by Cathy Boyd Byrd | Feb 8, 2026 | self examination, significance, time, work
Some value things that they believe will stand the test of time. But what of the day when time is no more? Will those valued treasures stand the test of eternity? 1 Corinthians 3:6-23 I planted the seed, Apollos watered it, but God has been making it grow. 7 So...
by Cathy Boyd Byrd | Jan 19, 2026 | acceptance, action, self examination, self-awareness, self-discovery
A beautiful thought that seems to speak to the experience several women have had recently in completing their 4th and 5th Steps of their 12 Step Program….. “Healing is possible when we allow ourselves the gift of wandering in the spaces of our hearts, taking in...
by Cathy Boyd Byrd | Nov 10, 2025 | conflict, counseling, discipleship training, reconciliation, redemption, sanctification, self examination, self worth, significance
In classes teaching women about identity, we reference two driving needs of humans, security and significance. Robert McGee’s book, Search for Significance, is helpful as part of this effort. Security is rooted in the need to feel loved and accepted unconditionally....
by Cathy Boyd Byrd | Sep 25, 2023 | action, authority, boundaries, change, correction, Cultural Issues, Holy Spirit, life change, mercy, sanctification, self examination, spiritual journey
Many have assumed that since the Dobbs case challenge and decision to return regulation of abortion to states that the issue is resolved. It is not. There are efforts to “enshrine the right to abortion”, with no limitations, into the US legal code through...
by Cathy Boyd Byrd | Oct 30, 2021 | self examination, spiritual journey, Wellness
I like focusing on wellness much more than illness! To help others attain the maximum wellness they can, we provide “life recovery” services to women with life-limiting dysfunctions. We have a rather stringent interview and intake process so that they...
by Cathy Boyd Byrd | May 20, 2016 | evangelicalism, experiences, Prayer, self examination, self-awareness
I have been a member of the Confessing Movement almost since its beginning. Below is its preface to a UMC post about The General Conference’s vote to defer decisions about the sexuality petitions until a plan could be offered by a commission to be appointed by...
