As we approach the last two weeks of the year, I’d like to reflect on my 2024. By sharing my experiences, I pray you find the inspiration to trust God on a deeper level. I also hope being transparent about my shortcomings will encourage you not to give up on your spiritual growth. What Went Wrong? Didn’t Read Through the Entire Bible Spiritually, my 2024 began well. I set a goal to spend the year reading through the entire Bible... Read more
Dikembe Mutombo’s Background Humble Beginnings in the Congo As we enter the holiday season, I’d like to honor the legacy of basketball Hall-of-Famer Dikembe Mutombo. Born on June 25, 1966 in Kinshasa Democratic Republic of the Congo, Mutombo was a faithful giant with a gentle soul. Standing at 7’2, the son of Samuel and Biamba Marie Mutombo had no problem standing out among nine siblings. Before growing to a height that would help anyone succeed athletically, his parents expected him to... Read more
A Christmas Card: Historical Facts and Personal Touch Do you know there is a gift within a Christmas card? I ask this question because during the holiday season, people mention what they want for Christmas. Small children wish for the latest doll, action figure, or toy-related to something that piques their interest. Teenagers request money, gift cards, books, trendy clothes, new sneakers, makeup, cell phones, and video games. Adults may drop hints about wanting a new car, clothes, or product... Read more
As we embark on the Holiday season, I’d like to shed light on the Nativity Fast. While this specific form of fasting is common for Eastern Christians, I’m not familiar with this practice. If your understanding of Christianity comes from Western teachings you may feel the same way. Knowing this, let’s take an educational journey that may inspire you to approach the Christmas season differently. The Need for a Coming Messiah A Promise Amid Punishment Before explaining the importance... Read more
As a die-hard Washington Commanders fan, Jayden Daniels has my attention. Daniels has my attention not because he’s a rookie sensation bringing hope to a struggling franchise. It’s not because he’s one of fifteen black starting quarterbacks in the National Football League (NFL). No, It’s not because of his great sense of style and award-winning smile (though these are qualities he possesses). Daniels captures my attention because his confidence comes from having faith in Jesus Christ. Let’s examine how... Read more
Am I a good Christian? A new convert or mature believer may ask themselves this question to ensure they represent Christianity well. Jesus Christ, the Center of the Faith Defining Christianity and Christ Atoning Work For someone to know they are representing the faith well they must understand what being Christianity means. Christianity is a monotheistic religion that believes God exists as the Holy Spirit, Heavenly Father, and Son all at once. The son’s name is Jesus Christ. Christians believe... Read more
Today, I’m going to offer an A.C.T.S. Prayer for breast cancer. My desire to pray for those dealing with this sickness comes from knowing October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Before praying, let’s examine the definition, risk factors, detection methods, and statistics concerning this diagnosis. What is Breast Cancer? A Brief Explanation and Risk Factors Medical experts say breast cancer develops when cells in this organ grow out of control and tumors form. Several risk factors can increase... Read more
Introduction My Struggle with Cerebral Palsy and Therapy Today, I’d like to present an A.C.T.S. prayer for my healing. On Wednesday, September 25th I began physical therapy sessions to alleviate knee pain due to Osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis is a degenerative disease that causes tissue within the joints to wear down over time. I also live with cerebral palsy which makes walking and using my right hand challenging. Cerebral palsy is a disorder that affects a person’s ability to move and maintain... Read more
At what age should a father and son have the faith talk? Young fathers and aspiring dads may ask this as a desire to raise their children in a godly manner. Before discussing the importance of telling children about God let’s see what the Bible says about faith. Defining Faith Old Testament Appearances The first appearance of faith in scripture is not a formal definition. Rather, the term manifests through the actions of one man whose scripture considers righteous in... Read more
Are you looking to get involved in ministry? Now that summertime is over, many congregations are increasing their activity level for the rest of the year. This means they will need your help to do all they desire to accomplish. National Back to Church Sunday (September 15) is the perfect time to get involved. Perhaps you hear God calling you to get involved in ministry but aren’t sure where to begin. Please don’t fret, I have some advice to help you... Read more
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