
Ocean Deep, Faith Renewed
Have you ever felt burned out and weary? This was the emotional place I was in about 3 weeks ago. I didn't feel like writing, encouraging anyone, or even inspirational. Usually, I could push through the emotions, but for some reason I felt emotionally stuck.
When I get overwhelmed in this manner it drives me to dangerous place...shut down. When I feel myself retreating inwardly I know I must do something quickly to get out of the rut, but this time I felt helpless. I felt

Marriage Chronicles: Don’t Wait Till The Water Runs Dry
“…Some people will work things out
And some just don't know how to change… Let's not wait till the water runs dry
We might watch our whole lives pass us by
Let's not wait till the water runs dry
We'll make the biggest mistake of our lives
Don't do it, baby…” This is one of my favorite songs by one of my favorite R&B male groups from the late 80’s early 90’s, Boyz II Men entitled, “Water Runs Dry.” The melody immediately captures your soul as if you were at a symphony. Wh

#AllLivesMatter to Christ, But Do #AllLivesMatter to You?
I admit, this past month has taken an emotional toll on me. It was traumatic to witness the senseless deaths from black lives, police officers, and people around the world experiencing terrorist’s attacks. It was like multiple death waves crashing upon the shores of my heart non-stop. At one point I was fearful of awakening to a new day only to be faced with more tragic news. It was exhausting to say the least. It has heightened my awareness of the evil presence in this worl