"Daughters Arise Ministries"

  by: N. Blackmore Key Text: “The righteous shall flourish like the palm tree…” – Book of Psalms 92:12 There is something remarkable about a palm tree. Here in the islands, I’ve watched them stand through strong winds and storms. They bend, sometimes almost to the ground, but they do not break. When the storm passes, they rise again still rooted, still standing. The palm tree has become an object lesson for my life. Strength is not always about standing rigid; sometimes it is about learning how to bend without losing my foundation. There are seasons when life feels like strong winds responsibilities, pressures, quiet struggles no one else sees. In those moments, I am reminded that true strength is not found in myself, but in being deeply rooted in Christ. The palm tree survives because its roots run deep. And so must mine. Ellen G. White writes in Steps to Christ : “The closer you come to Jesus, the faultier you will appear in your own eyes…” That reminds me th...

  I See You But I have An Appointment! Sharon Campbell-Danvers Kings Seventh-day Adventist Church That morning began with pressure. There was an early appointment, school traffic, and the weight of trying not to be late. The plan was clear. Get to Palm Road Medical by 7:45 a.m. No delays. Yet God had already written a different moment into the journey. A senior citizen stood near Every Blooming Thing. Visible, yet unseen. Others passed by. There was hesitation because time mattered. But compassion spoke louder, and the decision was made to stop. What felt like an inconvenience became an invitation. As the conversation unfolded, his warmth, vulnerability, and health challenges became clear. Then came a turning point. He realized the direction had changed and began to worry. Would this act of kindness cause lateness? Would it cost something? But faith had already answered. Trust settled in the truth that God, who orders time itself, had placed this man along the path. Not as a delay,...

by  Tamelia Barriffe Key Text: Jesus said to Simon, “Do not be afraid; from now on you will catch men.” Luke 5:10   This statement was not simply about a new task. It was about a new level of impact. Fishing was something the disciples were already skilled at. It was structured, measurable, and familiar. They could see their results, count their catch, and defi ne success by what they produced. But when Jesus called them, He shifted their focus. No longer was their work about catching fish. It became about reaching people. This is a significant shift. Because activity is often easy to measure, but impact is deeper. It is possible to be busy, consistent, and productive, yet not fully aware of the lives being affected. Many people move through their days completing tasks, meeting expectations, and fulfilling responsibilities. They are active, engaged, and dependable. But purpose is not only found in what is done. It is found in who is reached. Jesus was not calling the disciple...

by : Terry-Ann Robinson Key Text:  In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven. Matthew 5:16 I love having the window seat on an airplane. No matter how often I travel, I am always in awe as I look out and marvel at the wonders of God’s beautiful creation. The heavens truly declare His glory, and the firmament shows His handiwork. Although I am not a fan of traveling at night, there are times when it cannot be avoided. If you take the time out to observe,  you can be flying over a vast, dark sea, and everything below appears silent and unseen. But as soon as an island comes into view, its lights are visible from a great distance. Even though all around is darkness, the island cannot be hidden. White and yellow lights glow steadily, while reds and other colors shine from signage, towers, and buildings. Together, they form a beautiful and unmistakable scene. The small points of light announce life, pres...

Fully Charged? Sharon Campbell-Danvers Kings Seventh-Day Adventist Church Key Scripture: “I am the vine, you are the branches. He who abides in Me, and I in him, bears much fruit. For without Me you can do nothing.” John 15:5 Recently, my laptop has been unused for an extended period. I was mostly using my desktop computer because it has two large monitors, which makes work easier. But on this particular day, I needed the laptop for a meeting. I asked my son to charge it for me. In my haste, I picked up the computer from the bed, placed it in my bag, and rushed out. When I arrived at the meeting and opened the laptop, I realized it was not charged. I searched my bag only to discover that the charger, which is usually there, was missing. I was left in a dilemma. As the meeting was about to begin, I quietly pondered what to do. Then I found a phone charger. With a bit of modification and adjustment, I managed to get the computer on just enough to function. It worked, but barely. Lat...

