The first major Holiday weekend is behind us. I hope everyone had a great time. Before I write my blog I always ask God to give me the words to say. I feel in my spirit He's saying enough with words. Put the desire I have placed in your heart into action. The Board is all in agreement and the first item on our agenda is to open up a school. Yes, a school. My brief teaching experience in the school system has brought me to this conclusion and realization...if not us-who?

I am always open to suggestions and truly will welcome them; but the time is now. Our children are literally slipping through the proverbial crack right before our eyes! The strategies are being put in place and as always...the main thing is to keep the main thing...the main thing!

I remain in His Grip!
Sharon

Greetings Everyone and Happy Thanksgiving!

The holiday season is upon us and I am grateful for a loving and merciful God. G.R.A.C.E. is completing its first full year of being active. Our Board Meeting yesterday just energized me even more. God has blessed me with a great membership! We have a focused mission that has been motivated by anger and passion toward the disparity in our public school system. As I voiced my concern my son said, "why don't you open up your own school?" There comes a time when words is not enough. So we are forging ahead to be that much needed proactive intervention to our under-served children and their families. I will definitely keep you posted.

Enjoy your time with your family and friends and do eat until you are satisfied!!! Happy trails Damon, Melissa, Monaiy, and Damarion...watch out Michigan; here comes a large portion of my family. Nana loves you guyz...muchly!

I remain in His Grip!!!
Sharon

Winding down from my Monday and I just wanted to post how excited I am to be alive. Next month I will be turning the wonderful age of 60 but I feel such a newness of life from the inside out!

As 2010 draws to an end I have nothing but gratitude. There have been several hits and misses throughout this year but my eyes have remained on the Promised Prize. I expect 2011 to be greater than ever. G.R.AC.E. continues to move forward; keep an eye out for the updates. God is showing us creative ways on how to advocate for and provide a safe haven for our under-served children. Thanks so much for your prayers.

I remain in His Grip!
Sharon

Greetings...I didn't want another week to come and go without updating my blog. Since the last update I have been a Teacher for the Day (subsitute teacher) for two fourth grade classes. My only comment we do not pay our teachers enough money! This is a great opportunity to see the need of our children and their parents.

God continues to deal with my heart concerning His people. I continue to see the injustice of this society toward children, the elderly, and those with mental challenges. Such a cowardly way to deal with persons who can not defend or stand up for themselves. My passion continues to rise to see change come forth NOW. We must remain cognizant of the new law Jesus speaks of..to love others as He loves us.

I remain in His Grip!
Sharon

Happy Monday Everyone...I am home enjoying the life that impacted my young life. This just makes me more convicted to see that our under-served children get a chance to live a quiet and wholesome life. I find myself thanking my parents for loving me and my siblings enough to give us a secured home life and much love.

As the ministry moves forward and seek funding, the Ministry Consultant and I had to make a decision that all money is not good money. We must always take in consideration the reputation and the motive of all donors. Using such wisdom is okay...that's when God and the Promises He has made us come in. We must trust. Anyway, the revelation of purpose and destiny continues to define the way in which we must think.

Currently our numbers are small and that, too, is okay. It is very important when building the foundation it must be solid for our children can no longer continue to fall through the preverbial cracks! When building a solid foundation all involved must be willing to follow all directives and not assume. Anyway; I continue to good forward and upward. Glad to be on this journey.

I remain in His Grip!!!
Sharon

Good evening...this was a revelatory weekend concerning my finances. Please, hear this...when you surrender ALL to God every aspect of your life and your being comes under His scunity and His correction. The time I have spent with my Father proves He wants the best for me. Obtaining knowledge with understanding not only empowers me but it corrects me also. The need for me to obtain a livelihood has been the forefront of my concern for some time. But He made it clear to me that my mindset had not changed. Receiving the quality of income that I need must have a focus and a purpose. My desire is to become debt free and thats sounds good coming out of my mouth and it looks good as I take classes that will aid me. But I was about to try and enter into this opportunity with the mindset of just making money.

Strategy is important and I am determined to continue this walk with strength that only comes from Divine Directions. Life just keeps getting sweeter and sweeter because my God is FAITHFUL!

I remain in His Grip!
Sharon

Good Tuesday morning...a few days late but the confirmations of God are always on time. A friend sent me an email talking about the appointed time. This message is another true confirmation during my time of remaining.

During my time of reflection I recognize how busy I was trying to make the true vision come into existence. Honestly I have been at this for some time; it's good to hold onto all your notes. Now I can truly relax and rest as I know God will manifest the vision at its appointed time.

I keep before me the Promises that are spoken to me through the Word of God. True confession...I missed my call as a school teacher. I'm founding that out as I volunteer in a middle school and just completed training for Teacher for the Day (substitute teacher). I have repented but remain dilligent for this task placed before me. As I look into the face of a child; I'm looking into the face of our future. What a great God-opportunity!!!

I remain in His Grip!
Sharon