"Baby, I was thinking that you and I could go on a romantic vacation to an exotic place this year. What do you think?" Jacinda said to Malakai. They were at her condo relaxing after having a romantic candlelight dinner. To be quite honest, he hadn't thought about going on vacation that year. He and …
A Wedding Gown for Gina’s Second Wedding
"So, do you think it's okay for me to wear white?" Gina asked Kira. "You mean because this is your second wedding?" "My second wedding to the same man." "You're not the only woman who has remarried her husband. I know a couple of women who have and they're very happy. They realized that they …
Wisdom for Wednesday
We ask you, brothers, to acknowledge those who labor among you, and are appointed over you in the Lord, and instruct you. Esteem them very highly in love for their work’s sake. And be at peace among yourselves. Now we exhort you, brothers, warn those who are unruly, comfort the faint-hearted, support the weak, and be patient …
A Ghost From His Past
Anatole was checking the milk carton to see when it would expire. Someone called his name. He turned around and immediately stiffened. “What are you doing here?” “Shopping like you.” “I meant here in London.” “I live here now. Aren’t you happy to see me?” “Why should I be after what happened between us?” “Anatole…” …
A Walk on the Beach
"Ready for our walk?" Sage asked Elodie. It was early Saturday morning. They planned to go for a walk before breakfast when the beach was deserted because most of the hotel guests were still in their rooms or having breakfast. Elodie nodded. "Yes." "You look very sexy in that outfit," he remarked quietly as his …
Balinda Questions Jimiyu About Engela
She couldn't let it go. She had to confront him about the blonde he had dinner with. After church, she decided to go and see him. She called him first. "Can I come over now?" "Sure," he said after there was a brief pause. "Are you alone?" "Yes. Why?" "I'm on my way over." She …
Divisions Among Believers
Now I plead with you, brethren, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that you all speak the same thing, and that there be no divisions among you, but that you be perfectly joined together in the same mind and in the same judgment. For it has been declared to me concerning you, my brethren, by those of Chloe’s household, that there are contentions among …
The Ex-Mother-in-law
PHOTO PROMPT © Rochelle Wisoff-Fields Nita walked into the shop to buy something for Paul’s birthday just as Mrs. Lopez was leaving. Nita’s heart sank. The last thing she wanted was to run into Paul’s former mother-in-law. Too late to avoid the woman. She had spotted her. Mrs. Lopez approached her. “Hello, Nita.” “Hello, Mrs. …
Balinda Learns About Jimiyu and Engela
Balinda watched her friend closely. "What's up, Alletta? You look like you're just dying to tell me something. Have you and Lindo split up?" Lindo was Alletta's husband. "Of course not. He and I are still happily married after twelve years." "Then what has happened that made you came here in person when you could …
Wisdom for Wednesday
Since God chose you to be the holy people he loves, you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience. Make allowance for each other’s faults, and forgive anyone who offends you. Remember, the Lord forgave you, so you must forgive others. Above all, clothe yourselves with love, which binds us all together in …
Notes to Women 