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Scriptures to Carry With You

“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”

~Matthew 11:28-30 NIV

Many are the plans in a person’s heart, but it is the Lord’s purpose that prevails.

~Proverbs 19:21 NIV


Things to Check Out

For everyone:

​The Expectation Gap​

​Check On Your People​

​Dig​

For the Women:

Faith and Feelings Panel​

For the Men:

​It's Okay to Not Be Okay​


Recommendations

*Business Spotlights*

Dae Hayes - Pod at Home Mom​

Matthew McCarter - Lab5:17


Sending prayers for all who have been affected by natural disasters, war, loss, sickness, and disease.


Many blessings,

Jarkeshia

*Let me know how you are doing*

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