New Teaching: Discovering the Power of the Holy Spirit I believe one of the greatest misunderstandings about the Christian life centers around the Holy Spirit. Some think of the Spirit as a mere force or power, while others are nervous to talk about the one whom Jesus called our “Friend” and “Helper.” The truth is...Read More
Standing Against the Spirit of Rejection The waves of accusations crashing against my mind began something like this: “No one loves you.” “You don’t have even one true friend who cares about you.” “You are unwanted; you always have been, and you always will be.” “The world would be better off if you were dead.”...Read More
Overcoming the Spirit of Perfectionism in New Year’s Goal Setting My stress level began steaming up like a pressure cooker as soon as we finished unwrapping our Christmas presents. My living room floor was still littered with discarded wrapping paper as my thoughts quickly turned from gifts and stockings to the fact that 2019 was...Read More
It’s a Wonderful Lifeis one of the most iconic Christmas movies and without a doubt, my absolute favorite. There’s a reason this film has held its own for over 75 years. For anyone who’s ever struggled with depression, disillusionment, rejection, failure, or hopelessness… this movie is sheer medicine for the soul. The film stars the actor...Read More
A Tribute to my Pastor, Dr. James DeLoach Yesterday, a man precious to my heart entered heaven. Although I pause as I write those words, “entered heaven,” because they just don’t seem fitting. I stumble over this idea because my friend, pastor, and spiritual grandfather, Jim DeLoach lived each day as if he were already...Read More
Y’all, we are just two weeks’ shy of Thanksgiving, and I’m having to stop myself from decorating my house for Christmas. The urge to drink cocoa, wear flannel PJs, and watch Hallmark movies around the clock is such a real thing. As much as I love all things Thanksgiving, I am itching to get things...Read More
The History of This Redeemed Life I founded This Redeemed Life in 2007 (formerly called Redeemed Girl Ministries) with one passion burning in my heart. I longed for women across the globe to know Jesus is better! I wanted women to experience the same grace that had rocked my world and set me free. Like...Read More
Knowing The Lord God as Your Deliverer in Times of Trouble I’ll never forget the day I gave birth to my daughter. For one thing, it was election day. I went to perform my civic duty, and while casting my ballot, my OBGYN called and said she wanted to induce my labor. Although my due...Read More
In a culture where microwaves are considered slow, movies are on demand, and a five-minute wait at a fast food restaurant requires a tremendous amount of patience, we tend to expect immediate gratification at every turn. Our world lives in the “now.” For most of us, putting off desires until the future goes against every...Read More
Five Principles for Dating Wisely I’ve been told more than once or twice that I’m a truth speaker. Girls, consider yourself warned. This Public Service Announcementgoes out to all my single ladies! So whether you are dating, engaged, or been chilling in a dating desert for the past decade or so… this post is for...Read More
