The way we talk to ourselves and allow others to talk to us determines our mindset. I'm reading "Principal of the Path" by Andy Stanely and he states that it's our direction, not our intention, that determines our destination. The way we talk to ourselves sets our direction - we might intend to live life … Continue reading Self-Talk Determines Mindset
March 3, 2019, is the saddest day of my life, so far. My dad, age 58, passed away after being blindsided by pancreatic cancer. 30 days is all it took to turn our world upside down. I had wondered what would happen to my faith if I was hit with something that hurt so badly, … Continue reading Praying through the Pieces
Cool story share!!! The other day during my bible study and quiet time with the LORD, he said "let's go for a run" so I agreed, put my headphones in and started to run on my treadmill. 30 seconds in my treadmill shut off. Frustrated, I got on my bike but I still felt the … Continue reading Checking in or Checking off
"We cared so much for you that we were pleased to share with you not only the gospel of God but also our own lives because you were dear to us." - 1 Thessalonians 2:5 Sharing the ugly and shameful parts of life with others seems impossible. Who wants to "air their dirty laundry" for … Continue reading Sharing Our Lives
During my bible study this morning, I'm learning about joy in hardship. Weird concept right?! I don't know about you, but most of my days start with prayer and bible study, getting my mind right for the day, then without fail I close the book, something happens and I'm letting my emotions, frustrations, fears, and … Continue reading Learning to Fly
Hey all! It's been quite some time since I've written. My world has been full of chaos, unknowns, stress, a whole lot of breaking down and a newly found breaking free. Following Jesus and taking steps to live life more like Him isn't easy and being humbled every day can be quite painful. The last … Continue reading Breaking Free
Too many times I've found myself ashamed of who I am because I didn't please someone. Thought's of "I wish I were different so I didn't upset them" or "I wish I were someone else entirely because then they would like or approve of me." It's crazy how I can go through seasons and think … Continue reading Anxieties of a people pleaser
No, time control doesn't refer to time travel or the ability to stop time, however, I really wish I did have that power. The time control I speak of is the kind of control that I think I have over the day to day activities and situations of life. One of my spiritual gifts is administration. Makes … Continue reading Healing Anxiety of Time Control
Anxious and worried sums up my life pretty well. I've been blessed with the gift of planning and forward thinking. However, I haven't used this as a gift to trust God, but instead taken hold of it with all my might and I've gotten to the point where I'm living daily right on the edge … Continue reading How I’m Healing Anxiety through Humility (Day 1)
Ever been in a position where you looked the other way from what was right so you could do something you knew you shouldn't? I have many times, more than I care to ever admit, but carry around the 'shame' with me daily. It sure wasn't as black and white or as purposeful as - … Continue reading Are You Feasting on Foolishness or Truth?
