Since I was young, I’ve had to live with my health struggles, chronic conditions that seem to always be there, lingering and never truly leaving. Though there are moments when I feel good, it’s often followed by periods of pain, exhaustion, and frustration. In those moments, I’ve wondered, “Where is God in all of this? How can a loving God allow this much suffering?”

Colleen Howard   I focus on this one thing: Forgetting the past and looking forward to what lies ahead, I press on to reach the end of...

Perhaps our ability to navigate life’s treacherous journeys is found in choosing to be still despite our hectic lives. Even Jesus left the crowds and His disciples to enter quiet time with the Father.

As I pen this blog, I realize their poems gave a little black girl from Illinois with roots in Texas and Florida, the space to write poetry.

“The Lord is near to all who call upon Him, To all who call upon Him in truth.”–Psalm 145:18, NKJV. I still remember when I was first...

Only through the act of truly listening can one cultivate an unshakable faith in the ever-present and all-consuming love of God. 

Fast forward 396 years, and we have a paid holiday that honors a turkey, football, family, friends, and food more than God almighty. I don't

I am leaving you with a gift—peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don’t be troubled or...

“Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.”...

Mostly, I am a take-charge person who rarely procrastinates. I rarely turn in assignments late or have issues with my work ethic....

“Woe to the obstinate children,” declares the Lord, “to those who carry out plans that are not mine, forming an alliance, but not by my...

“The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged”...

One thing I struggle with is asking for help. I always assume that it is a sign of weakness because I am at an age where I should have my st

While working on writing a message about dreaming boldly, an important email, I’d been waiting for came in from a literary agency.

“Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and he will establish your plans” (Proverbs 16:3 NIV). As 2019 ended, I knew 2020 would be an...

Reflecting on the importance of putting God first above our needs and wants.

“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose (Romans 8:28...