 Opening: Happy Resurrection Sunday! For us, Christians, this is one of the most important days of the year. The focus is not Easter baskets, speeches, and nice clothing. No, today we remember our risen savior and take the time to reflect on His goodness and grace. As we walk through this day of remembrance, let us remind others that He is not dead! He is risen, and that victory includes everyone. Scripture: But the angel said to the women, “Do not be afraid, for I know that you seek Jesus who was crucified. He is not here, for he has risen, as he said. Come, see the place where he lay." (Matthew 28:5-6) In this often used scripture, we find Mary Magdalene (The one from whom Jesus cast out many demons) and the other Mary (Another woman disciple of Christ) at the empty tomb. They meet an angel there who says the words above. They follow the instructions of telling the male disciples that Jesus is risen from the dead. On the way, they meet the risen Christ and worship Him. Jesus assures them to not be afraid and to go tell the men that He will come and reveal Himself to them in Galilee. Devotion: When I think about this scripture, I am reminded that Christ's victory over sin and death included me. All I needed to do was receive the invitation. I also noted that the women were a key element. According to the Jewish customs of that time, the testimony of women were generally not acceptable in a court of law. Yet, God entrusted the testimony of the greatest event in history to women. In a world where the voices of women were silenced, God chose them to be the first witnesses of the resurrection. The same voices that may not have been trusted in court were entrusted with the gospel message: He is Risen. Once again, this reassures us today that Christ's victory included all. Each and every person God created. Lesson/Takeaway: No matter your background or current situation, Christ included you in His victory. All you have to do is come. Surrender your heart, worries, and struggles to Him, and He can give you victory over them. I was one who struggled with many things in the past, but Christ has set me free. He desires that same freedom for you as well. Don't allow those who walk in pride and self-righteousness to make you feel unworthy of Him. He came to set the captive free. What has you bound? The risen Lord can free you today. John 8:36 tells us, "So if the Son (Christ) sets you free, you will be free indeed." His power has not been diminished because of man's lack of faith and trust. He has all power in His hands, and victory is ours. Will you accept and allow His victory in your life? Prayer: Lord, we thank you for your victory that included each of us. I pray for hearts to seek you and find you as they search for you with all of their hearts. I pray that those who need to will denounce their dead idols and come to you, the one who lives now and forever more. Be Blessed, Hope-in-Christ Denise M. Walker Founder 
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 Scripture: “Villages were deserted, they were deserted in Israel, until I, Deborah, arose, a mother in Israel” Judges 5:7. The Bible describes this woman of God as wearing multiple hats: prophetess, judge (adjudicator/ruler), military advisor, spiritual guide, and leader. I resonate with her so much because I, too, wear many hats: evangelist, church elder, mother, education advocate, leader, entrepreneur, educator, and mentor. Devotion: Deborah is the only judge of Israel mentioned in the Bible, and her story is one that had a positive impact on her country and her people. She ruled with fairness, loyalty, and with God’s wisdom. Her unique approach to serving her people (under a palm tree) also set her apart from other judges mentioned throughout the Bible. As a young woman, I shied away from my uniqueness, but as I have become older, I embrace being different and doing things differently. Even as an introvert, my gifting causes me to stand out. She was a woman who let love, compassion, and nurturing lead her. Her exhortation and support of Barak is one of the key relationships to her leadership that I found interesting and connected with. I have an intense and intentional passion for seeing the “underdog” win, and strive consistently to encourage and motivate others to their potential in God and in life’s pursuits. Deborah’s ability to balance her calling as a prophetess and her mantle as a political leader to her people speaks volumes to me as I strive to achieve that same kind of balance in my calling and life’s purpose work. Her level of confidence in not only her ability to lead, but in decision-making direction from God are qualities I look to apply to my own life. I desire to have her same level of discernment and fortitude in knowing “who” to invest in and how to do it. Lesson/Takeaway: As women, we are not only powerful life-givers, but we are also strategic, supportive, and innovative. Following God’s examples in His word should be all of our life’s desires. We should look up to these women in how they not only fulfilled their roles of their time, but their stories and lives impacted history. I desire to have that same level of impact in my family, my community, my church, and in my business. Prayer: Lord God, I thankYou for thinking of us by giving us examples after Your own heart. I thank You for giving us a standard and at the same time, giving us room to develop and grow into our own calling. I pray that each little girl or woman who reads this is just as encouraged and impacted by Deborah’s story as I am. Speak to each one of them, giving them the keys to their purpose and the path in which You have designed for them. Lord, please help us to desire to be women of impact for our world and for Your kingdom. We submit to You to write our story. In Jesus’ name, Amen. Reflection Questions: In what ways has God called you out to be different? What traits do you have that may have made you once feel like an “outcast,” but now you use them to empower you?  