Tag: bible
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Carried Not Crushed
This year did not unfold the way I would have chosen. It was a year marked by heartache and loss, by challenges that felt unrelenting, by fear that crept in quietly and grief that arrived without asking permission. There were moments when the weight of it all felt heavier than I knew how to carry.…
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When I miss the Mark
There are days when my heart longs to stand out in this world — not for recognition or applause, but as an image bearer of Christ. I want my words, actions, and demeanor to reflect His grace, His kindness, and His steadfast love. I want people to catch a glimpse of Jesus when they cross…
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I am Okay
It’s been one of the toughest seasons of my life. There have been days I didn’t think I’d make it — when the grief sat too heavy on my chest, when silence screamed louder than words, and when every prayer felt like it vanished into the air before it could reach heaven. I’ve cried in…
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Found in the Quiet of Easter
Easter is a celebration of life, hope, and resurrection. It’s a time when churches are full, lilies are blooming, and people gather around tables in their Sunday best. But what if you’re sitting in the quiet this year?What if Easter feels more like emptiness than new life? If you’re carrying loneliness this Easter—whether it’s from…
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Giving Grace Away
I confess that forgiveness—both seeking it and accepting it—is a battle I have yet to win. I have steeped myself in the wounding, anchored myself in the memory of the offense, and in doing so, I have allowed pain to take up residence in my heart. I have held on so tightly to the hurt…
Braving Authenticity 