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Created with the professional African-American woman in mind, the scope of Sojourner’s Place evolves every day. In addition to discussions on working while Black and the political arena, you’ll find posts on a myriad of other topics of interest t
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sunday inspirations...when the master steps in
Not long ago, I heard a story about a five–year–old boy who loved the piano. Any time he got the chance, he would sit down and fiddle around on the keys. He never had lessons or formal training because he was told that he was too small or too you...
sunday inspirations...explaining God
sunday inspirations...one mother's mother's day thoughts
Why don't they talk to me and share their inner-most secrets? They use to when they were younger? Now that they are older, they have their own lives to which I often attempt to pry in order to be a part. Seems, though, that no matter how much prying ...
sunday inspirations...thought diversity
We don't all think alike. We don't all view the world in the same manner. We don't all like the same things. Is that wrong? I, of course, think not. It is that diversity of thought - that diversity of who we are that gives us the foundation to become...
sunday inspirations...the call and response
I remember how happy and excited I would be when I'd get a chance to spend a Saturday night at my cousins' house because that meant I'd be going to church with them on Sunday morning. I couldn't wait and wanted to make sure that we got there early be...
sunday inspirations...no ways tired
Lately, I haven't had much time to sojourn the blogosphere on a daily basis. So, Saturday evenings are typically set aside for catching up on news and dropping comments. Last night was no different, but with the exception of the Old School Friday pic...
sunday inspirations...take the wheel
First and foremost, Happy Easter to you all. May the Lord bless and keep you this day as we honor, revere, and worship the Risen King!Saturday I was able to get the two young-SjPs to engage in some real house-cleaning almost to my liking. Why they do...
sunday inspirations...freeing my mind
God is not through with me, yet. Yes, we're still talking - and I must admit that I'm doing a whole lot more listening and a lot less arguing. It's amazing just how quickly the fog clears when you let go and let God. So, needless to say, I'm feeling ...
sunday inspirations...praying for the gatekeeper at my lips
Yesterday, I wrote about the trials I've been going through at work. In the post, I pointed a finger toward others rather than acknowledging the fingers pointing back at myself. But, much obliged to my virtual spiritual advisor, Revy Rev, who would n...
sunday inspirations...the cost of greed
Greed is an excessive desire to acquire or possess more than what one needs or deserves, especially with respect to material wealth. Considered one of the seven deadly sins, greed is caused by a view that exaggerates the positive aspects of an object...
sunday inspirations...the watermelon hunter
Once upon a time there was a man who strayed from his own country into the world known as the Land of Fools. He soon saw a number of people flying in terror from a field where they had been trying to reap wheat. "There is a monster in that field," th...
sunday inspirations...trees that wood
Once there were three trees on a hill in the woods. They were discussing their hopes and dreams when the first tree said, "Someday I hope to be a treasure chest. I could be filled with gold, silver and precious gems. I could be decorated with intrica...
sunday inspirations...giving thanks
SjP is giving God MUCH praise and honor this morning. With the economy in the pits and more and more people losing their jobs, I am so thankful that two of my family members have just had employment breaks. My cousin begins training tomorrow for a jo...
sunday inspirations...it ain't about being religious
So many people are confused with the difference between Religion and Christianity. In this message, Pastor Jacque' explains and enlightens you about the difference of a learned process virsus living a life that is Christ like.Sunday Inspirations, is ...
sunday inspirations...praying for strength
A Prayer For Strength During Times Of Hardship Precious Father,Precious Lord Jesus,Wonderful Holy Spirit,May all the times when I am blinded by circumstances and events be times when I turn to you. Let every adversity be a time of renewing my faith i...
sunday inspirations...a black woman's smile
Good morning! And what a wonderful Sunday morning it is. Today is the day that the Lord has made and let us be glad and rejoice in it.In celebration of the rich and colorful history of African-American women, I present to you, this Sunday Inspiration...
sunday inspiration...there, but for god's grace go i
The post below this one by the same title, provides the impetus for today's Sunday Inspiration. Sometimes when we are at our darkest hour, we must believe that God will always there for us. He will make a way out of no way. He will be there...we just...
sunday inspirations...putting my attitude in check
Yesterday afternoon, I must admit that my attitude just wasn't right. So not right that I was really feeling full of the devil. Maybe you can relate to what I'm talking about when you get so annoyed that the only thing that you really want to do is p...
sunday inspirations...please carry us in your arms
I have recently learned of the "home-going" of a Soror, a child of college friends, a spouse of a former colleague. Although my heart, and certainly the hearts of everyone who knew these fine and wonderful individuals, are heavy - I've learned not to...
sunday inspirations...pray for peace
For the past eight days news reports, live coverage, and electronic and print media have overwhelmed us with the conflict occuring in the Middle East. Now, I do not purport to understand the "why" of this situation. I do not purpost to know who is "r...
sunday inspirations...what was jesus?
Many of contemplated and even argued the ethnicity of Jesus. Was he white or Black in color? Was his hair curly, straight, or on the side of kinky? Well, I ran across the following arguments, over at Philippe Paquette, that suggest that Jesus was Bla...
sunday inspirations...christmas memories
Tis the season for great joy as we celebrate the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. It is a season that we spread cheer, well wishes, and pray for world peace. Yet for some, this season can be the loneliest, saddest, and even the most painfu...
sunday inspirations...there is no santa claus?
For so many, this time of year is especially difficult. Not having enough for the basic necessities during the course of the year is only magnified when there is little of nothing to leave under the tree. For so many, "Santa Claus" never arrives. But...
sunday inspiration...a prayer at christmas
On this Inspirational Sunday, I share with you this story below. It is a story of the power of prayer and giving. In September 1960, I woke up one morning with six hungry babies and just 75 cents in my pocket. Their father was gone. The boys ranged f...
sunday inspirations...the wisdom and truth of isabella baumfree
One hundred and twenty-five years ago this week, Isabella Baumfree went "home like a shooting star" and it is fitting that I honor her life today on this Sunday Inspiration. Isabella is the inspiration behind this spot. Isabella is for whom this spot...
sunday inspirations...your cross
A young man was at the end of his rope, seeing no way out, dropped to his knees in prayer. "Lord, I can't go on," he said. "I have too heavy of a cross to bear."The Lord replied, "My son, if you can't bear its weight, just place your cross inside thi...
sunday inspirations...intimacy with God
Pastor Jacque' teaches us today God has us covered no matter what trials and tribulations we might be facing. We need only to remain close by continuing our intimacy with our Lord and Savior.Be blessed today as you receive this message.~~~~~~~~~~~~~~...
sunday inspiration...the commissioning of a new "joshua"
After wondering in the wilderness for 40 years, God told Moses: But commission Joshua and encourage and strengthen him, for he will lead this people across and he will cause them to inherit the land that you will see.And in that 40th year, the Lord s...
sunday inspirations...thy will be done
Years turn into months...months turn into weeks...weeks turn into days...and days turn into hours.If it be Thy Will, I believe we're going to can fly!Rosa sat so Martin could walk. Martin walked so Obama could run.Obama ran so our children could fly!...
