When I Accepted Me By Sonja Samuel
Posted on February 13, 2010
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Why self-esteem and what is it exactly?
Self esteem is the extent to which we like, respect and accept ourselves. It reflects our overall evaluation or appraisal of our self worth. It encompasses our beliefs, emotions and behavior. However, many people operate from the perspective of what others think of them and it fuels a cycle of dissatisfaction and discontentment. Instead of finding peace within themselves and being the unique and distinct person God created them to be, they live a life based on who they think others want them to be. As a result then of achieving high self esteem they find their self esteem constantly under attack.
BLOG TOUR | SistahFaith
Posted on February 12, 2010
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The Gem Within
by Robin Wise
And when I passed by you and saw you struggling in your own blood. I said to you in your blood, ‘Live’! Ezekiel 16:6
We are God’s people and at some point in our lives, we are faced with struggles. They can be the result of a broken heart, a failed or abused relationship, rejection, finances, children, shattered dreams, divorce, pride, jealousy…we all have them, they come in different shapes and sizes, and each of us handle them in different ways.
INTERVIEW | Derwin L. Gray
Posted on February 8, 2010
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Derwin, describe yourself for our visitors.
I am head over heels in love with my wife Vicki, the papa of Presley (13) and Jeremiah (9), and the Lead Pastor of Transformation Church near Charlotte, N.C. (www.tc521.org). Oh yeah, I played in the NFL for six seasons (Colts 1993-1997, Panthers 1998). I like to fish and play golf. I am much better at fishing than golf.
BLOG TOUR | Jean Alicia Elster
Posted on February 8, 2010
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Jean, describe yourself—
Formerly an attorney, I am a professional writer with a focus on writing for children, middle graders, and young adults. I am also an editor, essayist, writing instructor, and grant writer. While wearing each of these hats is fulfilling in its own way, I find my greatest joy in writing for youth and young adults.
How do you find time to connect with God?
My most focused time with God is during my morning prayer and devotional time. I find that if I do not have this one-on-one time in the morning, it gets crowded out of my day. So, I make sure that either before or after my morning physical exercise routine, I have my private time with God.
INTERVIEW | Rhonda McKnight
Posted on February 4, 2010
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Rhonda, describe yourself for our visitors.
I’m a divorced, working mother of two sons, ages 4 and 18. I love to read Christian fiction and suspense. I rarely have time for television, but when I do you might find me watching The Closer, 24, or Criminal Minds. I enjoy upbeat praise and worship by any member of the Clark Family, Kirk Franklin, and Fred Hammond. The teaching ministries of Bishop TD Jakes, Bishop Donald Hillard, and Joyce Meyers have added to my spiritual growth. I’m the vice-president of a great writers’ group here in Atlanta. I also have a free-lance fiction editing service. Interested parties may learn more about my services at my website. But most of all I enjoy spending time in South Carolina with my parents, children and extended family. South Carolina has the best barbeque.
BOOK REVIEW | Dreams That Won’t Let Go by Stacy Hawkins Adams
Posted on February 4, 2010
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Dreams That Won’t Let Go by Stacy Hawkins Adams
Reviewed by Tavares S. Carney
Hold On Just A Little While Longer
This novel, Dreams That Won’t Let Go by Stacy Hawkins Adams, is the final offering from Ms. Adams’ Jubilant Soul trilogy. While this book does stand alone, it is with great pleasure that I am happy to have read installment one, The Someday List. Interestingly enough, without having read installment two of the series, Worth A Thousand Words, I was able to pick right back up with the ongoings of the Burns family. In Dreams That Won’t Let Go, the Burns clan grapples with issues that each has been holding within. Grateful to the grandparents who raised them, the three Burns children, Reuben, Indigo and Yasmin, can not help but to wonder if somehow their dreams have been deferred.
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