"Daughters Arise Ministries"

by:  Camile Beckford Johnson Scripture Reading: Romans 8:28 (NKJV)  "And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose." In a world that often values noise and busyness, silence can be a sanctuary for those who seek deeper connection with God. For women who have set boundaries and prefer reflection over conversation, the quiet moments can be where God’s presence is most profoundly felt. Romans 8:28 reassures us that God is actively working in our lives, even when we are enveloped in silence. Reflection: Silence can be a powerful teacher. It is in these still moments that we can hear the gentle whispers of God’s love and guidance. For those of us who may not always feel comfortable expressing ourselves verbally, the silence offers a space to process our thoughts and emotions. It is here that we can truly reflect on our lives and the ways God is moving, even when we cannot see it. Consider the times y...

 Appointment or Check Up Sharon Campbell-Danvers Kings Seventh-day Adventist Church May 5: Appointment or Check-Up Key Text:  "Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you."   James 4:8 I was getting ready in a hurry for a doctor’s visit when my son asked a simple question, “What’s your plan today?” I replied, “I’m going to the doctor.” Then he asked something I did not expect: “Is it an appointment or a check-up?” I paused for a moment. After thinking about it, I answered, “It’s a check-up.” I had already completed the blood work, and this visit was simply a follow-up to review how things were progressing. But his question stayed with me. It made me reflect on how we approach God. Sometimes we come to Him for what could be called a spiritual check-up, and other times He is calling us into a deeper appointment. A check-up is routine. It is familiar and often done when it is convenient. Spiritually, it can look like a quick prayer, a familiar verse, or a brief moment wi...

The Power of Being Prayed For Sharon Campbell-Danvers Kings Seventh-day Adventist Church Key Text : “Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.”  Galatians 6:2 (NIV) Before going to the hospital for the procedure, there was a responsibility to lead the Adventist Youth Programme at church. During the service, there was a signal given to Elder Kenugh Thomas of the Kings Seventh-day Adventist Church to conduct the vespers segment. As he prepared to pray, there was a quiet but clear prompting to ask him to pray about the upcoming appointment. There was hesitation. It felt personal and easier to keep private. Yet the prompting did not leave. It grew stronger, and in obedience, the request was made. In that moment, something shifted. Others began stepping forward and asking for prayer as well. What started as a private struggle became a shared moment of intercession. It was a gentle reminder that no one walks alone. Days later, while sitting in th...

  By: Dr. Terry-Ann Robinson Key Text: Forget the former things;  do not dwell on the past.  See, I am doing a new thing!    Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland. Isaiah 43:18–19: When you accidentally touch a hot pot, your reflexes make you pull your hand back immediately. You don’t keep holding on, because doing so would only cause more pain and possibly lasting damage. Instinctively, you let go to protect yourself. In much the same way, when life burns us—through hurtful words, broken relationships, unfair circumstances, or deep disappointments—we are not meant to keep gripping the pain. Clinging to past wounds only increases the harm and hinders healing. God calls us to release what hurts, not rehearse it. Consider Joseph. After being thrown into a pit by his brothers and sold into slavery, he had every reason to live in bitterness. If Joseph had allowed resentment to dominate his heart...

By: Allison Broomfield-Copeland Scripture Focus: “Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.” Galatians 6:2. There’s something deeply honest about the idea that friendships are two people taking turns being strong. One day, you’re the encourager, the one offering prayers, wisdom, and a listening ear. Another day, you’re the one needing reassurance, comfort, and grace. That rhythm isn’t weakness, it’s design.  God never intended for us to walk through life alone. He created sisterhood, friendship, and community so that when one heart feels heavy, another can help lift it. But here’s the quiet truth: sometimes we fear the moment when both people feel like they’re falling apart. What happens when neither of you feels strong enough? That’s where God steps in. Even when both hearts are weary, God remains steady. He becomes the strength neither of you can muster. He fills the gaps. He sustains the friendship. He reminds you both that you are not each ...

Where the Soul Meets the Soil  Key Scripture “Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.” Psalm 90:12 Many people often ask me, “Where do you find the time to do backyard farming?” I now realize this is a genuine question, and one that I answer with deep intention. We all have the same 24 hours in a day. What differs is how we choose to use them. I want to say that again. We choose. Scripture reminds us, “So be careful how you live. Do not live like fools, but like those who are wise. Make the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil.” Ephesians 5:15–16 Many of us make the decision to focus on family, goals, and work. We wake up and keep going, day after day. Eventually, time moves on and one day we realize that we are simply moving in a cycle, not truly caring for ourselves or our mental health. Often, it is only then that we stop, reflect, and decide to make changes. But we do not have to wait. We can begin by taking small steps, doing things tha...

