Author Archives: claresa
Bloom Where Planted
Bloom where you are planted. – Dabo Swinney I heard those words back in November as I watched a news story about ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease. The Clemson University football coach said his mother used to tell … Continue reading
Filed under Health & Fitness, Life & Faith
Everyone, Overcome
We will overcome by the blood of the Lamb and the word of our testimony. Everyone overcome (From “Overcome” by Jeremy Camp) Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know … Continue reading
Filed under Life & Faith, Sunday Song
Real Connections
For weeks, I walked into choir rehearsal and Sunday services at church, not knowing much about the people I spent hours sitting next to, and realizing they didn’t know much about the real me. I craved those opportunities to really … Continue reading
Filed under Life & Faith, Love & Relationships
Because Of Who You Are
Jehovah Jireh, my provider. Jehovah Nissi, Lord, You reign in victory. Jehovah Shalom, my Prince of Peace; and I worship You because of who You are. (From “Because of Who You Are” by Martha Munizzi) You alone are the LORD; … Continue reading
Filed under Life & Faith, Sunday Song
Comfort In Tender Moments
Over the past year, I’ve watched men around me in their most tender moments. Life slowly unraveling, becoming different from what they had planned. The things they considered most tangible removed from their grasp. My heart hurts for them. But inside … Continue reading
Filed under Life & Faith
