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How do you know when it’s time to unplug? What do you do to make it happen?

1. Lack of Peace.
“Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts…” – Colossians 3:15
When peace is absent and replaced by unrest or confusion, it may be God’s signal that a shift is needed.

2. Spiritual Stagnation or Decline. “Every branch in Me that does not bear fruit, He takes away…” – John 15:2
If something consistently takes you away from time with God, it may be pruning time.

3. Conviction from the Holy Spirit. “When He, the Spirit of truth, comes, He will guide you into all the truth…” – John 16:13
The Holy Spirit gently convicts, not to shame, but to realign your steps with God’s will.

4. Repeated Red Flags. “Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.” – Proverbs 4:23 Don’t ignore warning signs that keep resurfacing. God is protecting your heart.

5. God Has Already Spoken.
“My sheep hear My voice, and I know them, and they follow Me.” – John 10:27
When peace follows obedience, trust the voice that calls you higher.

Steps to Unplug (with Love and Wisdom):

1. Pray First
Seek divine guidance. Ask God to show you if it’s time to let go and how to do so gracefully.

2. Set Boundaries with Clarity. “Let what you say be simply ‘Yes’ or ‘No’…” – Matthew 5:37 Boundaries protect your obedience to God without requiring harsh explanations.

3. Release in the Spirit. “Be kind to one another… forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.” Ephesians 4:31–32
Forgiveness and release break spiritual entanglements and open space for healing.

4. Stay Rooted in the Word.
Replace what you unplug from with intentional time in God’s presence and truth.

5. Speak the Truth in Love
“Speaking the truth in love, we are to grow up in every way…” – Ephesians 4:15
Let your words be seasoned with grace and directed by the Spirit.

Walking in Love While Letting Go: Love does not mean enabling. True love sometimes steps away for the greater healing of all involved.

Love may look like silence.
“But Jesus often withdrew to lonely places and prayed.” – Luke 5:16
Withdrawing to hear from God is an act of love, for yourself and others.

Bless as you go.
You may not be someone’s answer, but you can entrust them to the One who is.

Father, thank You for Your wisdom and patience. Help me to let go of what is no longer aligned with Your will for me. Give me discernment to recognize distractions, courage to make Spirit-led decisions, and grace to walk in love through it all. Let everything I do be done in obedience and covered in peace. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Do you practice religion?

“I don’t just practice a religion, I live in a relationship with Jesus Christ. My faith isn’t about rituals or rules, but about daily surrender, love, and obedience to God. He’s the reason I’m still standing, and everything I do flows from that relationship.”

What are you good at?

I am no stranger to broken roads, but grace has lit each step I’ve known.

Not for applause, nor to be seen, but to reflect what Christ redeems.

I’ve held the weight of others’ pain,
Whispered prayers in Jesus’ name.

I’ve learned to listen, not just speak, to serve in strength and still be meek.

My hands are His, my voice His tool, each moment shaped in heaven’s school.

Not perfect, no, but made to be, a vessel of His love, set free.

So if you see a light in me,
It’s not my own, it’s Him you see.

For every good that flows from this, Is simply grace, I’m only His.

How do you feel about cold weather?

“As long as the earth endures, seedtime and harvest, cold and heat, summer and winter… will never cease.” Genesis 8:22

Someone recently asked me how I feel about cold weather. My honest answer? I don’t like it. Not one bit. There’s something about the chill in the air that makes me want to retreat, to wrap up in layers and wait until warmth returns. But as I sat with that question longer, I realized something deeper: cold seasons in life have a spiritual purpose, even if they’re uncomfortable.

Cold weather reminds me of those seasons in my journey where everything felt stripped, emotionally, spiritually, even relationally. Just like winter trees lose their leaves, I’ve gone through times where I felt bare… exposed… vulnerable. But I’ve also learned this truth: the winter season is not God’s absence, it’s His invitation.

In the cold, I’ve discovered stillness. With distractions reduced, I hear Him more clearly. In the chill, I’ve leaned into His warmth. When people pulled away or situations grew silent, God’s nearness became more precious. Though I dislike cold weather, it has mirrored the seasons where my roots grew deepest in Him.

