Let me ask you something, what is the most priceless thing you have?
Maybe it’s your home, the place where life happens and memories are made. Maybe it’s a piece of jewelry passed down from someone you loved fiercely, like my grandmother’s diamond ring, which I treasure more than I could ever explain. Maybe it’s the person who has your back, no matter what, no questions asked. My husband is that person for me, and I don’t take that lightly for even one second.
And then there are my grandbabies and my nephew. Honest to goodness, they are the biggest bonuses I never saw coming. The kind of joy that sneaks up on you and just wrecks you in the best possible way.
But if I’m being real with you, and you know I always am, my most priceless possession is something I didn’t earn, didn’t deserve, and could never buy. It’s the salvation I’ve received from my Father, God.
This past week, I had the absolute privilege of watching our son Jason get baptized in the Escatawpa River. I can’t even put into words what that felt like. A few years ago, my sister and her family traveled all the way to Israel and were baptized in the Jordan River. Both moments, so different and so deeply personal, were symbolic of the same powerful truth: a public declaration of faith, of being buried with Christ and raised to walk in new life. That never gets old. Ever.
I was baptized at Dayspring Church in Mobile. I’ve never been one to take the straight road anywhere. So my walk to find Jesus, and to really understand His love and forgiveness, was a long and indirect path with many twists and turns. But thankfully, God was continually redirecting my steps to get me where He wanted me to land.
I hit the lowest point I could imagine. Rock bottom. Hopeless doesn’t even cover it. And right there, in the middle of all of that, God showed up. He sent a new pastor into my life, someone who happened to be buying a house I had listed, who invited me to the church he was about to lead. I hesitated, as I had not found a church I felt at home with, and honestly, had not really tried too hard. But something nudged me, and I went. That pastor, Brett, who is now my real estate partner, God has a sense of humor, doesn’t He, poured so much grace and truth into my life that everything changed. I went from feeling like I was losing everything to realizing I was an heir to all of His blessings. That’s not a small thing. That’s everything. And thank God, Brett and I continue to work together now as a team to bless our own agent partners, and as many of our clients and friends as we possibly can. Our goal continues to be to help every man, woman, and child know the love and truth of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior.
As we head into Easter, I find myself thinking about new beginnings, the way spring just shows up after a long winter and reminds you that nothing is really over. That’s exactly what Easter is. Death is not the end. Winter is not the end. Your worst season is not the end.
Jesus lived a sinless life, went willingly to the cross, and overcame death, not just to give us a new way, but to give us a way out of every hopeless moment we will ever face, and a path to eternal life with Him in Heaven. That is the most priceless gift anyone has ever been given. Full stop.
And here’s the thing about God, He will show up when you least expect Him. Sometimes we have to get desperate before we finally get on our knees and ask for help. I’ve been there. I know how that feels. But He is always there, always for you, always ready. You just have to choose Him. Jesus said, “God is the way and the truth and the life. No one shall come to the Father except through me.” John 14:6. Choose Him today!
So as you celebrate this Easter season, whether you’re coloring eggs, hosting family, or just enjoying a quiet morning, I hope you’ll take a moment to remember what it’s really about. The sacrifice. The resurrection. The gift that changes absolutely everything.
From my heart to yours, Happy Easter. 🐣
With love (and a little sass),
Leslie
P.S. If you’re searching for a church home or just need someone to talk to, reach out. I’m always here. And if you happen to be buying or selling a home this spring, well… let’s talk about that too. 😊