Tonya Franklin is an international, best selling, and award winning author. She has been in ministry leadership for almost 30 years. Tonya has been a trailblazer by introducing praise dance ministry to her local church in the late 1990s and was instrumental in helping shape youth choirs and ministries. Tonya is a speaker, evangelist, and mentor to youth, young adults, and women. She has served in the leadership ministry for almost 32 years, and formerly worked in education and with at-risk youth. In her professional pursuits, she is a marketing strategist and publicist, and was the founder of the first digital publication for virtual assistants of color (2015). Tonya is also the mother of 3 children. WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH: WHAT WOMAN IN SCRIPTURE AM I MOST LIKE? (The Woman with the Alabaster Jar)3/23/2026  What a Waste? Scripture: Matthew 26:6–13; John 12:1–8 Jesus and His disciples were gathered in Bethany at the home of Simon. During the meal, a woman entered carrying an alabaster jar filled with expensive perfume. Without hesitation, she poured the fragrant oil over Jesus’ head. The rich aroma filled the room. But not everyone appreciated the moment. Judas Iscariot objected. Disguising his true motives with concern for the poor, he asked why such costly perfume had been wasted. According to him, it could have been sold and the money given to those in need. To Judas, it was wasteful. To others in the room, it may have seemed excessive or unnecessary. But they did not know her story. Devotion: This woman knew what Jesus had done for her. She remembered His mercy, His forgiveness, and His love. What others saw as waste, she offered as worship. And Jesus, who sees every heart, defended her. He honored her devotion and declared that her act would be remembered wherever the gospel was preached. Sometimes I feel like that woman. Lesson/Takeaway: I consider my writing an offering to Christ. The stories I write are like the precious oil poured from an alabaster jar—my attempt to honor the One who gave His life so that I might have eternal life. Not everyone will understand the value of that offering. Some may question the time, the effort, or the purpose behind it. But the Lord knows the heart behind the gift. When our work flows from gratitude and devotion, it becomes worship. Prayer: Heavenly Father, thank You for Your Son, Jesus Christ. Thank You for Your forgiveness and the gift of salvation. I pray that the words I write will be pleasing to You and that they will draw others closer to Your heart. Amen.
 Opening: Have you ever wondered which woman in the Bible your life reflects the most? Not by perfection, but by the way you love, serve, and trust God through every season. Scripture: Proverbs 31 Woman (Proverbs 31:25) - "She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come." Devotion: When I think about the Proverbs 31 woman, I picture a woman rising early with purpose in her heart. Her hands are busy caring for her household, blessing others, and building something meaningful. She is strong but gentle, wise with her words, and her life quietly reflects her devotion to God. She may get tired, but she never stops trusting God with her family, her work, and her purpose. Lesson/Takeaway: I can relate to the Proverbs 31 woman because my heart is to serve, encourage, and provide for others. Whether it’s feeding people, speaking life, praying for others, or caring for my family, I believe God honors a woman who works with love and keeps Him first. She reminds me that strength isn’t loud — it’s faithful. And a woman who fears the Lord will always be honored by Him. Prayer: Lord, thank You for calling women to walk in strength, wisdom, and compassion. Help me to continue serving with a pure heart, loving others well, and trusting You with every responsibility You’ve placed in my hands. Let my life reflect Your goodness and bring glory to You. In Jesus' name, amen. Reflection Question(s): • How can I reflect God’s love through my daily actions? • Am I trusting God with the responsibilities He has placed in my life? • What legacy of faith am I building for my family?  Temecka Smith is a woman of faith whose life is a testimony of God’s grace, redemption, and purpose. Through life’s challenges and victories, she has experienced firsthand the transforming power of God. What the enemy meant for harm, God turned into a testimony of strength, perseverance, and faith.
