Called To Love

Being the mom of athletes, I have had many opportunities to witness what it looks like to see someone give their absolute all on the field. I have lived through watching them playing through asthma, broken bones, sprains, and yes even concussions. I have watched and prayed from the sidelines that God would keep and protect them as they pursued their purpose. There was one time when one of my sons was absolutely rocked while carrying the ball. I thought he was out  of the game. From the sidelines he heard his dad say, "Son, get up, you're OK, shake it off". With that my son got up, a little wobbly, and continued the game.  " So I run straight toward the goal in order to win the prize, which is God's call through Christ Jesus to the life above."  Philippians 3:14 Be Blessed, G Sometimes in the midst of walking in our purpose, we are going to get rocked. But if we listen to the voice of the Father telling us to "Get Up, You're OK, shake it off&

One of my greatest struggles is learning how to say "No". I have always wanted to be useful and helpful. I do not like to disappoint others, to the extent that I can and will allow myself to be put in a bad place. This has often gotten me into situations that God did not authorize nor condone.  There are  3 types of yokes in our lives which separates us from Gods desire for our lives.  1. Man's Yoke which leads to  bondage, confusion, and problems. 2. Satan's Yoke which leads to death and destruction and separation from the Father 3. Self inflicted yokes which lead to careless choices, bad relationships and destructive living. We must careful not to put on any yoke that God did not approve. Gods word promises us ;   " For my yoke is easy and my burden is light. ”  Matthew 11:30  Be sure not to put on any yokes that God  did  not approve. Pray to the Father in all things and ask His will concerning you.  Be Blessed, G Visit my website a

Having grown up around many Christian leaders and teachers, I have seen those who have humble spirits, and those who do not. I have seen those who by way of their popularity have found themselves requiring dutifulness of those they were called to help. Just because we are called to help others does NOT elevate us to a position to rule over them. Be careful of how you treat those God has called you to help. Our teaching should always be seen as a pay it forward opportunity.  John 13:14   says; " Now that I, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you also should wash one another's feet." I agree that it feels good to empower others, to bless others, and to help others, but in the end the only one that should be glorified is God. We must abstain from seeing ourselves higher than we aught to, and requiring it from others...  Romans 12:16   says; "Live in harmony with one another. Do not be proud, but be willing to associate with people of low position. Do

Weeks leading up to my Marriage, I had frequent dreams of not being ready for my wedding day. One dream, I forgot my gown, one dream, my hair wasn't done, and yet another, no shoes. Each time as I realized my unpreparedness, I went into a panic thinking that my day was ruined.  As Christ followers, God commands us to daily put on His whole Armor so that we can be prepared for anything that comes our way.  Finally, be strong in the Lord  and in his mighty power.     Put on the full armor of God,  so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes.     For our struggle is not against flesh and blood,  but against the rulers, against the authorities,  against the powers  of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.     Therefore put on the full armor of God,  so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand.     Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled arou

Have you ever taken the time to consider who is watching you. As a the wife of a Pastor, we often say that our life is like living in a fishbowl. Everyone is watching you for the good, bad, and the ugly. For that reason, I am always conscious of how people see me. First, am I being real with them, myself, and God. Second, I am representing God well. Third, am I setting a positive example for whoever is watching.  I would never be so self-righteous to say that I never slip up, or make mistakes, I'm human. I've spoken out of anger, and out of places of hurt and pain. I've at times behaved selfishly. The spiritual connection is that I recognize  my faults and failures, ask for forgiveness, and try with Gods guidance to do better.  Many people in leadership who fall, fall hard because they always put on the front that they are blameless. There is no one blameless, except God. All we can be is the best us we can. Let God fill in the voids and gaps of your imperfections. Se