And maybe that’s the gift of cold: not comfort, but closeness. Not activity, but abiding. Not visibility, but vision, formed in the quiet, deep places.

Prayer:
Lord, You know I don’t care for the cold, outwardly or inwardly. But thank You for using even the chill of winter seasons to draw me closer. Teach me to embrace the stillness, to lean into Your warmth, and to trust that even in the cold, something is growing. Prepare me in the quiet, prune me in the bare places, and root me more deeply in You. In Jesus name!

Now, think of a time when life felt cold, lonely, quiet, or uncomfortable. How did God meet you in that season? Write a few lines of thanks for the growth you couldn’t see then, but recognize now.

I don’t carry the title of “Founder” of Lazarus Restoration Ministries, but I’ve had the honor of serving alongside it for over 20 years, planting seeds of compassion, helping build structure, and pouring into people with a heart to see lives restored. Through this and other experiences, I’ve come to understand that leadership isn’t always about titles. It’s about presence, obedience, and faithfulness.

I’ve often questioned whether I was more of a follower than a leader, especially in seasons where I felt hidden, afraid, or inadequate. But looking back, I see how God has been shaping me all along. He’s called me to rise, not just to follow others, but to follow Him boldly, and in doing so, lead others into freedom, healing, and truth.

I lead by example. I lead through service. I lead when I teach, when I write, when I intercede, and when I show up for one soul at a time. I may not always be in front, but I carry the mantle of a leader, because I carry the heart of Christ.

Leadership for me is not about position; it’s about posture. And my posture is surrendered.

What does freedom mean to you?

Freedom is the unshackled ability to live in truth, unhindered by fear, guilt, or the opinions of others. It is the power to choose what is right over what is easy, to walk in purpose without apology, and to love and serve from a place of wholeness.

For me, true freedom is knowing Jesus with all my heart and living a life according to His standard. It’s not just an external liberty, but an inward release from everything that binds, shame, lies, sin, and fear. In Christ, my identity is secure, my path is clear, and my heart is at rest.

Freedom flows from obedience, not restriction. When I live surrendered to Him, I’m not confined, I’m set free. His love becomes my foundation, His truth my compass, and His Spirit my strength. That’s the kind of freedom that changes lives, starting with mine.

What do you do to be involved in the community?

For over 20 years, I’ve had the honor of serving in my community through Lazarus Restoration Ministries, Inc., a nonprofit outreach dedicated to helping those often overlooked, our homeless and indigent neighbors. With no salary, just a heart full of compassion, I’ve continued to volunteer my time, energy, and love to provide food, clothing, resources and guidance to those looking to rebuild their lives.

This isn’t just what I do, it’s who I am. I believe that when we show up for others in their hardest moments, we reflect the very heart of God. My deepest joy comes from seeing someone rise from hopelessness to healing, from wandering to walking in purpose again.

If you feel a tug on your heart and want to sow into this mission of restoration, would you consider giving? No amount is too small when it’s given in love. You can support directly through Cash App at  $LRMinc or http://www.lazarusrmi.org.

Your gift helps us keep the mission going, and maybe, just maybe, it will help someone believe in love again.💕🙏🏿

What is your favorite holiday? Why is it your favorite?

Christmas is my favorite holiday, not just because of the lights and music, but because it celebrates the heart of my faith. It marks the miraculous birth of our King, born of the Virgin Mary, to become the Savior of the world. In my culture, this is a sacred time, and you can feel something shift in the atmosphere. Hearts grow softer, kindness becomes contagious, and even strangers extend love with open hands. It’s a season where giving comes naturally, spirits are lifted, and joy fills the air.
What makes it even more special is how families come together, sharing meals, laughter, memories, and love that seems to shine brighter during this time. It’s a glimpse of Heaven on Earth, a reflection of God’s heart.

And though the season eventually ends, its spirit lingers. The world clings to its warmth, replaying Hallmark movies and holiday songs all year long, because deep down, we all know that it’s the Spirit of Jesus that brings true life, unity, and joy that never fades.

No I have not, and have no desire to.☺️😁