Grown in Faith

I was a single mom, with two young boys. I lived in a rough neighborhood. I made enough money to support my little family, though I did not have a lot. Though God always provided, there was not much I could offer. I worked hard and by God’s grace my bills were always paid, my…

It can be hard to live the Christian life so desired, when we are surrounded by a secular world. There are many avenues around us trying to separate us from God. Often, the majority of music that plays from various channels fills our minds and hearts with things that do not build us up spiritually.…

Have you ever watched a child learn to walk? Some seem to just get up one day and run. Meanwhile, some take their time; they slowly take their steps, learning to trust their feet below them. Like riding a bike; some children get on it and take off. Other kids however, beg their parents to…

They were mean, they were unkind Somehow grace, I must find For God loves even them They said hurt things, they made up lies Though mercy, mustn’t be compromised For God loves even them They tricked, they cheated and without any care Though in angers place, forgiveness must be clear For God loves even them…

We live in a divided and hurting world. For when the war being fought is spiritual, everyone is at risk and the only way to be eternally safe is to stay walking with the one in whom made it. Though we may still have trial in this world; our best line of defense is to…

I am not a Biblical scholar and I do not pretend to be. I am just a woman whom loves the Lord and does her best to follow Him. I have made my share of mistakes, though I have repented. God forgave me, long before I fully forgave myself. I still make mistakes and though…

Have you ever had a morning where you just wanted to stay in bed and rest longer? I had one of those days yesterday. I woke up and I had a list of things to do. I wanted to put it all off and go back to sleep. Though I knew, there were some things…

Have you ever listened to a band? It is so incredible how there are so many different types of instruments, all coming together to play the same beautiful melody. There is not one instrument more valued, then the other. For every instrument in its own sound, adds more beauty to the song being played. As…

My husband and I spent some time with a very special cousin of mine. She’s my first cousin, though I do not see her near enough. I always feel nostalgic with a special type of peace and joy after being with her. She is the oldest out of us bunch and I am the youngest;…

My Grandpa served in the army. At that time, there was no war to be fought; yet, he still came home with an incredible victory, while serving our country.  For while serving, a kind fellow comrade told him about the victory in Jesus. He went in as an ordinary man who loved his country and…