Psalm 23

A Psalm of David.The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. Even though I walk through the valley of  the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod … Continue reading Psalm 23

Liberated.

To be a believer and follower of Christ is so liberating. We are no longer bound by our transgressions. To experience a love that is so pure, sacrificial and forgiving brings a promising, unending joy and a calming peace. His love is all encompassing, with no gimmicks or fine printed details. It’s available to all who believe in Him (John 3:16-17), that He is the … Continue reading Liberated.

Growth Comes with Challenges

Background scripture: Jeremiah 12 ā€œSo Jeremiah, if you’re worn out in this footrace with men, what makes you think you can race against horsesā€ (Jeremiah 12:5, MSG)? This week has been a rough one. My patience and faith have definitely been tested. I’ve been feeling a little like Jeremiah lately. Not really understanding how people could be mean and cruel, but still prosper. Why were … Continue reading Growth Comes with Challenges

Love lifted me,  Love lifted me. When nothing else could help, Love, lifted, me.  Christ loves in spite of, And in the midst of, His love is ongoing His love runs over  There is no limit  No set number. His love doesn’t have an expiration date. He loves on our behalf, When we don’t have the energy or know how He teaches us He covers … Continue reading

Major Comeback for a Minor Set Back

ā€œBut he said to me, ā€œMy grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.ā€ Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on meā€ (2 Corinthians 12:9, NIV). This year has been a hectic, yet beautiful, yet perplexing year for me thus far. I have been on a journey of self-discovery … Continue reading Major Comeback for a Minor Set Back

Unapologetic

It’s no mystery why this song won Best Original Song at the Golden Globe Awards! It teaches us to embrace our uniqueness and scars. There are cruel people in the world who view different as obscure. ā€œThis is Me,ā€ is all about self-love, empowerment and growth. It’s easy to allow what we believe is a deformity to control our emotions, which stifles our ability to … Continue reading Unapologetic

Stay Connected

 Complacency as Merriam-Webster describes is,” self-satisfaction especially when accompanied by unawareness of actual dangers or deficiencies,” with an accompanying example as, “When it comes to safety, complacency can be dangerous.” Christians sometimes become complacent and comfortable. We walk through life “knowing” that we are in control. We do what we want to do and when we want to do it. Everything must happen according … Continue reading Stay Connected

Let it Go

Lately, I have been feeling jaded. I’ve been feeling lost and confused with the constant yearning for more. Out of this emptiness I have been seeking and asking for too much of my loved ones to fill a void that only Jesus can fill. When my actions seem overbearing, I realize that only the Father can bear all. Sometimes we look to humans or earthly … Continue reading Let it Go