Forgive From the Heart Key Text: Matthew 18:21–22 (KJV) “Then came Peter to him, and said, Lord, how oft shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? till seven times? Jesus saith unto him, I say not unto thee, Until seven times: but, Until seventy times seven.” Sharon Campbell-Danvers Kings Seventh-day Adventist Church How many of us wrestle with forgiveness? If we are honest, it is not always easy. If it were not for the grace we have received from God, many of us would struggle even more to forgive others. There are moments when the heart agrees that forgiveness is right, yet still struggles with how to truly let go when the hurt runs deep. Forgiveness has a way of coming back again and again. Just when it seems the issue has been settled, the memory resurfaces, the feeling returns, and the wound feels fresh. In those moments, it becomes clear that forgiveness is not always a one-time act. Sometimes it is a daily decision, a continual surrender. When reflecting on what Je...

  by: Hilreth Morgan Key Text:  To console those who mourn in Zion,  To give them beauty for ashes,  The oil of joy for mourning,  The garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness;   That they may be called trees of righteousness,   The planting of the LORD, that He may be glorified.”  Isaiah 61:3 NKJV The Christian journey is not defined by where we are placed, but by how we respond to where God has planted us. In a world where circumstances are often unpredictable and sometimes unfavorable, God calls His people to grow, thrive, and bear fruit regardless of their environment. Isaiah 61:3 reminds us that we are “trees of righteousness, the planting of the Lord, that He might be glorified.” This means that our placement is intentional not accidental, and our growth is meant to reflect God’s glory. To understand this more deeply, we can consider the concept of a Weed Mentality. A weed is often seen as undesirable, yet it possesses remarkable qualities. Qualities ...

  My Adonai Sharon Campbell-Danvers  Kings Seventh-day Adventist Church Adonai is the Lord of all who reigns forever and reveals Himself through covenant in Scripture such as Genesis 15:2, Judges 6:15, Malachi 1:6, and Psalm 97:5. What a blessed comfort it is to know that God is my Adonai. I do not have to worry about constancy or consistency because He is eternal. In Genesis 15:2, Abram cries out, “O Lord God, what will You give me…?” showing that even in uncertainty, he recognized God as sovereign and personal. So many times in life, we experience broken relationships and unfulfilled commitments. Plans change, and hope can feel lost in a moment. Yet I hold firmly to this truth that my God reigns forever. His reign is not distant or passive. In Judges 6:15, Gideon says, “Alas, O Lord God…” in a moment of fear and inadequacy, yet God was present, calling and strengthening him. This reminds me that God is not merely seated on a throne watching from afar. He is not just a s...

The Lord Fights for You Key Text:  “The Lord will fight for you; you need only to be still.”  Exodus 14:14 Sharon Campbell-Danvers Kings Seventh-day Adventist Church There is an invisible war being fought every single day on behalf of God’s children. If it could be seen, lives would be lived differently, with greater awareness and deeper trust. Each day as they step out, whether into their homes, workplaces, or private spaces, they enter a battlefield. There are battles they cannot see, yet their invisibility does not make them any less real. In the midst of it all, God is present, fighting for them, covering them, shielding them, and preserving their lives. There are dangers that could have destroyed them, situations that could have broken them, and traps that were set along their path, yet God intervened. He fought battles they were never even aware of. At times, it is easy to believe that survival came through personal strength, wisdom, or effort. It may seem as though t...

by: Tamelia Barriffe Key Text : Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28 Sometimes we become so focused on the current behavior that we never stop to consider the root behind it. We correct. We respond. We react. But we do not always pause to ask: “What is driving this?” Many of us, in painful moments, look for reassurance. We want something to ease the discomfort quickly. “It won’t happen again.” “Do you still care?” “Can we fix this?” But reassurance often lives at the surface and healing begins much deeper. Take for example a situation where trust is broken in a relationship. The husband confesses. He apologizes. He explains what he did, his actions, his choices, where he went.He expresses regret. But the wife’s focus is not on reassurance. She is not asking for comfort or quick answers. She is not even centered on replaying the event itself. Instead, she leans into a deeper question: “What led you here?” “What was happening within yo...

  by Dr. Terry-Ann Robinson Key Text - “But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judæa, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth.” ‭‭Acts‬ ‭1‬:‭8‬ ‭KJV‬‬ During the Easter season in the Caribbean, the skies come alive. Children, parents, and friends gather in open fields and along hillsides, flying kites of every color, shape, and size. I remember stopping by the St. Ann Kite Festival in Jamaica and being struck by the beauty—kites dancing effortlessly across the sky while onlookers watched in awe. Just when you think you have seen the most beautiful kite then there appears another one.  A kite, no matter how beautifully made, cannot rise on its own. It depends entirely on the wind's power. When the wind is steady, the kite soars higher and remains stable. The tension on the string, guided by the hands of the flyer, keeps the kite from drifting away or crashing to the...