Wit and Wisdom: Lessons on Life, Love, and Leadership

By A. Colette Rice

It is often said that words worth hearing are worth repeating. If you are looking for strategies to cope with life’s challenges with laughter and love, Wit and Wisdom has a word for you. Wit and Wisdom is an inspired collection of anecdotes, reflections and metaphors providing a vivid viewpoint on some of life’s most meaningful moments.

Today, advice is everywhere. Information travels the globe in an instant, giving everyone the power to comment and critique. Previous generations shared their wit, wisdom and well-worn advice on less public platforms, but their words remain powerful. Colette shares simple lessons for living based on timeless biblical principles, wise family counsel, common sense, and her personal journey. She blends humor and homegrown honesty to provide genuine, heartfelt guidance from a modern perspective. Wit and Wisdom is a treasure to be read and shared with anyone seeking common sense solutions in an increasingly complicated world.

“Rev. Colette Rice is a dynamic woman, sensational songstress, an electrifying speaker and a creative author.”  

 - Dr. Caretha Crawford,  

Caretha Crawford Ministries International

“Reverend Rice is one of the most requested speakers for WOE’s women conferences and retreats. Her infectious and transparent personality are what initially captivates anyone that meets her. But it is her dynamic ability to deliver God’s word in a way in which everyone who hears her speak walks away feeling awakened and empowered that makes her so endearing to most.” 

- Shankara J. McNair, Event Strategist

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• Language: English
• Publisher: iUniverse
• Release date: Feb 5, 2019
• ISBN: 9781532061820

A. Colette Rice

Colette Rice is an ordained minister who holds a BA Degree in Biblical Studies with a concentration in Pastoral Care. She is a gifted preacher, teacher, writer, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, using her platform to inspire others to gain insight into the tools of empowerment for victorious life and living. Colette was born and raised in Philadelphia. She now resides in Maryland currently serving as Executive Pastor of a 10,000-member church in Prince George’s County, Maryland.

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Contents

Introduction

Section 1 Life

Chapter 1 Lasting Impact

Chapter 2 Limitations

Chapter 3 Listening

Chapter 4 Liberation

Chapter 5 Little Things

Section 2 Love

Section 3 Leadership

To God—You are the lifter of my head!

In loving memory of my parents, Ned and Sarah Rice, for nourishing me richly from their deep well of wisdom. While the pain of missing them is often unbearable, the indelible imprint their deposits made on my life serve as a daily reminder that they are always with me.

To my big baby sister, Toniere, whose courage fascinates me and whose heart for me sustains my faith in unconditional love.

To my muse, Tarryn, whose love, friendship,