11 Sheryl Lee Ralph Quotes on Confidence, Faith, & God

Sheryl Lee Ralph, a class act with beauty and grace, was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame today (April 16) in Los Angeles.

Ralph started her singing career at a young age in church choirs. From her role as Deena Jones in the 80s Broadway musical Dreamgirls, to the sassy yet sanctified Barbara Howard on Abbott Elementary, she's inspired viewers with her undeniable talent and wise words.

Here are 11 Inspirational Quotes From Sheryl Lee Ralph About Confidence, Faith, and God.

1. "Sometimes, it's your day. Sometimes, it's not your day. But if it's a good day or a bad day, you got to thank God because you have a day."

In an interview with Sisters, Sherly Ralph shared life lessons and wisdom she's gained over the years. Ralph explained that she learned how to find her joy and make good choices even when life isn't fair.

She recounted her father's teachings and expressed gratitude for how her parents loved her. She has taken that same love and shown it to her two children, Etienne and Ivy-Victoria.

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2. 'Faith is that blessed thing that makes broken wings fly."

   
   

Ralph was honored at Variety's Faith & Spirituality in Entertainment Awards. She gave a moving speech about the role faith has played throughout her career and sang a rendition of Vanessa Bell Armstrong's 'Faith That Conquers'.

3. Don't give up...the best is yet to come and I'm here to receive it.

   
   

4. "If you are not here tomorrow, something will change for someone."

5. "Don't you dare get tired now, because the road has been built. Your crown has been paid for. Wear it."

6. "People don't have to like you, people don't have to love you, they don't even have to respect you, but when you look in the mirror, you better love what you see."

   
   

   Ralph gave an empowering speech at the 2023 Critics Choice Awards. After winning Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series, she delivered a motivational message.

   
   

   

   
   

7. "Be good people, be kind people. Be Christian people, don't act like Christian people."

   
   

   After being stopped in the store by one of the congregation members, Sheryl Lee Ralph decided to pay a visit to The Temple of Praise in Washington, D.C.

   
   

   Although she was tired from traveling, she took the encounter as a sign that God intended for her to be there that Sunday.

   
   

   
   

8. Life is not always easy, but believe me, you can handle it because God is on your side!"

9. "Don't give up, because it gets greater--later."

10. "Choose love over fear, and you will always find a way forward."

11. "If it is meant for you, it will not miss you."