Sandy Florence Music Ministry

The following story is to make aware of the danger behind a vicious tongue.  James 3:5, Even so the tongue is a little member and boast great things.  See how great a forrest a little fire kindles.  We're no longer members of any church.  Only few selective churches may be considered okay and within reason.

My husband and I were members of a small church in Morris County, NJ. Our Pastor was an awesome man of God, and he retired when diagnosed with skin cancer. We were members of this church for at least 6 years, never had an issue with anyone, until I made the decision to sing for the Lord and problems began. The more I sang for Jesus, the more I healed from depression, so I wasn't going to let go of my blessing. The attacks of the enemy intensified in attempt to discourage me from singing. Then a young preacher was soon hired as pastor for our church, and the biggest mistake ever. He deceived many to believe he was authentic. His tongue was sharper than a sword, for he gossiped and created dissension for any church. He was also inappropiate with his stare and made it uneasy for me to perform in church.  He was a very sick young man, and troubled in his heart.  We reported the issue to the deacons, but instead they asked us to leave the church! Only God knows what kind of gossip escalated from this issue, and we were deeply distraught. I was still healing from depression, we were also experiencing infertility issues; and we didn't have family members who were supportive during our trials.

I finally conceived my first child, and our daughter was born on Christmas Eve. Soon after, our music ministry began to take root. Then my health issues developed after our daughter was born.  We were also unsuccessful to not find a church that was wise and trustworthy.  I still continued to sing irregardless of my health.  Unbeknown to us, strange gossip escalated against us.  Every church we attended would suddenly become our enemies!  Naughty jealous people, from past churches, would dare connect with any church we visited to spread lies; and our music ministry was criticized.  To my amazement, We gained enemies at different churches; and our daughter was at risk, for few Sunday School Teachers were not to be trusted.  But SHAME on gullible people who believe gossipers.  It felt as if we were being spied for no good reason.  Instead of having church people support and encourage us during our trials, we were instead belittled and treated as if we were issues.  Until today, I still don't know what I did wrong and what was said in gossip.  I do know with all assurance where I "Stand" as a "LADY", as a "Christian Artist & Songwriter", as a "Wife & House-Wife", "Mother" and "Home-School Teacher" to my child.

Many years ago, witches were burned at Salem, MA. They were punished for their wicked deeds.  I don't see the difference between a witch and a gossiper, for gossipers should be hung for their deceptive tongue; and people who believe the lies of gossipers are just as guilty. People's reputation and their lives can be seriously at stake on account of LIARS!  It's insane!  A fake preacher and his venomous tongue is witchcraft.