“Just remember: God had a plan for our life long before anyone had an opinion.” My daughter repeated these words while sharing a conversation with one of her close friends. She talked about certain struggles when this wise friend encouraged her with these life-giving words. I could not believe my ears. The wisdom came from a 13-year-old boy. And even though he may have heard it from an adult, it blessed me beyond measure to know that my girl is surrounded by children who understand and Continue Reading
All Articles by Patricia Holbrook
Grace is amazing. Breathtaking… Empowering… Everlasting… All-surviving… Grace makes you soar.
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An Invitation to Mend the Mother-Daughter Relationship – LINKUP {The Atlanta Journal Constitution}
“Those from among you will rebuild the ancient ruins; You will raise up the age-old foundations; And you will be called the repairer of the breach, the restorer of the streets in which to dwell.” These promise-filled words are found in the second part of the Old Testament book of Isaiah, where the restoration and promise of future blessings for Israel through her Messiah were foretold by the great prophet. Isaiah’s words, particularly chapters 40-66, have been a source of great Continue Reading
Open Letter to the People-Pleasing Girl
Dear People-Pleasing Girl – This letter is for you: The little girl trying to be invisible at school, afraid to speak up and make a mistake… The daughter who agrees to follow her mom’s dreams other than her own… The wife who gives up her desires and preferences to avoid conflict… e.v.e.r.y. t.i.m.e. The mother who is afraid of losing her child’s love for standing firm on her convictions. My heart is heavy for you! You have given up so much in the name of peace… and sacrificed your Continue Reading
When You Lack Self-Control {The Atlanta Journal Constitution}
Not being able to govern events, I govern myself” Michel de Montaigne The Church School Journal is a Bible student’s magazine originally printed in 1910, which includes various commentary illustrations intended to be used by Sunday School teachers and preachers. While browsing this timeless gem, I came across a story told by Henry Ward Beecher that beautifully illustrates the power of self-control. Beecher was an American preacher and social reformer, who lived in 19th-century New York state. Continue Reading
Countdown to Freedom
The week is here!She Soars Women's Conference 2019 is this Saturday, April 27th, at Prayer and Praise Christian Fellowship in Woodstock, GA. During Jesus' ministry in Galilee and Judea, Jews followed Him everywhere. Some were curious. Others recognized the long-awaited Messiah had come. Most Jewish leaders were angry. He was in Jerusalem this time and had just challenged the leaders who wanted to stone an adulterous woman to death, according to the Levitical Law (Lev. 20:10). Jesus was Continue Reading
A Reflection on the Pain of Betrayal – LINKUP {The Atlanta Journal Constitution – Palm Sunday}
Historians offer us a glimpse of the appearance of Jerusalem and its vicinity at the time Jesus entered the city on “Palm Sunday.” It was Passover season, therefore open grounds and perhaps the side of every hill Jesus passed by on his way from Bethany were covered with tents and temporarily erected structures. Even early in the week, every available inn and house inside the city walls would have been full. History is not left without certain data which give us a fair estimate of the actual Continue Reading
