Yolonda Tonette Sand

✍🏾 Author | Playwright | Scholar | Bible Believer
💜 Writing Prompts | Inspiration | Real Talk
📍Wife | Mom | Daughter | Sister | Friend

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Getting my real estate license is an idea that has been percolating for a long time. The timing was never quite right…until now. This is another faith step for me, and I’m excited to see what unfolds.

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Thank you @HofferAward!

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Growth is rarely comfortable.

The moments that stretch us are often the moments God uses most.

What feels like a setback today may actually be part of God's preparation for tomorrow.

How has God used a difficult season to help you grow?

#WednesdayWordsOfWisdom #SpiritualGrowth #FaithJourney #ChristianEncouragement #FaithThroughTrials #GrowingInGrace

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Connecting with Christ | Week 22: God of Mercy
God's mercy is renewed every morning.

It is never too late to come to Him.

Lamentations 3:22–23 (NIV)

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#ConnectingWithChrist
#GodOfMercy
#NewEveryMorning
#Faith

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I’m honored to share that the 20th Anniversary Revised Edition of Soul Matters has been recognized by The Eric Hoffer Award (@HofferAward ) as both a Grand Prize Short List selection and an Honorable Mention recipient.

Twenty years later, I remain grateful that this story continues to resonate with readers. Thank you to everyone who has supported, encouraged, prayed for, and believed in this journey.

Haven’t read Soul Matters yet, or want to experience it again? Get your copy at https://t.co/oPgxxF9Kgb.

#SoulMatters #EricHofferAward #AwardWinningBook #ChristianFiction #IndieAuthor #WritingCommunity #BookAward #YolondaTonetteSanders

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We make plans. We set goals. We try to map everything out. (Maybe that's just me!)

But real peace comes when we place those plans in God’s hands.

He sees what we cannot.

What is one area of your life you need to fully commit to God?

#WednesdayWordsOfWisdom #CommitToTheLord #FaithOverControl #BiblicalWisdom

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Today’s Writing Tip Tuesday: Start before you feel ready.

Clarity often comes after we begin, not before.

Progress creates momentum, and momentum makes writing easier.

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#WritingTipTuesday #WritingTips #AmWriting

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Connecting with Christ | Week 21: I’m Worth It
People may forget, disappoint, or fail us, but God never will.

Your worth is secure in His love.

Isaiah 49:15–16 (NIV)

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#ConnectingWithChrist
#ImWorthIt
#GodsLove
#Faith

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Weekend Writing Challenge: The Words You Couldn't Say

Sometimes silence says more than words ever could.

This weekend, write about something that needed to be said but wasn’t.

#WeekendWritingChallenge #WritingChallenge #WritingPrompt #IWrite #JustWrite #WritingCommunity #WritersLife #WritersSupportingWriters #CreativeWriting

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God has already placed something meaningful inside of you.

Your gifts, your calling, your purpose.

Growth happens when we choose to steward what He has given us.

How are you using your gifts in this season?

#WednesdayWordsOfWisdom #Purpose #FaithInAction #ChristianLiving

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Today’s Writing Tip Tuesday: Write for clarity, not complexity.

Your writing is strongest when your audience clearly understands your message.

Know your audience and write with them in mind.

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#WritingTipTuesday #WritingTips #AmWriting

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Connecting with Christ | Week 20: Finding Your Strength in God
God does not promise a trouble-free life, but He does promise to be our refuge and strength. Check out my conversation with Chelsea Elliott @somocomlab.

Psalm 46:1 (NIV)

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#GodOurRefuge
#TrustGod
#Faith

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Weekend Writing Challenge: Unfinished Business

Not everything reaches a clear ending.

This weekend, write about something left unresolved.

#WeekendWritingChallenge #WritingChallenge #WritingPrompt #IWrite #JustWrite #WritingCommunity #WritersLife #WritersSupportingWriters #CreativeWriting

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Some seasons feel heavier than others.

Pain has a way of making us feel distant and alone.

Yet God draws closest in those very moments.

When have you felt God near in a difficult season?

#WednesdayWordsOfWisdom #GodIsNear #HopeInGod #BiblicalEncouragement

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Today’s Writing Tip Tuesday: Watch for repetitive words.

Words like just, really, and very can quietly weaken our writing when overused.

Reading your work out loud can help you catch what your eyes miss.

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#WritingTipTuesday #WritingTips #AmWriting

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Connecting with Christ | Week 19: Our Loving Shepherd
God’s correction and protection both flow from His love.

He leads us like a Shepherd who knows exactly what His sheep need.

Isaiah 40:11 (NIV)

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#ConnectingWithChrist
#OurLovingShepherd
#Psalm23
#TrustGod

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Weekend Writing Challenge: Her Influence

Some people shape our lives in ways we don’t fully understand until later.

This weekend, write about a woman whose influence made a lasting impact. For me, that woman is my mama. Rest in peace, pretty lady! I miss you something fierce!

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The future can feel uncertain.

So many unknowns. So many unanswered questions.

But God has never been uncertain.

What helps you trust God when you don’t know what’s ahead?

#WednesdayWordsOfWisdom #TrustGod #FaithJourney #ChristianEncouragement

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Have you ever written something that works… but still feels flat?

Today’s #WritingTipTuesday: Focus on what your reader feels, not just what happens.

Small shift. Big impact.

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Connecting with Christ | Week 18: He Cares for You
You were never meant to carry it all.

Give it to God. He cares for you and will sustain you.

Psalm 55:22 (NKJV)

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#ConnectingWithChrist
#GodCares
#TrustGod
#Faith

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Weekend Writing Challenge: The Unexpected Door

Some doors appear when you least expect them.

This weekend, write about a door that opens and changes everything.

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