by Dr. Deanna Shrodes | Oct 9, 2024 | Writing, Authenticity, Transparency
One thing I’ve observed through the process of writing and publishing my story is that a lot of people live in terrible fear of sharing theirs. The reaction that some people have when they read my books, Worthy to Be Found and Restored, is as if I had told them...
by Dr. Deanna Shrodes | Mar 6, 2024 | Authenticity, Ministry, Reflection, Theology, Uncategorized
I wrote a book many years ago that is now out of print. I am so thankful it’s out of print because I don’t believe at least 25% of it anymore. I have lived, studied, and grown, and therefore some of the things I believe have changed since that time. I...
by Dr. Deanna Shrodes | Nov 28, 2023 | Authenticity, Leadership, Ministry, Reflection
Ever met somebody who fits in wherever they are because they change in whatever way they need to in order to accommodate the people around them? I’m not referring to those who are team players or possess good interpersonal skills. I’m not talking about...
by Dr. Deanna Shrodes | Aug 9, 2023 | Authenticity, Reflection
What if we were all gut-level honest in how we portray ourselves online and otherwise? Have you seen the popular lists people create on social media, sharing things about themselves? Usually, they are almost exclusively positive things. A few years ago, my friend...