When Life Feels Heavy: How to Find Peace Again

Last updated on: April 20, 2026 at 8:38 pm By Dr. Teresa A. Smith, AKA Dr. TAS

When Life Feels Heavy, You’re Not Just Tired, You’re Carrying Something Deeper When life feels heavy, it’s rarely just about being tired. It’s often a sign that something deeper is happening, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. You’re still showing up. Still functioning. Still doing what needs to be done. But internally, something feels off. You may not even have the language for it yet. That’s the moment this article is written for. Not the perfect moment. Not the put-together version of... Read more

How to Love Like MLK and Live Out Matthew 5:44 in 2026

Last updated on: January 19, 2026 at 3:32 pm By Dr. Teresa A. Smith, AKA Dr. TAS

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How to Love Like MLK: 5 Faith Habits That Can Transform the World in 2026 What if Love Really Is the Most Powerful Weapon We Have? It’s 2026. The world still feels divided. Injustice is everywhere. People are angry, afraid, and exhausted from the constant noise and conflict. And in moments like these, it’s tempting to respond with more of the same anger, blame, and withdrawal. But what if there’s a better way? Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. believed there... Read more

Faith-Fueled Habits for a Healthier You in 2026

Last updated on: January 2, 2026 at 9:05 pm By Dr. Teresa A. Smith, AKA Dr. TAS

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Use Faith to Reach Your Health Goals in 2026 It’s a new year. Hope is high. Goals are set. But many people will start strong and then slowly lose steam. If you’re looking to improve your mental and physical health in 2026, you might not need another workout plan or diet. You might need something deeper. Something lasting. Something spiritual. Using your faith to reach your health goals changes how you think, how you feel, and how you live. Faith... Read more

How Faith and Purpose Lifted Nicholas Spencer

Last updated on: July 30, 2025 at 1:09 pm By Dr. Teresa A. Smith, AKA Dr. TAS

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Finding Purpose Through Faith and Pain Nicholas Spencer’s journey isn’t just about talent or opportunity. It’s about faith and purpose. These two words have followed him through every twist and turn in his life. When Nicholas first stepped onto the church stage, he wasn’t just performing. He was stepping into something greater, his calling. But that calling didn’t come without pain. It was carved through loss, doubt, and the struggle to stand firm in a chaotic world. If you’ve ever... Read more

Beliefs and Practices from Other Faiths

Last updated on: July 25, 2025 at 7:26 pm By Dr. Teresa A. Smith, AKA Dr. TAS

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Beliefs and Practices from Other Faiths That Inspire Me It’s easy to stay within the comfort of our own faith traditions. That’s where we feel rooted. Safe. Known. However, over time, I’ve found myself drawn to learning about the beliefs and practices of other faiths, not to replace my own, but to deepen my understanding. Jesus said in John 10:16 NIV, “I have other sheep that are not of this sheep pen. I must bring them also.” That verse speaks... Read more

Do Your Possessions Reflect Your Soul’s Purpose

Last updated on: July 13, 2025 at 4:08 pm By Dr. Teresa A. Smith, AKA Dr. TAS

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Possessions and the Soul’s Purpose Are your possessions reflecting your soul’s purpose, or are they quietly owning you? It’s a question many people ask when they feel weighed down, not just by clutter but by emotional baggage hidden in everyday objects. This is more than organizing a closet. It’s about uncovering spiritual alignment. Your home may look full, but is your heart fulfilled? What Is Your Stuff Really Saying About You? It’s easy to think our things are just… things.... Read more

Living with Faith Every Day: Trusting God in All Seasons

Last updated on: July 7, 2025 at 8:37 pm By Dr. Teresa A. Smith, AKA Dr. TAS

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Faith isn’t a Sunday event. It’s a daily commitment. For many believers, the question isn’t if they believe, but how they live it every single day. That’s where “living with faith” becomes more than words. It becomes a walk. A rhythm. A lifestyle. In today’s world, it’s easy to feel disconnected from God when stress, exhaustion, and self-doubt creep in. However, living with faith daily brings peace, purpose, and power, especially when life becomes challenging. Let’s walk through a day... Read more

Forgiveness Heals the Soul and Brings Inner Freedom

Last updated on: July 5, 2025 at 5:10 pm By Dr. Teresa A. Smith, AKA Dr. TAS

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The Soul-Freedom Forgiveness Brings Forgiveness heals the soul. It frees us from anger, resentment, and the emotional chains we never meant to wear. But if it’s so powerful, why is it so hard to do? For many, forgiving someone feels like surrendering. It can seem like letting them off the hook. But true forgiveness isn’t about excusing the hurt. It’s about reclaiming your peace and rediscovering who you are without the weight of bitterness. Forgiveness is the gateway to soul... Read more

Faith, Family, and Legacy: Evadne K. Smith’s Purpose Story

Last updated on: May 29, 2025 at 9:49 am By Dr. Teresa A. Smith, AKA Dr. TAS

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Everyone reaches a point in life where they wonder: Am I truly walking in my purpose? That question often lingers, especially during times of hardship or transition. For Attorney Evadne K. Smith, the answer began to form when someone said, “You remind me of your mother.” That moment unlocked something in Evadne’s spirit. It wasn’t just a compliment. It was a reminder of Doris B. Smith, her mother, and a Proverbs 31 woman. Hearing those words confirmed that Evadne was... Read more

Mama’s Life Lessons Still Guide Generations

Last updated on: May 14, 2025 at 6:53 am By Dr. Teresa A. Smith, AKA Dr. TAS

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What is the most powerful lesson a mother can teach? For Gloria B. Smith, it was this: “Have your own.” From owning a telephone or furniture to purchasing a home, her mother, Lannie Tilliman Rivers Bennett, taught that having your own brought dignity and freedom. That wisdom stayed with Gloria throughout her life. Her mama’s lessons weren’t just about things. They were about character, confidence, and conviction. Ms. Lannie’s words weren’t fancy but were full of truth. She told Gloria,... Read more

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