When you release your preferences, God unleashes His promises. What are you holding on too tightly to? Give it up, and watch God bless you abundantly!

Rozonda Thomas, best known as Chilli, is a member of the best-selling group TLC, and she is also a member of the body of Christ. The 48-year-old Christian performer, beloved for hits like “Waterfalls,” “No Scrubs,” and “Unpretty,” is in love with Jesus and unafraid to broadcast it.

Repudiating, criticizing, and shaming folks on social media is par for the course nowadays. Almost everyone seems to do it. But as Christians, can we just for a moment acknowledge that doing such things goes against the kind of behavior Scripture prescribes? Would Jesus tweet that?

My aunt is an entertainment editor, so she watches television shows and movies for a living. Usually, not much bothers her, because she sees it all. It’s a part of her job. But last evening, she called me late and said she was sickened watching women of color tear each other down!

Many Christians try to water down their beliefs to be more relatable and end up choosing political correctness over biblical accuracy. Don’t make this mistake of attempting to be embraced by the world, because being a follower of Christ puts you at odds with the world. You will never fit in!

Do you want to be full of joy, strength and assurance that you’re in the will of God instead of being defeated, discouraged and ensnared by sin? God desires for you to grow in your faith and elevate to a higher level. You can achieve this id you’re willing to practice the 4 things strong Christians do.