If there's one prayer I've been certain of speaking often these days, it's the prayer for the Lord to help me stay hidden. I don't want to stay hidden as if I'm afraid to be seen by men but in terms of keeping me from the wrong men. I pray He reserves me for the man that He has in mind for me. God proves to us time and again that He loves us, protects us and preserves us. … [Read more...]
The Very BAD Advice Pastors Give That’ll Keep You Sad, Single and Searching
In an explosive article on the Washington Post, writer Janelle Harris brought up a topic that many single Christian sisters have only dared whisper in their prayer closets. In the piece entitled "Pastors tell black women to be passive and wait for love. I don’t believe in that," Harris tackled head-on the message preached to women in many churches around the world that women … [Read more...]
Singles: The One Idea About Dating You Better Reconsider
I love being on the listening end of conversations about new relationships. I get just as excited about the new connection as the friend or family member who’s sharing the details with me. I have always been a sucker for love and look forward to those around me experiencing more of it. I am also realistic when it comes to relationships. Being married for over 16 years and … [Read more...]