Peculiar on Purpose

Christ > Me

Christian
noun Chris·​tian | [ˈkris-chən]
: one who professes belief in the teachings of Jesus Christ
: Jesus answered, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father except through Me.” (John 14:6)


Unapologetic Worship: Maverick City Music Tour

Oct 29, 2021
A couple weeks ago, my husband and I attended the Maverick City Music tour. For those unfamiliar, Maverick City Music is a contemporary worship music collective, which is a more formal way of saying they’re a group of amazingly talented songwriters, singers, and creators who make contemporary christian and gospel …

Celebrating Your Small Wins

Sep 3, 2021
I absolutely love XO Necole, which is a lifestyle website that empowers women of color. The blog features tons of content on everything from relationships and beauty to women entrepreneurs and career advice. XO Necole hosts in-person events and has a subscription-based community for women to further connect. It also …

Why You Should Watch The Chosen

Aug 3, 2021
Although “outside” is opening up somewhat, the “inside” still has plenty of entertainment options. Grown-ish is back for all the Chloe x Halle lovers, there’s Run the World for the ladies needing some #blackgirlmagic representation, Power Book III: Kanan for the Power diehards, and a new season of the never-ending …

Friendships: Squad or Nah?

Jul 22, 2021
A couple weeks ago I took my first trip to Cancun, Mexico, to celebrate a family member’s birthday. Of course the resort was beautiful with its beachfront views and array of palm trees, but a couple things caught my attention more than this unfamiliar island scenery. First, the melanin was …

When It’s Hard to Pick a Father’s Day Card

Jun 14, 2021
It’s June, and the third Sunday is getting closer and closer. I still haven’t bought one, so I head to the store and make my way to the card aisle. My eyes scan the different options. “To the man who has taught our family so much . . .” Nope. …

Good Health Shouldn’t Be a Luxury

Jun 7, 2021
Being healthy shouldn’t be a luxury, but it is.  And the older I get, the more I understand just how many people cannot afford this. Let me give you a real-life example: I have been “unhealthy” all of my life, although I didn’t know it. You see, I have suffered …