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Freedom From Self-Protection
One day a number of years ago, I felt led to call a friend I hadn’t seen in months. When I asked how she was doing, she tearfully said, “Bad. I left my husband today.” In the past when hearing such words, I’d listen, then … Continue reading
Freedom From Worldliness
Lately at church and in Sunday school we’ve been studying a challenging series called, “Not A Fan,” which urges moving beyond being a fan of Jesus to becoming a true follower. Recently a familiar verse was read in my Sunday … Continue reading
Freedom From Criticizing
A number of years ago a women’s ministry was promoting a 30-day Husband Encouragement Challenge for Wives. “I’ll try it,” I determined. For 30 days I was to avoid criticism and daily speak encouraging words to my husband. The result … Continue reading
Freedom From Self-Pity
A moment of truth that comes back to my mind repeatedly happened almost fifteen years ago when my youngest daughter was 13 years old. I was feeling sorry for myself that day and was reciting out loud a list of all … Continue reading
Finding Peace In Relationships
Not long ago a fellow Christian communicated, “I could have peace if only she would…” She spoke about her Christian roommate whom she described as “irresponsible” and “someone I have no respect for.” She then preceded to list all the … Continue reading
God Is For Me–Even When I Fall
I had made such progress in my battle against codependency. Then a new issue came up, and I suddenly found myself embracing false responsibility, which I thought was a thing of the past. Once again I felt determined to scheme … Continue reading
Free To Admit A Wrong
Why is it sometimes so hard to say “I was wrong?” This past Sunday I got offended by what someone said to me. I overreacted and lashed out with harsh words. My fuming about the disrespect shown consumed me. All … Continue reading
He Is Risen!
My Lord is risen! Death has lost its sting The power of sin can no longer keep me a prisoner. Yes, I may still struggle with sin, but praise God He is able to deliver me from it. I am truly alive … Continue reading
Freedom From Demanding My Own Way With God
Years ago at a wedding, a phrase from the love verses stood out as the pastor read them. Love does not insist on its own way. (1 Corinthians 13:5 TLB) That day I saw how many of the troubles in … Continue reading
An Extraordinary African American
It’s black history month, and recently in a Christian book store, I saw a DVD about one of the most inspiring African American men living today. I had read about this extraordinary man over the years and saw him on television before. … Continue reading