Tag: religion
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Dirty Feet, Contrite Heart: Walking Out Love When It Hurts the Most
“What makes our children happy & fills them with joy is to see their father and mother fulfilled.” – Pastor Toni Alvarado On the last day of the Christian Embassy Winter Conference, I had the privilege of hearing from the only woman pastor to grace the stage—Pastor Toni Alvarado. The sermon was titled “Love Is…
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The Matriarch: A Parallel Between Rose Kennedy & Me
“It is not the years in your life that count. It’s the life in your years.” — Rose Kennedy As I reflect on the remarkable lives of strong women throughout history, one figure who resonates with me is Rose Kennedy. Like Rose, I have walked a path marked by immense suffering, yet I continue to…
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Starting Over, But Never From Scratch
God has done a new thing in my life, and even as I write this, home and townhome approvals are still coming my way. God is good all the time, and I’m here to share His goodness with you. Starting over doesn’t mean starting from scratch. God can use anyone and anything for His purpose,…
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Breaking the Curse: Reclaiming Legacy and Healing Generations
Sacramento South Gate Seventh-Day Adventist Church Journey to Joy Day 4 Tonight’s message struck a deep chord with me. While the previous nights had their own significance, tonight felt uniquely personal and powerful. It was as if God had arrived, stood face to face with me, and directly engaged with my spirit. The lead pastor…
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This wasn’t supposed to be: This wasn’t supposed to be. They tried to kill me. They left me to die. But God resurrected me! So, I have to give the glory. I can do that best with my writing. God, I thank you for doing far more than I could’ve ever imagined! I will proclaim…
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A Select Few
I am aware that this isn’t everyone’s message. I’m not going to resonate in the hearts and minds of everybody, and that’s okay with me. God has called me to reach a select few—a special group of women, mothers, and daughters alike—with my testimony. So if I’m not for you, that’s fine. Keep on scrolling.…