Terri the Author

09/03/2026

Sometimes God will give you an assignment that makes you weep because you know the weight of what He is asking you to carry.

Early Tuesday morning around 4:30 a.m., I found myself wailing, crying out in worship, and speaking in my holy language as the Spirit of God spoke deep into my spirit:
“He sent His Word to heal.”

I asked, “But Lord, I’ve never gone through this before. How will they listen to me?”

Again, His response came with surgical precision:
“He sent His Word to heal.”

This morning, while meditating on Psalm 107:20 (KJV): “He sent his word, and healed them, and delivered them from their destructions.”

I laser-focused on those first four words:
“He sent His Word…”

Not my word.
Not my experience.
Not my qualifications.
His Word.

The Hebrew meaning paints a picture with intentionality—a release of an agent toward a specific target, carrying words strategically designed to accomplish an intended purpose.

And suddenly, I understood:
God doesn’t need me to have lived their story. He needs me to carry His Word to them.

The assignment may be heavy, but His Word heals.
His Word delivers.
His Word accomplishes what He sends it to do.

Speak, Lord. 🕊

09/01/2026

I'm watching this message by Bishop Clarence E. McClendon entitled "The Elisha Era: Supernatural Is the New Norm. 💥

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ovSJaiutcjk&t=1791s

“For many are called, but few are chosen” (Matt 22:14).

"See. the call of God is NOT enough to do the work of God. What's the difference between the called and the chosen? The chosen are the called who WAITED long enough in His presence to be sent."

Make sure you're sent. Otherwise, as bishop said, you'll be walking around with one of these "bastard anointings". 🫣

Terri Clifton

07/21/2026

When a Black woman speaks in the workplace, is her expertise being evaluated—or her identity?

Too often, the same contribution is ignored, minimized, or worse, labeled "aggressive" until someone else repeats it.

This isn't just an interpersonal issue. It's the lingering effect of historical stereotypes that have long questioned the authority and credibility of Black women in corporate spaces.

Organizations lose when expertise is filtered through bias instead of recognized on its merit.

Moving forward requires listening with intention, challenging unconscious bias, giving credit when it's due, and creating cultures where every voice is respected—not because of who delivers the message, but because of the value it brings.

Inclusive leadership is about ensuring excellence is recognized wherever it's found.

07/13/2026

No patient should have to depend on chance to receive appropriate pain management. 💥

That's what implicit bias does❗

And it has no place in healthcare‼️

It's especially devastating when you're a healthcare professional who recognizes the bias—and experiences it firsthand.

That experience, combined with testimonials and years of experience in healthcare, inspired my upcoming book, Pain Unbearable: Pain Management Disparities in the Black Community.

This research-informed work exposes inequities in pain treatment. The book moves beyond critique to provide context and clarity, tracing the roots of mistrust in medicine while illuminating how implicit bias and structural inequities contribute to undertreated and misunderstood pain.

Through thoughtful storytelling and evidence-informed discussion, this book sparks critical conversations about justice in healthcare while pointing toward meaningful reform and healing.

⏰ Release date: TBA soon

https://www.territheauthor.com/

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07/09/2026

Because it's in Him that I live and move and have my very being - Acts 17:28

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07/01/2026

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06/15/2026

Had a great time worshipping with Kenneth Copeland Ministries Faith and Fellowship Tour. 🙌🏽

In Courtney Copeland's llive podcast recording to get perspective on the spiritual status of the body of Christ today, guest Pastor Lozano said,

"He doesn't put people on stage just because they're gifted, but are they carrying the anointing?"

If the church can be led by the Spirit of God even in selecting praise and worship leaders, we'd see a mighty move of His hand! Because it's the anointing that'll draw people.

God's Spirit was all in that place! 🕊

06/08/2026

Happy birthday Bishop Clarence E. McClendon! May God continue to bless you with many more! 🙏🏽 🎉🎁🎊❤️

05/14/2026

I'm looking forward to this event on Women Who Lead!
I can't wait to support Debbie Prediger Karen Olsen Hall and ! 🎖

May 30th
7am (PST)

I highly recommend registering and watching. It'll definitely add value to your leadership style!

05/08/2026

A huge thanks to The Los Angeles Tribune Karen Olsen Hall

Leading unapologetically with . . .

Debbie Prediger Ashley Borromeo Gail A Larson Barbie Ray Nicole Cowley Jacqui Wilkinson Sheryll Mizell and more!