Public Servants’ Announcement

We are starting a new sermon series called Overcome. Our lead scripture is from Revelations 12:11-12. In Overcome, we are giving our testimonies, because the Bible says in Revelations that the men overcame the devil by the blood of the lamb and the word of our testimony. Now, I will warn you, if you not ready to hear me get personal, to hear me reveal some private pieces of information about my li...

In this episode of Public Servants' Announcements with Mrs. Elicia Criss, we talk about everything from the year we worked together, needing private space to get work done, and why teachers have more ability to leave their career than most other professions. We also get into the pull we face to turn out side hustle into our main hustle, why so many teachers stay in education, and why there is a de...

In the series finale of Fruits of the Spirit, we finally talk about peace. This episode, however, goes in to so much more than just have peace, but its talks about my journey to find peace, and the struggle I have had with figuring out what peace really looks like. I dig in to my family history and how things that I saw as a child disturbed my peace growing up. I talk about the chase of money and...

In this episode of Public Servants' Announcements, we talk to former teacher, and current real estate agent, Mikey Abrams. We discuss his life as a teacher, what got him into it, and what made him want to leave. That is a shocker. We talk about the importance of Fine Arts in school, and how they prepare children for real life in a way that the education system is failing to do. He also gives a ver...

In this episode of Sermons to Myself, we continue the Fruits of the Spirits series with self-control. We use the stories of Jesus being tempted in the wilderness and David not killing Saul in the cave to explain not only how self-control is up to up, but how you will only be tempted by things you have the ability to do. We dig deep in to self-control, temptation, and why God allows us free will. G...

In this episode with Coach Jimmie Boyd, we talk about everything from the history of Dallas High School football, how it relates to today's high school basketball, the state of education, and much more. We hit on how parents can contribute to their child's learning in school, but also how they can best support the coaches they entrust their children to. Then we talk basketball and running basketba...

In this episode of Sermons to Myself, we continue the Fruits of the Spirit series with faithfulness. We use the parable that Jesus gives about stewardship to explain how faithfulness is not just about having faith in God, but about stewarding over what he has already given you. We use finances, but towards the end, we talk about stewarding over your time, and being faithful in that. Give it a list...

In our inaugural episode of Music That Saved Me w/ Josiah Devers, we listen to the song, And The Beat Goes On, by The Whispers. Josiah explains to us how this song helped him cope with his father taking a leave of absence from his life. Give it a listen.

In this episode with Assistant Principal Ashaunda Giles. We reminisce on a great time working together as English teachers as part of a dynamic trio. The third party in that trio is coming soon. But we also talk about how education has changed in the Ast 17 years. She gives her opinions about the difference in teachers and administrator personalities from the beginning of her career in education,...

In this episode of Public Servants' Announcements, we talk a lot about how teachers can make their classes more relevant without sacrificing rigor. It is a great follow-up to last week's episode, in which Dr. Bell discussed how he plans on preparing teachers. Mrs. Finley used a very similar method in her classes, and is now using it as an instructional coach at the district level. We also get into...

In this episode of Sermons to Myself, we continue the Fruits of the Spirit series with Kindness. We use the story of Zacchaeus and Jesus from Luke 19:1-10. We explain the difference, as I believe it to be, between goodness and kindest. I also talk about how I feel some people have let down the Kingdom of God, but it isn't a new thing. It has been happening since Jesus walked the Earth, and his enc...

In this season opening podcast, we talk with Dr. Adam Bell about the transition he is making into the lead role in the school building, principal. He also talks about leaving administration to go back into the classroom, teacher preparation reform, and the importance of making learning fun. Give it a listen.

In this episode of Sermons to Myself, we continue our series on the fruits of the spirit. This week we talk about goodness using the story of the Good Samaritan. The are a few other tidbits in here as well. Listen, and let me know what you think.

In this episode of Sermons To Myself, we continue the series on the fruits of the spirit. This episode we use the story of Jesus' "trial" right before his crucifixion and the story of the three friends to explain how we are expected to be meek. I also have a surprise twist/revelation in the story of Jesus' trial. You may just leave this podcast with a different view of one of the side characters....

In this season finale episode of Public Servants' Announcements, we talk with Daisha Jenerson about... well you see the length of this pod; we talk about EVERYTHING. This podcast is informational and entertaining, fun, and serious. I had to have the perfect guest for the end of this first amazing season of Public Servants' Announcements. Give it a listen, and tell me I'm right.

In this episode of Sermons to Myself, we continue our series on the fruits of the spirit. In this episode, we talk about patience. I talk about what makes patience so hard for me, but I also use the story of Abram and Sarai to explain the importance of patience to God, and we end with the unintended consequences of not having patience, and trying to "help" God.

In this episode of Public Servants' Announcements, we get to hear from another wonderful member of that Carter Junior High elite staff. Michael Bradley was not only one of the leaders on that campus from the classroom, but he was my next door neighbor. You get to hear how his life as a child impacted who he became as an adult and teacher. You will also realize very quickly in this episode how much...

In this episode of Sermons to Myself, we continue the Fruits of the Spirit series with our second fruit of the spirit, joy. We discuss how we all already have joy, but also how joy is cyclical.

In this episode of Public Servants' Announcements, we talk to travel nurse, Akhil Raju. We talk about everything from how he fell in love, planned a wedding, and got married while travel nursing, to how his religion and politics effects, or doesn't effect, his ability to care for his patients. We also get to hear a few cool facts about me that only someone who went to middle school and high school...

In this series of the Sermon to Myself section of the podcast, we explore the Fruits of the spirit and how they connect to God's calling on my life to be like a tree planted, bearing fruit in all season. This series is the answer to the question, "What fruit?" God answered, and I believe that his messages to me, start with love. Spread love first.

In this episode, not only does Mrs. Dietra Moore explain to us how our gifting can also be our curse, but she explains how teaching taught her to look at people as God's creation and not her project. And thats all in the first 15 minutes of this 100 minute podcast. the wisdom in this here podcast is something different. Give it a listen to learn you something.

In this series ending episode of Sermons To Myself, I talk about how the ultimate way out of mental health struggles is to truly began to love yourself. Listen for the scriptures that clearly show God and Jesus explaining the importance of self love and care.

In this episode of Public Servants' Announcements, we talk to an officer that we will call Joseph. He works undercover, but we actually spend a ton of time talking about the more political and legal sides of the law enforcement system. He gives some personal anecdotes about what made him want to become a police officer, why he left to pursue another career, and what he enjoys about he does now. Bu...

In this episode of Sermons to Myself we look at the story of the fall from grace in Genesis 3:1-10. We talk, not about the decision to take a bite of the apple and the consequences, but of the shame that was created by the additional knowledge. Shame is the basis of most of my battles with depression. Listen to find out how, why, and how I fight against it.

In this episode, we talk to an incredible teacher/coach about the mental and political aspects of teaching. She talks about burnout, how to avoid it, the mental struggle of giving yourself "me time", and the importance of constantly seeing growth. It was a great episodes with some wonderful gems and analogies.