Joy AllenAug 23, 20174 min readNo Pain, No GainEvery day, we subject ourselves to pain, inconvenience and discomfort. Some sacrifice sleep to study throughout the night while others...
Joy AllenJul 20, 20172 min readMaking LemonadeWe've all heard the old adage, "When life gives you lemons, make lemonade!" One thing is for sure - life happens! This blessed life God...
Joy AllenJun 30, 20171 min readTake ResponsibilityOne of the most important things any individual can do is take full responsibility for one's own protection and safety. As Americans, we...
Joy AllenJun 6, 20172 min readBetcha Can't Eat Just One!Years ago, Lay's potato chips coined a phrase that many would come to recognize and never forget - "Betcha can't eat just one!" The...
Joy AllenMay 10, 20172 min readLiving in FearAs a pastor, I'm often asked why I chose to open a business based on fear. After all, I'm also a preacher of the Gospel. How do I...
Joy AllenMay 3, 20172 min readGet Ready for the BOOM!There I was. I'd finally made the decision. I wanted to learn to shoot a handgun. My husband stood beside me in the local range as the...