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Ten Reasons Why Marriage is Still Beautiful

Posted by Deeda on Friday, November 5, 2010, In : Family 

Divorce rates in our society today are sky-rocketing. Common law marriages and live-in partnerships are being substituted for the Godly commitment of marriage. At least sixty percent of married couples come to an end before within twenty five years. What is it about this Godly institution, which people today seem to dread to commit to completely? Is it possible that marriage has become old-fashioned and therefore lost its appeal? Do people simply not understand the original purpose of marriag...


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The Legitimacy of Fast-Track Parenting (Part 2)

Posted by Deeda on Thursday, October 21, 2010, In : Family 

Of the conventional social responsibilities and choices that we have to make as individuals, parenting seems to have been hit the hardest by issues of rights and legality. The result of this trend continues to place our so called rights above our response-ability to do right. A suitable analogy is the act of mortgaging our conscience at the expense of being legal. We cannot discipline our children today for fear of being accused of unfair treatment and abuse. Parents who should instinctively ...


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The Legitimacy of Fast-Track Parenting (Part 1)

Posted by Deeda on Saturday, October 16, 2010, In : Family 

Fast food, instant coffee and quick fixes; a few words that well describe our acquired and legitimate way of life on the “fast lane”. Nevertheless, can we truly afford to deal with the delicate subject of parenting in the same way we do our “on the go” meals? Parenting comes with such intuitive and divinely orchestrated responsibilities that a few hours of parenting class prescribed by a psychologist or social worker is never enough to deal with the core issues that are associated wit...


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Will The Real Fathers Please Stand Up!

Posted by Deeda on Wednesday, June 23, 2010, In : Family 

My good friend called the other day, weeping like a baby.  Apparently, she had been bitten by the “Father’s Day bug”. A few years ago, she lost her father whom she loved dearly, in a battle with the big C. Ever since, she periodically succumbs helplessly to episodes of grieving. Episodes that would make anyone wonder what a wonderful man her father must have been. 

Most daughters tend to be “daddy’s girl” indefinitely. I can say this with such conviction because my dad was my be...


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Living Sacrifice or Marriage Martyr?

Posted by Deeda on Saturday, June 19, 2010, In : Family 

The other day, I invited a friend to an outreach dinner meeting for ministers and she never showed up.  She was not one to miss an opportunity for fellowship like that. So, what happened? After speaking with her, this was what I learned. She, along with some other members of her congregation, had to take their “first lady” out of town in a hurry. This was because she had been beaten to a pulp by her tongue speaking, demon chasing Bishop husband. My first reaction – “why on God’s ear...


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Hilda Hilda "Deeda Adokpaye" is a Naturopath, Minister, and Writer. Click on the "About" page to learn more.

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