Temecka is passionate about encouraging others to trust God, to walk in integrity, and to live with clean hands and a pure heart. Her journey reminds others that when God calls you, He also equips you. Today, she continues to share wisdom, love, and the goodness of God with her family, community, and everyone she encounters, believing that obedience to God opens the door for His blessings and purpose to unfold. Life Scripture: “And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.” — Epistle to the Romans 8:28  Woman in the Scripture I am Most Like: JAEL Opening: BORN TO CONQUER Scripture: Judges 4-5-9; Judges 5:2, 6, 11, 24-27 Text: During a war between Israel and Canaan, the enemy commander Sisera fled and hid in Jael’s tent. Instead of protecting him, she took decisive action and killed him, ending the threat and helping secure victory for Israel under the leadership of Deborah. Devotion: Jael was aggressive, bold, decisive, unafraid to act, God’s servant, and well informed. She did not need to be told what to do. She was proactive, self-managed, dependable, and accountable. She took initiative solving the problems and courageously faced danger. Lesson/Takeaway: Jael didn’t honor man, she honored God, and His Judge, Deborah. She acted spontaneously and took advantage of the opportunity to finish the job. He used an unlikely woman that was living for Him to save all. I can relate to her in my walk because I am the unlikely person, but I WAS MADE TO PRAISE HIM! You don’t just praise God when you go to church and sing praise songs; that’s just religion. You praise God with your life, homage, and devotion. I made my vow and never looked back. I work great under pressure (last minute tasks), with God’s power. I just do what needs to be done. Prayer: Lord, please allow your daughter to be courageous when challenging situations befall her. May she see it as you trusting her with a test and an opportunity to flex her faith. I pray that she will call out to You for help and embrace however You answer. In Jesus' name, amen.  EVANGELIST VICKIE CHINEY-SMITH (EVCS) The Praise Raiser
Evangelist Vickie was raised in KCMO. She’s earned a Bachelor’s in Sales and Marketing (Devry/2017); a Master’s in Public Business Administration (Keller Business School of Devry/2018); a Master’s in Theology (LU, Lynchburg, VA/2023), and holds a certificate in Family Counseling (Prepare/Enrich). EVCS is a licensed Evangelist (COGIC), PR Specialist, and prayer intercessor. She facilitates the MIDDAY WORD Spiritual Brunch - Tuesdays - 2:00 PM CST/FB. She co-authored an Amazon Best Seller, Influence 365, (2/7/22). She’s the community PR Associate at Raymanningsingers.com, and is the producer/host of “RAISE THE PRAISE”W/EVCS Radio Program (WED/FRI/SAT 11am – 12pm CST). EVCS is the manager at Better At Home Services, Inc., -Independence, Missouri. She’s the special advisor to her pastor and the administrative assistant to Earnest L. Fisher, Sr. at New Hope Tabernacle of Faith COGIC - Raymore, Missouri. EVCS is married to Elder Donald Smith, Jr. (26 years), with 2 daughters, 3 sons, 11 grandchildren and 4 greats.  Sitting At His Feet by Pastor Danyelle Scroggins Opening: During Women’s Month, I find myself thinking about the story of Mary and Martha in the Gospel of Luke 10:38-42. While Martha was distracted with much serving, Mary—made a different choice—she chose the floor over the kitchen, the presence over the pressure. Scripture: Martha wasn’t wrong or serving—she was responsible, diligent, dependable, faithful, and committed. But Mary just chose something different. She chose closeness as she took careful consideration of who was in her midst (Luke 10:39). Devotion: I see myself in her. There have always been voices—subtle and loud—whispering what women should and should not do. “Women don’t preach.” “Stay in your place.” “Serve quietly.” And for a while, I wrestled with those expectations. Those choices tried to make me question what God placed inside of me. I wondered if my hunger for His Word, my desire to speak it, share it, was too much. But like Mary, I sat anyway. I sat at His feet. I listened. I received. I allowed Him to pour into me everything He desired to give—wisdom, calling, boldness, identity, self-awareness, anointing, and love. I chose His voice over the noise (Luke 10:42). Lesson/Takeaway: Mary wasn’t distracted by opinions. She wasn’t intimidated by tradition. She understood something powerful: when you sit at Jesus’s feet, you receive what can never be taken away. And that’s what I’ve learned. My place is not defined by culture, criticism, or comfort. My place is wherever He calls me—even if that means speaking when others say I shouldn’t. This Women’s Month, I celebrate not just being a woman, but being a woman who sits at the feet of Jesus—and then rises to walk fully in what He has spoken over my life. Prayer: Father, I pray that your daughters would choose to be Mary in this Martha world. I pray that they would sit at your feet to gain clarity, wisdom, and all they need to walk out the call. Help them to know your voice and not be defined by any other. In Jesus' name, amen.  Pastor Danyelle Scroggins, M.R.E., is a dynamic preacher, teacher, and accomplished author dedicated to empowering believers to embrace their God-given purpose. With a Master of Religious Education degree, she combines theological depth with practical insight.
