One of God’s commandments is not to covet. Coveting what your neighbor/friend/loved one has can lead to jealousy. Throughout the Bible, there are stories that detail the destructive actions of different people because of jealousy. As I’ve written before, when I was younger, I had a plan for how my life would go, but when my life’s planned derailed while someone else’s life stayed the course, I became extremely jealous. As a result, I became mad at God and began to look at the world in a negative light. Over time, I realized that we are all different and are called to different life plans. Therefore, we should trust God to lead our paths.

The adage is true: life be life’ing. As life continues, our prayers change. After finding old notes, I realized that while I was busy praying about my next set of accomplishments, I didn’t realize God had been answering old prayers – even ones I forgot about. Here’s your reminder to appreciate the moments in your life.  

Growth is a part of life. We all want advancement, but what happens when God moves us a step backwards? My advice: seek God to see what He wants you to do in this season because the faster you complete your assignment, the quicker you can move to your next.

A little while ago, I read something that was eye-opening. It said time is our biggest resource. This was astounding to me because for years, I believed money was the biggest resource. As I continue to become more intent on being purposeful, productive and focused, I realized how one spends his or her time today determines his or her success tomorrow. Time is important. In 2025, let’s consult God about how to use our time wisely so we can reach a bountiful harvest!

After years of making horrible decisions and depending on others to make decisions for me, I realized that my problem was I was placing my trust in the wrong people. Instead, I should have been placing my trust in God. However, when you lose trust in yourself, it is hard to trust God and to trust that you hear God correctly. Since my Christian journey began in 2022, God has been helping me to trust Him more. With that, I am learning how to trust Him in the midst of inconveniences and setbacks and believing that He is still guiding me through it.

We have become a people who always wants more. We’re constantly looking for the next big accomplishment without thinking about what it takes to get there. Oftentimes, the next level requires us to go through a season of uncomfortableness. I am learning that the uncomfortable season is where we grow. Therefore, don’t run away from discomfort; embrace the uncomfortable!    

Words are powerful. Words can lift someone up or bring someone down. During my battle of depression, I learned the true meaning of “If you can’t say something nice, don’t say nothing at all.” As Christians, we need to make sure that are words are being used to uplift and speak life into people. I challenge you to use your words to help others, not condemn them

Depending on the response, nostalgia can be a welcoming feeling or it can be a trap from the enemy. In my case, it was a trap. Thinking about what my life could have been like if I would’ve made different choices caused me to become discontent in the life that God blessed me with. One day, God revealed to me that I was too busy looking back on a life not meant for me instead of looking forward to the one God had for me.

Before the year 2024 started, God gave me 6 key strategies we needed to have a successful year. God’s Word tells us He has plans to prosper us and not to harm us. Therefore, we should live in that promise and believe that God will support our purpose.

For years, I didn't like being alone. I filled the emptiness with phone call with friends, hanging out with friends, cramming my head in a book or binging television shows and movies that didn’t bring up the memories I was running from. However, it was one night God made me face the quietness, which ultimately lead to my healing. I encourage you to embrace the quiet and discover what God is trying to show you.

The trials and tribulations we face on an everyday basis can sometimes weigh us down to the point we forget that God has our backs. Through this dream, I hope it encourages you and reminds you that God really has our backs, no matter how menacing the situation may be.

We all have dreams and aspirations. God has given each of us gifts and talents. However, sometimes, due to negativity the enemy sends our way, it’s hard to have faith and believe in the gifts and dreams God has given us. This blog post serves as encouragement to be all the God has called you to be.

There’s a saying that says, “If you want to make God laugh, tell him your plans.” Due to the countless times my life has gone the complete opposite of my plans, I’m sure that God has doubled over in laughter. In analyzing my various failed life plans, I discovered that I battle with the spirit of control. I learned that God has already set our course for us, but it’s up to us to follow it. Life is a lot easier when God leads and we follow.

Oftentimes, we beat ourselves up for mistakes or wrong decisions we made, which leads us going down a rabbit hole of questions of “what ifs?” These questions can cause depression, hopelessness, sadness and a slew of other negative emotions. I’m here to encourage you that God already included your mistakes into His plan. You are exactly where God wants you to be. Just keep trusting and leaning on Him.

Have you ever prayed and prayed for a blessing and it seemed like it would never happen? As I reflected over my life, I realized that some of the biggest blessings I received didn't come until my circle changed. Who you’re around matters and sometimes, it is what is keeping you from your blessing.