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Gloria Shell Mitchell, a divorce researcher and author of The Garbage Man's Daughter book series, shares experiential knowledge of the impact of divorce on children and adults.

Worthy Goals

A body that’s lean Money that’s green Surroundings that are serene A house that’s pristine A flexible schedule, not routine Protection from the unforeseen A loving companion who’s not mean A person to answer the phone, not a machine Genuineness … Continue reading

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Love Letters From My Heart

My sister-in-law Regina told her neighbor Bertha Nell that I wrote letters everyday to my husband Vincent who was stationed in Vietnam. Bertha Nell’s boyfriend was in the Marine Corps at Parris Island, South Carolina. She asked if I would agree … Continue reading

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Farewell President Obama

Here is President Obama’s farewell message received January 19, 2017: My fellow Americans, It’s a long-standing tradition for the sitting president of the United States to leave a parting letter in the Oval Office for the American elected to take … Continue reading

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Age 39 Revelation

While reading the story of King Josiah in 2 Kings 22 and 23, I had a fresh revelation about the death of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The Bible states that King Josiah reigned over Judah at Jerusalem from age … Continue reading

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How to Make Wise Decisions

Tosha Freeman discusses her desire to integrate music, dance, teaching, writing, and ministry. Following thirteen years in a quandary about her career, she emerged confident and determined to accomplish her goal. This young  entertainer now models biblical decision-making as she … Continue reading

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My Student’s Response to A Dare

One day at school some of my students ran to tell me that a young man in my eighth grade science class had stuck his head in a public restroom toilet bowl and drank water. “No way!” I said. “That’s … Continue reading

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“YES” Men Are Dangerous

This morning I was reminded that God wants our obedience with the right attitude regardless of the way things may appear. In 2 Kings 5, Naaman, commander of an army (a VIP), went to Elisha the prophet expecting a healing … Continue reading

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I Thank God for You

Right now I’m in awe at the goodness of God and how each one of us has a unique purpose for being alive at this appointed time. God sent his son Jesus Christ that we might have life and have … Continue reading

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Confession of an Ex-Drug Dealer

Do you know someone who is struggling with a drug habit? Let this testimony of an ex-drug dealer and user bless you. We welcome your comments.

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Brain Injury Awareness

Sheryl Hensel, America’s Brain Injury Awareness Advocate, shares her journey to recovery from a brain injury using QEST. Would you like help for whatever ails you? EncourageMints from the word of God will help, if you believe and apply them … Continue reading

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