How To Let Go Part II
Why is letting go so hard to do? Inspiring posts on Face Book read: “When I let go of what I am, I finally become…
My Faith Is Better Than Yours
By: Shenelle Wallace I was at a church service. And the minister that day was bigging up Jesus (Go Jesus). For me it was no…
The 9 Most Overlooked Threats to a Marriage
I feel bad for marital communication, because it gets blamed for everything. For generations, in survey after survey, couples have rated marital communication as the number one problem in marriage. It’s not…
Your Money Bible: 25 Financial Terms Everyone Should Know
Do you know your AGI from your ARM from your PMI? Or does the mere mention of those acronyms make you go, “Huh?” If you don’t speak personal finance, don’t worry—we’re here to help. We know that managing your money can sometimes…
Style Profile: Sarah Jakes
Speaker and Author Sarah Jakes has been giving us LIFE with her fabulous style these days! Her new look speaks of confidence, a…
Duerre and Sharai Thomas presents: Leading A Generation
By: Shenelle Wallace Pastor Duerre Thomas and his wife Sharai Thomas are a Dynamic husband and wife team, who aspire to lead the youth of…
Gorgeous Gifts!
Who is on your Christmas list this year? Whoever it may be, male or female young and old, we hope you don’t mind if we…
Unsolved Mysteries
For every question I’ve ever had, I wish there was an answer. From the big, to the small, I want to know it all. Why are apples red? Why is the sky blue? And why do faithful Christians die in tragic ways such as a plane crash? Just a few…
Good Girl Gone Bad
I’m a prude. I’ll admit. Note: Prude – a person who is excessively proper or modest in speech, conduct, dress, etc. I always have been,…
7 Truths About Marriage You Will Not Hear In Church
I am grateful for the foundation the church gave me in regards to marriage. It was a good study guide. But there some things on the test I did not learn until marriage began. So, I am going to give you some answers to the test that some of you might not expect to see. I grew up in church. I spent most of my time with Christian people. I was told much about marriage. But ….
6 Reasons Young Black People Are Leaving The Church
Let’s talk about it. Could it be that these are the last days where many will depart from the faith? Or is it just a…
Why I Tithe—And How You Can Too
Some things in life just cannot be explained. One of the mysteries in my wealth management practice is the glaring coincidence that a large majority…
Winter Wears
Bundle up! It’s cold outside. Looking for style and comfort? Take a look at these lovely sweaters and coats for winter.
The Other Side of Faith
One of the greatest possessions anyone can have is their faith. I’d even go as far as to say that if a person loses everything, but still has their faith, it is possible they can get everything back that they’ve lost. Faith is arguably one of the most talked about topics in churches worldwide, and even non-church going people tap into this thing called faith. It is the key to everything thats possible…
It Could All Be So Simple
Religion is supposed to unite. But in actuality, the opposite is true. Even those of the same belief system are sometimes divided, in the name of minor disagreeing beliefs within the same religion. People generally want something to believe in. It makes them feel purposeful, connected, and like they belong. So when my very close friend was seeking for a deeper meaning to life, she…
Dismissing Defeat
I am team Christian. I root for every last one of us to win all the time, in every aspect of our lives. For as long as I can remember I’ve been in the church (aka going to church). As a matter of fact, I’ve been a part of it as long as I have been alive. I’ve been to mega churches, smaller local churches, and mid-sized congregations. But what I’ve noticed is that when it comes to the personal lives of many Christians, a lot of them are living…
3 Reasons Why Black Christians Don’t Have A Deep Relationship With Christ
After years of observing the Christian community here in America, I’ve realized that there are fundamental issues with the expression of worship and the depth of faith among Black Christians. I began theorizing in my twenties and have arrived at a few educated guesses. Here are three reasons …
5 Must Read Books on Marriage
The best time to work on your marriage is before you’re married.” I saw this quote and thought it made perfect sense. We prepare for so many other things in our lives, why not prepare for Marriage? Here are 5 exceptional books that will thoroughly…
Up Close With Jeremy Williams: The Man Behind Church Of Laugh
Nothing beats a hearty knee slapping laugh. After all, “A merry heart doeth good like medicine.” And Jeremy Williams, founder of Church Of Laugh understands that all too well. So who is this guy? He’s…
This Just In… For Spring!
It’s that time of year again. Where the winter coats come off hinting that summer is on its way. While we gear up for one…
Holiday Style
Looking for a holiday outfit can be difficult! We tend to follow trending colors, over think our looks, or sometimes we end up just a little too plain. The best Fashion for the holidays is to…
The One Prayer God Will Always Answer
My lips have uttered countless prayers to God. Prayers for finances, my career, my relationships, for direction, and much more. Some He’d answer, and some He has yet to, but eventually will. But the one prayer God always answers, (quick too), is the prayer for patience. Have mercy…
Don’t Worry God, I Got Your Back!
It was a typical day at the office. I was sitting at my desk when I overheard a comment from one coworker to the next about God. That comment turned into a full blown argument. Coworker A was demeaning God, and co worker B was defending Him. Not one to let anyone question her God, she put on her armor, ready to fight. Others passing by stopped to add their 2 cents. Me? I…
Heart Courageous
I was in my classroom one day and I was preparing myself to go to lunch when a song began to ring over my spirit. It was called “Heart Courageous.” As it was ringing in my ears I started singing the chorus: “We’re marching on with heart courageous,
we’ll follow anywhere you want us to, and should you lead us where the battle rages
A Little Too Transparent
Preachers Wives, Preachers Daughters, Preachers of LA. How did we get here, and when will it end? In case you aren’t familiar with any…
4 Marriage Ministries to Follow
It’s been said that in a marriage relationship, you never stop learning. Here are 4 Marriage Ministries that can help you get a head start to understanding the dynamics of a marriage, or if you’re already married…