Known for her bold voice and heartfelt transparency, Pastor Danyelle inspires women to walk confidently in their calling while equipping the body of Christ through transformative preaching and impactful, faith-building books. WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH: WHAT WOMAN IN SCRIPTURE AM I MOST LIKE? (The Woman with the Issue of Blood)3/7/2026  Opening: Did you know you were born to walk in freedom? Freedom from sin, illness, disease, and any other form of bondage. As we celebrate women's history month, I want to take a moment to remember the women who were recognized in scripture. Myself and a few beautiful women of God are stopping by the blog this month to share devotions on the women in scripture we are most like. I have chosen to share the "Woman with the Issue of Blood." Now, those of you who know me are probably familiar with my testimony, my fiction stories, and my connection with Hannah from 1 Samuel. Although, Hannah and I do have many similarities, I also find myself connected to the "Woman with the Issue of Blood." Scripture: This amazing woman's testimony is found in the gospels (See above). The gospel of Luke records her as one among the crowd of people seeking Jesus. Luke, begins with several trying to get to Jesus. Then, along came a ruler of the synagogue, Jairus, who fell at Jesus feet begging Him to come heal his twelve year old daughter who was dying. Jesus begins to follow him as people continued to push towards Him. Among them was the woman who was only recorded as the one who had an "issue." They didn't bother to record her name, only what she had been experiencing for 12 long years, having spent all she had on physicians but hadn't been healed by any of them. We are familiar with her story. She crawled to reach Jesus, believing if she could just touch the end of His robe, she would be healed. After touching Christ, her discharge of blood stopped. Jesus turned, recognizing that power had gone out from Him. Trembling, she confessed in the presence of everyone, and Jesus said, "Daughter, your faith has made you well. Go in peace." Devotion: This woman reminds me of myself because of her desperation for Christ. In that society, she wasn't even supposed to be among the crowd because she was considered unclean. However, she had tried everything. Then, (probably) seeing or hearing about Jesus healing and delivering others, she knew she had to get to Him no matter what. At a young age, I was diagnosed with endometriosis. I struggled with this condition for many years, miscarrying, and even being told that I couldn't have children. However, this wasn't my greatest issue. I felt empty inside until I touched the robe of Christ, until I received His love, deliverance, and healing (physically and spiritually). You see, I thought the healing was all I needed. It would allow me to be a mother and fix all of my pain and rejection, but I needed Christ. I was desperate for Him. I needed to be whole, and that's what He did for me as well. Then, I too, heard Him call me "daughter." I had placed my faith (physically) in the doctor's and (spiritually) in others, but none of them could help me. Like her, I felt I was only recognized by my issue, but Christ recognized me as a daughter and one He desired to walk in wholeness in Him. Today, I continue to walk in that freedom in Christ, keeping my eyes fixed on Him. Lesson/Takeaway: I learned one thing from the "Woman with the Issue of Blood." I learned to be so desperate for the LORD, even if I break societal norms, even if I have to go at it alone. I learned that wholeness doesn't come from the healing. It comes from being in relationship with Him, recognizing that He is the source of all I need. Prayer: Lord this month and every month may your daughter choose to be whole. May she forget all of the rules of religion and chase after you, crawling through the crowd and reaching for you, our source and redeemer. Heal her, show her truth, and may she receive the title "daughter." In Jesus' name, amen. Reflection Question: What did you learn from the woman with the issue of blood? Please like, share with someone else, and comment your answer below. Be Blessed, Hope in Christ Denise M. Walker Founder of Hope-in-Christ Ministries  Denise M. Walker is a minister, speaker, podcaster, and teacher of the Word of God with a heart for restoration, biblical literacy, and Christ-centered transformation.
