Your pain is not meant to define you... We’ve all been hurt, Reader. Especially in relationships. And for many of us, that includes the church. Church hurt is real, and it can leave deep wounds. But here’s a perspective that changed everything for me: hurt isn’t proof that we should shut down—it’s proof that we’re engaging, connecting, and growing.For a long time, I built walls to protect myself from pain. I thought that by keeping my heart guarded, I could avoid being hurt again. But...
14 days ago • 1 min read
It is rather how you live with it that will matter... I had a moment this week when I realized something important: life keeps moving forward, whether I feel ready for it or not. Growth is not linear—it doesn’t pause for us to catch up. And the truth is, the more we step into new opportunities, the more overwhelming life can feel. This week, I was simply going through my days—doing new things for my business, meeting new people, and pushing myself outside of my comfort zone. I should have...
21 days ago • 2 min read
Your body is a sacred vessel, healing begins from within, and God is renewing you... Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, a season of reflection, repentance, and renewal. But in truth, any time is an opportunity to turn back to our Creator, Reader. Lent isn’t just about giving something up—it’s about making space for God to restore us. When I was a teenager, I noticed how loudly my body spoke. The quickening pulse of stress. The hollow ache of loneliness. The deep exhale of relief when...
28 days ago • 1 min read
We live in such a time as this... In today's world, it’s easy to let our time, focus, and energy slip away—like the world is conspiring to steal them. Every notification, every swipe, and every distraction seems designed to keep us from what truly matters. And when we’re not intentional, it doesn’t just take away our productivity—it can slowly erode our relationship with God, too, Reader.But here’s the truth: if we’re not ahead of the game, it’ll continue to rob us. I’ve been rethinking how I...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
When money becomes your identity... Just like anything else in life Reader, when something other than God takes center stage—when our identity is wrapped up in money, success, or security—we begin to experience symptoms of imbalance: lack of peace, lack of love, lack of self-control. A sense of lack in general.We were created to have a relationship with God, where He is at the center of it all. It’s in our DNA. When He isn’t, we feel it—whether through fear, worry, or striving for things that...
about 1 month ago • 2 min read
Find the love that has been seeking you all along... Reader For a long time, I feared love.I wondered what others thought of me.Was I worthy of love?Would I ever find someone who truly sees me?What if I get lost in love?What if I lose myself along the way?What if the love I seek doesn’t come?Am I enough as I am?Do I need to be something different to be loved?Will someone ever love me the way I’ve always dreamed?Until I found a love that erased all my fears. I read a scripture that spoke to my...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
It is all about abiding over striving... Have you ever felt like you’re doing all the right things but still feel stuck, pushing forward yet doubting if you’re on the right path? I’ve been there. I’ve had moments where I take the first step, hoping to find clarity, only to feel exhausted and disconnected—disconnected from God’s love, from peace, from joy.But then Reader, I stop, and it hits me: it all starts with love—His love. Without that foundation, everything becomes striving. It’s like...
2 months ago • 2 min read
New Year, New Anxieties? As the new year begins, I’ve found myself feeling overwhelmed. The weight of a fresh start, the desire to accomplish so much in 12 months, can feel daunting all at once. But as I sat with these feelings, I began to understand something important about myself, Reader.For a long time, I’ve struggled with a deep-seated fear of the unknown, especially when it comes to new beginnings. I know I am not alone in this... But lately, I’ve realized that part of my anxiety stems...
3 months ago • 2 min read
Trusting God isn't about trying harder... As we close out 2024, I find myself reflecting on the struggles and dreams we all carry. Whether it’s anxiety, unfulfilled goals, or the pressure to “be further along” in life, these burdens can weigh heavily on our hearts.My Sophia (you as an avatar) is full of wisdom and has her own dreams—to move, to get married, to step into her value, her next big goal, leadership. But the waiting can feel overwhelming, especially the doubts that creep in during...
3 months ago • 2 min read