By the time we’d moved to the better school district, the extent of how far I’d fallen and how lost I was spiritually was evident by the chaos I was tolerating in my home and marriage. I was either going to lose my mind, or I needed help. One night while “T” was out with “She”, I finally hit bottom. I remember sprawling out on the floor of our bedroom, nose to carpet with arms extended and …. Continue reading 2018: A Year For Hope (Week 31)
This is the conclusion of a short series of posts. If you’ve been following along, we’re at step 3 now, which is my favorite part of the lessons learned! I had the opportunity to hear Lisa Bevere last summer, what a mighty woman of God! As she shared from her book Fight Like A Girl, she held up a charmed bracelet, designed to be a … Continue reading The nightmare and the warrior: step 3 – punch!
This is a continuation of a previous post, sharing of my personal deliverance from decades of recurring nightmares. Hopefully you’ve read the previous two so that you have a background of understanding regarding this blog series. Me: “Pastor, I started having dreams again. I haven’t had them in years, but they’re back. I know what to do during the day when memories or anxious thoughts threaten to … Continue reading The nightmare and the warrior: step 2 – position
If you are/have been reading along in “The nightmare and the warrior” series that started here, first of all – thank you! I realize that this subject matter is not “everyone’s cup of tea”, and if you have been reading along – it is likely because you have some familiarity (by personal experience or someone you know) with the type of night terrors I am addressing. These are often … Continue reading The nightmare and the warrior: about forgiveness
This is a continuation of a previous post, sharing of my personal deliverance from decades of recurring nightmares. I am sharing out of obedience to my Deliverer, believing that my story will be an encouragement to others who may be tormented by nightmares, as well as those who may suffer from PTSD, or anyone that is plagued by panic attacks and/or paralyzing fear. But before I … Continue reading The nightmare and the warrior: step 1 – prepare
I have spoken a little about my past in other posts (under the Fear Not category). Perhaps not in great detail, but I have not kept silent out of shame. I know full well that my past does not define me, neither shall I allow it dictate the course of my life – present nor future. This non-negotiable fact is born out of the revelation of my true identity, and I bless God for … Continue reading The nightmare and the warrior
Putting Hope To Work 