I Think I’m Backsliding …..

Posted on April 23, 2013 by dprodigalchild

“Life will break you. Nobody can protect you from that, and living alone won’t either, for solitude will also break you with its yearning. You have to love. You have to feel. It is the reason you are here on earth. You are here to risk your heart. You are here to be swallowed up. And when it happens that you are broken, or betrayed, or left, or hurt, or death brushes near, let yourself sit by an apple tree and listen to the apples falling all around you in heaps, wasting their sweetness. Tell yourself you tasted as many as you could.” - Louise Erdrich, The Painted Drum LP

The above quote applies to what my heart has experienced in the past four weeks. I don’t like writing about my personal issues on here but I’ve been absent. Here’s why: in the space of 4 weeks, my heart was broken on 3 three different occasions by 3 different people. Continue reading →

A Love That Hurts ….

Posted on March 25, 2013 by dprodigalchild

The popular pop artiste, Keri Hilson, sang a song that says “this love is taking all of my energy…..” while the well known Rihanna sang “… we found love in a hopeless place….” One thing that is common about these two songs is that both songs talk about a love that hurts, a love that’s painful, a love that breaks your heart, a love that steals your peace, a love that drains you of all your energy. Is that the kind of love that you have? Continue reading →

Lets Hangout!!!!! …. March 16, 2013

Posted on March 7, 2013 by dprodigalchild

Prodigal Shedren….

We totally need to hangout! I’ve had this idea in my head for a while now but I’ve just not had the time. Finally, I’m ready! As most of you might have noticed from some of my articles, I like to get personal sometimes and I just think it will be fantastic for us to interact in person …(well, almost).

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Enthronement…The Story of Esther

Posted on March 5, 2013 by dprodigalchild

There is something about God: when He is taking you to a greater height, he displaces people to put you in your right position. Even better is that he doesn’t do it in the hidden place, it broadcasts it so that the world will see. But before you can be enthroned in your rightful place, there are five (5) things you need to know and they are all found in the book of Esther Ch.1-2:

(1) The Process: Listen, when God is taking you to your position of destiny, it does not just happen overnight. It takes a process, it takes time but when it will happen, it take only but a second. In this stage, God causes your “enemies” to become too full of themselves. Esther Ch 1 vs. 10-12. The king ordered Vashti to appear before him and his council but Vashti refused! This is step one. As the saying goes, pride goes before a fall. Unknown to Vashit, she was in the process of vacating her seat for the rightful owner.. Hmmm “he that cometh after you is preferred than he that cometh before. …” Continue reading →

To Introduce Or Not To Introduce Lee Boo?

Posted on February 22, 2013 by dprodigalchild

Dear Prodigal Children,

I know it’s been forever since I wrote something but you cannot even begin to imagine how my life has been these past few weeks. It’s just been filled with all kinds of drama. Drama to the left, right and center… anyway that’s talk for another day.

So last weekend, I was having a conversation with one of my male “friends” and he kept insisting that he has no obligation to introduce his girlfriend to his friends as his girlfriend. Get? Ok, imagine this scenario: You are with your boyfriend and one of his female friends walks over to you guys and your boyfriend introduces you by your name, period. Nothing like “meet Funmi, my girlfriend…” is that a problem?

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For The Love Of Valentine….!

Posted on February 8, 2013 by dprodigalchild

Except you are living under a rock, you will know that what everyone seems to be talking about is valentine. “Who is your valentine?” “What are you getting your boyfriend?” “Any romantic dinner plans?” and many more are such questions that will flowing from the mouth of ladies in this season.

While I will not bore you by giving you the origin of Valentine, we all know it’s about lovers all around the world. So, typically, February 14 seems to be the day that most single ladies dread the most. Especially when all your friends are either in a relationship, married or engaged. As a single lady on valentine’s day, (especially one who is seeking to be in a relationship), you feel left out of the whole shenanigans. But does this have to be?

Who says valentine is only meant for lovers? Tell me who says that you, as single woman cannot be a part of the celebration? I’m particularly focused on ladies because we are the ones that tend to feel most affected when holidays such as this come around. So what can you as a single woman whose heart is dedicated to God do on Val’s day? How can you make valentine a lot more interesting for yourself? Continue reading →

Artist Profile: Meet “EJ” The Worshiper …

Posted on February 7, 2013 by dprodigalchild

“Praise”. That is one word that defines the passion that drives EJ as an artist. She is passionate about young people having a genuine relationship with Jesus Christ and giving all praises to him.

EJ is an upcoming gospel artist, a worship leader and a choir coordinator. She began singing at the age of 7. At age 13, EJ joined the choir at home church, RCCG Chapel of Praise Queens, New York. At age 18, EJ became the leader of the church choir, Potter’s Praise, and continues to do so. Continue reading →

Will You Please Be My Valentine?

Posted on February 3, 2013 by dprodigalchild

Wow! It’s February already and y’all know what that means, it’s Valentine! Now I know there are some people out there who have no expectations for this valentine; and having spend quite a number of valentine by myself, I know the feeling. Especially when all your friends are either in relationships, engaged or married.

Personally, I’ve never had a memorable valentine. There, I said it. I’ve always either spent February 14 at work or in school; it’s always been a usual day for me, nothing different. However, entering this year, I promised myself that regardless of what happens, I am going to make this Valentine a memorable one.

I intend to make it memorable by sending val’s gifts to three people (male/female) that I’ve NEVER met before. Keep reading to find out how YOU can be one of those three people. Continue reading →

Temptation ….. The Movie

Posted on January 31, 2013 by dprodigalchild

I just saw the trailer for Tyler Perry’s upcoming movie and I just have to say wow! I cannot wait to watch this movie. The very first thing that I noticed was the bible verse upon which I believe the movie is based:

“But he that is an adulterer,
for the folly of his heart
Shall destroy his own soul.”
-Proverbs 6:32

Wow! That verse rang so badly in my head I just could not believe how various situations in my life right now applied to this verse. Check out the trailer of the movie right here ….

