Imagine facing your worst fear. Do you know how you would handle it? Do you think God would be there to help you? I can answer these questions because one of my worst fears came true.       Keeping Christ Close while facing your worst fear became the most important thing to me. Struggles…

An obstacle is anything that gets in our way that is not usually expected or desired. Overcoming obstacles takes practice and intentionality. Learning how to overcome obstacles begins very early in life. Babies learn how to crawl around furniture, toys, and people. As we grow, the opportunities to learn how to overcome obstacles increase in…

I’m trying to pray reckless prayers. Reckless and Audacious. Reckless because I am not concerned about what others think about my prayer. Audacious, which is not a word that gets used every day, because I need a boldness that isn’t always appropriate. Reckless Prayer Requires Courage Dictionary.com uses such phrases as “recklessly brave” and “recklessly…

Have you wondered, “What does it mean to be chosen by God?” This life-changing question will lead you on a journey of revelation and growth. Nothing is required for us to be chosen by God. Jesus paid for our salvation over 2000 years ago on a cross. I always knew this truth, but understanding God’s…

Jesus is a different kind of King and we are His royalty! But in January, for the people of New Orleans, eyes are on the Kings and Queens of carnival as “King’s Day” is celebrated January 6. Kings Day Traditionally January 6 represents the day the three Wise Men brought gifts to baby Jesus. In…

When should parents let go of children? As the mother of four children, it has been a journey learning to release my children. It has been difficult for me to know when to hold on and when to let go and has required a deep trust in God. But letting go and trusting can be…