"Daughters Arise Ministries"

Water What God Planted  Sharon Campbell-Danvers  Kings Seventh-day Adventist Church  Key Text : 1 Corinthians 3:6 (KJV):  “I have planted, Apollos watered; but God gave the increase.” Our lives and leadership journeys remind us that we are stewards of God’s vineyard, not the owners of the harvest . There are seasons when God calls us to plant , seasons when we are assigned to water , and seasons when others will reap the fruit of what was started before them. In my own experience, in Jamaica I stepped into an institution that held tremendous potential, though many could not yet see it. The soil seemed dry to some, but faith allowed us to see that the ground was fertile. Several persons told me during that journey that they did not take the job because they saw the magnitude of the work it would require. Yet God has a way of dividing the work among His people. Some of us are called to plant, some to water, and others will eventually reap the increase. Each role is s...

by Stacy-Ann Dawkins Scripture Focus: Romans 8:28 - "And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose." As human beings, we naturally gravitate toward comfort. We prefer situations that are predictable, safe, and easy. Yet God often calls us beyond comfort into places where our faith must grow. The truth is that God’s purpose for our lives is greater than our desire for comfort. The promise in Romans 8:28 reminds us that all things - even the difficult, uncomfortable, and confusing moments - are working together for good for those who love God and are called according to His purpose. This verse does not mean that every situation feels good or makes sense immediately. Instead, it assures us that God is actively weaving every experience into His greater plan for our lives. Sometimes the path of purpose leads through challenges, sacrifices, and uncertainty. Yet these moments are often the very places wher...

  Arlene   Johnson McLeod  Scripture:  James 1:4 “Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.”  — James 1:4 (NIV) Growth is rarely comfortable. As women, we often find ourselves in seasons we didn’t choose—waiting seasons, stretching seasons, refining seasons. We pray for strength, yet God allows situations that require it. We ask for patience, and suddenly everything tests it. We desire maturity, but growth comes through process. James gives us a  powerful reminder- here goes… perseverance has a purpose. The word  “let”  in this verse is important. It means we have a choice. We can resist the process—complain, withdraw, harden our hearts—or we can allow God to use it to shape us. Think of how a pearl is formed. It begins with irritation inside an oyster. Layer by layer, something beautiful forms from something uncomfortable. In the same way, God uses the irritations, delays, disappointments,...

  by Anjelina Greene  Reflection You are like a tree planted by streams of water. This is not just a picture, it is a promise. Even when life feels uncertain, even when your efforts seem unnoticed, your roots are being nourished. Streams flow quietly and constantly, unseen beneath the surface, just as God works in ways you cannot always see. Sometimes, you may feel stuck. You give your best in prayer, in work, in relationships, and it seems as though nothing moves forward and it’s only getting worse. The tree helps to teach you an important truth: what happens underground is just as important as what grows ahead of you. While you wait, God is strengthening your roots, building endurance, patience, and faith. This is preparation for the fruit that will come in the right season. The tree does not rush its growth, and neither should you. Fruit appears in its time. You cannot force it, and you cannot miss it if you stay planted. Every storm you face, every moment of doubt, every s...

  by Dr. Terry-Ann Robinson   Key Text : That person is like a tree planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in season and whose leaf does not wither— whatever they do prospers. Psalm 1:3 The story is told of a man who planted a Chinese bamboo seed and watered it faithfully every single day. After the first year—nothing. The second year—nothing. The third and fourth years—still nothing. People mocked him. They called him foolish. They told him he was wasting his time. Many times he felt tempted to give up, to stop watering, to let the seed die. But instead, he stayed committed. Then something incredible happened. In the fifth year, the bamboo finally broke through the ground—and grew 90 feet in only six weeks. When people asked him if it really grew that tall in such a short time, he answered: “No. It took five years. It was developing roots strong enough to support its height.” Psalm 1 tells us that the person who delights ...

                                               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?” — Isaiah 43:18-19 (NIV) Life often tempts us to look back—sometimes with fondness, sometimes with regret. But God’s invitation through Isaiah is clear: release the hold of yesterday, so you can embrace what He’s doing today. Regardless of what our mind tells us, God is not limited by our past mistakes, failures, or even our greatest achievements. He calls us to look forward with hope, trusting that He is always at work, bringing forth new possibilities and fresh beginnings. Many years ago, a friend who had made many bad decisions got rebaptized. As we spoke, he beamed with joy and thanked God for second chances. God offers each of us that second, third, fourth...

