Andrena Sawyer Quotes

When it comes to purpose and preparation, most of us want to skip the preparation part and get right to purpose, which is why we don't always get to truly enjoy and walk in our purpose. Don't despise the discomfort in preparation. It's the set-up for a firm foundation. Preparation ultimately ensures that we don't squander purpose.

~ Andrena Sawyer

Confidence is always the best accessory. Own the moment. Own your space.

~ Andrena Sawyer

I can't bring myself to watch yet another video, not because I don't care, but because we're all just a few videos away from becoming completely desensitized. The public execution of Black folks will never be normal.

~ Andrena Sawyer

Live boldly now. Later may not be an option.

~ Andrena Sawyer

Courage is making an unpopular decision and suffering through temporary discomfort because you know it will have the best long-term results.

~ Andrena Sawyer

Seek first the kingdom of God and all other things will be added to you. Don't worry about the things. Seek Him first and watch Him work in you.

~ Andrena Sawyer

Misery loves company. For the sake of your sanity, avoid entertaining her.

~ Andrena Sawyer

There are two types of limitations: those others place on us, and those we place on ourselves. One is more subtle. Both are equally dangerous.

~ Andrena Sawyer

As believers, our reaction to crisis reveals our heart toward God.

~ Andrena Sawyer

Lord, help us to choose humility over pride. Help us to choose love over our reputation. Help us to choose patience over making a point, and your Word over our feelings. Lord, help us to choose perseverance over the easy way out.

~ Andrena Sawyer

We are never short on opportunities to answer the call to assist the widows, support the homeless, stand up for justice and to preach Christ crucified and resurrected. That is the true calling of every believer.

~ Andrena Sawyer

The problem with social media is that it's great for your ego, but terrible for your sanity.

~ Andrena Sawyer

What God has for you, is for you. We can move forward with peace and confidence in that.

~ Andrena Sawyer

Our ultimate devotion is to be a reflection of a divine work that is continuously unfolding in our hearts.

~ Andrena Sawyer

Even if it's not appreciated, do your best. Integrity will take you further than acknowledgement.

~ Andrena Sawyer

If mistakes determine our worth, then we're all worthless.Thank God that's not the case.

~ Andrena Sawyer

The price of conviction has never been cheap, but it will always be worth it.

~ Andrena Sawyer

To my Black brothers and sisters, choose faith. As difficult as it is, choose faith—the kind of faith that we know without works is dead. The faith that raises awareness, educates the community, advocates, cares for the widows and feeds the orphans. Choose the faith that is compelled to action, but not controlled my anger.

~ Andrena Sawyer

Righteous indignation calls sin what it is. Bigotry is sin. Racism is sin. Oppression is sin. Control by fear is sin. Violence is sin. The quicker we can all admit that, the quicker the healing will begin.

~ Andrena Sawyer

Do not despise little beginnings. It'll all make sense as you're staring at an opportunity that you realize the difficult moments merely prepared you for.

~ Andrena Sawyer

If it comes easy, it will go fast.

~ Andrena Sawyer

One of the most difficult lessons life has taught me is that if, despite my best efforts, something is not working out, it may be time to step back and assess what other opportunities are coming my way.

~ Andrena Sawyer

One of the most difficult lessons life has taught me is that if, despite my best efforts, something is not working out, it may be time to step back and assess what other opportunities are coming my way..

~ Andrena Sawyer

God, unlike His creation, is always proactive and never reactive.

~ Andrena Sawyer

Regrets begin the moment we're comfortable with settling.

~ Andrena Sawyer

Whatever you do, be sure to do it well.

~ Andrena Sawyer

Life is hard. Find some really good people to walk through it with. It makes things a little easier.

~ Andrena Sawyer

The only way that getting older can be a bad thing is if you are not fully living in the moment now.

~ Andrena Sawyer

Imitation is the highest form of flattery. Try not to see it as an invitation to compete.

~ Andrena Sawyer

No one’s life ever goes as they planned. That truth alone should bring a sense of relief to everyone.

~ Andrena Sawyer

The kind of legacy you leave will only reflect the kind of life you lived.

~ Andrena Sawyer