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Sleep Paralysis or Spiritual Attack? My Experience
By Toni Crawford One day—or maybe it was one night, I can’t remember—it was so long ago. I was lying on my mom’s bed, and she was right next to me, watching a show or a movie. I was either trying to fall asleep or just waking up when suddenly I felt a heaviness, as…
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When Doing ‘Everything Right’ Still Breaks Your Heart!
By: Toni Crawford I met him through one of my brothers. He was attractive, working, a Christian—and not to mention about five or six years older than me. I’m grateful that my brother spoke highly of me, and that it sparked his interest. But as I got to know him through talking and dating over…
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Through His Eyes: Healing From the Lies of Bullying!
By: Toni Crawford I recall being bullied throughout my entire school experience, from elementary school to high school. My hairstyles weren’t approved, my clothes weren’t approved, and my looks definitely weren’t approved either. I was very slim for a long time, and my body didn’t develop as quickly as other girls’. As a result, I…
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Covered: A Story of Divine Protection
Written By: Toni Crawford Have you ever found yourself face to face with danger? There have been many times when I have, but I’ll dive into that a little later. I grew up in a not-so-nice neighborhood in North Philly. Yes, there were good moments there, but if I’m being honest, it was still a…
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The Stranger!
By: Toni Crawford I recall a few times while growing up when I would look in the mirror at myself. As I stared back, I could see how much my mom and I look alike. But then a thought would cross my mind—my mom didn’t make me on her own. I often wondered, and still…