Grown in Faith

Many people are constantly in a state of self-discovery. They read horoscopes, books, magazines, and any other outlet that offers to tell them, more about themselves. Some completely change their identities from their design, not realizing their beauty, just as they are. Just as they were created. Some fall into worldly fads or dysfunctional societal…

My walk with God is not dependent on a religion, but a relationship with Him. Religion has not been what has saved me in my times of need. God did. I have so much Faith in Him, because I am well aware of my need for Him. I want God in my life. Friend, at…

If overthinking were a job, I bet I would be quite well-to-do Money would come naturally as I overthink something new Though in reality, it leaves me feeling drained and poor Always worried, in a hurry, not trusting what God has in store If overthinking solved problems, I would surely know it all Instead, I…

Almost a year and a half ago I was blessed with the opportunity of becoming a stay at home mom and wife. Allowing me more time for what matters most; my faith, my family, and more time to really pursue my writing. I had been a cosmetologist at my salon at the time, for many…

I long for a place I have yet to be As our Savior says; “come, follow me” Where the burdens that I have carried for so long Becomes weightless and free, as I’m where I belong Where pain, sickness, grief has no place A joy filled peace, given from grace I am longing to hear…

When God is truly in your heart, Your old sinful ways begin to depart There is a change in you that is made For the old ways have passed, as purity gets paved Fun looks different, as music sings a new melody Of the hope that sings like a symphony There is a light in…

“I know what to do.” My youngest assured me with these five words the other morning. I was talking him through a task that he needed to do at school. My maternal instinct was to guide and protect him. In that process, I forgot that he is growing and in that, proving every day, just…

My oldest son recently had surgery. As with any surgery, there are risks. As we sat in his room as he was being operated on; I felt peace, where I would normally feel fear. Every time I would start to feel even the slightest angst, I could feel God keeping me calm. I knew God…

Fight. With gentle words that echo through Stand. For the good to make anew Hope. In what can come from the ashes Love. That it will win where hate clashes Believe. What can be done through brokenness Care. To love through the messiness Prayer. Cease it not Remember. Love that can’t be forgot Faith. Wider…

“Good vibes” is a phrase often said. Though the sentiments are well intentioned; we as Christians especially, should not be saying it. It is said in a context that the happy energy that comes from ourselves can save or help someone. Friend, only God can do that. Only through Him can we truly help someone.…