What are you giving up?

Lent began this past Wednesday and is also known as “Ash Wednesday”. I’ve decided to participate in lent this year because when I think about all the blessings that have been bestowed upon me, surely I can give up my wants in order to get closer to God by clearing out some of the unnecessary…

Why Wait?

It’s 2013 and at the beginning of a new year many people take the time to start anew by writing down new found goals or changes they would like to make in their lives. This isn’t necessarily a bad thing; however we must  not wait for a new year or a new day to make…

Hurt Again

No More Pain Hurt occurs in one’s life multiple times over a life span.It is how we deal with hurt that matters most when issues of the heart come into play. I believe when dealing with matters of the heart and getting past hurt we must first remember that: Proverbs 18:21(KJV) Death and life are in the power of…

Emotions

Emotions, Emotions, Emotions! How can they be controlled!?!? What to do?!?!?! How to stay strong and not be offended?!?!  Remember Life Isn’t Fair! Can you imagine if every day of our lives went perfectly and as we assumed they should go? I don’t know about you but that sounds pretty boring. Even though trials and…

Don’t be weary

Have you ever felt unappreciated? Weary? Hated on? Judged? Well I have a word for you 🙂 The bible says For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. ~Jeremiah 29:11~ Don’t those words just…

Understanding

Many times in life we ask questions like why me or why am I going through this? We are not necessarily trying to question God but what we are really often times seeking is understanding. Remember God has a divine purpose and plan for us all. Rather than asking why me or why am I…

Anxiety

Have you ever felt overwhelmed, worried, stressed, or fearful? As we tend to get older the strains of life get larger and harder to deal with. Stress is often a big factor in having anxiety or worries. I am writing this to let you know that trouble doesn’t last always. Throw your cares and worries…

Come Near

James 4:8  Come near to God and he will come near to you. Wash your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded. Everyday and at any time you can and will be tested. Whether it be your patience, time, trust, or love at any given time during the course of your day, it…

Lost

Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.   So many times in life you find that as you are growing, so many others are not. As we get older our lifestyles should change…

Disappointment

Matthew 10:31  So don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows. How often are the expectations that we set for ourselves or others somehow never attained? Disappointment is a terrible and overwhelming feeling. The feeling of failure and regret.  Whether it be with yourself because you aren’t where you would like to be…