Alicia

T-ball memories.

I never played t-ball,actually. I’m pretty sure I never hit a ball off of a real tee. However, I did start off with the amazing red plastic bat and ball. Summertimes in the 1980’s were pretty darn cool. I would say it was because no one was fearful of kidnappings or strangers or crazy people,ContinueContinue reading “T-ball memories.”

Morning thoughts and reflection on racism and Jesus

Today is my first day off in a long time. I mean, really off. No preschool work, no ministry work (it’s there, but I’m taking a day off), no meetings, engagements, emergency errands to run, etc. So, on the way to taking Jenny to school in the morning, I was thinking of how utterly excitedContinueContinue reading “Morning thoughts and reflection on racism and Jesus”

Crimson Tides

Crimson Tides A Stephens The blood of the martyrs turns the oceans red, The souls of the righteous cry out. The waves rise in rage over graves of injustice, The slain of the cross REFUSE to die! Yea- Lord Jesus! Yea- Lord Jesus! You have Shaken the lives, From – The crimson tides! The heavensContinueContinue reading “Crimson Tides”

Forgiveness

Forgiveness. This year, this Advent, this Christmas, I hear the whisper of forgiveness abounding into theme. Forgiveness. Recently, my oldest and dearest best friend came into town to visit. We finally got a few hours of some deep conversation, and we began to talk about my parent’s divorce and the impact it had on myContinueContinue reading “Forgiveness”

Despite all this, I will worship

God’s worth is not diminished by our circumstances. Rob Miskowski (from the sermon, Worship Anyway) At one time, I struggled with malabsorption issues related to Celiac disease. During one period, it was so bad that I could not accomplish daily chores at home without suffering from pain and fatigue. Even in my sleep, my bones hurt, not allowingContinueContinue reading “Despite all this, I will worship”

#TBT….A “Throwback Tuesday”

Today, I was looking through old emails trying to find something specific for a friend. And, then, I found this old email entitled: “How God Changed My Life.” From seven years ago… Seven years ago, I began to get to know God and fell in love with His heart. Then, I sent this email to myContinueContinue reading “#TBT….A “Throwback Tuesday””

Quote from Charles Spurgeon

Now, beloved, when you are worshipping God, shout if you are filled with holy gladness. If the shout comes from your heart, I would not ask you to restrain it. God forbid that we should judge any man’s worship! But do not be so foolish as to suppose that because there is loud noise thereContinueContinue reading “Quote from Charles Spurgeon”

The Place of Worship is a Blessing

***A few months ago, I shared this with my worship team. I believe it is important to do more than just practice new songs or grow in our skill sets. We must set our hearts to grow in knowledge and understanding of God and His heart. Furthermore, as worship leaders, we must commit to understanding worship asContinueContinue reading “The Place of Worship is a Blessing”

Elijah. A Series of Responses: Loneliness in Ministry

This is my last in the series of responses to discouragement. It is rather lengthy, but I hope you take the time to read this final portion. 1 Kings 19:15-21 My response: Elijah struggled. Doubt, discouragement, and weariness plagued him. After all, he was human, just like we are. And we, just like Elijah, willContinueContinue reading “Elijah. A Series of Responses: Loneliness in Ministry”