But Jehu was not careful to walk in the law of the Lord, the God of Israel, with all his heart; he did not depart from the sins of Jeroboam, which he made Israel sin. 2 Kings 10:31 I sat on the floor of my prayer closet, overwhelmed by God’s mercy and grace. Once again God’s Word met me where I was, filling the places that needed nourishment, healing the wounds in my heart, shining His light in my dark places. It never gets old. But it takes a new meaning after a season of gray Continue Reading
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My Friend Joy – A Life Lesson {Atlanta Journal Constitution}
I walked what seemed to be a mile on high heels, while crossing the bridge that links Emory Hospital to its parking garage. It was Sunday morning, and most visitors had not arrived yet. The hallways echoed with the sound of my shoes, and in my heart, a haunting sadness lingered. Only 30 minutes earlier, I was sitting at my Sunday School class, waiting for the teacher to start the lesson, when a friend tapped on my shoulder: “Did y’all pray for Joy?” she asked. I gasped. My fears were Continue Reading
No Request is Too Small
From the rearview mirror, I could see that she was praying again. After mouthing “Amen” she picked up my phone and dialed her best friend’s number. After the initial greeting, she lit up: “Ok, so I received my letter from the Camp and have not opened yet. As promised. I’ll open it right now, with you on the phone.” “Please let me be in the same club, please let me be in the same club,” Baby prayed again. She opened the letter and screamed: “Oh my goodness! I made it, I made it! I’m Continue Reading
Easter – Celebration of Hope for All Christians {Atlanta Journal Constitution}
This article was published on Patricia’s column for the Atlanta Journal Constitution on Saturday – April 15, 2017. The small family of Jewish slaves sat on the floor of their small hut, eating the lamb that was slain. Their sandals were on their feet and they were dressed for the journey. Their sparse belongings were tied inside small sacks that each family member would carry when their leader, Moses, sent word that it was time to go. Screams could be heard throughout the land. Mothers Continue Reading
God Moves Mountains that You Don’t Even See
The Lord will keep you from all harm— He will watch over your life; the Lord will watch over your coming and going, both now and forevermore. Psalm 121:7-8 It happened almost 14 years ago, but I remember it as if it were yesterday. She was 13 months old and finally ready to take her first steps. I was on the couch, reading, while she played with books on the bottom shelf of the bookcase. From the corner of my eye, I saw a swift movement, and held my breath while watching her get a hold Continue Reading
I KNOW You Are Sovereign, BUT…
I knew better than to speak. Anyone could see by the expression on my face that I wasn’t ok. My people always know when a cloud descends upon my spirit. It simply wasn’t a good day. The day turned into a week of gloom. I had a hard time opening my Bible, and, when I did, the words sounded like a mantra, rather than true comfort. Silence is a refuge when sadness permeates my days. I’m not one to voice disappointments regarding my circumstances. But my heart was complaining. Pitching a Continue Reading
