Periodically, I’ll receive an email from a pastor’s wife that echoes not only my own experiences but those of others who’ve crossed my path during my years in ministry. This letter is not uncommon for a wife to write, but there are added layers to the pain when it is voiced from a pastor’s wife. Read More
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What if … Things got better, just by how you perceive them?
Truth refers to what is by fact or reality, while perception is how something is understood or interpreted. Truth is objective and based on facts, while perception is subjective and influenced by personal experiences, biases, and interpretations. To tell the difference between truth and personal interpretations, consider the meanings and stories that get attached to Read More
Differences Between a Student and a Con-Artist
Know the difference between a teachable growth-mindset person versus someone who is seeking validation without investment. Being flattered and praised for your intelligence, charisma, or wisdom can be quite enjoyable – until it is revealed as manipulation. Whether you have studied for years, or the years have studied you, there are opportunities to share what Read More
Beliefs; The Power of Personal Responsibility in a Flawed World
Navigating the complexities of human interactions requires embracing personal responsibility in a flawed world. Explore the power of choice, self-awareness, and accountability as we delve into the importance of discernment and action in safeguarding our values and boundaries. BEWARE OF A PERCEPTION OF SAFETY AND TRUTH FOUND IN UNPROVEN SURROUNDINGS In the sanctuary of a Read More
They will Know You by Your Love … or Lack of It
I’m not as young as I used to be. In all my years, I have never witnessed such animosity towards the ‘church’, often confused with the Body of Christ, also known as ‘Christians’. My journey as a Senior Pastor’s wife began by stepping into the role alongside my Senior Pastor husband of a congregation that Read More
How to Respond to Offense
Have you ever begun a conversation with somebody that didn’t exactly go the way you had imagined it? Maybe you were trying to express a complex thought, but the other person misunderstood what you were saying. Or perhaps you were trying to make a point, but the other person got defensive and started arguing. If Read More
What Ignited the Sarah’s Tent Journey?
Just as the Internet was beginning to bud in 1996, our church family shattered in unbelievable chaos. Entering the AOL Chat rooms I sought out pastors who could explain to me the devastation in our church as well as the confusing behaviors of our beloved members. Every pastor I contacted, logged off from the conversation Read More
Embracing the Power of Love: Discovering Your True Worth and Purpose
The essence of service lies in genuine connection and compassion without our egos thrown into the mix. In today’s world where people seek the approval of others that will ‘validate’ their ideas or existence, we get lost from authentic selves. It’s as though truly being “me” isn’t good enough unless it has the approval and Read More
Recognizing Gaslighting Statements and Manipulative Phrases
In this blog post, I’m going to introduce the discussion of the harmful effects of gaslighting in religious contexts, sharing personal experiences with pat answers and assumptions made by church leaders and fellow believers. Gaslighting can manifest in various forms, including unspoken criticisms, judgments, and manipulations, leading to a distorted understanding of God and one’s Read More
Sharing My Story: From Ministry to Recovery
My journey of discovery in resilience, grace, and the transformative nature in navigating life’s complexities, disillusionment, betrayal, and lies. First of all, let me be clear. I have not arrived. I’ve learned through much pain, sorrow, and disillusionment that this is the journey of my life. I distinctly remember laying in a hospital bed at Read More
Singing Praises for AI, and It’s Not What You Think
Perplexing conversations are happening throughout all social media outlets colored by a strong sense of distrust and confusion. Among the topics of politics, health care, social justice, and war is the intertwining topic of AI. It is a conversation about deep fakes, false information, hackers, and world domination fed by stories, photos, and videos produced Read More
A Moment in Time
ORIGINAL POST: 7 years ago (13 Feb @ 17:59) All I wanted to do was to freshen up the look of this post by adding a featured image. The clock and the sands of time were appropriate. The events in this post actually occurred 18 years ago. My son passed away in 2020 at the age Read More