Mississippi Annual Conference Report
I was blessed to serve as the presiding officer for the Mississippi Conference for their Annual Conference session. It was a privilege to bring the message Friday evening to a...
Why Don’t We See More Women in Our Pulpits?
When I was a young woman, I had an unsettling experience after being invited to another church to sing. Before my solo, I began sharing thoughts about the song. Suddenly,...
How Do You Respond When God Says ‘No’?
Life is difficult! Those words appear at the beginning of the book, The Road Less Traveled, by M. Scott Peck. By nature, I am an optimist. It’s easy for me...
Understanding God’s Justice and the New Testament
Justice is a primary theme in the New Testament from Matthew to Revelation. In the earliest stage of His ministry, Jesus announced that His mission was going to be directed...
Finding Justice in the Dark Nights
I remember the first time I heard someone mention the term, “the dark night of the soul,” something resonated in my Spirit. I believe everyone has experienced their own dark...
April 2019 Encourage Magazine
The April 2019 issue of Encourage magazine is ready to read and download! Its purpose is to encourage all ministers, church members, and lay leaders whether in local congregations or other...