It was 2002, and Vincent Haywood was finally coming home after spending the past 11 1/2 years in prison. When Vincent stepped off the bus in Houston, Texas, ironically he was face-to-face with the site of his last robbery – a McDonalds.
In 2021 Vincent released his first book, “Testimonies Over Titles. From Prison to Promise.” We discussed his book and much more on The Determined People Podcast. Click on the link below to hear this mans story of strength and transformation.
Gossip is harmful. It hurts others, and we hurt ourselves when we participate in it. Let’s spend the energy lifting and inspiring our fellow man. We help others when we do this, and we help ourselves…
Every day, someone hurts someone else. This cannot be avoided because we live in an imperfect world. Things are broken, and relationships aren’t spared. Forgiveness, true forgiveness is hard. When you find it in your heart to forgive, remember that forgiveness is for you, not the offender…
Be at peace . Removing prejudices from your life is a great way to start on the road to peace. Practice gratitude regularly. A grateful heart leads to peace and contentment…
Our identity is not found in status, accomplishments or more stuff. We find our true identity by seeing ourselves the way God sees us. He sees us as His beautiful creation, and doesn’t consider our position in life. Something to consider…
Do you want more control over your life? Start with the one thing you can control: your attitude. With the right attitude, everything will fall into place whether you are at peace or in chaos…
Fear of failure has held so many people hostage. How many people have died with their music still in them? Fight through whatever is holding you back…
Jennifer Benson decided she needed to make a change in her life. Where as most people might change jobs or get a pet, Jennifer moved across the International Date Line to Kuwait. Things were working out at first. She had a job she loved, met and married a man, and even survived a tsunami in 2004. Then she started to become disillusioned. Jennifer had a decision to make…a very difficult decision: Lose the life she had spent years building? Or lose herself?
Here her story on The Determined People Podcast. Click on the link:
Whatever is holding you back from living a full life, get rid of it. It could be a resentment from a past hurt, a betrayal, or trauma caused by an abuser. Do the hard work on yourself. Your future self will thank you for getting rid of it…
