by Jackie Bledsoe | Jul 11, 2012 | Faith, PerseveRING
Just the word cancer, can cause an influx of emotions to everyone who hears it. I am sure that everyone reading this post has somehow dealt with cancer. Whether it be a family member, a friend, or even you that has been diagnosed with cancer. Unfortunately, cancer...
by Jackie Bledsoe | Jul 3, 2012 | Faith, PerseveRING
Since March 2011 at 6:30AM every single morning, the leaders of my church have been hosting a prayer call for all who want to join in. We call it the “Fresh Fire” Prayer Call, and it has been a true model of consistency and a blessing for me and my family....
by Jackie Bledsoe | Jun 30, 2012 | Faith, PerseveRING
The Paralympic Track and Field trials for the 2012 London Games is taking place this week in my city (Indianapolis). There have been many feature articles in the local paper, The Indy Star. One particular feature caught my eye. It is the story of a paralympion,...
by Jackie Bledsoe | Jun 28, 2012 | Faith, PerseveRING
Sometimes in life we can look back and pinpoint specific events or moments in which we knew life would never be the same. Other times we don’t realize the significance of an event until years later, and we can reflect on where we went from there. I always say I...
by Jackie Bledsoe | Jun 25, 2012 | Faith, PerseveRING
I have a problem. I sometimes take on more than I can handle and don’t rely on those around me. Sometimes I think it is a pride issue, sometimes a patience issue, and even a trust issue. I’ve learned that I am not the only one like that, there are others...
by Jackie Bledsoe | Jun 20, 2012 | PerseveRING, Raising Kids
Last night the Miami Heat beat the Oklahoma City Thunder to take a 3-1 lead in the NBA Finals. The Heat are “one more game” away from winning the championship that LeBron James so desires. I am sure the Thunder want more than just “one more...