“Dear friend, do not imitate what is evil but what is good” (3 John 11). “Give.” That was my word from God for 2014 so I did. For the first time in my life, I became a servant to other ministries, rather than a leader, and I have to confess, it was not natural for…
Jacqueline Hooks is our guest blogger today. This is what she says about herself and her ministry: “I am an everyday ordinary gal who started following Jesus less than a decade ago, and has fallen madly in love with the Carpenter King who saved my life and my marriage. My husband and I are raising…
“I waited patently for the LORD; he turned to me and heard my cry. He lifted me out of the slimy pit, out of the mud and mire; he set my feet on a rock and gave me a firm place to stand” (Psalm 40:1-2). I was a graduate student attending the National Association of…
It was the phone call no mother ever wants to receive. “Mom, first of all, I am fine, but you need to come quick. I’ve had an accident.” My husband and I raced to the scene, not too far from our house, and the site was frightening: one fire truck, an ambulance, and my son…
Today’s Pearls of Promise guest blogger is Reverend Veronica Davidson Brown. Reverend Brown, an expert encourager, has helped many in discovering or reigniting their passion, purpose and plan in their lives. She has been engaged in ministry for over thirty-five years. She holds certifications in Grief/Bereavement, Conflict Resolution, and Group Facilitation. Pastor Brown is a fully…