Chonda Pierce Spoke Candidly and Made Us Think

As mentioned in my Mom Squad Post, there were laughter and tears shared between Chonda and the audience during her performance.
(themomsquad@955thefish.com, May 23) It touched my heart to hear her speak of the dynamic of a parent and child, when a parent never feels your accomplishments are enough, but you love them anyway. Thank you Jesus for helping us to know in YOU, we are more than enough for it is not about our accoplishments, but our hearts. How sometimes, we as Christians can be so judgmental rather than empathetic when addressing issues like depression. Some feel those suffering with depression don't need medication but need to pray more. Her answer to that was, "Take off your glasses and let's see you drive home." Funny, but thought provoking. She discussed why some of us as Christians find it necessary to show hatred toward those living a different lifestyle instead of showing them the love of Christ in speaking of meeting comedian, Wanda Sykes. The judgment should come from God...Christ asks us NOT to judge. Why can't we as Christians be more loving and understanding? She spoke of how depression can frighten our loved ones at times and cause division. Satan loves to cause division. We must be mindful of his traps. The pain of mental and psychological disorders can create long suffering. She spoke of the opportunity God gave her, "just a little girl on the second pew", to explain John 3:16 to her Jewish manager that saw the numbers on a calandar in a Christian book store and thought it referred to a Christian holiday of sorts. How beautiful it is that God can and will use each one of us, if we let Him, to plant a seed so those that don't know the wonderful saving power of the blood shed on Calvary, can come to know Jesus Christ, so they too can be saved. God has given Chonda Pierce many talents (what a BEAUTIFUL singing voice) but what's even more amazing is her loving and appreciative heart for our Lord and for people...all people. It was such a pleasure to spend time with her. Bless you Chonda! Thanks for giving it to us straight.

Thank You Lord 4 Keeping Teens Safe During Prom Season

It was so lovely...I mean SUCH a HUGE BLESSING to see my son all dressed up and confidently ready to mix, mingle and have a great time this past weekend. God provided all of the finances and some major deals to help us get what Micah needed and at the same time at bargain prices. We are just bursting with happiness to see Micah grow to be a man of integrity. But I felt compelled to pray for a hedge of protection around every single teen/young adult out on the roads during this prom season. Thank you Lord. Commencement next, summer job hopefully and off to college. Though I have prayed everyday with and for this young man, I can't stop now. I had to thank my nephew Rocky and his wife Jennifer for moving all the way across town to buy a home in our neighborhood just so Micah would have their son Ryan to go to high school with. That was so thoughtful and it has been wonderful for all of us to see them grow together... pray together...play together...and now move into adulthood never forgetting these precious moments. My new daughter, Dominique, has prom coming up, commencement and college too. We pray daily for her as well.

I am going to miss my constant companion that has helped me for 7 years to care for my Mom but I wish Micah all the best. My children know my motto, "Grow, Go, & Grow Some More". Even before I had children I prayed for 3...2 girls & a boy (probably because that is what my Mom had) that would live for Christ and be positive, productive members of society. God has blessed me and I am truly thankful.

A Lovely Time with My Sisters @ Unity Free Will Baptist Church

What a pleasure it was for my daughters (Shae-right, Beranda-left) and me to attend the Mother-Daughter Banquet at the Unity Free Will Baptist Church in Middleburg Hts. this past Saturday. Pastor and Sandra Crouch are such lovely people...truly on fire for Christ.

Every detail was attended to in sea of lavender with beautiful floating candles. I am so greatful to Sandy for inviting me and for all her hard work. And the food...OH THE FOOD!!! Wow, those ladies can cook. I'm hoping to obtain a few recipes for The Mom Squad Blog.

What a blessing it was for me to have the opportunity to uplift the precious Name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, with these beautiful sisters. My new sister, Delma (shown below) and I found we had quite a few similarities and God had truly brought us through. By the way, the MC, June, was magnificent and the music was lovely too. Hope to see them all again soon. If you live in the Middleburg area and are looking for a Bible teaching, Bible preaching church in a loving environment, I highly recommend Unity!

NICOLE C. MULEN WAS AWESOME!!!

Me, Nicole & Brooke - The Mom Squad's first dinner in honor of Mother's Day!
Lord, I just wanted to take a moment to thank YOU once again for the ministry that you have instilled in Nicole C. Mullen. What a blessing she is and how wonderful YOU are to give the ladies of The Fish such wonderful events to be uplifted and rejuvenated. We truly adore you Lord and as each one of us begins to truly realize our purpose in this world, as it relates to being in relationship with YOU and the building of YOUR kingdom, let us never forget that if YOU want us to do it, it is YOU that not only sees us through it but actually gives us the ability to do whatever YOU would have us do....be it speaking, singing, interceding in prayer, caring for others, teaching children about YOU...WHATEVER. May each and every one of us accept these loving assignments with joy and without fear, in the Precious Name of Jesus. Amen. Bless you Nicole and your family. Thanks again for coming to Greater Cleveland. It was so nice to meet Elaine and Jean too.