This week's scripture is a straight up call out to us. I read this and feel called out due to the simple fact that as a people, we gripe and complain all the time. "There's poor people that would love your shoes!" "There are kids that go to bed hungry and youre choosing to not finish your food!" AND YET, when we see those folks on the side of the street or in our communities, we ignore them. We wi...  Read More

The Chosen TV series allows us to see Jesus through the eyes of those who knew Him. Watch this clip of the woman anointing Jesus. What emotions are evoked in you? Mark 14: 1-9Preparation for burial14 It was two days before Passover and the Festival of Unleavened Bread. The chief priests and legal experts through cunning tricks were searching for a way to arrest Jesus and kill him. 2 But they agree...  Read More

CeCe Winans tells the story of the woman with the alabaster box through song. Listen and envision the picture she paints of this anointing of Jesus. The chorus speaks of the woman's praise being worth more than we know. At what is your praise valued? Consider your blessings, thanksgiving, healings, mendings of relationships, etc....these are sacred acts that infuse your praise. Mark 14: 1-9Prepara...  Read More

"La La Land" is all about love - of music, movies, both industries' history, Los Angeles culture, and romance. The two main characters are beyond passionate about their crafts... but can't seem to make it very far without each other. While I won't ruin the ending, it doesn't end in a blissful 'happily ever after' but with melancholy and reminiscence.In the Bible passage, there is a woman who peopl...  Read More

WelcomeIt seems fitting that at the end of Jesus’ emotional journey to the cross, we would find our Savior calm, grounded, and at peace with what is to come. For all the emotional experiences we share with Jesus, it is a gift to know that even in the darkest moments Jesus is able to find peace. May this week’s scripture serve as a guide to cultivating peace in our lives, and a reminder that when w...  Read More

What happens when you're the one who disappoints another, like the disciples? Take a deep breath. It can be hard to admit and accept that we've disappointed others.Consider reflecting on the incident. Journal using the following prompts: When I disappoint someone I feel ________________. I think ________________ about myself. I do these actions to myself  _____________. Matthew 26: 40-5640 He came...  Read More