by Carolyn Pereira | Dec 21, 2023 | Uncategorized
Whoever loves his life loses it, and whoever hates his life in this world will preserve it for eternal life. – John 12:25 Hate. It’s a strong word. I’m sure you’ve heard the watered down interpretation of this passage, they all say, “It...
by Carolyn Pereira | Oct 3, 2023 | Calling, Endurance, Grace and Strength
No one ever told me this would be easy, but I never knew that it could be this hard” – “Brave” Moriah Peters . Truer words were never spoken of marriage. First, let me give a tiny disclaimer: I am married and I would do it all over again an...
by Carolyn Pereira | Sep 9, 2022 | Relationship with God
Oh, My God, I love Thee! (the undeniable cry of my heart as long as I have charismatic gifts, my prayers are answered, and the music at Church was moving). Oh yes, the feeling is incredible, the Jesus-high! Higher than any other earthly high. Tears come easy over...
by Carolyn Pereira | Jul 6, 2022 | Identity, Prioritizing your life, Relationship with God
Are you wrong about your calling? You think your calling is to do something, to be someone great (even if it is only great to one person). To change the world, or at least your corner of it. You think your calling is to a particular state in life, or to a particular...
by Carolyn Pereira | Jun 29, 2022 | Christian Goal Setting, Prioritizing your life, Relationship with God
I saw a meme on IG just the other day that said, “God isn’t looking for slaves, He’s looking for lovers” and I instantly “hearted” it. What a beautiful, and true, reflection! However, as I reflected, I realized that there is so much...