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Alabaster Box – What the Meaning of this Song?

Posted on January 30, 2013 by dprodigalchild

Alabaster Box – Cece Winas; We all know this song. But what’s the real meaning? Here is the lyrics of the song.

“The room grew still As she made her way to Jesus
She stumbles through the tears that made her blind
She felt such pain, Some spoke in anger, Heard folks whisper
There’s no place here for her kind …..
Still on she came
Through the shame that flushed her face
Until at last, she knelt before his feet, And though she spoke no words
Everything she said was heard, As she poured her love for the Master
From her box of alabaster…….

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The Battered Woman Syndrome …

Posted on January 28, 2013 by dprodigalchild

domestic_violence This is a very sensitive and vital subject, and I hope I can help someone in this situation. Why do women stay with men who beat them up? I am a man and I must
say I have never laid hand on a woman, for obvious reasons, where would I hit?

Not the face, all my lady friends are pretty I wouldn’t want to hurt her face, where else can I hit? Her chest, Tummy, Come one, a woman is not designed to be hit. Her entire body frame is configured for amusement; there isn’t a part that accommodates a punch. So when you find a man beating up a woman, you see a man who has lost it and a woman who has almost lost it all: the man has beaten her emotionally, he has taken every ounce of self-worth she has.
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What’s the meaning of that song?

Posted on January 24, 2013 by dprodigalchild

How many of us actually understand the meaning of the songs that we listen to? I’m talking about gospel songs now and not “Kukure” or “Oliver Twist.” Do we take time to understand and search for the deep meanings behind these great songs that lead us into God’s presence?

Not until recently, I was a victim of just singing songs without really knowing the depth from which the writer wrote the song. I know songs minister to each of us in different ways but until we understand the depth and source of a song, we will always be missing out on something extremely important.

That is why I’ve created a new segment/page on this blog called “Song Meanings”. But I’m going to need your help. Here is how it works.

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Happy New Year!! & I’m Back!!!!

Posted on January 21, 2013 by dprodigalchild

Happy New Year to all of you dear readers and lovers of God’s truth. It’s a great year for us and I bless God that he has brought us this far. On Dprodigaldaughter, it’s “Our Year of Strength…” We have strength to do, to go and to come. Whatever plans, dreams and aspirations that you have this year, you have strength to achieve them.

So, I’m back! For the past one month, I’ve been in Nigeria just having the time of my life, especially in the presence of God and it was amazing!! But now, the holiday is over, I’m back in school and resuming work. (Do you want to see pictures? Yes? Leave a comment and let me know.)

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That “Long Distance” Thing ……

Posted on December 10, 2012 by dprodigalchild

Relationships are difficult enough as they are. Now add “long distance” to a relationship and it seems almost impossible to make it work. Can a long distance relationship really work? This is a really deep question and if you are looking for answers, well, I hope I don’t leave you more confused after reading this.

Personally, relationships scare the geez out of me. I mean, if I have any fear at all in this world, it has to do with relationships and marriages. You simply need God’s grace and wisdom. My experience with long distance relationships has been two-folded. I’ve seen it work out greatly for some people and I’ve seen it leave some people broken. So, yes it can work….. if you want it to… But, how do you make a long-distance relationship work?

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2012 Is Ending…… : Keep The Faith!

Posted on December 5, 2012 by dprodigalchild

First, I must apologize for my absence. As you all might know, it is exam season and so I’ve been busy with school. As the year draws to an end, I’ve found myself refelecting on this year and how everything worked out (or not.) What made 2012 different from 2011? What did I gain and what did I lose? Have you been doing some reflecting also?

I’m sure there are people thinking “oh well, there goes another year and I’m still stuck in the same spot.” “Is this how this year will end? And God will still not answer my prayers?” So many questions in our hearts, for the goals that were not accomplished and the dreams left unfulfilled. So what do you do? 2013 is fast approaching, where do you go from here? Continue reading →

Etiquette Of A Woman – Part 2 “I Don’t Like It When ……”

Posted on November 26, 2012 by dprodigalchild

Today’s piece, “I Don’t Like It When ..”, is the Part 2 of my series “Etiquette of A Woman”. If you have not seen part one, click here http://goo.gl/YgScF

For today’s piece, I asked various men from different backgrounds, specific things they do not like about the general appearance of a lady.

The question was “What is it about a lady’s appearance that turns you off?” Well, lets just say be careful what you wish for, because you just might get it. Here are the answers I got.

“Make up! Geezz I hate excessive makeup. Moreover, black girls don’t blush, so why do they add that stuff on their face? Also, this common multi-colored rubber slippers in Nigeria – Oh Gosh, I hate that too.” – Demola Ade

“The way they lock their hands up at the back, on their bum, maybe to hide away panty lines. I hate it, If you know you are wearing a pant with obvious panty lines, change it or something.” – Adebisi Adeyemi

“I hate the public display of a woman’s behind. The way women wear trousers and consciously or inadvertently show the middle line of their bums” e.g on Bike of while walking. (especially when they have stretch marks!) Oh, I also hate fake eye lashes.” – Tolulope Fash

“In the UK, it’s more in the summer, I call it the summer effect. Every lady just wants to reveal everything, all in the name of ‘its hot’. Moderation during that time is like 20%. Very very skimpy shorts and breast revealing tops. It’s just too much.” – Duke Abodunrin Continue reading →