What would you do if telling someone the truth would hurt them? Would you still tell them, or would you let them find out on their own? If you’d asked […]
Author Archives: Shewanda Riley
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Preserved by Purpose – The Company You Keep
During a visit to my family in San Antonio a few years ago, I was shocked andsaddened to hear of 3 murders in one 24-hour period. The news reports hinted […]
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Preserved – God has not Forgotten!
A number of years ago, I had a painfully thoughtful conversation with a friend who was trying todeal with a heartbreaking disappointment. I could understand her point of view because […]
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Preserved by Purpose: Never Alone
Singles should seek after God and create an intimacy with Him, seek after others who challenge them to be better Godly versions of themselves, and create a community of mature support.
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Preserved by Purpose: Right Thing in a Wrong Situation
A number of years ago, I was intrigued by the question of whether you can do the right thing inthe wrong situation and still be blessed. One response kept coming […]
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Preserved by Purpose: Right Thing in a Wrong Situation
A number of years ago, I was intrigued by the question of whether you can do the right thing in the wrong situation and still be blessed. One response […]
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Preserved by Purpose: Sleeping with the Enemy
A number of years ago, the movie Sleeping with the Enemy told a frightening story of a woman being mentally, physically, and verbally abused by her husband. Moviegoers connected with […]
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Preserved by Purpose: The Residue of Rage
“Lift Every Chair and Swing.” “Aquamayne” and “Fade in the Water.” These were some of the top trending social media topics just a couple of weeks ago. Like […]
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Preserved by Purpose: Back to School and Back to Prayer
Each year around this time, I share a Back-to-School prayer. I think it is important to offer encouragement as students, staff and educators prepare to return to school. There […]
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Preserved by Purpose: No Decision is a Decision
A number of years ago, I was talking to a friend about his difficulty in making a choice. Having been there before myself, I could understand his dilemma and […]