Romans 12:2 (KJV) “And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.” Sharon Campbell-Danvers Kings Seventh-Day Adventist Church Recently, my mind was overwhelmed with so many things. I literally felt as if I had the weight of the world on my head. I found myself overthinking, and there were moments when I grappled with negative thoughts. I had to pray earnestly, asking God to keep my mind under subjection. It became clear to me that the enemy wanted to take root in my mind—he wanted a permanent place to rest. I wrestled with God to clear my thoughts and to transform my mind. What Romans 12:2 Means – A Renewed Mindset Romans 12:2 calls believers to live differently from the world by allowing God to transform the way we think. When Paul says, “Be not conformed to this world,” he is warning us not to adopt the values, attitudes, behaviors, and belief systems that go a...

Dr. Terry-Ann Robinson Key Text: “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 (NKJV) We all desire success—whether in our careers, our families, or our personal goals. Fulfillment often seems just out of reach as we chase after earthly achievements. Yet, Jesus teaches us that true fruitfulness comes not from striving on our own, but from abiding in Him and allowing Him to abide in us. When we remain connected to Jesus, like branches to a vine, His life and power flow through us. Our achievements and productivity become evidence of His presence at work. Those around us may marvel at what we accomplish, but the secret is not our own strength—it’s Christ within us. Apart from Him, our efforts bear little lasting fruit. With Him, our work gains purpose, quality, and impact. Let us seek success by not just working hard but by drawing closer to Jesus. As we abide in Him each day—through prayer, scri...

Sharon Campbell-Danvers  Key Text: Psalm 37:23 KJV - “The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord: and he delighteth in his way.” When we step out each day, we usually know where we are going, what we will do, and by what time we need to arrive. There is purpose in getting dressed, preparing our meals, starting the car, or catching the bus. Every movement is intentional because we have a destination in mind. I remember a morning when everything was mapped out perfectly. The schedule was tight, the timing was precise, and I felt confident about how the day would unfold. Then unexpectedly, plans shifted. A delay here, an interruption there, and suddenly I had to pause, reroute, and adjust. What felt clear became complicated. What felt controlled became uncertain. Life can be like that. Sometimes we have to stop when we would rather move. Sometimes we have to change direction when we were certain of the path. At times it can feel overwhelming, even frustrating. In the Caribbean we...

  Nicola Small-Edgar Scripture of Focus:    The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord: and he delighteth in his way.  Psalms 37:23 When I think about the crucibles of my life those intense seasons of Pressure, Testing, and Refining. I realize now that none of them were Accidental. At the time though they felt like breaking points. The heat was uncomfortable. The waiting felt unbearable. The silence from heaven seemed confusing. But God had purpose in every single step. Our Crucibles are not meant to destroy us. They are meant to Refine. There were seasons when I felt misunderstood and overlooked. Seasons when doors closed without explanation. Seasons when I had to walk through uncertainty with nothing but faith to hold onto. I questioned myself. Sometimes, I even wondered if I had missed God. But Psalms 37:23 reminds me that my steps were ordered even the ones that led me into the Fire. God used the pressure to purify my motives. He used the waiting to deepen m...

  Arlene Johnson McLeod    Key Text: “And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to Him must believe that He exists and that He rewards those who earnestly seek Him.”  — Hebrews 11:6 (NIV) Every woman understands the quiet miracle of something growing. Whether it’s a garden we tend, children we nurture, relationships we cultivate, or dreams we carry in our hearts—growth rarely happens overnight. It requires patience, consistency, trust… and faith. Faith is much like a seed. When planted, it doesn’t immediately bloom. It rests beneath the soil—hidden, unseen. In the same way, there are seasons in our lives when our prayers feel buried. Our hopes seem covered by the weight of responsibilities, disappointments, or waiting. Yet Hebrews 11:6 reminds us of a powerful truth:  God responds to faith. Not perfect faith. Not loud faith. But sincere, seeking faith. To “earnestly seek Him” means we pursue God not just when life is flourishing...