Tag Archives: Detra

Tough Times, Tough People & Lives that last after Their Over!

I wrote this article 2 years ago on this date. But somehow it never made it here. So in celebration of these thoughts which were good ones, I make this post today. Quite a few years ago my daughter TeNae … Continue reading

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Spiritual Fulfillment is not discovered through test-tube analysis.

Spiritual Fulfillment is not discovered through test-tube analysis…. Continue reading

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Presents in the Presence of the Spirit of God

I spent a good portion of today reading back through some of my sister Detra’s materials. I wish she and I could sit down and talk one more time. I wish she could have witnessed while she was alive (1944-2005), … Continue reading

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Why do I share Christ so much?

I am sure that many of you wonder why I’m always harping on spiritual topics. Hard question to answer. I know Paul felt similarly, because he said “woe is me if I preach not the gospel. It is like a … Continue reading

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Christmases Glad and Christmases Sad

I guess my favorite Christmas was the last Christmas that my mother was alive. All of our family gathered and everybody was in great health and in great spirits! I did not know it was to be my last Christmas … Continue reading

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Putting back on the thinner me britches!

I never have had much use for preachers that don’t practice what they preach. So I certainly don’t intend to be one. The problem with yesterday’s discipline is that it does not replace the need for today’s. In reference to … Continue reading

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A 59 Year Old Photo

I was born 59 years ago right here in Thomasville, NC, June 23rd 1959, to John Woodard Carter Senior and Mary Louise Carter. But Mama only wanted to be called Louise. She didn’t like her first name. My father was … Continue reading

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The Blessing of Friendship – Valentine’s Day 2018

If you will serve our Maker with a full and faithful heart, He will put people in your life strategically, when you need them. Seemingly from nowhere will come mentors and friends that He means to guide and lead you, … Continue reading

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Why do I wear the hat?

Why do I wear the hat? I am asked this question very often. This article was prompted by response to another “Friend / Quaker”, who also wears his hat daily as a part of their expression of faith. This writing is … Continue reading

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Facing Pain and Adversity with the Eyes of Faith

Problems are normal. Pain is real. We need not doubt the grace or mercy of God when we go through either. But allow God to so fill our hearts with courage and faith. So that we exhibit Christ’s character, even … Continue reading

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