Storms can be terrifying. I do love cozy thunderstorms, but the storms in life I could do without. Weather storms and life storms come in many forms: rain, thunderstorms, hurricanes, and tsunamis - or a difficult day, heated arguments, situations out of our control, panic attacks, loneliness, grief, addiction, and more. The reality is clear: … Continue reading Before, During & After The Storm
“I just wish there was a giant billboard sign telling me what to do”
Then Jesus told him, “You believe because you have seen me. Blessed are those who believe without seeing me.” - John 20:29 NLT I’ve always wished for a giant billboard sign. Some major and obvious physical confirmation that the path I’m choosing is right. That the promise I’m standing on will pass. That the health … Continue reading “I just wish there was a giant billboard sign telling me what to do”
How To Stop Negative Thinking
I was waking up from a deep sleep and started remembering my dream. Creepy, strange, real-feeling imaginations began filling my mind and making me feel gross and bothered. I tried to shake off the bad dream but throughout the day the thoughts kept coming to my mind. The strange dreams occurred again the following night, … Continue reading How To Stop Negative Thinking
Unqualified
God has been showing me scriptures that match so perfectly with what I need to hear. Bible stories have been guiding me with a next step, or comforting me in the midst of confusion, or strengthening me by reminding me that everything will be okay. I’ve desperately needed guidance because of facing challenges that feel … Continue reading Unqualified
The Power of Our Words
On a gloomy Monday morning, I walked around work telling people “gosh, I’m just so tired today”, laughing it off as just ‘one of those days’. It’s so easy to quickly begin speaking the first thing that comes to mind. Maybe in school you've quickly made a comment to your friend regarding someone else walking … Continue reading The Power of Our Words
Am I Attractive? Why Does Beauty Matter?
We get a LOT of messages about our bodies, especially on social media. Are we checking the current (ever-changing) boxes of what society views as attractive? It can be fun to lean into the latest trends, AND it’s important to feel good about ourselves. But, if you’ve ever caught a glance in the mirror and … Continue reading Am I Attractive? Why Does Beauty Matter?
Sexual Regret: How to Move from Guilt to Healing
Every time I see a post on sexual sin, my stomach drops. It’s like every bone in my body is triggered, knowing something I read could make me feel guilty again. So if you’re in the same place as me, thank you for taking a chance and clicking on this article. I could’ve written this … Continue reading Sexual Regret: How to Move from Guilt to Healing
Confidence Is…
Walking with my chin up Doing my hair and makeup everyday Smiling more often Being kind and outgoing to others Taking a risk and stepping out of my comfort zone Being proud of my body …these things are NOT confidence Maybe for a day, but not in the long run. If you read my previous … Continue reading Confidence Is…
What is Confidence?
I went into 2022 wanting to learn about confidence. To paint you a picture, I’d consider myself to be at an average confidence level. Say a 7/10? I can sometimes doubt myself or get nervous but I also don’t shy away from people or tasks. Still the word ‘confidence’ stuck to me and I eagerly … Continue reading What is Confidence?
Requiring Prayer’s Outcome
Have you ever prayed for something and then thought, “what’s the point of asking if God doesn’t answer it?” It’s okay, me too. My Dad is in the hospital for COVID right now. He’s been there the last 7 days on oxygen. I’ve had an exhausting amount of prayers for my Dad. I want him … Continue reading Requiring Prayer’s Outcome
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