So, I was sick a few weeks ago with a head and chest cold. It’s just me and my dog, so I didn’t feel bad about feeling a bit whiny. I couldn’t help but think, …
God In The details
Beyond Expectations | Embracing Grace and Kindness
I’ve been thinking a lot about grace lately. Not just the grace that God showers upon us but the grace we extend to ourselves. It’s a concept that often feels elusive, especially when I’m in …
Silence the Liar | Breathe Again
The Suffocating Liar Fear. It’s a primal emotion, a built-in alarm system that can keep us safe from danger. But sometimes, fear overstays its welcome. It morphs from a helpful nudge into a suffocating grip, …
When You Wake Up Feeling Yucky | Off-Kilter but Onward
Today, I woke up feeling a bit off. It wasn’t a specific ailment or a precise emotional state, just a general feeling of “yuckiness.” Have you ever had one of those days? Where everything seems …
Unlearning the World | A Deconstruction of Sorts
Deconstructing Our Worldly Selves Have you ever stopped to consider the beautiful paradox presented in John 17:15? Jesus prays to the Father, saying, “I do not ask that you take them out of the world, …
Is Fear & Worry A Sin? | Replacing Worry with Trust in God
Let’s be honest— Fear, worry, and anxiety are unwelcome guests that tend to show up at the most inconvenient times. Recently, I came across an article suggesting these emotions are actually sins. This got me …
Singleness & Strength | Finding Joy in Every Season of Life
Encouragement for Single Christian Women in All Stages of Life Being a single Christian woman can be a beautiful and multifaceted experience. It offers a unique opportunity to cultivate a deep relationship with God, explore …
Finding Peace in Pain | Exploring Christian Mindfulness for Pain Management
Chronic pain can be an overwhelming burden to bear. However, as Christians, we are called to seek solace and strength through our faith. Today, we’ll take a look at how mindfulness can not only alleviate …
Finding Strength in Vulnerability | The Story of a Healing Cry
You keep track of all my sorrows. You have collected all my tears in your bottle. You have recorded each one in your book. Psalm 56:8— NLT Have you ever been minding your own business, …
Beyond the Scale | From Broken Mirror to Beloved Daughter
The fluorescent lights of the dressing room cast a harsh glow, highlighting every curve and perceived imperfection. My teenage self, trapped in a sea of insecurities, felt like a misshapen pebble on a beach of …
Clothed in Grace | Shedding the Garments of Shame
Imagine being draped in shadows, where whispers of past mistakes echo endlessly and burdens of guilt weigh us down like chains. This, sadly, is the reality many face, bound by the crippling grip of shame …
The Radical Love Of God
The Bible tells us that God is love (1 John 4:8). But what does that mean? It means that love is not just an attribute of God; it is His very essence. God is the …