***The following is an edited excerpt from one of my fictional stories, and is an extreme exaggeration...but is not far off from certain circumstances in my life.*** "Sobbing uncontrollably, I have finally lost my voice from yelling at the popcorn on my ceiling. Where is God? Is He listening to me at all? No one gets … Continue reading ‘The Lack’: A Story
Author: Candice Jenee'
Faith (Pt. 2)
You may be wondering where "Faith (Pt. 1)" is...well, my friends, that's where the Geckos are. Now, I've moved on to the second piece of my Faith discovery journey: In the face of hardship, questions, and ridicule, can I still display Faith and Integrity? Can I follow where I feel GOD is leading, even … Continue reading Faith (Pt. 2)
The Gecko Law
I was four, I think. My family was in Hawaii; and it was great, I think. I only have broken memories from the trip. One thing I do remember clearly is fear. Yes, I was in one of the most beautiful places on earth, and I was TERRIFIED! Of what, you ask...well, the geckos of … Continue reading The Gecko Law
Moves Like Jagger
A friend of mine recently began receiving Bridal magazines in the mail - magazines she did not order. As a single girl, I understand her frustration at receiving them. I too am tired of the reminders all around that I am alone. From Bridal magazines to reality "love" shows, from the dwindling number of single … Continue reading Moves Like Jagger
Beauty Lies Within
1 Peter 3:3-4: "Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as braided hair and the wearing of gold jewelery and fine clothes. Instead, it should be that of inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit which is of great worth in GOD's sight."Each day, we wake up and decide … Continue reading Beauty Lies Within
Disappointment
Disappointment=Today I received two rejection letters. One from a job I had recently applied for and one from the magazine I was hoping would give me my first professionally published piece. June 2011 is upon us this week. Now, halfway through the year, I am re-evaluating things. Life is not what I had expected, not where … Continue reading Disappointment
FREEDOM
Recently, God has been teaching me what it means to live in Freedom. I have learned what it is to live in a cage, slaves to sin and brokenness. I have learned that many of us, when given the opportunity to live in freedom are too afraid to make the move.Galatians 5:1 tells us that … Continue reading FREEDOM
Whole
"Waking up I see that everything is okay...Slowing down, I look around and I am so amazed...This innocence is brilliant (I hope that it will stay)...It's so beautiful it makes you want to cry..." - Avril Lavigne 'Innocence'I just discovered this song today. And as I listen to these words, they pull on my heart … Continue reading Whole
Agapetos
Same inspirational blog - new name!While it is true this blog may be about giving a voice to those who have none, for speaking up on tough issues, it is about so much more. I want to have a place to emphasize the Love of GOD in all things. A place to remind you that … Continue reading Agapetos
Securtiy: My American Idol
Here I sit on my lunch break staring down the barrel at many questions and much uncertainty. Questions I would love to wake up and have answered tomorrow. Uncertainty I wish would become clarity.In the midst of it all, in an Aladdin-esq scene, I hear GOD ask, Do you trust me?And my response, much like … Continue reading Securtiy: My American Idol



