A spiritual GPS, known as the Holy Spirit, provides divine direction and guidance to help us navigate life’s challenges and make the right decisions.
Author Archives: Shewanda Riley
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Preserved by Purpose: Procrastination is the Thief of Dreams
Procrastination can be a thief of dreams, as best-selling author Tia McCollors said, and it’s a combination of not wanting to do it, not knowing what to do, and poor time management that can lead to it.
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Preserved by Purpose: No Fear in Love
You may be reading this column on or after Valentine’s Day: the lover’s holiday. For some, this day to celebrate and show love is one filled with mixed emotions. For others, […]
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Preserved by Purpose: Ain’t Nobody Got Time for That
Sweet Brown’s video about escaping a fire and the importance of letting go of unhealthy situations and people was a reminder to focus on the future and bigger picture, as stated in Philippians 3:13-14.
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Preserved – Stirred, Not ShakenÂ
When faced with unexpected loss or change, Christians can find strength by leaning into God’s presence, trusting in His sovereignty and peace, and seeking guidance through prayer.
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Preserved by Purpose:Â Embracing Silence
Silence can be a powerful tool for healing and wisdom, and it is important to embrace it in order to reconnect with God and others.
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Preserved by Purpose – Vision for Your Life
All vision begins with light, and by reading the Bible, praying, believing, praising, worshiping, listening to God, and being obedient to His word, we can develop a Godly vision for our lives.
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Preserved – A Year of Pruning Ends
The cycle of a tree’s leaves returning in the Spring, even after they have fallen off, is a reminder that God’s promises for blessings are not far away, even in the midst of loss and trauma.
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Preserved – The Perfect Gift
“Nothing!  Absolutely nothing!” Those were my thoughts as I threw the thick stack of Black Friday ads in the magazine rack at my parent’s house many years ago. As […]
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Preserved by Purpose: Spiritual Time Management
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year” doesn’t just apply to Christmas. For college teachers, this phrase also applies to the end of any school semester. In my case, […]