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A picture of two black people kneeling and praying for their sins, showing the hidden struggles of the religious.

The Hidden Struggles of the Religious: When the Holy Bleeds (SIN)

20 October 2025 by Olivia Dankwa
Behind the smiles, sermons, and “holy” image lies a truth few dare to admit — the hidden struggles of the religious. This heartfelt piece reminds us that even the faithful bleed and that grace, not judgment, is what truly lifts us....
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A Black woman kneeling quietly in her kitchen, clasping her hands in prayer, reflecting on finding God in everyday challenges.

How to Keep Finding God in Everyday Challenges (Even When Life Feels Hard)

1 October 2025 by Paulina Bonsu Donkoh
When trials come and routines weigh heavily, we can still find God in everyday challenges. Here’s how I’ve learned to stay spiritually grounded and see God’s hand in daily life....
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How to Deepen Your Spiritual Life in Busy Seasons

22 September 2025 by Paulina Bonsu Donkoh
Do you ever feel like your spiritual life is slipping away because of how busy life gets? Between work, family, and endless deadlines, it’s easy to end the day realizing you didn’t pray or open your Bible. But here’s the good news: busyness doesn’t cancel your spiritual life. You can…...
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Black Women Intentional Living: Soft Summer, Strong Faith at Home

10 July 2025 by Paulina Bonsu Donkoh
This summer, Black women are choosing intentional living, embracing rest, faith, and softness without guilt. Here's how you can too....
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Faith & Frustration: Navigating Spiritual Dry Seasons with Grace

26 April 2025 by Paulina Bonsu Donkoh
Feeling distant from God? Here's my honest journey as a Ghanaian woman navigating a spiritual dry season, and how I’m slowly finding grace in it....
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“I give you CONTROL over my THOUGHTS!”- Dear GOD

10 July 2024 by Paulina Bonsu Donkoh
Today, I’m letting go of my thoughts and giving you control over them. See them, analyze them, change them, and use them for your own gratification. Just like that. Honestly, I’m not afraid of what you might find. They are a lot to handle, I know. But I do believe…...
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Grateful spirit: I’m surely thankful for this one thing!

6 July 2024 by Paulina Bonsu Donkoh
I nearly died my dear! It’s no joke! Do you realize that when you are on the verge of dying everything else doesn’t matter? You don’t even remember the biggest problem that’s been haunting you for years or days…...
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The 5 Ps of Bible Study by Priscilla Shirer: A Simple Guide to Studying God’s Word

30 November 2023 by Paulina Bonsu Donkoh
If you want to hear God's voice, hear him give you directions for your life, grow spiritually in the Lord, have a divine relationship with God, communicate with the Holy Spirit, and dissect the word of God to derive meaning and gain understanding then these principles below are going help…...
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