By Dr. Rebekah McCloud As I was cleaning up Momma’s things, I came across a poem that was tucked between the pages of one of her many Bibles. The poem is titled “Heaven’s Grocery Store.” I don’t know the author or the source of the poem; but it resonated with me. So, I’d like to Read More …

By Dr. Rebekah McCloud Momma’s Bibles have been a treasure trove of goodies. I found another poem tucked been the pages of one of them. The poem is titled “Door of My Heart.” It was included in a 1982 publication, but 37 years later, it stills speaks; it spoke to me and it may also Read More …

By Dr. Rebekah McCloud This is the time of year that people start reflecting on their last 12 months’ accomplishments, failures and almosts.  People also start preparing their New Year’s resolutions. Many put things on their lists such as lose weight, get out of debt, get more sleep, exercise more, or be more grateful. It Read More …

By Dr. Rebekah McCloud The last week of her life, Momma told me once again about her vision of heaven. It was a beautiful sight. It was a place without pain or suffering, a place of joy and peace. A place of rest at the feet of Jesus. With a shout and tears of joy, Read More …

By Dr. Rebekah McCloud   Pastor Tedd baptized my sister, Lillie, and her fiancé, Terry, last Sunday. Afterwards, Lille got into the car and rode home with me. Along the way, she said to me, “I don’t know how I feel. I keep waiting to feel like a new creature.” I told her I believe Read More …

By Dr. Rebekah McCloud My nugget each Sunday is supposed to be a stewardship nugget. I’m supposed to talk about how to use God’s time, talent, money and resources. That hasn’t happened a lot, lately. There have been a few said talks sprinkled in between some other topics. God always provides me with the inspiration Read More …

By Dr. Rebekah McCloud My Dad was a car man; he loved to drive. Most Sundays after church and dinner, we’d leave the city and go for a ride in the country. The drive always included a stop for ice cream and a “Co-Cola.” Like clockwork, each Saturday my Dad would prepare the car. He’d Read More …

By Dr. Rebekah McCloud Momma’s nurse was recently on vacation so the agency sent out a substitute. When the woman arrived, Momma gave her the up down all around, twice. Then she looked the nurse dead in the eyes and asked, “What’s your name?” The nurse told Momma her name. Not satisfied, Momma gave her Read More …

By Dr. Rebekah McCloud I want to share with you a retelling of a story[1] about a holy man on a pilgrimage. Along the way, he took refuge in a cave. There he found a huge diamond. He immediately thanked God for it because he knew what it could mean to his family, his church Read More …

By Dr. Rebekah McCloud Good morning Grace. So glad to be home with the Saints of God this morning. Today my topic is “A Little Piece of Money.” The scriptures I will read will be from the New International version of the Bible. During preparations for the hurricane, I got some cash. Among it was Read More …