by Cathy Boyd Byrd | Mar 1, 2015 | Scripture Studies
What some people don’t understand is that when one has been called to care for others in a spiritual sense, the well-being of those others is of paramount importance. When threats come against those who are vulnerable, it is the responsibility of the shepherd,...
by Cathy Boyd Byrd | Mar 1, 2015 | Scripture Studies
Be careful what you allow into your heart and mind: Impression—> Obsession—> Oppression——> Possession One seldom realizes she is in the grasp of something until after it’s too late to easily and safely escape unscathed. …...
by Cathy Boyd Byrd | Jan 12, 2015 | Scripture Studies, Spirituality
Living out loud…..that’s what I feel like I’m doing at times. Everyday I have a lot of explaining that I do…..Scripture, biblical principles, cultural deceptions, and why we do what we do in the ministry. I answer lots of questions...
by Cathy Boyd Byrd | Nov 25, 2014 | Scripture Studies
I have been thinking about the number of youth in our church who have expressed a desire to explore vocations in ministry. I have also reflected on how many are already in seminary or serving as licensed local pastors who have been “raised up” in our...
by Cathy Boyd Byrd | Nov 20, 2014 | Quotes, Scripture Studies
The Isaac PrincipleSeveral years ago I read Carol Kent’s book, “When I Lay My Isaac Down.” From that and other things God was using in my life at the moment, I discovered what I have come to call The Isaac Principle: It is in the surrendering of...
by Cathy Boyd Byrd | Nov 14, 2014 | Scripture Studies
“God doesn’t love you any less when you throw a temper tantrum. He doesn’t owe you an explanation, but he is never afraid of what you have to say. So tell him. It’ll be the beginning of healing.” — Pastor Rick Warren Yesterday in a prayer group, the...
