Good morning everyone! It is not only a blessing to wake-up each morning but it's an honor to wake-up knowing Jesus is Lord. On this Palm Sunday our hearts and minds are being prepared for the bittersweet event of this Friday. Because God loved us soooo much...He gave His best! A Truth none should never forget. Last week our Church, Harvest House Christian Center Southwest, celebrated our second anniversary. As our Pastor noted; Generals of the Lord's came and presented the Truth to where all could understand. I am still full from this spiritual feast. The running theme that seemed to resound from everyone's message was submission to authority. A position many do not want to take and a position that has been tainted by incorrect teaching. During this time I came to realize the delay of the manifestation of G.R.A.C.E. I not only was not submitted, I was not humble, nor was I obedient. Yes, now I am but there was a time I was not. I was so balantly disrespectful to my Father...The Giver of the vision. My heart weeps as I continue to go into the schools and see our children in dire need of some many things. The School House Project that is being presented to the Tulsa Public Schools has many and rightful so in an uproar. But my main concern is after the fallout has settled will the parents and/or guardians take an active role in the childs life to assure a successful life? The pointing of fingers to the Child Protective Services saddens me because it is always the children who lose, not the well groomed and well dressed staffers of these agencies. Where is the justice? It is in God and that is where I remain as my time of preparation is nearing an end. Yes, the promised proactive intervention ministry of G.R.A.C.E. is about to come forth. Please stay tuned and many thanks for your prayers and support. I remain in His Grip! Sharon

Good morning...in my quiet time I have come to realize God's timing is not only perfect but it allows you a panoramic view of yourself. It is such a growing experience to see oneself's...past, present, future. While sitting on His spiritual sofa you began to release all the stuff that has hindered and burdened you. Through His compassion this release is done without any shame or doubt. The results of such a release brings clarity and true humility. Personally, I cling to the Words...like a lamb being prepared for the slaughter He said nothing. The humility and love that's being replaced as self is being emptied closes your mouth. You are not heard but He is seen through you. What an honor!!! Many things are happening here in the Tulsa, Oklahoma School system. An effective change must come. I see the need daily as I continue to substitute teach. I hear it from every concerned person. A conversation with a friend that works with adjudicated youth says the system prefers not to intervene in a young person's life who is about to age out...turn 18 years. What is wrong with us? To assure the needed change remains we must be diligent in our personal call. We are all called to intervene in someone's life. Most importantly make sure the intervention is ordained and directed by God. Because only what He builds will last. Be diligent about doing right!!! I remain in His Grip!!! Sharon

Good morning...it has been awhile since I blogged. Much has happened; I attended a small group of entrepreneurs...gaining connections and knowledge from others are so important. Since it was springbreak I went to Kansas to visit family and friends. Some times you just have to getaway and have fun!

Back to reality and business. Witnessing the heartache a dear friend is going through because a negligent parent is not nurturing her children is sad to watch. This same mother has now become pregnant for a third time and continues to keep my friend's godson from her. I'm sure the child is feeling abandoned and confused.

While home I got to talk indepth to a friend who substitute teaches in a Kansas public school. The horror stories are the same as is the answer...the parents! Our children are crying out silently. It is up to us who have the heart and insight of the dangers and injustice they are experiencing to intervene. God thank You for the forces You are assembling NOW...for such a time as this!!!

I remain in His Grip!!!
Sharon

Good Monday morning...The brief month of February is ending today but the unjustice of our children continue. The sad part about this fact is the decision-makers, who are parents and grandparents, seem to have no conscience when cutbacks are involved. It's apparent the services in place to aid and assist the elderly and youth are the first to be placed on the chopping block. Since they have no voice they are ignored!

Hence the confirmation of the need for G.R.A.C.E. and other ministries/services like it. I know the undelying question is...when? I have gone past that stage to thank You God! He knows the need and He knows the work needed to be done in the people He is sending forth...for such a time as this. So, I ask you to rejoice with us, and most importantly thank God with us for the manifesting of the vision of and purpose for God's Redemption Affects Children Everywhere.
Be blessed!

I remain in His Grip!!!
Sharon

Good evening everyone...it is my prayer that everyone had a blessed weekend. The sun has been out and with the warm weather the snow is melting and people are gettng out. The work of G.R.A.C.E. continues and a fundraiser has been established. The Word encourages us not to be ashamed of small beginnings and I'm not...I'm just grateful I am being used for His Glory. Many thanks to my daughter, Melissa, who is hosting a fundraiser through her newly acquired business. This tells me she believes in the purpose of G.R.A.C.E. and wants to honor God with her and her family's substance.
Please take time to visit her site at www.missiesmellgoods.scentsy.us. Thanks so much for your support and prayers.

I remain in His Grip!
Sharon

Greetings Everyone...the first month of 2011 is coming to a close today. I continue to welcome each new day and each new month as the manifestation of the home for G.R.A.C.E. gets closer. I continue to hold on to the dream, to the vision, and to the Promise!
A major concern is beginning here in Tulsa as talks of closing schools may be happening in the near future. My Pastor made a statement which I wholeheartedly agree; "let them close so we can open them!" As a people we converse and theorize but the need is greater and needs to be addressed NOW. As my teaching assignements continue to take me to the North Tulsa area the need is so evident. We need teachers, principals, parents, and interested people who really want to intervene on behalf of the children.
I continue to keep myself encouraged with the Word of God and surrounded with people alive with God-given visions. I will not give up.

I remain in His Grip!!!
Sharon

Celebrating one year!

Greetings Everyone...since my last post the ministry, God's Redemption Affects Children Everywhere, G.R.A.C.E. has officially become one year old! The launching was 01-16-10 and it was a glorious day. As I look back purpose has become quite evident to me. God made and equipped me to advocate for the under-served. Once purpose is clearly recognized then you have complete respect for the vision and the Giver of the vision. Once respect is established, your trust heightens to where you release both yourself and the vision back to the Giver of the vision. At this point the breaking down and building up process becomes the norm. This state of being eventually becomes gratifying because you are in the Hands of the Creator Who wants only the very best for you!
Saturday, the actual event day, I had the honor to host the first fruits of G.R.A.C.E. her name is Asheley. She is a young woman who has been grossly under-served the majority of her life and this disservice continues at this point of her young life. Witnessing the results of this neglect angers me! This anger creates such a passion within me that my focus is set and my specific request has been made known to God. I am ready to receive the much needed home promised me when I said "YES". Yes, I will stand and advocate for her. Recently she said "Momma Sharon; I'm ready to come home." I am ready to have that home to which she can come to NOW.
I request that you stand with me in faith as I say "thank You God, for the beautiful home". Please pray that the healing of Jesus will continue to manifest in Asheley...spirit, soul, and body.

I remain in His Grip!
Sharon