She is an award-winning and bestselling author and an experienced educator with more than 20 years of service primarily serving in the English language arts and reading department. Denise is the founder of Hope-in-Christ Ministries, Inc. and the owner of Armor of Hope Writing & Publishing Services, LLC, where faith, purpose, and clarity intersect. Through Hope-in-Christ Ministries, Denise teaches the Word of God bi-weekly, hosts the Hope-in-Christ w/Denise podcast, and creates Bible literacy and verse-mapping resources designed to help believers grow deeper in their understanding of Scripture. Through Armor of Hope Writing & Publishing Services, she supports Christian nonfiction and children’s book authors through editing, writing coaching, and book coaching services, equipping them to communicate their message with excellence and integrity. Overall, Denise considers herself an agent of hope, called to lead women and girls out of barren places and into wholeness in Christ, while guiding them and others to discover and walk confidently in their true identity through biblical literacy. Websites: • Ministry: www.hope-in-christ.com • Business: www.armorofhopewritingservices.com • Author: www.denisemwalker.com  Have you ever been watching something on TV or listening to something, and someone starts talking to you, so you hit the pause button? You hit that pause button because you don't want to miss what will happen next. You also hit the pause button so you can give that person your undivided attention. Some may go right back to what they were watching or listening to but others don't for days or even weeks.
Spiritually, we can hit the pause button on our God-given purpose and not unpause for days, months, or even years. I thought about this after God reset me (see the previous devotion). I began to pray and ask God why I kept pausing or stopping all together in the past. I learned that there was a deeper reason for me pausing so often. The greatest one was feeling overwhelmed. Another reason was my hidden fears. These things became distractions for me, which caused me to continue to pause. I felt overwhelmed because I tried to figure out how to complete all of the parts the Lord had sat before me. When I'm overwhelmed, I often cease doing anything or very little. That left me only completing pieces of the Lord's vision. When I would pause, I would focus my attention on something else, making it a distraction. This revealed my hidden fears. I paused because I feared failing and disappointing God. However, I didn't go to the Lord to ask Him for help. For balance. For wisdom. Do you recall the story of Mary and Martha in Luke 10:38-42. Well, Martha welcomed Jesus into her home. She got distracted by much serving. Then, she became overwhelmed because she operated in her own wisdom. At that point, she asked Christ if he cared that her sister Mary had left her to serve alone. Instead of Jesus correcting Mary as she wanted, he corrected Martha by explaining to her how anxious and troubled she was, but her sister had chosen to sit at His feet and learn from Him, gain wisdom and understanding. You see, I had to stop being Martha and start being Mary. It is okay to pause from the chase to learn, gain wisdom, and rest in the peace of Christ. I learned that the Lord hadn't changed His mind about my purpose. I needed to shift my attention to Him and away from fear. In my overwhelmed state, he called me to be still and gain what I needed from Him to not run out of steam. I am grateful because I tried to figure out how to do it all on my own. That wasn't his desire. I leaned on my own understanding, which caused me to almost give up. My distractions were the other things that seemed easier. The things that would keep some of the vision moving forward, but it wasn't the whole vision. As I have been spending time with the LORD, I've been led to remember His unique purpose in me. I have been instructed to keep my attention shifted to Him and keep going. Finally, He continues to give me strategy and wisdom, so I won't feel overwhelmed as I was before. My fears disappear each time I remember that this is His and not mine. I only need to allow Him to do the work in me. So, the next time you hit the pause button on your purpose, let it only be a short time. Recognize the distractions that came to throw you off track. Quickly return to it and ask the Lord to lead the way. See the tips to help with feeling overwhelmed on the lifestyle blog. https://hope-in-christ.com/lifestyle-blog.html Be Blessed, HOPE in Christ Denise M. Walker  Recently, I celebrated a 10 year anniversary. It was 10 years since God gave me the vision for HOPE-in-Christ Ministries. As I prepared for the celebration, I heard the LORD say to me, "Arise and return to the place where I first established you, your ministry." He went on to say, "It's not just for you, but for those in the Kingdom."
