As pastors, one of the hardest decisions our team ever had to make in 20 years of ministry was canceling our “normal” Sunday morning service during this COVID-19 virus. On one hand, my faith told me “God will protect us. Do not forsake meeting together.” On the other hand, wisdom told me to “honor ourContinue reading The Quarantined Church
Is social distancing making you feel alone? I get it! I’m a 7 on the enneagram and an extrovert so I love being around people. If you are like me and have been feeling the cabin fever, check out my video for encouragement. As you distance yourself from others, embrace this time and use itContinue reading Now is the time to draw near to god
“This wasn’t a new sentiment; I had been struggling for months, maybe even a year, with an overwhelming urge to throw in the towel. I was standing at the edge of burn out, and didn’t even realize the depth of my discouragement…” Continue reading Keys to your breakthrough
Growing in patience is difficult but it is worth the maturity you will personally achieve. Here are three benefits you gain when you choose to become a more patient person. Continue reading The power of patience
Can you believe that it is almost the year 2020? One of the practices I do at the end of every year, usually starting mid-October is to seek God about the upcoming year. Part of my preparation for the New Years is to take time to evaluate my previous goals and accomplishments, which includes makingContinue reading Your Year of Fulfillment
Galatians 3:3 (NIV) Are you so foolish? After beginning by means of the Spirit, are you now trying to finish by means of the flesh? The enemy to progress is perfectionism! There are too many uncompleted projects, unfaithful marriages, and unfulfilled dreams because people allow perfectionism to keep them from walking in their purpose! PerfectionismContinue reading Perfectionism: The enemy of your progress and purpose
Dear Beth Moore, I would like to sincerely thank you and all the other women ministers who have gone before me for unapologetically answering the call of God. Your life has been a trailblazer for others like me to find the boldness, audacity, and courage to also say yes to God when He came knocking. Continue reading An Open Letter to Beth Moore
“….I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation….” (Philippians 4:12) I made the mistake of getting on social media to relax after a long day when I saw a post from a friend listing local speakers who inspire people. I was excited to see so many of my friends andContinue reading The Secret to Living Your Best Life
Recently I got that dreaded phone call that every church leader hates. “Hi Pastor. I am sorry, but I am leaving the church. I just haven’t been able to connect with people on a deeper level.” Ugh, my heart grieves yet again! Why is it so many people struggle with making genuine friendships in church? I have been in church leadership for 20 years, and honestly, one of the most common complaints people have, especially among women, is ,“It is hard to make friends.” My colleagues say this grievance is found in most churches across our country. It is even found amongst pastor’s wives and other church leaders. Continue reading Making Church Friends
I just got back from a life-changing mission trip. God stretched me and used me in new ways. I met new friends that I will forever hold in my heart, I grew and matured, and I was on cloud nine when it hit me. I was exhausted, depleted, and had an overwhelming urge to runContinue reading Battle Ready: Facing the Enemy’s Counterattack
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