What happens when we know a blessing is being offered but hesitate to reach for it? Shewanda Riley reflects on a memorable scene from *Lady Sings the Blues* to consider how our relationship with God can shape the way we recognize His blessings and trust Him with our prayers.
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Preserved By Purpose: Transitions Are a Christian’s Best Friend
Transitions can be difficult, but trusting God and focusing on His plan can help us to stay encouraged and build our faith.
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Preserved by Purpose: The Power of Sincere Prayer
Through the biblical example of Hannah and the words of King Claudius from Hamlet, Shewanda Riley emphasizes the importance of sincere prayer and relying on God’s grace for answered prayers.
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Love Conquers All: Biblical Perspective
Love, in the biblical sense, is an unconditional state of being that only results in positive outcomes, and is our reason for being, our reason for salvation, and our reason for being loved by God.
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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: 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 […]
