He is in the unknown
The truth is this: we are ALL stepping into new callings right now. Our mission field has changed, our routines are thrown off and the pit of lies feels so much closer than it was pre-COVID-19. Are you reading this thinking YOU GOT THAT RIGHT? I am. We were thrown into this new way of living and a dire need to understand how to do it all. You know what God so clearly spoke over my mind and heart as I prayed to ask for HIS TRUTH this morning? I heard so clearly from the Lord thanks to a man th...
What Jesus has to say about your worth
Scripture tells us that we are part of the royal priesthood, which means we are chosen for a purpose. A purpose that cannot be taken away or minimized, and a purpose that is set to be used to further God’s Kingdom beyond what your heart could ever hope or imagine. The darkness of this world has zero claim on us because in Him we become the light of the world to see. “But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession, that you may declare the praises of h...
How to be a good friend and find good friends as an adult
Y’all, finding good friends as an adult woman is hard work. I’ve spent years investing in friendships, some that I’m still blessed with today, and some that fizzled out after a while, and I know how intimidating and confusing it can be to start seeking connections with good, growth-focused women. Because much like intentional dating, finding friends to do life with requires time, discernment, patience, and a lot of practice. So, why do it?For starters, the Bible has lots to say about the impo...
Do you trust God with your prayers?
As I sit down to write each of my Wheatful Wednesday devotionals, I always start with remembering y’all. Believe it or not, we have a calendar of devotion topics that are scheduled a year in advance with y’all in mind. Yesterday, I sat down to write this devotional on the topic of surrender in the waiting asking the Lord to give me His wisdom. I always ask for wisdom before writing but something about this request felt different to me. I found myself writing on a topic of which I am i...
BE single. BE dating. < BE still.
Single? Dating? Whatever space you are in today, allow your definition to always be found in Christ Jesus. Live life according to the Word of God, for truly “the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.” Hebrews 4:12
Be Strong in the Lord and in the Strength of His Might
Lord, as I begin this day, would you clothe me with the whole armor of God so I may be strong in the strength of your might. That I may be clothed with the breastplate of righteousness, the belt of truth, shoes of readiness given by the gospel of peace, the shield of faith, the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the spirit. When I feel the tug of the enemy telling me to believe the lies he tries to whisper over me, I ask that I would be reminded of my identity in you and what we are capabl...
The epitome of arrogance is believing we know better than God
James 4:2 tells us “you have not because you ask not”. No wonder we feel like we are exhausting our resources to solve our own problems and insecurities – we don’t always feel like we’re allowed to ask for help! How foolish this feels when we are able to truly wrap our mind around the fact that we have a God that hears the cries of our hearts. He listens when we present our requests and uncertainties to Him and He meets us there. This friend is why we can wait for the Lord with hopeful expect...
Are we contributing to the noise or a part of the solution?
I just jumped off a video call with one of my dearest friends, Jantzen, a few hours ago. We both spoke of our craving to step into grief and hardship with friends and our temptation to believe in the lie that avoidance will eliminate the chance of misstepping, saying the wrong thing, and being misunderstood. Putting it simply, we find it easy to stay away when we see friends walking through the unknown because of our selfish fear of saying or doing the wrong thing in our effort to love. Does ...