Taste and see that the Lord is good. Oh, the joys of those who take refuge in him! Psalm 34:8 (NLT) Our First Date - After several conversations, we finally decided to set up our first in-person meeting. Both of us wanted it to be special. We chose to meet at a public place that … Continue reading God’s Jewel for My Crown Part 2: How I knew he was the One
Commit your way to the LORD, Trust also in Him, And He shall bring it to pass. Delight yourself also in the LORD, And He shall give you the desires of your heart. Psalm 37:4-5 (NKJV) In December of 2018, my husband and I made a decision that would change our lives forever. After swiping … Continue reading God’s Jewel for My Crown Part 1: How We Met
A Woman Caught in Adultery Jesus returned to the Mount of Olives, but early the next morning he was back again at the Temple. A crowd soon gathered, and he sat down and taught them. As he was speaking, the teachers of religious law and the Pharisees brought a woman who had been caught in … Continue reading Not Good Enough: Conviction vs Condemnation
My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me. I give them eternal life, and they will never perish, and no one will snatch them out of my hand. My Father, who has given them to me,[a] is greater than all, and no one is able to snatch them out of … Continue reading A Moment with Jesus
To prepare your heart to receive this message, please take a moment and listen to this song by Donald Lawrence - Hebrews 4:9 "A Rest" (Vintage Detroit Mix) I have so much to say to you, but I have no idea where to start. Therefore, I'll start with the message the Holy Spirit has been … Continue reading The Gift: Rest
After these things the word of the Lord came to Abram in a vision, saying, “Do not be afraid, Abram. I am your shield, [a]your exceedingly great reward.” Genesis 15:1 (NKJV) Lately I’ve been feeling helpless, trapped and weary. Lately I’ve been wanting rest. While God has been elevating me, taking me from glory to … Continue reading God is Your Reward
Only God gives inward peace, and I depend on him. God alone is the mighty rock that keeps me safe, and he is the fortress where I feel secure. God saves me and honors me. He is that mighty rock where I find safety. Trust God, my friends, and always tell him each one of … Continue reading Perspective Shift: Dealing with Negative Emotions
“The grass withers and the flowers fade, but the Word of our God stands forever.” Isaiah 40:8 (NLT) Welcome to February! Black History Month and the month of love! Valentine’s Day is this month. So, I would like to start by saying Happy Black History Month! And Happy Valentine’s Day! We are also celebrating our … Continue reading Trusting God
Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God’s will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect. Romans 12:2 (NLT) Happy New Year!!! Praise God for another year with our … Continue reading Overcoming an Identity Crisis: I am Who God says I am
So let’s not get tired of doing what is good. At just the right time we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don’t give up. Galatians 6:9 (NLT) I remember having a conversation with my friend Tamara sometime in September. We were discussing some of the prayers we sent up on behalf of one … Continue reading Weary in the Wait
The Love JC Ministry 