Posts with the category “mid-week-devotional”

HopeBy Rev. Kay DubuissonIn the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God. He was with God in the beginning. Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. ...  Read More

Families across the United States look forward to the Thanksgiving holiday, where they can celebrate with family and friends as they feast on all the fancy dishes. However, it is so easy during the ho...  Read More

Whenever I travel by air, I always prefer to book a window seat, as I enjoy observing the world from above. During my flight to Georgia yesterday, as the plane soared at an altitude of 35,000 feet ear...  Read More

Every time I purchase my favorite organic wheat crackers (plant-based), whether from Whole Foods, ShopRite, or Amazon, and open the box, there are always broken pieces at the bottom. Sometimes, the wh...  Read More

"Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked ...  Read More

Several weeks ago, Donald and I were driving to Home Depot when I saw a church had a sign posted outside saying “ATM Inside.” My first reaction was why they would advertise that they have an ATM machi...  Read More

Last year, I had the incredible opportunity to visit Israel, a journey filled with rich history, vibrant culture, and unforgettable experiences. My trip began in Tel Aviv, where I explored the modern ...  Read More

"Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that y...  Read More

I love this season because of the refreshing and invigorating temperatures. The beauty of God's creation is on full display as we move from Summer to Fall and Winter. We live in a stunning part of the...  Read More

Squirrels are amazing animals. They prepare for winter every year by hiding acorns during the summer months. Then, when winter arrives, they retrieve the hidden acorns. Survival mode – how do they kno...  Read More

Psalm 139 is very dear to my heart, as it is the one God used to break through my stubborn resistance to God's call for me to serve in ministry. I had many excuses, and each one convinced me that I wa...  Read More

As I contemplate this month’s sermon series, “Rising Strong,” and couldn’t help but think about all of the group exercises I attended. Usually, as you approach the final few minutes of the forty-minut...  Read More

A friend has been battling heart problems for several years. Her journey has seen periods of good health followed by times of immense struggle. Recently, her health issues took a turn for the worse, a...  Read More

We have many seasons that we observe as we go through this life, and the most obvious ones are of course the seasons of Spring, Summer, Winter, and Fall. There are certain characteristics that can def...  Read More

Where is God in our suffering? Has He forgotten about us? How will we ever get through this? Sometimes when we are going through situations, we feel like we are the only ones going through it.  We fee...  Read More

Have you ever responded with “It is good to be seen” when someone said, “it’s good to see you”? This response means we’re happy to be alive. But it can sometimes make others wonder if we’re glad to se...  Read More

Any person who knows me well, knows that I am an early riser. I like to wake up early, have my cup of tea and meditate on God’s word before leaving for work.Individuals have asked, how can I be so che...  Read More

Fill With AweActs 2: 43Written by Rev. Kay DubuissonTwo weeks ago, I had a life-changing experience at the Proctor Institute in Clinton, Tennessee. Over 450 faith leaders and activists gathered at CDF...  Read More

Most of us have felt like we have been backed into a corner at one time or another. We wake up one morning to a multitude of unplanned events: weather disasters, illness, loss of a loved one, loss of ...  Read More

The Dictionary defines Pruning as “trim (a tree, shrub, or bush) by cutting away dead or overgrown branches or stems, especially to increase fruitfulness and growth.”The current economic recession has...  Read More

True Freedom: Reflecting on Independence Day and the Liberating Truth of JesusJohn 8: 31-36Yesterday, we celebrated Independence Day. I have come to know that it’s a special occasion for Americans, as...  Read More

We all deserve self-care because self-care is love. Therefore, in addition to going to the gym at least three times a week; I also treat myself to a mini spa day at the LN Nail Salon in West Orange. ...  Read More

On Juneteenth, we reflect on what it means to have grit and its connection to struggles and triumphs throughout history. Grit requires not only the perseverance and passion to achieve long-term goals ...  Read More

During the summer months, many couples choose to get married. The beautiful sunshine, flowers blooming, and the ambiance is serene. Also, individuals who have been married a long time, even some as...  Read More