At the time of writing this short note, in two days the New Year, 2021, will be here. The collard greens I grew this summer will be removed from the freezer on New Year’s Eve, and seasoned with great enthusiasm. The black- eyed peas will be soaked soon for Hoppin’ John, without the bacon, since … Continue reading Pleasant Transition
The story of Mary, the mother of Jesus is intriguing to many. Some are focused with much fascination, on a young girl who birth the Savior of the world. She gave birth with no physical intimacy, known of normalcy as the common way to bring children into the world. I say this fascination in itself, … Continue reading How Can This Be?
Today marks the second day of 31 days as we move closer to year’s end. I do not intend to harp on what a challenging, heartbreaking, and trying year this has been, because I know, it has also been motivating to me. Motivating in the sense that I appreciate so much of what drives me. … Continue reading Redemptive Tenderness
I’ve recently and continue to spend a great deal of time reading books of the old, specifically those written by the oppressed. Those who were bombarded with adversity of all kinds…from the color of their skin, shape of their lips, texture of their hair, and speech. Those who were called names and treated as though … Continue reading Good Deeds
Luke 14:15-24 I term the meaning of this four-part series on Luke 14 with the word great, based on the number of people invited to break bread with Jesus. The saying, the-more-the-merrier, stands out here, because it’s my humble thought that the more people present to the teachings of Jesus, the better the world becomes. … Continue reading Warm & Welcoming:The Great Supper P4
Luke 14:1-11 If you look closely at yourself, with every flaw you may think of yourself. If you really look in the mirror made from every material God has created, and acknowledge that He also made you to appreciate His creation! You! If you really look, come on, look harder, will you? There would never … Continue reading Warm & Welcoming: The Great Supper P2
Ever felt compelled to share what God placed on your heart, but refrain from doing so due to several factors? I often feel this way when I am a part of some specific groups. Then when given the opportunity to share, walk away feeling strange as though you’ve stepped on several toes. I often ask … Continue reading Warm & Welcoming: The Great Supper
Listen to me read the blog below: Third heading: Proclaiming the vital message. Isaiah 6 Ever had a moment when you get in your car, drive to a familiar destination, you know the area well, but still you don’t know where you are? This was one of my moments one day over the past weekend. … Continue reading Conversion or Commission P3
Listen to me read this reflection: Second heading: Clarity in salvation Isaiah 6 Living with a broken toe is quite a challenge. The break was discovered last week because I finally went to the podiatrist. It’ll take 3-4 weeks to heal completely, and I am so happy I don’t have too much outdoor care to … Continue reading Conversion or Commission P2
Before you enter the Belize Friends’ Center (BFC) in the South Side of Belize City, Belize, every visitor is greeted by these words “Bridging the Gap Between Today and Possibilities”. Currently, the South Side is so different from when I grew up there. It is now known for gangs and families with young women, who … Continue reading An Overture of Divine Mercy