Holding on to Psalms 27:10 My Experience with Fatherlessness Psalms 27:10 is a scripture that comes to mind every year around this time. The reason is that Father’s Day occurs on the third Sunday in June. Honestly, this is a bittersweet day for me. On one hand, I get to celebrate the men who make an effort to be present in their child or children’s lives. At the same time, it’s a difficult day because I do not have a... Read more
Tyrese Haliburton’s Great Game 6 No Success without Negativity? The National Basketball Association (NBA) Finals begin tonight, so let’s prepare by highlighting Indiana Pacers Point Guard Tyrese Haliburton. Haliburton and the Pacers are coming off a Game 6, series-clinching 125-108 win over the New York Knicks. During Game 6, Haliburton’s play earned him a double-double with 21 points, 13 assists, 6 rebounds, 3 steals, and 1 block. This effort makes him a key factor in the Pacers’ first NBA finals... Read more
Asking God for What You Need Prayer is Pointless without Your Request Today, asking God for what we need will be the concluding theme of my series on prayer. So far, the National Day of Prayer has been centered on adoration, honest confessions, and thanksgiving. While these elements are essential, prayer becomes an incomplete discipline if we do not make our request plain and known. But why would someone choose not to ask God for what they... Read more
Thanking God after an Honest Confession Once Guilty, Now Grateful! Do you spend time thanking God during prayer? My curiosity compels me to ask this question, as I wonder how many people had a similar upbringing to mine. Thanking God is a core principle my mother instilled in me by making me say grace before each meal. God is great and he’s good! And we thank him for our food. By his hands, we all are fed; give us, Lord,... Read more
From Adoration to Honest Confession This is Awkward Did you know that making an honest confession about your sins is crucial to prayer? This question arises as my previous article highlights the importance of adoring God before making requests. While offering adoration to God may require an adjustment, people usually embrace this practice, understanding that he deserves praise. After all, he is the holy creator who supplies our needs. Yet, many petitioners (including myself) feel awkward confessing their sins to... Read more
Introduction Misunderstanding Prayer Did you know that adoring God with worship is an essential part of prayer? This question comes to mind after realizing I have been approaching it incorrectly for many years. Instead of adoring God as Lord, I would make requests and say thank you for a few blessings. Unfortunately, after expressing gratitude, I would continue my day without “ascribing God the glory due his name.” My petitions indicated that I lacked the spiritual maturity to understand what... Read more
Introduction Enthusiastic About National Day of Prayer National Day of Prayer occurs on Thursday, May 1, 2025. The 2025 theme verse is Romans 15:13. Romans 15:13 mentions having joy and peace through trusting God, so you overflow with hope from the Holy Spirit. This day brings me joy because I know the power of prayer. I also take delight in the privilege of bearing others’ burdens by interceding on their behalf. Through intercession, God can do more than we ask... Read more
Introduction Paying Homage to Jrue Holiday The Boston Celtics’ playoff run will start on Sunday, April 20, making this a great time to highlight Jrue Holiday. Normally, I don’t acknowledge anything good the Boston Celtics do because I am a die-hard Los Angeles Lakers fan. Despite being a rival on the hardwood, Jrue Holiday’s faith in Jesus Christ makes him a brother off the court. And this brother has a phenomenal story of family, faith, and burden-bearing selflessness that... Read more
Introduction Questioning Sibling Rivalry Did you know that National Siblings Day will occur on Thursday, April 10, 2025? As Americans, we live in such a celebratory culture that having a day to honor our siblings is fitting. After all, siblings can be some of our first friends, role models, and confidants. I am blessed to have twelve siblings (four each through biological birth, adoption, and foster care). However, siblings may also be our first bullies, biggest annoyances, and most significant... Read more
Introduction Appreciating April Fool’s Day With March ending soon, April Fool’s Day is just a few days away. Occurring on April 1 every year, it is the perfect occasion for those who love jokes. While I do not consider myself a joker, I appreciate the sentiments of April Fool’s Day. This is because life can be challenging, stressful, and tragic. People should take time to laugh to escape the world’s chaos. Realizing this, I’d like to share a practical and... Read more
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