me here. ...

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“And about the ninth hour Jesus cried with a loud voice, saying, Eli, Eli, lama sabachthani? that is to say, My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me?” - Matthew 27:46 (KJV)

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I feel a profound sense of anticipation and expectation centered around the word \"suddenly.\" This word, rich in meaning and significance—with 87 occurrences in the Holy Bible—serves as a powerful reminder of God's interv...

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Can we truly have it all or do it all?

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📖 “And Satan stood up against Israel, and provoked David to number Israel.” — 1 Chronicles‬ ‭21‬:‭1‬ ‭KJV‬‬

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“The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of His hands. Day after day, they pour forth speech; night after night, they reveal knowledge. They have no speech, they use no words; no sound is heard ...

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In the hustle and bustle of life, particularly in neighborhoods where survival often hinges on strength and resilience, the words of 2 Thessalonians 1:6 resonate powerfully: “God is just: He will pay back trouble to thos...

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”The next day as they were leaving Bethany, Jesus was hungry. Seeing in the distance a fig tree in leaf, he went to find out if it had any fruit. When he reached it, he found nothing but leaves, because it was not the se...

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The phrase \"Take care\" is indeed a common expression, often used as a parting sentiment. However, when we delve deeper into its components and implications, it reveals a more complex message that may not align with our i...

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In a world where the air we breathe is tainted with pollution, the concept of recycled toxic oxygen paints a grim picture of existence. Imagine waking up each day to a heavy atmosphere, laden with particles that stifle n...

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As I contemplate the profound words of Jesus, I am struck by His message:

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God Hears. God Sees. God Talks. God Heals. God Saves. (The list is not all inclusive)

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In a world that often labels and divides, we find solace in the truth that Jesus, the Son of God, chose to embrace His humanity. The crowd may say, “Such a man is not one of us,” but Paul reminds us through the Christ hy...

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Fall is a preview of the next season and another change of seasons. Summer ends, but its temperatures not forgotten.

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The phrase 'on the train' indicates that someone is on board a train, traveling from one location to another. Recently, I rode ‘on the train’ for approximately forty-six hours round trip, to West Palm Beach, Florida fro...

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I heard this adage on the K-Love radio station,

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“Mother to Child”

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Happy New Year 2024!

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Stumbling upon these quotes, I pondered for a long while how to relate to Thanksgiving?

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During an episode of “Power Hour,”Emma Starks asked, “How many seasons are there?”

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Check this out!!!

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Surprisingly, two of my favorite people responded when I asked these questions:

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In 1965, Nina Simone released “Feeling Good” during the ferment of the civil rights protests. In same year, Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Voting Rights Act of 1965 into law. The song was a manifestation of that movement’s...

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In May, I attended a candle light event in memory of our mom’s. The host, Lynn Lewis, a Grief Coach & Author, facilitated a small group of women to open our hearts, minds and souls to grief.

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“Economic Envy” is not a new term, except for me it is one that I had not heard of until recently. While talking with a friend she shared, too that her first time hearing “Economic Envy” was recently during a conversatio...

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Yesterday, Endurance.

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I read a poem, today…

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When I scan to research a topic online it is overwhelming! The gamut of articles, podcasts, TikTok reels, YouTube videos, personal videos, Zoom opportunities… Oh! The list of options continue to grow. By the time I snap...

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I am careful what I allow in my thoughts. To be more precise, I am deliberate, intentional and protective of the intake valves - our ears 👂 👂 and eyes 👀.

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“Sometimes there are things that we would love to say, talk about or just have an open discussion but we are restrained because we do not know where to begin.” - Pete Frierson

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I replaced ”Conflict of Will” with “Soul’s Conflict:”

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“Understanding the central idea of conflict—will—is essential for winning future conflicts.” - Wayne Hall

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Silly yelled, “Specks, it stop raining, time to come outside!”

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In 2023, I am introducing “The Young Warriors Squad“ in weekly one-minute series to refine my writing voice and help with character development. Each character super power is that they secretly perform acts of kindness, ...

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In 2023, I am introducing “The Young Warriors Squad“ in weekly one-minute series to refine my writing voice and help with character development. Each character super power is that they secretly perform acts of kindness, ...

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“If you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change.” - Wayne Dyer

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