Would Jesus Turn Back for Me? Key Text: "Be not forgetful to entertain strangers: for thereby some have entertained angels unawares."   Hebrews 13:2 Leaving home on a particular Friday morning for work, my sister gave me $25 to pick up something on my way back from the hair shop. I thought it was unusual because the shop was out of my way, but I took the money and hoped I would remember to buy the hair spray later. As I was driving to where the staff meeting would be held, a man signaled for the vehicle to stop, but I kept driving. Then I heard a quiet prompting in my spirit: Turn back. I responded to that nudge, turned around, and picked him up. As we drove, the man began sharing how much his country had changed. As a senior citizen, he had seen a lot in life and had much to say. He also shared about his medical issues and how he was unsure if there was money left on his card, but he was going to Foster's because he believed people there knew him and would help if needed...

Why Not Now? Key Text: "Seek ye the Lord while he may be found, call ye upon him while he is near."  Isaiah 55:6 During worship, a question was asked that caused deep reflection: If you knew Jesus was coming right now, what three things would you change? Many shared heartfelt answers, asking forgiveness, repenting, praying more, reconciling with others, telling family members to surrender their lives to God, and making things right while there is still time. Then came the deeper question: What is hindering us from doing these things now? That question reaches the heart. We know life is uncertain. We are losing loved ones around us, yet many still live as though there will always be another day, another chance, another tomorrow to get serious with God. But tomorrow is not promised. Sometimes, if we are honest, we know that if Jesus appeared this very moment, we might want to run and hide. We might ask for more time to fix what we delayed, to surrender what we held back, to bec...

by: Dr. Alicia Valasse-Polius Odsan SDA Church; St. Lucia  Key Text: “...the God of glory thundereth...the voice of the Lord is powerful...” Psalm 29: 3-4 I’ve learnt the sight, sounds and feel of the ocean, having lived near it for decades. In storms, waves thunder and unruly surf slams sandbars, seemingly obeying no one. In the calm, swashes rush up the shore, wind waves swamp campsites and ripples move idly, seemingly obeying no one. Across polytheistic religions, man worshipped gods that presumably ruled over the elements of nature. Renowned in the Canaanite and Phoenician cultures, was Baal [Hadad], the storm and fertility god - a frequent adversary of the God of Israel (1 Kings 18; 1 Kings 16:30 – 33). In this context of brazen apostasy, David pens the “Psalm of the Storm”, a hymn of praise affirming God as one who commands nature’s inexorable power - Psalm 29. The apostate world presented Baal [Hadad] as lord over nature’s elements, the giver of rain, necessary for food and...

Safe Into God’s Harbour "Be still, and know that I am God."   Psalm 46:10 How many times have you experienced a rough season in your life? Seasons where the winds seemed relentless and the waves would not settle. So often life can feel like rough seas, where we are tossed to and fro by burdens, disappointments, uncertainty, and fear. Yet think about this: if we were literally at sea in the middle of a storm, we would not give up easily. We would fight for survival. We would hold on to every thread of hope. We would search for help. We would not surrender without a fight. Why then, when life becomes stormy, do we sometimes feel ready to let go so quickly? The same determination we would show in physical waters is needed in spiritual storms. Hold on. Keep trusting. Keep believing. Keep praying. Keep moving toward the One who calms the sea. God offers a harbour stronger than the storm. His invitation is not first to strive, but to be still. Stillness is not weakness, it is confi...

Rest Before You Run Scripture “Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28 As a former athlete, I understand the importance of not starting a race already tired. But the reality was that I often competed in multiple events. I would do long jump and shot put, then run the heats for the 100 and 200 meters. By the time I reached the semifinals or finals, I was physically exhausted. That is the same feeling many of us may be experiencing as we approach a new year. The truth is, we are tired- mentally, financially, emotionally, and physically. Life has demanded much from us, and the weight of those demands has left us weary. This verse reminds us that Jesus is fully aware of our exhaustion. He does not call us to push harder or run faster on empty. Instead, He invites us to come to Him. Rest, according to Jesus, is not found in stopping alone, but in surrendering. Laying down our burdens and allowing Him to restore us. Before we run into what ...