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So you’re the master of multitasking, huh? It impresses your boss and wows your friends and family. Like that 1980s Enjoli commercial, you can bring home the bacon and fry it up in the pan. You can wipe runny noses, clean up messes, put out fires and even spark a few. Armed with a mobile device and a go-get-it attitude, you could rule the world (or at least the carpool lane). There’s just one slight hiccup. When you major in multitasking, you often minor in joy and fulfillment. “You are worried and upset about many things, but few things are needed—or indeed only one.” (LukeRead More →

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The balancing act between my cellphone, handbag and a food tray had failed. As items went flying, leaving my clothes soiled and my attitude on acid, it occurred to me at that exact moment that this was indicative of my entire day.   Earlier, the copier at my job had failed as I worked under deadline followed by a malfunctioning iPhone that froze on the voicemail screen. Medicine for an illness was providing little to no relief, making it difficult to perform even the slightest physical task. Hence, the reason why my earnest attempt after a long, trying day to “get somewhere and sit down,” asRead More →

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Live long enough and you’ll lose a friend or two—maybe even three or four along your journey. Just like the fickleness of children at recess, people grow in different directions; they have a right to change. Sometimes friendship just comes down to a reason and a season. But, then there are the reasons that lead to an unfortunate outcome – the breaking of a bond with someone you once considered a best friend. More so than disappointment, there’s that undeniable sting that comes with the feeling of betrayal. After a fallen friendship, I’ve taken great comfort in Psalm 55, and these honest verses that acknowledgeRead More →

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The enemy doesn’t like agreement (Matthew 18:20). But you know what he dislikes even more than people praying together in the presence and the power of God? He is afraid of your contentment. When your happiness is greater than any challenge it sends out a strong signal, an unforgettable fragrance, a beam of light that says –no matter what— your soul is not for sale. The price for your life has already been paid. That’s why contentment is powerful; it’s a statement of faith. Instead of carefully crafted words and speeches, the contented person’s actions speak louder than any eloquent orator. Make no mistake, though.Read More →

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My hair hasn’t seen a pressing comb in six weeks. For those unfamiliar with the straightening of curly hair, it’s the process of using heat to get a smooth texture. But, this isn’t a blog about natural hair and feeling free so much as it is about authenticity. Did you know more than a million selfies are captured on mobile devices every day and shared online? Researchers say the psychology behind this amateur photography is quite simple: praise and approval. This means self-esteem and the carefully manufactured appearance projected in the lip-puckered self-portrait go hand in hand. That’s not always a bad thing. It’s OKRead More →

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Where am I going? How will I get there? Will I make it? Who will come with me? Will I travel alone? Whether you consider it a midlife crisis or careful contemplation at any age, there comes a time in everyone’s life when we wrestle with direction. Which way do we go? The wisdom of Solomon urges, “Give careful thought to the paths for your feet and be steadfast in all your ways. Do not turn to the right or the left; keep your foot from evil.” (Proverbs 4:26-27 NIV) Why isn’t the path just laid out before us with neon billboards and bright laneRead More →

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Think of a time when you were moving or leaving good friends or a beloved family behind. Maybe you were headed off to college or moving to a new state to start a new job. You probably waved as you drove away or boarded your plane. But, did you remember to leave a little love? That’s exactly what Jesus did as he shared those last precious moments with his disciples. A new command I give you; Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another. By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.Read More →

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It was a standing-room only crowd at North Carolina State University. Students and members of the public packed an auditorium on Martin Luther King, Jr.’s holiday for a chance to see and hear his youngest daughter speak. Flanked by heavy security, she took the stage and looked out. She was a powerful presence and the moment was palpable. As a journalist, I’d covered many celebrities, dignitaries and motivational speakers, but this was different. She looked out into the crowd of eager eyes and ears that were thirsty for a word delivered with the same zeal and passion her father had possessed. She began to shareRead More →