Domestic Violence and Faith: Breaking the Silence

Last updated on: October 22, 2025 at 5:54 pm By Electi A Deo

October Initiatives Exposing Domestic Violence Did you know October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month? I am making this inquiry because the tenth month of the year is known for Halloween and Breast Cancer Awareness. While these initiatives are great to celebrate, domestic violence is an issue that affects many people, including Christians. Knowing this, I’ll discuss the history, expose the trauma, and examine the impact of domestic violence on Christians. Once these areas are addressed, I’ll list helpful resources and... Read more

A’ja Wilson, Aces Power Foward: A Leader Worthy of Praise

Last updated on: October 20, 2025 at 12:01 pm By Electi A Deo

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A’ja Wilson and the Las Vegas Aces Sports Dynasties Still Exist A’ja Wilson and the Las Vegas Aces won their third Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) championship on Friday, October 10, 2025. In a time when professional sports leagues are trying to create more parity, the Aces prove that dynasties still exist. But where would the Aces be without the leadership and athletic capabilities of A’ja Wilson? Likewise, where would A’ja be without the challenges and support system that... Read more

Sharing Your Faith: 3 Dos & Don’ts for Effective Witnessing

Last updated on: October 10, 2025 at 10:58 am By Electi A Deo

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Sharing Your Faith in Tolerant Times Fath, A Solution to the World’s Problems? Sharing your faith can be both exciting and intimidating. This is because we live in a society where people have many different views concerning God and religion. We also live in a world that strives to promote tolerance of all beliefs because everyone has a right to their opinion. Consequently, individuals who stand firm in their convictions may be labeled as close-minded, arrogant, or hateful. With that... Read more

Jonathan Isaac, Magic Foward, Stands Through the Gospel

Last updated on: October 2, 2025 at 4:09 pm By Electi A Deo

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Highlighting Jonathan Isaac The NBA Season Starts Soon Jonathan Isaac is the latest National Basketball Association (NBA) player I’ve chosen to highlight for Patheos. One reason is that the 2025-2026 NBA season begins on Tuesday, October 21, 2025. As a huge basketball fan, I’m excited to see how Jonathan and other athletes will perform this year. The second reason I’m writing about Jonathan is to explain how he uses his career as a platform to encourage Christians to be unwavering... Read more

My Heart, Christ’s Home: A Review and Self Reflection

Last updated on: September 24, 2025 at 2:03 pm By Electi A Deo

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My Heart, Christ’s Home Discipling Youth Leaders My Heart-Christ’s Home is a phenomenal piece of literature. Written by Robert Boyd Munger, it is a piece of literature that changes how readers think about their relationship with the Lord. I am currently reviewing this book with a youth ministry mentee at the request of our youth minister. He desires that the teenagers we refer to as youth leaders progress from being excited to serve at church to developing a strong, personal... Read more

Micah Parsons, Packers DE: Trusting God in a New Chapter

Last updated on: September 4, 2025 at 9:32 pm By Electi A Deo

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Micah Parsons Atop Sports Headlines From Dallas to Green Bay Micah Parsons is a name National Football League (NFL) fans know well. One reason is the fierce nature in which he plays football, making him one of the most thrilling players to watch. Along with his thrilling playing style, sports fans also know Micah Parsons for being atop sports headlines throughout the summer. The headlines stem from contract disputes with his former team, the Dallas Cowboys. After being traded to... Read more

Saquon Barkley, Eagles RB, Soars with the Wings of Faith

Last updated on: August 29, 2025 at 7:55 am By Electi A Deo

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Saquon Barkley Deserves Praise A Thorn in the Side of Commanders Fans Saquon Barkley is the starting running back for the Philadelphia Eagles and a Super Bowl LIX champion. He is arguably the most dominant and dynamic National Football League (NFL) athlete. As a Washington Commanders fan, it pains me to praise Saquon’s greatness. He plays for a rival team and has become a thorn in the Commanders side since being drafted by the Giants in 2019. However, I am... Read more

Coco Gauff: A 1 Timothy 4:12 Model & Tennis Sensation

Last updated on: August 21, 2025 at 8:05 pm By Electi A Deo

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Coco Gauff What’s the Spark Igniting her Passion? Coco Gauff is one athlete tennis fans look forward to seeing during this year’s U.S. Open. Her determination, playing style, and work ethic make any match she competes in feel like must-watch television. While these are great attributes for any competitor to possess, they aren’t the reason she’s the subject of this article. Instead, I’d like to draw your attention to something else. What’s the source of her determination? What’s the spark... Read more

Never Give Up Day: Celebrating the Faith to Keep Going

Last updated on: August 15, 2025 at 12:16 pm By Electi A Deo

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Let Me Testify Again My Reason to Never Give Up Never give up day is next week. Therefore, I am writing about this occasion for two reasons. As a Black man with cerebral palsy, I wrestle with the temptation to quit daily. Sometimes I’m bound by internal faults and insecurities. Then, there are moments when external pressures, like someone’s perception of me, become overwhelming. When overwhelmed, I choose to reflect on what God has done in my life. Doctors thought... Read more

World Lion Day: What Does Scripture Say About this Animal?

Last updated on: August 8, 2025 at 10:25 am By Electi A Deo

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World Lion Day Why are Lions My favorite Animal? World Lion Day occurs yearly on August 10th. I’ve chosen to highlight this occasion for two reasons. First, lions became my favorite animal at four years old after watching The Lion King. I enjoyed seeing a young cub named Simba become a king defending his late Father’s throne. I loved Simba so much that I was taken to see the Broadway play in New York when I was five. Memories of... Read more

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