Standing Up for Yourself

Outspoken

Outspoken I've been called outspoken,headstrong, a rebel.But if I am these things,it is for Your sake.You gave me a discerning mindto examine the world with.You gave me a voice,and a destiny.I will not squander these things.I will shout,and pray that it is Your voicethat will be heard.

Also labeled: Prayer, Inspirational Prayer, Spirituality Prayer, Express Yourself, Inspirational Quote, Lori Strawn, Direction

Understanding 101

Understanding 101 Lost amongst my acres of knowledgeand mounds of booksI'm a mere academic,Trying to make sense of life and love. I own a mellifluous mountainof meandering meaningless wordsand I mouth them when the moment arises. I cannot tell the difference betweenpatois, idiolect, jargon, dialect,idiom, argot,...

Also labeled: Tanja Cilia, Inspirational Prayer, Prayer, Confidence, Express Yourself, Understanding

Breaking it Down

Breaking it Down Funny thing is:I know more than the "experts."Amazing thing is:I've got miracles happening as we speak.Odd thing is:faith is my version of oxygen.You could say imaginary thingshold the world togetherand separate it at the same time,like the equator or the lines on the highway.Call my beliefs...

Also labeled: Spirituality Prayer, Prayer for Spirituality, Prayer, Spiritual Connection, Ruth Williams

Revolution

We rejoice with our brothers and sisters in Egypt. Let’s continue to keep all those who are oppressed and threatened everywhere, in our prayers and in our hearts. Revolution Wedding bells. Plans. Happiness.RevolutionThank You for prayers answered,and lives changed;as a nation celebrates freedom today.Thank You for guiding bold new leaders

Also labeled: Prayer for World Peace, Motivation, Prayer for Helping Others, Women Empowerment, Freedom, Politics, World Leaders, Patriotism, Islam, Answered Prayers, Optimism, World Issues

Big Mouth

Big Mouth Silence is not goldenwhen it must be broken;when it ought not to exist.To deny praise to a child,for fear of spoiling him.To withhold best wishes from someone,of whom you are jealous.To keep back from contradicting,those others spreading malicious lies.To decline to give advice,for fear of being drawn into the maelstrom.To...

Also labeled: Women Empowerment, Tanja Cilia, Request Prayer, Prayer, Self Esteem

The Other F-Word

The Other F-Word: Examining Feminism as it Applies Today Guess what? You're probably a feminist. If I'm right (and I like to think I usually am- occupational hazard), the majority of women reading that are cringing at this shocking allegation. I get it.

Also labeled: Women Empowerment, Labeling, Faithful Feminist, Feature, Feminism

Sacred Agent

Sacred Agent I ask that you make me Yours—not only your child,Your wayward lamb—but also Your instrument,Your agent of change.Teach me to surrender not to the darkness,but to the light of possibilityas Your strength sustains me,and Your wisdom guides me. For once, I...

Also labeled: Request Prayer, Prayer, Prayer for World Peace, Abigail Wurdeman, Confidence, Express Yourself, Speak Out, Self Esteem