
As a young man, Rashawn Copeland experienced both the tragedy of gun violence and the fortune of playing college football.


As a young man, Rashawn Copeland experienced both the tragedy of gun violence and the fortune of playing college football.

A few years ago, I was in a low place. My BFFs—Joan and Paula—noticed something was wrong as we sat down at one of our favorite restaurants. Over teriyaki chicken and hot and sour soup, they asked, “You aren’t yourself. What’s wrong?”

How many times a day do you check your phone? Oh, girl, I know I check mine far too many!

Several years ago, I had to say no to a woman who asked me to speak at an event at her church. Unfortunately, as gracious as my team and I tried to be with my no, she didn’t understand.

Back in college, I was on a worship team with my friend, Paul. He played the guitar, and I played piano. Every week, our small four-member team practiced so we’d be ready for the Thursday night Bible study in the student center.

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When you face the storms of life, do you ever ask, “God, don’t you care?” If so, you’re not alone, sister. Jesus’ disciples asked Him the very same thing!