Obligated
Lately, because I choose a workout time slot with the fewest people, my workouts usually occur in the mornings during the time that my daughter and I had set aside…
A Little More Jesus
A liturgical dance created by Wanda Christian for the 150th anniversary celebration of St. Paul A.M.E. Church, Newport News, VA. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0xB6smU95nk
My Lord’s Prayer
The Lord’s Prayer was one of the first pieces of literature I memorized. By the time I was 4 or 5, I could recite it. How about you? Sometimes, when…
Custom-Made
I just returned from a New Year’s renewal retreat hosted by Althea Lawton-Thompson. I received an “I AM” journal as part of my retreat goodies. Through guided reflection and prayer,…
Revelation
The office I most prefer holding in my organization is recording secretary. Recording secretary has just enough power and responsibility for my liking. I do not have to preside unless…
Cleansing
One of my favorite movies is My Cousin Vinny. One of the scenes I love is when defense attorney, Vinny Gambini, debunks the testimony of one of the prosecution’s witnesses…
Success
I opened my Bible to Luke 10 to reread the story of Mary and Martha. Once again, where I started my study is not where I ended. I found myself…
Adventure in the Sky
Picture taken by Momma as we ascended Ten years and seven months later, I miss my mother. Sometimes the pain of her absence is palpable. It comes unexpectedly, hitting like…
Take a Breath
I was trying to be still with God after asking a question, but other thoughts kept invading. So, I closed my eyes, and while I took several deep breaths, I…
Magnify
I am honored to have another of my photos featured on The Upper Room devotional website.