Isn’t it awesome how the same scripture can speak so many things at different times of our lives? “This is my commandment: Love each other in the same way I have loved you. There is no greater love than to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.” John 15:12-13 NLT I always thought laying down … Continue reading Greater Love Hath No Man
Mom Life is Hard
Sometimes being a mom is hard, like when you get sick, or when you’re sad, or when you just want to get in your car and take a break. Breaks become planned, tears are squeezed into 3 minute potty breaks, and let’s face it... mom’s can’t call in sick. But the day will come soon … Continue reading Mom Life is Hard
Just Breathe
“Slow Down & Breathe.” This has been my mantra for the last few weeks. “Breathe. Just breathe, Mary.” So many times in life, words aren’t enough. Prayers seem lost. Encouragement just empty words meant for someone else. And knowing the truth between the lie in our mind is helpful, though it doesn’t take away the … Continue reading Just Breathe
Beyond Broken
Have you ever wondered if anyone sees you? If anyone really cares? The truth is, we ALL have broken pieces that we are ashamed of. Pieces that we hide for fear of rejection or alienation. In my latest YouTube video, I share my thoughts on what I learned and experienced this weekend at the She … Continue reading Beyond Broken
Girl Power
Do you want to change the world? Encourage the women around you. Speak life into their broken places and help them dress their wounds. Carry them when they have no strength left to walk. And when they show you their dry, lifeless bones, BREATHE 🌬 Holy Spirit life in them. Do you want to change … Continue reading Girl Power
Relentless Bravery
Sometimes God calls us to relentless bravery. The kind of bravery that involves running full steam ahead towards your greatest adversary. He puts a crown on our heads and a robe around our shoulders to remind us of who we are and where we belong, but underneath we have the responsibility to put on our … Continue reading Relentless Bravery
Happy “YESiversary”
4 years ago today, a few of my friends and pastors helped my delicious Russian execute an elaborate, and very public, proposal. Hundreds of my close friends and church family screamed and cheered as this terrified, courageous man professed his love for me on stage during our Wednesday night women’s #Sisterhood service at Celebration Church … Continue reading Happy “YESiversary”
The Unwritten Book
A decade ago, I would have never, EVER, imagined my life would look like this. The 8 years leading up to my wedding day I remained single, celibate, and searching for my purpose in His Kingdom. I traveled with the Women of Faith for 6 years, mentored young girls and led women’s groups, published a … Continue reading The Unwritten Book
Position Yourself
If you are struggling... SURRENDER, TRUST & POSITION YOURSELF to hear from your Heavenly Poppa Last night, I was on my face for 2 hours. Breathing. Resting. Healing. Releasing. TWO. FULL. HOURS. It’s almost time for me to share my story.... “They conquered him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of … Continue reading Position Yourself
What’s In A Name?
Ethan Alexander: Firm, Strong, Defender of Men. This is what we speak over our baby boy every night before bed. You can almost see it in him, even at 1 year old. A name is a powerful thing. It is the very first prophecy spoken over your child! It is no coincidence that I conceived 2 … Continue reading What’s In A Name?
Dear Miss Mary 