Wrath or wisdom: what’s your response to disrespect?
By Lynnette Easter In October, we saw how Mordecai stayed on task by remaining true to his religious beliefs as he served in the position he held. We now extend…
No bowing down: Are you a modern day Mordecai?
By Lynette Easter As I pick up from where I left off last month, we find out just a little bit more about the person who had the greatest impact…
Author Krista Pettiford explores the beautiful story of Ruth in her new book
The Book of Ruth may only be four chapters in the Bible, but it packs a powerful story on love, acceptance and beauty. This is what I learned and then…
4 ways to handle the initial feelings of rejection
It feels like a rushing wave, a sudden drop in the pit of your stomach. It almost feels like everything that surrounded you in warmth was just removed and now…
You’ve left the Church, now what? A response to Christians who choose not to attend church
Unfortunately I came across a blog this week through a few social media shares about a sistah who left the Church and the 20 lessons she learned from it. I…
One Lit Summer: Recommended books for singles
Summer is here! I've been reading books for the past few months and haven't had a chance to share them all until now. In your single season you have plenty…
New season, new me: Breaking negative thoughts and speaking
By Lynette Easter Life is envisioned through the lenses we choose to peer through on a daily basis. It is mostly exemplified in and through our very own perception, which…
What motherhood taught me about true love
Guest post by Winnie Caldwell "Girl, this pregnancy test says I'm pregnant! Ha!" I laughed to my best friend on the phone. I was 16 years old, in high school,…
Pep post: Forgive Yourself
When it comes to dealing with your relationship past, you may have feelings of regret, remorse, resentment, embarrassment, and more. Our past relationships may not have brought out the best…
