The Unlikely Messenger: A Slice of Life with Debra Brown A distress call shattered the calm of a work meeting with my daughter, Meredith, and our business partner, Jessica. A neighbor’s threat to harm a stray cat on her porch prompted Jessica’s mom to call and plead for help. The words, “stomp a cat to death,” hung in the air. I knew we had to act. Before I could think twice, I blurted out, “We’ll take him.” As the words…
God’s protection is a recurring biblical theme that applies to our lives. His presence should bring comfort, reminding us that God is ever-present, guarding, guiding, and watching over our lives. In today’s hectic world, it is easy to feel overwhelmed. We encounter challenges and uncertainties at every turn. In times like these, finding comfort and reassurance is crucial, and there is no better source of solace than the unwavering protection of God. The Lord watches over you – the Lord…
The Unlikely Messenger: A Slice of Life with Debra Brown I’d arrived late for my walk after a Savannah doctor appointment. The summer sun still had hours before sinking in the sky. But arriving so late, with no one else around, unsettled me. I texted my friend Joyce, “I’m at Bryant Commons.” She’d started the safety habit by teasing, “If there’s a crime, we’ll know where to start.” She’d let me know if she’d arrived at a realtor listing alone.…
This weekend, our nation celebrates its 250th birthday. Two and a half centuries is a long time for any country, so it’s good to pause and give thanks. We’re grateful for our freedoms, for those who have served and sacrificed to protect them, and for the generations who have prayed for this land. People prayed for America long before we were here, and their prayers still make a difference today. If we’re honest, and I believe God wants us to…
In a world filled with ever-changing norms and values, the teachings of Jesus, captured beautifully in His parables, provide a consistent compass for navigating life. These simple yet profound lessons contain wisdom applicable to the diverse challenges we face today. As followers of Christ, intentionally aligning our lives with these lessons can produce wise benefits compared to the mindset of our increasingly secular world. The Parable of the Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37): Compassion Over Indifference The parable of the Good…
Make allowance for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others” – Colossians 3:13. Let’s be honest. We all have our own quirks and complicated, sometimes broken, humanity. With 8.1 billion people on this planet, each carrying their own wounds and stories, crossing paths every day, it’s no wonder that things often get messy. That’s always been true. People hurt each other. That’s not being cynical; it’s just reality.…
