There are women who return to faith not because they are naïve, but because they are wise.Because they know what it means to be lost
Category: Strength for Today
The Black Church: The Role of Music
What is the relationship between singing and preaching, and what is the role of music in the Black church? Pastor Shirley Caesar and Professor Fredara
Bay Leaves, Prayer, and Sacred Transitions
People have used fragrant plants during moments of reflection, prayer, celebration, and transition for thousands of years. One question often asked is whether bay leaves
Shake the Dust Off (Matthew 10:14)
Reflection I know the sting of being called “paranoid,” “too much,” or “ungrateful” because you dared to raise your voice about safety. Sometimes it’s not
The Porch Light That Never Goes Out
Growing up, we knew the porch light meant something. If it was on, you could come in. You were welcome. Even if it was late
Devotional: Above the Noise
Key Verse:“Be still, and know that I am God.” — Psalm 46:10 (KJV) There are seasons in life when it feels like everything is demanding
10 Truths for the Anniversary of a Hard Day
Some dates carry weight no calendar shows. The body remembers anniversaries even when the mind tries to move past them — a tightness in the
How Abusers Shift Blame and Survivors Reclaim Truth
Sometimes, people of faith step so far into trying to “check both sides” that we drift away from the heart of God’s justice. We start
✨ How Do I Reject the Parts of Faith That Oppressed Me, While Retaining What Healed Me?
There comes a point when a woman looks at the faith she inherited and realizes:some parts held her back,and other parts held her together. That’s
Myth vs. Fact: Are 93% of Sex Offenders Religious?
This post is about protecting children with accurate information….. You may have seen a startling statistic shared online: “93% of sex offenders are religious.” For