Next, I bowed my head and repented. I repented for all the other things I had done and committed to, but I hadn't been faithful to what God had established through me. In Exodus 3:10-12, God gave similar instructions to Moses, "Come, I will send you to Pharaoh that you may bring my people, the children of Israel, out of Egypt.” But Moses said to God, “Who am I that I should go to Pharaoh and bring the children of Israel out of Egypt?” He said, “But I will be with you, and this shall be the sign for you, that I have sent you: when you have brought the people out of Egypt, you shall serve God on this mountain.” And like Moses, I, too, said to God (in my heart), "Who am I that I should go and bring your children out of Egypt, which represents sin, rejection, abandonment, and other forms of bondage. I never spoke those words from my mouth, but they were in my heart. I spoke it when I didn't move forward with this platform. I felt no one would listen. Like Moses, I felt I wasn't equipped to do it alone. So, I wrote and recorded the podcast sporadically. Now, don't get me wrong, I where many hats (minister, editor, writing, and book coach), so there were times I was truly exhausted, but I committed to write for and do things for others. I was disobedient to the call on my life and didn't realize it until God gave me those instructions in December. So, I have returned. I've chosen to obey the LORD's instructions. To do that, I had to say no to many things. To do that, I have to be intentional and committed to Him, which is what our walk with Him is all about. God has allowed me to experience success, despite not being faithful. He has allowed me to write and become a bestseller. In my teaching, he has allowed for my voice to be heard around the world, but being recognized and receiving accolades are not what matter. What matters is drawing others to Christ, so they might find hope in Him, be healed, set free, and made whole. So, if you are like me and you set down a portion of God's mission, pick it up. Answer the call. Say "No," and let God help that individual understand. Some may not but still be obedient. And remember, just as He was with Moses, He will be with us and equip us as we obey, not to bring glory to ourselves but all glory to Him. Be Blessed, Hope in Christ  My name is Pastor Ricky Latimore, and I came to Christ at the age of fifteen. Before that, I attended church with my aunt and another older woman who faithfully picked me up. During that season of my life, I was carrying deep discouragement. I was poor, broken, and unsure of how to move forward. Drugs, addiction, and alcoholism surrounded my community and were present in my own home. Evictions were common, food was often limited, and the reality of poverty was constant. Still, one thing stayed with me. The women of God in my life continually spoke hope over me. They would say, “God has a purpose and a plan for your life.” It was difficult to believe those words in the middle of so much instability, but every time they took me to church on Wednesdays and Sundays, I was encountering God without even realizing it. I still remember the worship. I remember a peace that would come over me during those services, a feeling that made me believe everything would be alright. I tried to hold on to that peace, but it often faded when I returned home and faced reality again. One night, I laid on my bedroom floor on a blanket and pillow that served as my bed, and I cried out to God. I asked Him why my family was living the way we were and why we were facing so many hardships. I had heard about Him and felt something in church, but I did not truly know Him. I knew the name of Jesus, but I did not know Jesus personally. I knew what people said about Him, that He heals, that He carries burdens, and that He never leaves, but I needed to experience Him for myself. What I did know was that the women I trusted believed in Jesus. I heard them call on His name in prayer and saw them trust Him with their lives. In my brokenness, I decided to call on that same name. As I cried out for Jesus to fill me, heal me, and save me, I was filled with the Holy Spirit. Words I did not understand began to flow from my lips. In that moment, I knew who Jesus was. I felt a heavy burden lift from my heart and mind, and something within me broke and melted away. That encounter did not immediately change my circumstances, but it changed me. It changed my perspective and helped me understand that I was no longer doing life alone. Today, I thank God for keeping and healing my family, restoring relationships, and bringing deliverance from what once held us bound. God is faithful. I am grateful to know Him, and I share this testimony knowing that Jesus is still able to save, heal, deliver, and set free.  Pastor Ricky L. Latimore Jr. is the Lead Pastor of Revive Ministries Center, which he founded alongside his wife, Marie-Laurie Latimore, in the spring of 2024. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Practical Theology from Southeastern University and a Master of Arts in Teaching from Mercer University.
With over 15 years of ministry experience, Pastor Ricky carries a deep passion for God’s people. His heart is to see the lost restored, the broken healed, and the backslidden redeemed, while helping individuals awaken to their God-given identity in Christ and walk confidently in the purpose and plans God has for their lives. Raised in a large family with three brothers and three sisters, Pastor Ricky experienced significant adversity growing up, including poverty, food insecurity, substance abuse, and brokenness within his community. Through it all, God remained faithful, often working through devoted women of faith who, as he says, “Loved me to understanding.” In addition to pastoring, Pastor Ricky serves as an English teacher in the public school system, allowing him to impact both the church and the community with faith, education, and compassion. He and his wife are proud parents to a five-year-old son, Ricky III, and are joyfully expecting another child. His life and ministry are guided by a simple yet powerful motto: God is always faithful, and God has a purpose and a plan for our lives. |
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