"I forgive you": Botham Jean's brother (Brandt Jean) hugs Amber Guyger after she gets 10 years in prison...(DallasNews.com ) On Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2019 most of us across the world waited for the sentencing of ex-police officer, Amber Guyger. She was found guilty of the murder of Botham Jean (an … [Read more...] about I also forgive you – Amber Guyger…
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a personal growth bible study: when you’re feeling rejected
(This post was originally published on 8/13/18 and updated on 7/23/19). Do you ever feel that no matter what you do or how you act towards friends and loved ones, you get pushed away? Is the love of your parents non-existent? Or maybe your marriage has failed, because your spouse rejected the … [Read more...] about a personal growth bible study: when you’re feeling rejected
How to stop comparing yourself to other Christians – a personal growth bible study
I have a friend who I speak with on a regular basis. We discuss our lives as believers who live in a world where it's not so popular to be a Christian. Believers are taught to live in the world, but be not of this world. We are Gods chosen people right?! But I must admit, we compare ourselves to … [Read more...] about How to stop comparing yourself to other Christians – a personal growth bible study
When Mother’s Day is Rough
I was on FaceBook a few days ago scrolling, reading, laughing and commenting on my friends, family and "FB friends" posts. The latest challenge on FB is "I'm old as..." - you feel in the blank according to what you remembered back in the day, based on your age. I put my little two cents in by … [Read more...] about When Mother’s Day is Rough
Why a Centurion soldier was crazy to follow Jesus
Raise your hand if you've ever been told that you're crazy to follow Jesus in this day and age? Raise them high! Yep, me too :) Americans preach and teach inclusion, diversity and free worship. We should be treated equal no matter the race, age, sexuality or belief system. Yes, I believe that to … [Read more...] about Why a Centurion soldier was crazy to follow Jesus
How to follow Jesus, even if you doubt His existence
Learning how to follow Jesus, even if you doubt His existence is always a touchy subject to discuss. Everyone has an opinion on the matter, including me. Rightly so, I guess. Here's a few questions for those who don't believe, have doubt or on the fence... Are you believing in nothing or a … [Read more...] about How to follow Jesus, even if you doubt His existence
How to stop being a betrayer, hater, troll or messy spy – a personal growth bible study
Have you ever been on social media and noticed that when you post something uplifting, inspirational or positive, there's always someone posting negative or "hater" comments? Ever unfriend someone and you know they still "troll" your page? Had a good or great thing happen in your life, whether … [Read more...] about How to stop being a betrayer, hater, troll or messy spy – a personal growth bible study
Why my heart hurts for our country….
Another senseless killing of 12 innocent people has happened in our country... In the non-violent city of Thousand Oaks, CA., Ian Young, a 28-year old, marine vet, gunned down a 29-year veteran police officer, who was set to retire the next day, along with 12 others at the Borderline … [Read more...] about Why my heart hurts for our country….
a personal growth bible study: feelings of inadequacy and depression
Are you an emotional, worrywart kind of Christian? Unable to deal with a situation or with life? Having frequent feelings of insecurity, depression or inadequacy? Well, some Christians believe that we should never experience these feelings. They say, the lack of faith is the culprit. And … [Read more...] about a personal growth bible study: feelings of inadequacy and depression
