God created the universe. Now, God is asking us to get creative. No worries if you’ve never painted or can’t carry a tune. There are other ways of creating. Our ancestors knew it was their responsibility to create revolution. Now it’s our turn.

Have you been asking God for signs about your purpose? It’s likely you already have the tools. Instead you might need to re-familiarize yourself with your toolkit. It’s important you understand the tools God has gifted you because they reveal God’s purpose for you.

Church may not always feel like the best place to stage a protest, but this man believed differently. Wearing a dashiki, he charged his way down the main aisle, fist raised and a freedom cry in his heart. His was a solo protest but he wasn’t really alone. God was with him.

Sweat dripped down the laboring mothers’ brow. She had been in labor for hours. Breathing heavily, she looked up into the eyes of her midwife. And saw God staring back at her. And somehow she knew she would survive this. Using all of her strength she released a guttural scream and pushed.

It was storming on top of the mountain when God spoke to him. Lightning flashed and suddenly there in front of him were two slabs of stone, etched in God’s handwriting. He stared at the words in front of him and knew he must share God’s Ten Commandments with his people.

Tithing is viewed as an act of love and a fundamental practice in the Black spiritual community. Rooted in deeply held religious beliefs, it is seen as a way to honor God's blessings and contribute to the greater good of the community.

God came to her the day she started believing their lies that she was worthless. God reminded her of her power and showed her the pathway of liberation. But then God gave her a choice. Her biggest test yet.

Her upper lip trembled as she looked at him. Could she forgive him for what he’d done? She wanted to scream at him. To lash out. She opened her mouth to speak but all that came out was, “I love you.” She’d meant to say something else entirely, but Spirit intervened.

Grief is heavy and can easily weigh us down. But some strategies can help us through, and music is one of the best tools for healing.

Her bedroom was pitch black. She could hear the sounds of the night. Her eyes grew heavy as she sank deeply into a dream space where God waited for her.

They chased her out of the church, threatening her with what would happen if she dared come back. All she’d done was listen to the instructions God had given her. But even shaking with fear her faith wasn’t shaken. She knew God was guiding her forward. It was her time to be brave.

We all have ‘boo hags,’ unkind spirits, that drain us in our lives. This mythical creature can teach us all a thing or two about protecting ourselves from life-sucking energy.

Emma Dupree spent hours rummaging through the woods as a little girl, searching for the best plants. Her people started calling her “the woods gal,” but she was living out her God-given purpose, and it was incredibly healing.

Adulthood is tiresome. Many of us have endless responsibilities that can make us feel like we don’t have time to play. This community is doing the exact opposite, and it’s powerfully healing.

She had no idea what she was doing. The voice of doubt started creeping into her thoughts, saying she was useless. NO! She slammed her hands onto the table and cried out, “Use me, God.” And through the power of creativity, God showed her just how good it can get.

Long ago there was a monkey who lived in a tree overlooking the ocean. Every day Monkey looked at the sparkling waves and wished she could swim in them. One day Shark heard Monkey making her daily wish. He flashed his sharp teeth at her and invited her in for a swim.

“They say the people could fly. Say that long ago in Africa, some of the people knew magic. And they would walk up on the air like climbin up on a gate. And they flew like blackbirds over the fields. Black, shiny wings flappin against the blue up there.” - Virginia Hamilton.

Everyone has a shadow side, the parts of our personality that we hide away from ourselves and others. Uncovering this side can help us heal - try these six prompts as a starting point.

Not getting enough sleep is detrimental to our health. But what about when you get more than enough and are still tired? Here are the seven types of rest we all need.

If you’re struggling and feeling burnt out, this word is for you. God is trying to send you blessings. Is it possible you’re subconsciously blocking them by practicing this habit we were all taught to do?

Often African Proverbs are sometimes seen as cute sayings. But they’re actually overflowing with ancestral spiritual wisdom. Some proverbs are so similar to biblical scripture that you have to wonder, which came first?

Change is in the air. Breathe it in. Feel it on your skin. Spirit is blowing wind into your sails, guiding you forward. But you’re still in charge of showing up to steer your ship. Will you take charge of the Captain’s wheel?

The room was smoky and full of hushed voices, all chanting the same prayer. Initiates were dressed in white. Today was the day they would learn their spiritual guides. The priestess stood. It was time.

John 6:35 - “Jesus said to them, ‘I am the bread of life; whoever comes to me shall not hunger, and whoever believes in me shall never thirst.’” Here’s how the church played a huge role in our people’s freedom through food.

“No,” she said to him firmly. She was so used to saying “yes” that the word felt unfamiliar. Strange. But she refused to back down. She kept saying “no.” And in doing so made room for an orgasmic “yes.” One that was deeply rooted in Spirit.