Yesterday at church, there were many different messages that came from all areas of the service. Whether it was the weekly announcements, the offering, the special musical selection, or the sermon, I felt enriched with great words of wisdom. While there were many messages said or taught, I found the message of renewal to be very profound. Renewal [...]

“Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.” -Winston Churchill 

Yesterday’s service was so inspiring. I know I say that a lot, but it truly was. First we were blessed by the musical talent of the Escobar Brothers from Queens also known as Nuttin’ But Stringz. They finished [...]

So I spent last Friday night at church with other 20-something and 30 something year olds having “Real Talk” with my pastor A.R. Bernard. They are starting a new ministry for people within this particular age group, because many people believe that being a Christian you can’t have “fun,” which is simply not the case. [...]

How can we challenge ourselves to better today than we were yesterday? There is always room for change and there is always time to reflect. What can we do today that will bring out our strengths? What can we do today to improve ourselves and our weaknesses? A challenge may seem difficult to some, but what [...]

*I decided to repost an old motivational writing because I feel this is very relevant to my life now and hopefully it can help one of my readers* Originally posted January 4, 2010

Self-Discipline-noun- Training and control of oneself and one’s conduct, usually for personal improvement
I know many of us set goals or resolutions for the [...]

Independence-noun- freedom from the control, influence, support, aid, or the like, of others
Yesterday was the 4th of July also known as Independence Day. It was the day in which America gained its independence from Great Britain. Yesterday in church we sang a song that’s simply states “I surrender all.” When I think about that song [...]

This post was inspired by Chris Brown’s Michael Jackson Tribute from the BET Awards last night.

I am not going to lie, I was in tears during this performance. First of all, the dancing was ON POINT! There is no one (not Usher, Omarion, or Justin Timberlake) who could have paid homage to Michael Jackson like [...]

“Persistence is the twin sister of excellence. One is a matter of quality; the other, a matter of time.” Anonymous

Persistence-noun- to be repetitious, tenacious, or insistent; to hold firmly and steadfastly to a purpose or undertaking despite obstacles.
If you want something in life you must be persistent. Without persistence it shows that you really do [...]

Self-Concept-noun-the idea or mental image one has of oneself and one’s strengths, weaknesses, status, etc.

 Having a healthy self-concept or self-image is pertinent for having high self-esteem. If you do not believe in yourself, your talents, and your abilities then no one will. Often times, people determine their own self-worth and self-image based on what others [...]

Jada Pinkett Smith is on the cover of the July issue of Essence. This is focuses on why black women should love themselves, their beauty, and their bodies. It is actually a double cover issue and she looks phenomenal in both.

This is definitely an issue to get. It is time to celebrate our beauty!